Howie Handmade Sofa in Harris Tweed and Distressed Vintage Leather

Sizes Available
2-Seater: W175 × H86 × D98 cm
3-Seater: W195 × H86 × D98 cm
4-Seater: W210 × H86 × D98 cm

Seat Dimensions
Seat Height: 46 cm
Seat Depth: 60 cm
Back Height: 46 cm

Construction
Frame: Solid hardwood frame
Build: Handmade to order in Britain

Cushions
Filling: Foam core wrapped in ultra silk fibre
Covers: Removable and suitable for dry cleaning
Feel: Supportive, designed to hold shape over time

Upholstery
Fabric: Harris Tweed (hand-woven in the Outer Hebrides, authentication label included)
Leather: Distressed vintage leather, semi-aniline, 100% natural, tanned in Italy

Available Combinations
Bracken Brown (Herringbone) & Tan Leather
Bracken Brown (Herringbone) & Brown Leather
Bracken Green (Check) & Tan Leather
Bracken Green (Check) & Brown Leather

Additional Information
Fire Safety: UK fire safety compliant
Lead Time: 4–6 weeks (made to order)

The Howie is a straightforward, well-built handmade sofa that relies on proper materials and proportions rather than anything overdone. It’s a deep seated piece, so you sit into it comfortably, but the seat remains supportive rather than soft, which is what matters with regular use.

The frame is solid hardwood throughout. That’s where the durability comes from, particularly important if the sofa is going to be used daily rather than occasionally.

The seat cushions are built with a foam core and wrapped in ultra silk fibre. This gives a comfortable top layer but keeps the structure underneath, so the cushions hold their shape instead of collapsing over time. The covers are removable, which makes cleaning and general upkeep more practical.

The upholstery is where this piece stands out. The Harris Tweed is hand-woven in the Outer Hebrides and supplied with its authentication label. It’s a hard-wearing fabric with natural variation in the weave, so it doesn’t look flat or uniform.

There are two tweed options available:

Bracken Brown – a traditional herringbone Harris Tweed
Bracken Green – a checked Harris Tweed

These are paired with distressed vintage leather in either tan or brown, giving four combinations:

Bracken Brown & Tan
Bracken Brown & Brown
Bracken Green & Tan
Bracken Green & Brown

The leather is a semi-aniline, 100% natural leather, tanned in Italy. It will show natural markings, scars, and variation, which is part of the material rather than a flaw. Each piece is slightly different. The leather is oiled and waxed before delivery and will lighten over time with use.

The back is traditionally hand-buttoned, which helps keep the upholstery pulled tight into the frame. It’s done properly so it holds its shape rather than loosening over time.

Overall, this is a British-made sofa built in the traditional way. It’s designed to be lived with — not just to look right when it arrives, but to stay right after years of use.

• Clean stains very lightly with warm water and pat dry with a cloth or very lightly dry with a hair dryer.
• Harris Tweed cushions are removable and can be dry cleaned.
• Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent the product from fading.
• Do not use abrasive or chemical materials such as sandpaper, alcohol, bleach for cleaning the surfaces.
• Protect from contact with sharp objects.
• The thread coming out of any part of the fabrics should never be pulled and torn. It should be cut with scissors without damaging the product.
• Leather can be maintained once a year, using a semi-aniline cream and lightly buffed

• Frame is guaranteed for 15 years
  
• We do not cover general wear and tear, however we will be happy to assist you with our superior aftersales service.
  
• Please contact us for further information
  
• If you are not satisfied with your order for any reason, please notify us within 48 hours for a free return and full refund once collected and returned back at our warehouse.

Harris Tweed is hand-woven from pure virgin wool in the Outer Hebrides, using traditional methods passed down through generations. The wool is a renewable natural fibre, and every piece of Harris Tweed is produced under strict local regulation. By upholstering our furniture in Harris Tweed and making each piece in Britain, we support rural industries, skilled craftsmanship, and reduced transport compared to imported furniture.