Announcement
From a raw leather hide to a tough SPEKLAB® apron, all our products are handmade in the heart of the Netherlands. Whether you're a BBQ beast, barista, barber or chef, “ SPEKLAB®, from craftsman for craftsman”.
What do we do
Our basic collection of aprons consists of colors like: cognac, camel, concrete, and green. In addition, we also make customized aprons. Do you want to give that one unique gift to your father, or do you want to make your staff SPEKLAB® approved? Feel free to contact us for a customized product. You will also find additional products for your leather apron. Special SPEKLAB® leather grease with beeswax keeps your apron smooth and as new.
About us
SPEKLAB® was founded by cloths/shoe designer and barista Marieka Ratsma & marketeer and bartender Erwin Giezen. True Dutch Burgundian artisans from the “Green Heart” of the Netherlands with a preference for beautiful designs made from natural and durable materials. They have combined their love for craft, design, coffee, cocktails, beer and good food in SPEKLAB‘s high-quality leather aprons.
SPEKLAB® stands for Burgundian pleasure, true craft, quality and durability straight from the “Green Heart”. the “SPEKLAB” name consists of a composition of the Dutch words for bacon and laboratory. SPEKLAP with a “p” at the end means slice of bacon in Dutch.
Our motivations
SPEK (bacon) stands for a Burgundian lifestyle and nature in general. Enjoy life, but with respect for all that lives or has lived. We strive to keep our products as pure and close to nature as possible. Therefore, the treatment of our leather is 100% organic and without chemical additives, which makes the leather sustainable and biodegradable.
LAB is a laboratory in the creative sense of the word, true craftsmanship and pure quality. All our products are made with pleasure and passion, from only the best materials available. As a result, all our products are of a high quality and fulfill us with great proud.
Announcement
From a raw leather hide to a tough SPEKLAB® apron, all our products are handmade in the heart of the Netherlands. Whether you're a BBQ beast, barista, barber or chef, “ SPEKLAB®, from craftsman for craftsman”.
What do we do
Our basic collection of aprons consists of colors like: cognac, camel, concrete, and green. In addition, we also make customized aprons. Do you want to give that one unique gift to your father, or do you want to make your staff SPEKLAB® approved? Feel free to contact us for a customized product. You will also find additional products for your leather apron. Special SPEKLAB® leather grease with beeswax keeps your apron smooth and as new.
About us
SPEKLAB® was founded by cloths/shoe designer and barista Marieka Ratsma & marketeer and bartender Erwin Giezen. True Dutch Burgundian artisans from the “Green Heart” of the Netherlands with a preference for beautiful designs made from natural and durable materials. They have combined their love for craft, design, coffee, cocktails, beer and good food in SPEKLAB‘s high-quality leather aprons.
SPEKLAB® stands for Burgundian pleasure, true craft, quality and durability straight from the “Green Heart”. the “SPEKLAB” name consists of a composition of the Dutch words for bacon and laboratory. SPEKLAP with a “p” at the end means slice of bacon in Dutch.
Our motivations
SPEK (bacon) stands for a Burgundian lifestyle and nature in general. Enjoy life, but with respect for all that lives or has lived. We strive to keep our products as pure and close to nature as possible. Therefore, the treatment of our leather is 100% organic and without chemical additives, which makes the leather sustainable and biodegradable.
LAB is a laboratory in the creative sense of the word, true craftsmanship and pure quality. All our products are made with pleasure and passion, from only the best materials available. As a result, all our products are of a high quality and fulfill us with great proud.
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ccampbell548 on Jan 13, 2022
5 out of 5 starsMy brother-in-law loved this. Such a perfect gift set!
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ceidrelynn on Jan 11, 2022
5 out of 5 starsYou get what you pay for. Top quality, beautiful brushes with amazing leather balm!! Shipping took time, but for the distance and time of year- I expected it. If you’re debating- order it. You won’t regret it, but your shoes will.
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Kate on Apr 15, 2021
5 out of 5 starsPerfect communication. Great customer care. The seller cares about its customers. Erwin's Leather Balm is incredible.
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Stephanie on Dec 24, 2017
5 out of 5 starsThanks so much! Hubby loved his gift :) really unique and great quality.
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Lydia on Dec 15, 2017
5 out of 5 starsAmazing quality - can't wait to give to my hubby on Christmas Day!
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Nina on Jan 25, 2017
5 out of 5 starsGreat communication with Erwin and the apron is beautifully made, very high quality. Definitely recommend
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About SPEKLAB
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All our leather SPEKLAB® aprons are handcrafted and made from only the highest quality leather available. -
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The aprons and pockets are hand cut from organic tanned cowhide. And with care knitted onto each other. -
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SPEKLAB® aprons are carefully being waxed with natural grease with bees-wax, to make them flexible and water resistant. -
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Our SPEKLAB® aprons are being sold worldwide through a carefully selected network of dealers.
About SPEKLAB®
What do we do
SPEKLAB® is a collection of handcrafted leather aprons from the “Green Heart” of the Netherlands, specially made for tough men and women. Whether you are a BBQ dad, barista, pizza baker, butcher, farrier, gardener or chef: “SPEKLAB®, from creators for creators”.
Our basic collection of aprons consists of colors like: cognac, caramel, camel, coal, concrete, forest and navy. In addition, we also make customized aprons. Do you want to give that one unique gift to your father, or do you want to make your staff SPEKLAB® approved? Feel free to contact us for a customized product. You will also find additional products for your leather apron. Special SPEKLAB leather grease with beeswax keeps your apron smooth and as new.
About us
SPEKLAB® was founded by cloths/shoe designer and barista Marieka Ratsma & marketeer and bartender Erwin Giezen. True Burgundian artisans from the “Green Heart” of the Netherlands with a preference for beautiful designs made from natural and durable materials. They have combined their love for craft, design, coffee, cocktails, beer and good food in SPEKLAB‘s high-quality leather aprons.
SPEKLAB® stands for Burgundian pleasure, true craft, quality and durability straight from the “Green Heart”. the “SPEKLAB” name consists of a composition of the Dutch words for bacon and laboratory. SPEKLAP with a “p” at the end means slice of bacon in Dutch.
Our motivations
SPEK (bacon) stands for a Burgundian lifestyle and nature in general. Enjoy life, but with respect for all that lives or has lived. We strive to keep our products as pure and close to nature as possible. Therefore, the treatment of our leather is 100% organic and without chemical additives, which makes the leather sustainable and biodegradable.
LAB is a laboratory in the creative sense of the word, true craftsmanship and pure quality. All our products are made with pleasure and passion, from only the best materials available. As a result, all our products are of a high quality and fulfill us with great proud.
Shop members
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Marieka Ratsma
Eigenaar
A true designer with a quirky look at art & design. Her biomimicry shoe could be seen in Grazia Magazine, Trendland and in New York at the Shoe Obsession among the designs of Alexander McQueen, Manolo Blahnik, Azzedine Alaîa and Givenchy.
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Erwin Giezen
Eigenaar
An ambitious craftsman. He considers it possible to make almost everything with his hands what his eyes see. The marketing of beautiful products and services is his great passion
Production partners
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Craft and Ebsen
Utrecht, Netherlands
www.craftandebsen.com
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Erwin's Leather Balm
Woerden, Netherlands
Erwin’s Leather Balm is a small family owned business from the small Dutch village of Woerden in north-west of Europe. Founder and name-giver Erwin Giezen is an artisan and handcrafts all kind of durable leather goods.
Shop policies
To help you get all the required information when you purchase an item you can check my shop policies. If you have any additional question, do not hessitate to ask them.
Accepted payment methods
Returns and exchanges
I gladly accept returns and exchanges
I don't accept cancellations
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
- Custom or personalized orders
- Perishable products (like food or flowers)
- Digital downloads
- Intimate items (for health/hygiene reasons)
- Items on sale
Returns and exchange details
All products have been made with love and attention, if nonetheless you are not pleased with the product, please contact us as soon as possible.
We will refund the amount of the item if the item is damaged during shipping. If you are not satisfied with the item on recieving it, please contact us and send the item back within a week. Once we have the item back, we will refund the amount of the item (shipping fees not included).
If you would like to exchange an item for one of equal value, contact us and we'll work something out. We will send you the new item as soon as we have the original item back. (Shipping fees not included.)
Payment
Paypal or bank transfer, but contact me if you would like it otherwise.
For Dutch customers regular bank transfer is recommended.
You do not need a PayPal Account to pay for your items through PayPal. You can choose the PayPal Option during checkout. After you submit your order click the "Pay Now" button. Scroll Down and you will see the option to pay with a Credit or Debit Card without having to sign up for a PayPal account
Please note that buyers are responsible for any and all duties and customs charges that may be incurred.
Shipping
We can ship anywhere in the world if you have a registered address. We use the normal Dutch postal system unless otherwise is requested.
Items that fit, will be sent in an envelope. Larger items, or more expensive orders are shipped in a box so I can keep track of the whereabouts. All items will be carefully packaged and shipped to prevent damage.
Additional policies and FAQs
All items will be wrapped carefully. If you would like the item wrapped for a special occasion please let me know so we can anticipate on that.