The other day I was looking at different ways of using leather and I came across this painting: What stood out to me was that it was actually carved leather. Ann-Maree Ager is an Australian artist who focuses on doing paintings using traditional leather carving techniques. She won several prizes at the 2017 Sydney Royal […]
Kids Hard at Play
Have you ever wondered if your kids would enjoy leatherworking as much as you do? Last week, one of our readers emailed us and happened to mention that she homeschools her three kids, and includes leatherworking as a part of the curriculum. In searching around on the internet to see if others were doing the […]
Leather Magazines
Last week I posted about finding out-of-print leathercrafting books. Not all publications about this trade are gone. There are many books in print and even a few periodicals where you can find useful information and possible project ideas. This week, I want to turn your attention to some of those magazines that still exist today. […]
Finding Out Of Print Leatherworking Books Near You
I love to learn about the history of leatherworking. While there are an ever-growing amount of leatherworking resources online, there are still many areas of leathercraft that are difficult to find. I can access a nearly endless supply of articles and videos on beginning techniques. but there’s hardly anything available for different skiving methods or […]
CR Fashionbook- Anatomy of a Bag: Reed Krakoff
This week’s Pinterest Post is on a teardown of a Reed Krakoff bag. It’s really interesting to me how each company lays out their bags for production. Most document the details on their patterns; something I often do too. I like see how they organize each piece, what aspects are essential to include such as […]
Videos: The Art of Fine Precision
Today’s post is a collection of two videos from two very talented and well-respected English leatherworking companies. The first, from Equus Leather, is a perfect example of how deliberate, sustained attention and an eye for detail create a beautiful finished piece. Just notice the focus and precision that the artisan brings to skiiving, creasing and […]
Short Film: The Old Tannery
This is the story of Barry Knight one of the few remaining tanners in the UK. Situated in the centre of Bristol, within the seemingly untouched grounds, lies an old Tannery. Thomas Ware & Sons dates back to the 1840’s, the beginning of the Victorian era, yet their technique and craftsmanship remains unchanged. This short […]
Customer Creations: Creatively Designed Bags and Card Wallets
This week’s Customer Creations post is an assorted mix of leather bags and card wallets from some of our most talented Fine Leatherworking customers and community members. Included are two beautifully textured bags for women, a blue Chevre card wallet, a leather portfolio case with a magnetic handle clasp, and some incredible alligator tote bags […]
Video: A Day in the Life of a Shoemaker
Today’s post is a video from the workshop of John Lobb, a heritage, bespoke, leather shoe-making company from London that has been serving clients such as the the Duke of Edinburgh and the Prince of Wales since the mid-19th century. What really strikes me about this quiet, intimate look at their family-run business is how […]
Customer Creations: Knife Sheaths and Leather Bracelets
This week’s Customer Creations post is a mix of custom knife sheaths, mixed leather/sterling silver bracelets with linen thread, and a few hand-sewn belts with creatively designed buckles for good measure. Claude Scott Blue Knuckle Designs Leigh Baragwanath