• The must-have guide for working with leather. • Great book for beginning leather crafters. • Comprehensive presentation of essential techniques. • Handy tips from leather crafting experts. • Well-illustrated with color photos. • Traditional floral carving step-by-step project.

REA's Hobbies & Crafts series will instruct and inspire hobbyists from the novice to the expert. These unique "how-to books" provide comprehensive treatment of materials, tools, and techniques. They are the ideal reference for creating beautiful and lasting projects. Each book is divided into two sections. The first section discusses the history of the craft and the essential tools for creating and building the projects. The second section consists of dozens of beginner and advanced projects with fully illustrated designs and plans. The hobbyist will acquire a working knowledge of materials, a higher level of control over work and tools, and an understanding of basic design principles. Leathercraft & Weaving provides an introduction to these ancient arts carried forward into modern times. Plans and designs for over 200 projects are also included.

A big part of the artisanal/DIY movement is about authenticity and quality, with a return to simplicity, real values, genuine materials, and careful craftsmanship. Leather is one of those authentic materials, and while it has always been used for handbags and gloves, it’s also enjoying a resurgence in the field of crafts. Simple objects elegantly made of leather are featured everywhere on maker blogs, photo-sharing sites, tutorials, and craft marketplaces. Leather is in the real world, too, in heavily curated hipster boutiques and well-edited coffee shops that sell sundries. Idiot’s Guides®: Leather Crafts offers 20 projects (illustrated with copious step-by-step photos), ranging from beginner to advanced, each one building on the skills that have been taught in prior projects. Unlike most existing books on leathercraft, which come with a heavy whiff of the ‘70s, this one has a sleek, modern aesthetic. The projects are functional, and the minimal, elegant embellishment and natural finishes will keep them timeless.

Originally published in the 1930s. A beginners guide to leathercraft with many examples of methods and design. Contents Include : The Kinds of Leather Used Design and Methods of Decoration Blind Tooling Staining Modelling Embossing Filling Incising Other Methods of Decoration Lining Making a Lined Gusset Thonging To Thong a Flat Seam Stitching The Fixing of Press Buttons Tassels and Other Finishes The Construction of Examples Illustrated and Describes A Case for Visiting Cards A Case for a Pocket Comb A Circular Pocket Mirror A Slip in Book Cover A Shopping List A Cigarette Case A Tobacco Pouch with Rubber Lining A Folded Purse A Semi Circular Purse An Oblong Two Flap Purse with Squared Gusset A Bag with Piped Gusset, Draw Cords and Greek Plait Handles Including A Captive Purse, A Season Ticket Holder A Needle Case A Ladies' Handbag A Shopping Bag. The book is well illustrated. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Home Farm Books are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

A detailed and well illustrated work on leathercraft and production, first published in the 1940s. Contents Include: Foreword Plates Introduction Materials Design Cutting Your Pattern and Material: Construction Notes Small Articles Handbags Travelling Equipment Gloves Slippers. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Home Farm Books are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

The projects selected here are modern interpretations of traditional Native American patterns and techniques - they adopt methods, supplies and tools that are accessible to any crafter, while encouraging an appreciation for the historical significance of this Native American culture.

We know how expensive leather projects can be. This design sketch book was made to help you map out your design before approaching your leather. Features: ✓ Notetaking page to record materials and tools needed or used ✓ Square 8-1/2" x 8-1/2" pages ✓ Outlined blank page for initial sketches ✓ Additional 1/4 inch graph pages to plot your design Makes a great gift for the leathercrafter on your list!

"The guide for leathercrafters who want a clearly traditional focus, who believe quality matters, and who want to learn traditional techniques to use in modern ways."--back cover

Searching for that one book that can take you on an adventurous journey to making lovely leathercraft projects? If this is you, then read on… For those that are new to this craft, leather crafting involves the cutting, molding, painting, dyeing, finishing, and waxing of leathers into beautiful works of art. So, all these procedures usually lead to the creation of very ornate projects like leather pouch, leather clutch bags, and even leather wallets among many others. This art is very beginner-friendly, and trust me when I say that you can learn all the techniques it entails and be a professional in the art by simply learning and being patient. Apart from learning the craft, you can also use it as a means of making money. That is why this book, Leather Working Book for Beginners was written, to give you the thrills and guide needed to make lovely leathercrafts. Upon flipping through the pages of this book, you will; 1. Be more acquainted with what leathercraft entails, its historical timelines, and how it works. 2. Be exposesd to the tips, tricks and techniques (like coloring, waxing, finishing, stamping, carving, sewing, and gluing) used in leathercrafting that will set you on your way to becoming an expert in the art. 3. Be enlightened on the tools and materials needed to get you started. 4. Educated on the safety measures to adhere to when working with cutting tools and other sharp objects. 5. Get started with making lovely leathercrafts with the aid of the 15 project ideas discussed in this book with step-by-step instructions and graphical illustrations to guide you along the process. 6. Be able familiar with leathercrafting mistakes to avoid, including having pre-informed knowledge of the most frequently asked leathercrafting questions. …And a whole lot more! What more are you waiting for? Hone your creative abilities, and build your crafting skills with this beginner's guide to leather working. To begin your journey, simply grab a copy of this book RIGHT NOW

Leather Fashion Design is a practical introduction for students explaining how to make garments fromleather, suede, and similar materials. It covers everything from what to look for in choosing a skin to work with, through pattern-making, sewing techniques, and finishing. The final chapter includes working with "leather-like" materials including ultrasuede and faux patent leather.