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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Some times I just want to try something and start making stuff with no finale design or plan in mind. What will they be? 🤷🏽‍♂️ A codpiece? A mask/muzzle? 🤔 something else completely? I’m gunna to think on that. If you have any suggestions I’m open to hearing them 😁

On a gray cutting and work surface a men’s athletic cup is clamped on three sides acting as a mole for tan leather

A molded leather mens’ athletic cup in the natural tan color sitting on a gray cutting mat

Two molded leather men’s athletic cups. One red one black. They sit on a gray cutting mat

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Daddy Bruizer @daddybruizerxxx.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Hey Boy, I’ve got my eye on you! #leather #daddy Eye patch by: @messrsleather.bsky.social Photo by: @3dbill.bsky.social

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

I’ve been working on a leather lace up luchador mask designs I’m pretty happy with the first couple. I have a few adjustments I’m going to make to the pattern for the next one 🦹🏽🤼‍♂️ #luchador #leather

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

POP UP MARKET Come check out my work and the art of some local Vancouver kinky/queer creatives @studioallegory.bsky.social Sunday June 14 11AM-6PM 386 Powell street Vancouver, British Columbia

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

I started this helmet a while ago. I got it cut out and all the holes punched before it sat on the shelf for about a year 😜. I’m really pleased with how it came out. I a variety of techniques in this project including wet molding the brows, tooling and antiquing the sutures of the skull. 💀

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Before Pride Season kicks off, I’m having an open studio day. I’m doing repairs, and will be available to answer questions about leather gear and care. If you want to talk about a custom project or just pop in to see what I have in stock, I’ll be in from noon-4PM Saturday May 30, 2026

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

So close to being finished, but my fingers need a break 🪡🧵

A face on view of an incomplete leather mask styled to look like a skull. Three of the five seems that make the dome of the skull have been stitched together. The two on the right remain unsewn. The mask is made of vegetable-taned leather in its natural color with black tooling and black stitches.

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

Here’s a work in progress. 💀 I have carved sutures into the leather and painted a resist on the surface. Tomorrow I will give it some black antique finishing to bring out those details before stitching it up! 💀

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Hey adventurers, gamers and all you other beautiful nerds, these dice bags open up into tray you can roll on. They easily hold a full set of dice for RPGs with room for a few extra treasures. The bag and laces are leather with a toggle to keep your treasures messrs.ca/products/dic...

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Like to bring along a pack of card? Protect your favourite deck with one of these leather cases. Each is constructed from a single piece of full grain leather and fit a standard deck of playing cards. You can even slip the case onto your belt for the hardcore card players messrs.ca/products/pla...

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

Check out my new “Friendship Bracelets” . These leather bands are connect with swivelling hardware, so they can be worn on one wrist as a chunky cuff, or twisted around turned into light restraints.

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

The client picked up his harness. He really pulls of the 2 inch strap and oversized hardware. 🔥🔥🔥 #meninleather #leatherdaddy #fetishgear

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

I made this classic X harness for a large client: 6’4” and broad as a barn. We went with 2” straps and double buckles so it look substantial on his large frame. It is a bit big for me 😜. I cant wait to see it on the client! #vancouverleather #madeinBC #shoplocal #leather #kink #leathersaddy

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

I’m extremely pleased with how the silver fox mask commission turned out. Should I do a red fox next?🦊

A man with salt and pepper hair wearing a leather mask made to look like a silver fox. The mask is dimensional and covers the face from the upper lip to the forehead. It is grey with paint effects to give the illusion of white hairs. The man is also wearing a sleeveless black T-shirt and a large chain around his neck.

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

I just finished this custom Silver Fox mask for a client! #customleather #humanpuppy #silverfox #leathergear

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

Now available at messrs.ca/products/bro... This cognac coloured open bar vest features a front lining with interior pockets. Made from full grain cow hide this is a one off item. You will receive the garment in the photo. Sized for L-XL (41-45 inch chest)

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

Now available at Messrs.ca With an X back and highly adjustable straps this is a fashionable and practical accessory. The two handing pockets can carry a phone, wallet or any similar item up to 3.5 inches wide (9cm) Size: M-XL #meninleather #leathermen

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

I’m testing out a new vest pattern. I think this will be coming to Messrs.ca soon

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

This Saturday! A Valentines market from The Tough Love Artisans @toughloveartisans.bsky.social There will be kink gear, impact toys, jewelry, artwork, you can even get a tattoo! Feb 7, 11am-5pm 262 Main Street Vancouver

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

I’m stocking up on these leather straps before the February 7 market. Pre-orders are welcome! Order before Jan. 31 and you can choose the color of the stitching. Select the “pick-up” option at checkout to collect your item at the market. Shipping available. 😁 messrs.ca/collections/...

Impact play toys made from a leather strap stitched into a tube at one end as a handle

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

Come join the Tough Love Artisans for another Valentine’s Market! This year we are at Gallery 626 on Main Street. Saturday Feb 7 from 11:00-5:00 come shop a cross section of local queer artisan. There will be cute tote bag, wooden impact toys, beaded jewelry, leather gear, chainmail & flash tattoos

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

Here are a couple of my favorite pics from the photo shoot last month. Images by @3dbill.bsky.social Model @daddybruizerxxx.bsky.social Pup mask by me 😁🐶 @messrsleather.bsky.social More of these beautiful pictures to come!

A shirtless, gray bearded man wearing oversized white overalls, and a white dog mask faces the camera. Beneath the mask man’s right eye is covered by an eyepatch.

A bust image of a shirtless, gray bearded man wearing overalls and a white dog mask. he looks to the left of the frame at the light source.

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 20/12/2025

Tomorrow during an open studio I’m doing free minor repairs (10 minute or less) so if you’re missing a rivet, need a hole punched, or a strap shortened stop by. I’ll be here Noon-4:00, come check out the studio, chat with me about projects, or general leather questions. 236 E Pender St. Vancouver

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 03/11/2025

Some of my impact toys got tested out at the Kinky Queer market this past weekend. Available at: messrs.ca/collections/...

Sitting on a brown leather hide or five impact toys made from thick black leather. Four are paddles and the one in the top right hand corner is a curled leather whip.

The back of a slim man with raised red welts and lash marks

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 03/11/2025

I had a lovely time at @studioallegory.bsky.social this weekend selling at their first Kinky Queer market.

A tall slim woman with an hourglass figure is wearing a 4 inch wide kidney belt over a gray T-shirt and black pants. Text that reads “this belt found the perfect new home”

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 08/09/2025

We are down to the last 4 bandanas from the first batch! These lovelies are available at Messrs.ca till someone snatches them up. Don’t worry, a new batch is coming for Autumn 🍂 😁

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

One of my big projects for the summer is this short bar vest. I’m really happy with how the pattern turned out and the first few vests I made. I currently have the pattern in L and XL. When I finish grading the pattern down for smaller sizes you will see it in the store at messrs.ca #meninleather

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 13/07/2025

I’ve been making these wide kidney/ weight belts and love how they look. I’m currently offering them in black and brown, custom sized made to order, for $185 CAD. Message me here or check out my website to order! Messrs.ca

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

Photo shoot day! New pics of some new products coming soon! Keep and eye out here for the images and check out Messrs.ca for more of my leather goods 😁

A selfie of a bearded man in a tank top, standing in an almost empty studio space with a black textured backdrop against the wall and a large orange ladder off to the right hand side

A blonde woman in a white dress and a large black belt, having her photo taken by a man in a chair. They are in a crowded artist studio.

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 08/07/2025

Hey Vancouver are! The next TLA market is July26-27. This will be a 2 day pop up at Or Gallery in Chinatown (236 E. Pender St) Check out TLA for more @toughloveartisans.bsky.social

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 08/07/2025

Another artist at my studio gave me a bunch of nylon strapping in yellow and pink, so I’ve been playing around with it. If this piece doesn’t sell at my next market look for it on the website messrs.ca

A front view of a man in a blue sleeveless shirt, wearing a yellow nylon harness with black rivets, and a black plastic clipping buckle

The backside of the man in the blue sleepless T-shirt, and yellow nylon harness the harness is asymmetrical over one shoulder, where three straps come together at a loop

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

I’m pretty happy with this pic of myself! I needed a new profile photo for an artist residency I’m doing this summer. 😉

A bearded Chicano man wearing a green T-shirt and a denim apron over his shoulder is a large brown leather belt. His hands is on his hip. He grips the belt with his opposite hand.

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 12/05/2025

I am part of a Queer artisans collective based in Vancouver BC. Follow our socials to learn about our pop up markets and check out other awesome makers. @toughloveartisans.bsky.social And @toughloveartisans on Instagram

In the style of a mid 20th century pulp novel cover an androgynous person stands bare chested, wearing shiny black pants, black gloves above to above the elbow, and a black mask over their nose and mouth. They have a Bob style haircut, chains and chokers around the neck as well as chains connecting the wrist to a chain around the belt. The text reads “tough love, artisans a kink forward queer collective”.

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 11/05/2025

VANCOUVER AREA, kick off Pride Season with Tough Love Artisans @toughloveartisans.bsky.social June 1, we are having pop up market at The Junction, featuring local queer makers and artists. Come join the fun and help raise money for local queer focused charities.

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

Hey Vancouver, I’m organizing another pop up market For June 1, 2025! We will have a dozen + local queer artisans in the heart of Davie Village with everything you could need to kick off your Pride Season! Stay tuned for more info or follow @toughloveartisans.bsky.social

A three color screen frame depicting black leather belts with silver buckles. The print is offset in red and blue. The text reads “tough love artisans. Our next pop-up market is in the works June one Davie Village Vancouver BC.”

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

I’m very pleased with how this pattern and garment turned out. I’m keeping this one 😜 but the short bar vest will be coming to messrs.ca soon. #leathergear #meninleather

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 21/04/2025

From conception sketch to final product. Look for this short bar vest soon on messrs.ca

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 29/03/2025

I made this kidney belt as part of a Gladiator look. I was too excited about the belt to wait until the whole look la done to share. Check out my other costume pieces at messrs.ca or inquire about a custom piece of gear 😉😁

A broad brown leather belt, not unlike a weightlifter belt. The main body of the belt is 5 inches wide with two, 1 inch belts running around the exterior that buckle in the front. The front of the belt is an inch wider than the main body. The belt is seen from above and front in the top image From behind and down in the second image.

A shirtless, heavy set man wearing a broad kidney belt that is secured around his waist by two thinner belts all made of brown leather with brass finishing. Man stands in a workshop in front of his workbench.

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 24/03/2025

I’m working on new vest and cap designs! I have made my patterns and tested them with fabric. Next, be making the hat and vest in leather!

Three fashion model sketches showing the front, side and back of a short vest design, and a classic baseball cap. The figures are color-keyed, red, blue and green.

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

Fun new Oni mask! Check out more of my masks at messrs.ca #leatherwork #leathergear #Oni #👹 #mask #handmade

For images of leather on a green background, showing the progression of the leather from being cut, dyed and assembled in to a half mask of a Japanese Oni.

On a green background sits a black leather mask, depicting the lower face of a Japanese Oni. It is assembled from many pieces of leather and stitched together with the red thread

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 30/01/2025

Come check out my stuff at the Pop Up Market this Saturday Feb 1st at the Gordon Neighbourhood House, Noon-4! It is all local queer makers selling! #vancouver #vancouverpopup #popupmarket #gayvancouver #vancouverkink #kink #leathergear #raincity

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

Did you know that the Messrs Studio also produces textiles? I will have hand-dyed hankies and bandanas at the Feb 1 pop-up market and soon on the online store.

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 19/01/2025

Another custom piece out the door! If you’re looking to have something unique and special made, message me, or come talk to me at my Feb 1 pop-up market. #customleather #puphood #pupplay #gearstayson @pupporter.bsky.social

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Mr Esbe @messrsleather.bsky.social · 13/01/2025

Next pop-up FEB 1 ! Come see the fun stuff I’ve been working on as well as products from seven other queer/kinky local makers! Feb 1 Noon-4PM 1019 Broughton (Gordon House community center)

The painting Cupid’s Arrow, by Walter Crain, featuring a cherub drawing a bow in a hilly landscape. The image has been augmented with the addition of a dildo on the end of Cupid’s arrow, a flogger in his quiver and fuzzy hand cuffs around one ancle. The text reads “My Naughty Valentine, pop-up market. Find new ways to love. 1019 Broughton, Gordon House Blue Room. Feb-1, 12-4pm”

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