Inspiration This pencil case was inspired by a brother who wanted a leather case for his art supplies and liked the idea of a compact cylindrical case, one that could hold approximately 60 pencils/pens. All I had to do was figure out the details of the strap and rivet placements. Design The front design for […]
Inspiration This last winter I dove into the niche of bookbinding. I have always been fascinated by old/ancient books growing up, and learning the process of bookbinding when it was all done by hand, and I figured hey, how hard could it be? Design Well, through a steep learning curve, and about a dozen different […]
Inspiration Thanks to a kick in the butt from a younger sister of mine that both loves coffee and had an old wallet that was dilapidated, I had the chance to come up with a design I figured would suit her and fix the wallet issue. Design The wallet design was more of a means […]
Inspiration I have always thought it smart to have at least a bit of cash on hand to be ready for any situation that may arise. But I hate bulky bifold or trifold wallets and at the time I kept the few cards I had in a separate small leather card holder. The design Slim, […]
I don’t have templates or instructions for all these ideas, yet! But maybe this list will spark an idea for your next simple leather project.
Not sure where to start for your first leather project? No worries. We have a few suggestions to get you started and get you in a creative mindset. a simple wallet. Possibly the best all round leather project to try out the skills in leather working would be a simple bifold wallet like this one, […]
What’s Involved?
leather working is a craft that offer endless possibilities for creating exceptional products. with the right tools, techniques and dedication, anyone can become a skilled leather worker and produce beautiful and functional leather goods. So what tools are essential for leather working? Here is a list cutting mat, craft knife or utility knife, stitching chisel […]
When it comes to leatherwork, there are various tools and materials that can help you achieve professional results for your leather projects. One of those materials is tragacanth gum, a natural gum exuded from the stems of several species of Astragalus plants. Tragacanth gum has been used for centuries in the leather industry, due to […]
When it comes to working with leather, one of the key skills every leather crafter should master is burnishing. Burnishing is the process of smoothing and polishing the edges of leather to give it a professional and finished look to your leather project. While it may sound daunting at first, with a bit of practice […]
If you’re itching to get into the world of DIY leather projects but have no idea where to start, fear not! We’re here to help break it down for you and tell you exactly what tools you’ll need to get those creative juices flowing. First things first, let’s address the elephant in the room – […]
What you should know about taking car of leather.
Have you ever wondered how leather gets its beautiful, natural hue? Well, the answer lies in a process called vegetable tanning. Vegetable tanned leather is a type of leather that is tanned using tannin’s found in vegetable matter, such as tree bark, leaves, and fruit. One of the main benefits of vegetable tanned leather is […]
Note sure what thickness of leather you should use for a project? I hope this article will clear it up and make your decision easier with your next leather project. Thickness, also known as weight. Leather thickness is usually measured in ounces. I know, not confusing at all right? 😉 That is why I have […]
What is the difference between a bifold vs a Trifold wallet? A Bifold has one fold/crease and two sections that fold together, whereas a Trifold wallet has two folds/creases with three sections that fold together. “Which wallet would be good for me? Bifold or Trifold?“ Depending on your needs, a simple bifold wallet would often […]