The Art and Craft of Leather: Leatherworking tools and

The Art and Craft of Leather: Leatherworking tools and techniques explained in detail

Creating handsome leather products is an enjoyable and rewarding hobby, but it's a craft that requires training and specialized tools. This attractive volume presents beginners with the information and instruction they need to get started. Following a brief illustrated history of leathercraft, the authors describe how animal hides are processed into various types and grades of leather. The heart of this book begins with an introduction to leatherworking tools--mallets, awls, bevellers, groovers, special needles, coloring and dying agents, and others. Next, the authors demonstrate techniques and the use of tools for embossing, cutting, sewing, and shaping. They conclude with detailed, photo-illustrated instructions for eight different projects, which include construction of a beautiful leather basket, an elegant serving tray, a unique clock face, a stylish picture frame, a handsome set of scrapbook covers, and several more beautiful items. Hundreds of instructive color photos and a useful glossary.
Country USA
Brand Sourcebooks
Manufacturer Sourcebooks
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber Illustrated
ReleaseDate 2008-03-01
UnitCount 1
UPCs 884306652046
EANs 9780764160813

The Art and Craft of Leather: Leatherworking tools and techniques explained in detail