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Avoid Ugly Edges! 3 Leather Edge Tools You Need Right Now
Within many disciplines, crafts, hobbies and pastimes, there are always offshoots. Or to put it another way, a niche within a niche. But...
Leathercraft Masterclass
Dec 20, 20225 min read
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Workshop Setup. 7 Not-So-Obvious Tips And Hacks For Better Focus
Ah the leathercraft workshop, the centre of our universe.. It doesn’t matter if it’s a converted spare bedroom, the corner of your...
Leathercraft Masterclass
Nov 21, 20226 min read
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10 Signs You're A REAL Leathercrafter (#3 Is Painfully True!)
If you're new to leathercraft then you might not identify with all these signs yet, rather this list serves as a taste (warning?) of...
Leathercraft Masterclass
Oct 20, 20226 min read
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Bag Lining Basics. Are You Making These 4 Critical Mistakes?
Bag linings are a crucial part of any luxury bag. They play an important role in construction allowing the use of hidden reinforcements,...
Leathercraft Masterclass
Sep 17, 20226 min read
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The Beginners Guide To Leathercraft. 3 Fundamentals You NEED To Know
Leathercraft is one of the oldest professions in the world dating back to when skins were tanned in bogs and worn or used for shelter....
Leathercraft Masterclass
Jul 21, 20224 min read
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Prototyping. How To Avoid Huge Mistakes With 1 'Dead' Technique!
Ever heard of a 'pre-mortem'? Chances are, you probably haven't. Post-mortem, sure, the process of dissecting exactly what went wrong...
Leathercraft Masterclass
Jun 18, 20224 min read
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The Simple 6 Step Leather Design Process For Dummies
Have you ever attempted to design a leather bag or wallet yourself only to give up in frustration? Or have you ever thought about...
Leathercraft Masterclass
Apr 21, 20224 min read
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What's the best cutting surface for leather?
I'm going to tell you a short story. I remember when I purchased my first round knife, I was really keen to try it out. I had first seen...
Leathercraft Masterclass
Mar 19, 20224 min read
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Saddlers Clams Or Stitching Pony? A Leathercraft Breakdown
Are you unsure which to invest in? I discus everything you need to know in this comparison guide. So let's jump right in with the basics...
Leathercraft Masterclass
Feb 20, 20224 min read
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Leathercraft Glue. Which Is The Best Adhesive For Your Leatherwork?
Every leathercrafter does, or at least should be using some form of glue, yet why does this one subject generate the most questions and...
Leathercraft Masterclass
Jan 21, 20226 min read
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Leathercraft Kits And 5 Other Easy Mistakes To Avoid!
When you are new to a hobby like leathercraft, it can be a very exciting time. Your eyes widen and your brain begins to absorb new words,...
Leathercraft Masterclass
Dec 19, 20217 min read
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8 Quick & Fun Projects You May Be Missing Out On!
Many who have been creating fine leather goods for some time will attest to how rewarding a large or grand project may be. This could be...
Leathercraft Masterclass
Oct 22, 20214 min read
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Vegetable Tanned Leather VS Chrome Tanned Leather
I get asked the question: ‘which is better, vegetable tanned leather or chrome tanned leather?’ rather frequently. So here in this blog,...
Leathercraft Masterclass
Sep 1, 20219 min read
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The 7 Most Inspiring Books Every Leatherworker Should Own
Many of us are well aware of the limited number of leathercraft books that break down how to make leather goods. There aren’t many, so...
Leathercraft Masterclass
Jul 18, 20215 min read
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Rivet Setting / Perlage, Top 3 Mistakes To Avoid & What Tools You’ll Need To Start.
I remember watching a documentary explaining how ships are held together - it was riveting! Ok ok, I’m done with the rivet jokes! In this...
Leathercraft Masterclass
Jun 20, 20217 min read
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How To Mirror Polish Your Hammer Using Basic Tools - In 3 Easy Steps!
The polished face hammer is a very popular tool in leathercraft, but why do you need one, and what is the benefit over an unfinished...
Leathercraft Masterclass
May 20, 20216 min read
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The Story Of The Top Frame Briefcase
The doctor's bag, the surgeon’s bag, the top frame briefcase, the Dulles bag. These are some of the names used to describe a very...
Leathercraft Masterclass
Apr 20, 20212 min read
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The Fileteuse. Electric Edge Creaser Vs Manual Creaser - Which is best for you?
The goal of this blog is to give you the information needed to make an educated choice when choosing a leather creasing tool. This alone...
Leathercraft Masterclass
Mar 22, 20215 min read
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A closer look at watch strap styles
Watch straps come in many shapes, sizes and styles. In this blog the aim is to uncover some of these variations so that you get a greater...
Leathercraft Masterclass
Feb 21, 20215 min read
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The color combination cheat guide. How to perfectly match leather colors like a pro
The goal of this blog post is to help you discover more about combining colours effectively in your leather projects. Just a little...
Leathercraft Masterclass
Jan 26, 20218 min read
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