Learn the the fundamental skills you need to start working with leather by making a simple, useful wallet! In this class you’ll be introduced to a wide range of leatherworking techniques, tools and materials and then shown how to apply them to a design. Working with beautiful pre-dyed chrome tanned leather, we'll start from the basics and use our skills to create something you can use everyday.
Our lessons will cover skills like cutting leather, punching holes, gouging, folding, riveting, …
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Learn the the fundamental skills you need to start working with leather by making a simple, useful wallet! In this class you’ll be introduced to a wide range of leatherworking techniques, tools and materials and then shown how to apply them to a design. Working with beautiful pre-dyed chrome tanned leather, we'll start from the basics and use our skills to create something you can use everyday.
Our lessons will cover skills like cutting leather, punching holes, gouging, folding, riveting, and snaps. We’ll also learn about the different types of leather, and how to shop for what you need. By the end of this class you’ll have all the skills and tools you need to start creating your own beautiful leatherwork. And if you want to keep building your skills by learning techniques like sewing, gluing, and making leather patterns, you can move on to my free
Intermediate Leatherworking Class when you're done!
Enter an Instructables Contest!
If you've used the skills you've learned in this class to write a great instructable, try entering it in one of our
Contests like the Leather Contest for a chance to win some amazing prizes!
