Getting Started in Leathercrafting

Watch as Weaver Leather Supply's product manager Chuck Dorsett gives an inspiring overview of leather crafting. Learn about leather tannages and weights. Watch Chuck set a rivet and a decorative spot, use a stamping tool to create a border design, and more. The leather project ideas are endless, so...

Beginner - 24 min - Sewing, Fashion & Textiles - Weaver Leather Supply

The full course: Learn Leatherwork free

What you'll need

• Leathercraft starter kit: Punches, needles, thread and edge tools.
• Vegetable-tanned leather: The leather for tooling and wallets.
• Stitching chisels: Even holes for saddle stitching.
• Cutting mat: Protects blades and tables.

Books

1. The Leatherworking Handbook by Valerie Michael - View on Amazon

Next lessons

• How to Make a Mystery Braid Leather Cuff Bracelet | Easy DIY Leathercraft with Chuck Dorsett (16 min, Weaver Leather Supply, Beginner)
• 4 Easy Leather Remnant Projects (20 min, Weaver Leather Supply, Beginner)
• Jimmy DiResta Leather Tool Bag (14 min, Weaver Leather Supply, Intermediate)
• A Simple Start to Leathercraft: Making a Pouch (28 min, Weaver Leather Supply, Beginner)
• Wet Formed Leather Sheath for a Box Knife (28 min, Weaver Leather Supply, Intermediate)
• Making a Leather Shop Apron (22 min, Weaver Leather Supply, Intermediate)
• Making a Leather Tote Bag (17 min, Weaver Leather Supply, Intermediate)
• How to Line Leather Goods with Treasure Mallory (22 min, Weaver Leather Supply, Intermediate)