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1. LeatherWorks: Traditional Craft for Modern Living
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Learn to make stylish and beautiful items from leather, from homeware to fashion accessories, in your own living room.From a woven bench or log basket, to bags, a sunglasses case or even an apron, this cool craft book teaches you how to make 20 simple yet stylish leather projects. Master core craft skills that will allow you to produce elegant and durable pieces, such as hand-stitching, weaving, riveting and lacing. Learn all about working with this natural and sustainable material which has intrinsic value and gives unique character to each piece you create. Working with leather is a tidy, portable craft that requires little space and all of the tools and materials can be readily purchased - all you need is a small dining table! This book is the perfect introduction to working with leather.
2. 46 Leatherwork Projects Anyone Can Do
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Learn to make attractive leather articles with a professional look by mastering a handful of basic techniques. Using the many kinds of available leather, some leatherwork tools, and the designs in this book, you can produce beautiful and functional handcrafted accessories, gifts, and items for your home.The 46 original projects, both timeless and practical, are lavishly illustrated with over 500 step-by-step photos and styled shots of completed articles, with detailed instructions to ensure that you cannot go wrong. Includes:
- selection of materials and tools
- key techniques such as dyeing, cutting, punching, beveling
- stitches used for the projects
- inserting zippers
- how to finish pockets and straps
- more than 50 templates for projects, with variations
- projects ranging from earrings, simple bracelets, wallets, and desk accessories to a wood carrier, an overnight bag, and a backpack
Beginners can start small with a simple key fob, then build up to belts, a wallet, and bags, while experienced leatherworkers will find inspiration in the contemporary and stylish designs.
3. Leathercraft Tools
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How to select, use and sharpen leather-working tools.Description
This complete guide helps you with the proper selection, use and care of tools. Contains usage and sharpening tips for knives, punches, chisels, edgers and many other leathercraft tools.4. The Art of Making Leather Cases, Vol. 1
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Tandy Leather The Art Of Making Leather Cases, Vol. 1 61941-01Description
Make small cases for knives cameras, and more5. How To Carve Leather
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Tandy Leather How To Carve Leather Book 6047-00Description
Shows and explains figure and western floral carving (including lots of animals). Features over 60 patterns for billfords, belts, amd more.6. Basic Leathercrafting: All the Skills and Tools You Need to Get Started
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Stackpole Books-Basic LeathercraftingDescription
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques: choosing leather, stamping and decorating, stitching and lacing, and finishingProjects in both traditional and contemporary styles
Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft
7. The Art & Craft of Pyrography: Drawing with Fire on Leather, Gourds, Cloth, Paper, and Wood (Fox Chapel Publishing) More Than 40 Patterns, Step-by-Step Projects, and Expert Advice from Lora S. Irish
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Design Originals-The Art & Craft Of PyrographyDescription
Explore the craft of pyrography across the full range of inventive pyro media with internationally known author and artist Lora S. Irish!
- 43 project patterns, each beautifully detailed to help you explore pyrography across various media
- Learn the basics of pyrography systems, tools, supplies, and practice boards
- Learn the differences between the various substratesvegetable-tanned leather, dried gourds, chipboard, papier-mch, artist paper, cotton fabric and canvas, and wood
- Tips and techniques for mastering temperature settings, hand positions, textures, fill and stroke patterns, creating tonal values, understanding shadows, adding color to your burnings, and finishing
- Complete instructions plus photographs of both the finished piece and the work-in-progress during the pale, medium, dark, and detailed stages
Although it is often referred to as woodburning, the art of pyrography can be worked on just about any natural surface, including gourds, leather, or cotton rag paper. Lora S. Irish, author of Great Book of Woodburning, offers more than 40 amazingly detailed new projects that explore the craft of pyrography across the full range of inventive pyro media.
Inside Art & Craft of Pyrography, you'll learn the basics of pyrography systems, tools, supplies and practice boards. Differences between the various substrates are examined and discussed, including both wood and non-wood working surfaces.
Lora provides expert advice on temperature settings, fill patterns, hand positions, textures, stroke patterns and more. Chapters are included on creating tonal values, understanding shadows, adding color to your burnings, and finishing the work. 43 patterns illustrate the application of fine pyrography across a wide variety of imaginative media, including vegetable tanned leather, dried gourds, cotton fabric, artist paper, chipboard and papier-mch.
Lora S. Irish is known for her amazingly detailed patterns that positively exude expression, and this book does not disappoint! Each fascinating project includes complete instructions plus photographs of both the finished piece and the work-in-progress across pale, medium, dark and detailed stages.
8. The Art of Hand Sewing Leather
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Stiching techniques with valuable information on tools and materials needed to get started.9. Leathercraft: Inspirational Projects for You and Your Home
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Learn how to make lovely leather projects with a professional finish. Leathercraft features fabulous, handcrafted leather items for your wardrobe and your home. The clear step-by-step projects range from simple upcycling of existing pieces to making gorgeous hand-crafted items from scratch. Essential information on materials and key techniques is clearly explained in an in-depth section at the front of the book. Most of the projects are suitable for those new to leatherwork, and those who have some experience of the craft will be inspired by the exclusive designs. Templates provided where required, so you can recreate the designs.
Projects include:
- - Log and kindling basket
- - Storage baskets
- - Key fobs
- - Pencil case
- - Writing set
- - Booklets
- - Necklace
- - Decorative cuff
- - Scarf belts
- - Tote bag
- - Purse and wallet
- - and more
Bring a touch of luxury into your life for a fraction of the usual cost with these 25 hard-wearing, elegant projects that are suitable for a wide range of abilities. Whether you want to make something unique for yourself or a present for someone special, youll find plenty of inspiration in this book.
10. The Leatherworking Handbook: A Practical Illustrated Sourcebook of Techniques and Projects
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Leatherworking Handbook A Practical Illustrated Sourcebook of Techniques and ProjectsDescription
Valerie Michaela founding member of the Association of Design Leatherworkershas created the definitive guide to this popular and age-old craft. Oriented to the beginner, it thoroughly presents all the materials, tools, and key techniques in easy-to-follow photographs: finishing edges, paring and hand-stitching, making pockets, attaching studs and straps, and decorating surfaces. The well-chosen projects take into account developing skills, and range from belt and wallets to quilted items and bags. An invaluable reference work.
...Instructions are concise enough to offer craft enthusiasts of differing skill levels a range of projects to undertake.Booklist.
Excellent and easy-to-understand introduction to classic leatherworking.Library Journal.
11. Get Started in Leather Crafting: Step-by-Step Techniques and Tips for Crafting Success (Design Originals) Beginner-Friendly Projects, Basics of Leather Preparation, Tools, Stamps, Embossing, & More
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Is your guide to the basics: pattern and leather preparation, tools, finishes, and assemblyIncludes expert tips and step-by-step instructions on tooling techniques, stamping tools, stitching, embossing, and braiding
Start leather crafting with confidence. 48 pages in a softcover
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Discover leather crafting, an enjoyable craft that lasts a lifetime!
- Must-have guide for working with leather
- Beginner-friendly to help you get started, and a concise reference for experienced leather artists
- Learn essential techniques with comprehensive presentations of the basics of leather preparation, how to use stamps, punches, cutters, & other tools, coloring, applying finishes, and assembly
- Learn skills & tips from crafting experts from forming, moulding, & embossing to creative stitching, lacing, & braiding
- Step-by-step with color photos, including a traditional floral carving project
Historic, classic, creative, and fun, leather crafting is a craft for all ages! Whether you are just a beginner looking to get started, or an experienced leather artist in need of a concise reference, Get Started in Leathercrafting is your guide to an enjoyable craft that lasts a lifetime.
Master leather artisans Tony and Kay Laier introduce you to the basics of leather preparation, and show you how to use stamps, punches, cutters, and other essential tools. They provide expert tips on edge finishing methods, and take you step-by-step through a traditional floral carving project.
From forming, moulding, and embossing leather to creative stitching, lacing, and braiding, this book will teach you the skills you'll need to make beautiful belts, wallets, purses, holsters, cases, jewelry, home accessories, and more. Get started leather crafting with confidence!
12. Leathercraft for Beginners: With Easy-to-Do Projects
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Belts
Bookmarks
Key cases
Coin purses
Bag tag and strap
Book and memo-pad covers
Monogram designs
Suitable for beginners of all ages, this guide offers a great way to learn a timeless craft that's fun to do and that yields one-of-a-kind items ideal for selling or gift giving.
13. Making Leather Handbags and Other Stylish Accessories
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Written by three accomplished professors from the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) in New York City, this book takes a fun approach to fashionable designs that are not only beautiful but also simple to create.
Learn to construct fabulous handbags as well as other related accessories including cell phone cases, eyeglass cases, a belt and belt bag, wallets, an agenda book cover, and a cosmetic case. All projects are made from garment weight leathers and can be created on a typical home sewing machine.
Numerous photos, step-by-step illustrations, and, best of all, insiders tips for constructing these pieces and customizing the patterns to your own personal style are included.