About stonelanding

My parents came over from Macedonia in 1987, settled in Footscray, and spent thirty years running a small upholstery workshop on Barkly Street. My dad sourced leather from a tannery in Geelong, kept meticulous records of every hide, and never threw anything away if it could be repaired. I grew up watching him cut patterns by hand on a laminate bench, listening to him argue in Macedonian with suppliers on the phone. That workshop smelled like linseed oil and sawdust and strong coffee. Most of my friends thought it was embarrassing. By the time I was about twenty-five, I realised it was probably the most useful education I ever got.

Before stonelanding I spent eight years in procurement for a mid-size furniture importer based out of Port Melbourne. Good job, steady money, and I got to see exactly how the supply chain worked from the factory floor to the retail floor. What I also saw was how much product got marked up for the story around it rather than the thing itself, and how often that story had nothing to do with how or where the item was actually made. By 2019 I was driving up to the Perth Hills most weekends because my partner had family in Mundaring, and I started thinking seriously about whether I could do something smaller and more straightforward from up here.

— Made here, sold straight to you. — Zlatko, Zlatko Velevski

Our team

• Branka Ilievska — Production and Materials Lead: Branka came to stonelanding in mid-2022 after nine years running quality control at a textile wholesaler in Osborne Park. She grew up in Rockingham and did her trade training through TAFE's Joondalup campus. At stonelanding she manages all incoming materials, liaises with the Northbridge workshop on production runs, and is the person who catches problems before they reach the customer.
• Dariusz Kowalczyk — Fulfilment and Logistics Coordinator: Dariusz joined in January 2023 after spending four years with a third-party logistics firm handling e-commerce dispatch out of a warehouse in Welshpool. He handles all packing, carrier bookings, and the returns process, and he rebuilt the dispatch workflow from scratch when order volume jumped after the July 2023 Mundaring market. He also keeps the shed organised, which is not a small job.
• Mirela Tanaskovic — Customer and Online Operations: Mirela handles the website, customer emails, and the social accounts, working part-time from Kalamunda three days a week. She ran her own small online homewares store for two years before it folded in 2021, so she came in knowing exactly what the back end of a small e-commerce operation actually looks like on a bad week. She rebuilt the product photography workflow in her first month and response times dropped from 48 hours to same-day.

Frequently asked questions

How long will my order take to arrive?

Standard shipping takes 3–8 business days depending on your location, with metro areas generally at the faster end. Express orders placed before 2pm AEST Monday–Friday are dispatched the same day and typically arrive within 1–3 business days.

Do you ship to PO boxes or parcel lockers?

Yes, we ship to PO boxes and Australia Post parcel lockers via standard Australia Post. Express orders via StarTrack require a physical street address.

What is your return policy if I change my mind?

We accept change-of-mind returns within 30 days of delivery, provided the item is unused and in its original condition with tags attached. Return shipping costs are at your expense for change-of-mind returns.

How do I care for the Merino Wool Knit Beanie?

Hand wash in cold water with a gentle wool-safe detergent, reshape while damp, and lay flat to dry. Avoid wringing or tumble drying, as this will cause the fibres to felt and shrink.

Are your leather products made from genuine leather?

Yes, the Structured Leather Crossbody Satchel uses genuine cowhide leather. If you have specific concerns about tanning processes or sourcing, email us at hello@stonelandingco.com and we'll give you the straight answer.

Do any products contain nickel or other potential allergens?

The Stainless Steel Layered Chain Necklace Set is made from 304 stainless steel, which is generally considered hypoallergenic and low in nickel migration. If you have a known metal sensitivity, please consult your doctor before purchasing, as individual reactions vary.

Can I request a custom order or personalisation?

We don't currently offer personalisation on standard products, but Zlatko occasionally takes on small custom runs for leather goods. Send your enquiry to hello@stonelandingco.com with details and we'll let you know if it's something we can do.

Do you offer wholesale pricing for retailers?

Yes, we work with a small number of independent retailers. Send your business details and a brief note about your store to wholesale@stonelandingco.com and we'll come back to you within 3 business days.

Customer reviews

• 5/5 “Satchel holds up to daily use” I've been using the Structured Leather Crossbody Satchel every day for about six weeks and it still looks exactly as it did when it arrived. The leather has actually softened a bit with wear which I wasn't expecting at this price point. Arrived in four days to Sydney, well packed.
• 4/5 “Good backpack, zip could be smoother” Ordered the Recycled Nylon Compact Backpack in Charcoal for commuting and it fits my 13-inch laptop plus a water bottle with room to spare. The zip on the front pocket is a little stiff but I've been told it loosens up. Delivery was faster than I expected — three days to Melbourne.
• 5/5 “Necklace set is exactly what I wanted” I was looking for a layered chain set that didn't turn my neck green after a week and the Stainless Steel Layered Chain Necklace Set has been fine so far — worn it almost daily for two months. It sits well and the lengths are different enough to actually look layered rather than bunched. Happy with the purchase.
• 4/5 “Beanie is warm, sizing runs slightly small” The Merino Wool Knit Beanie in Oatmeal is genuinely warm and the material doesn't itch, which was my main concern. It does sit quite snug on my head — I'd say it runs a touch small, so if you're between sizes go up. Arrived in good shape, no complaints about the packaging.
• 5/5 “Hat is sturdy and well made” Bought the Woven Raffia Wide-Brim Hat for a summer wedding and got several comments on it. The brim holds its shape well and doesn't flop around in a breeze. Being in Perth, I got it in two days which was a bonus.
• 5/5 “Solid leather bag, great for travel” I bought the Tan Crossbody Satchel as a carry-on personal item and it fits documents, a small camera, and daily essentials without bulging. The strap adjuster is solid metal and hasn't slipped once. Would buy from stonelanding again.

From the journal

• How we finally found the right leather, three years in — After two failed supplier relationships and one very expensive mistake, I drove to Margaret River and shook hands with a tanner named Dom.
• What actually fits in the compact backpack, tested properly — I took the Charcoal Recycled Nylon Compact Backpack to Rottnest for three nights and kept notes on what worked and what didn't.
• Perth Hills winters are colder than people expect, honestly — People from the coast always look surprised when I tell them it drops to 2 degrees up here in the Hills, and that is when the oatmeal beanie earns its keep.
• Product photography in a house with no north-facing windows — The silver chain necklace set took me four separate shooting sessions to photograph properly, and the problem the whole time was the light.
• What the recycled certification on the backpack actually means — I spent about six months trying to understand what Global Recycled Standard certification actually covers before I felt comfortable putting it on our product page.
• Running a market stall at Kalamunda, what I got wrong first — The Kalamunda Farmers Market is held on Saturday mornings and my first three stalls there were a quiet education in what I did not understand about selling in person.