Leather Crafts

Author: Valerie Schafer Franklin
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1465450637
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 692

Book Description
A big part of the artisanal/DIY movement is about authenticity and quality, with a return to simplicity, real values, genuine materials, and careful craftsmanship. Leather is one of those authentic materials, and while it has always been used for handbags and gloves, it’s also enjoying a resurgence in the field of crafts. Simple objects elegantly made of leather are featured everywhere on maker blogs, photo-sharing sites, tutorials, and craft marketplaces. Leather is in the real world, too, in heavily curated hipster boutiques and well-edited coffee shops that sell sundries. Idiot’s Guides®: Leather Crafts offers 20 projects (illustrated with copious step-by-step photos), ranging from beginner to advanced, each one building on the skills that have been taught in prior projects. Unlike most existing books on leathercraft, which come with a heavy whiff of the ‘70s, this one has a sleek, modern aesthetic. The projects are functional, and the minimal, elegant embellishment and natural finishes will keep them timeless.

Traditional Indian Bead & Leather Crafts

Author: Monte Smith
Publisher: Treasure Chest Books
ISBN: 9780943604145
Category : Bead embroidery
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Presents illustrated instructions on the basics of beadwork and leather crafts of the American Indians and the early frontier.

Leathercraft Weaving (REA's Hobbies Crafts Series)

Author:
Publisher: Research & Education Assoc.
ISBN: 9780738672854
Category : Leatherwork
Languages : en
Pages : 502

Book Description
REA's Hobbies & Crafts series will instruct and inspire hobbyists from the novice to the expert. These unique "how-to books" provide comprehensive treatment of materials, tools, and techniques. They are the ideal reference for creating beautiful and lasting projects. Each book is divided into two sections. The first section discusses the history of the craft and the essential tools for creating and building the projects. The second section consists of dozens of beginner and advanced projects with fully illustrated designs and plans. The hobbyist will acquire a working knowledge of materials, a higher level of control over work and tools, and an understanding of basic design principles. Leathercraft & Weaving provides an introduction to these ancient arts carried forward into modern times. Plans and designs for over 200 projects are also included.

Gorgeous Leather Crafts

Author: Kari Lee
Publisher: Lark Books (NC)
ISBN: 9781579904548
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 144

Book Description
A collection of leather work projects that includes wearable items as well as items for the home and office.

Leather Working Book for Beginners

Author: Luke Byrd
Publisher: Luke Byrd
ISBN:
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 147

Book Description
Searching for that one book that can take you on an adventurous journey to making lovely leathercraft projects? If this is you, then read on… For those that are new to this craft, leather crafting involves the cutting, molding, painting, dyeing, finishing, and waxing of leathers into beautiful works of art. So, all these procedures usually lead to the creation of very ornate projects like leather pouch, leather clutch bags, and even leather wallets among many others. This art is very beginner-friendly, and trust me when I say that you can learn all the techniques it entails and be a professional in the art by simply learning and being patient. Apart from learning the craft, you can also use it as a means of making money. That is why this book, Leather Working Book for Beginners was written, to give you the thrills and guide needed to make lovely leathercrafts. Upon flipping through the pages of this book, you will; 1. Be more acquainted with what leathercraft entails, its historical timelines, and how it works. 2. Be exposesd to the tips, tricks and techniques (like coloring, waxing, finishing, stamping, carving, sewing, and gluing) used in leathercrafting that will set you on your way to becoming an expert in the art. 3. Be enlightened on the tools and materials needed to get you started. 4. Educated on the safety measures to adhere to when working with cutting tools and other sharp objects. 5. Get started with making lovely leathercrafts with the aid of the 15 project ideas discussed in this book with step-by-step instructions and graphical illustrations to guide you along the process. 6. Be able familiar with leathercrafting mistakes to avoid, including having pre-informed knowledge of the most frequently asked leathercrafting questions. …And a whole lot more! What more are you waiting for? Hone your creative abilities, and build your crafting skills with this beginner's guide to leather working. To begin your journey, simply grab a copy of this book RIGHT NOW

Get Started in Leather Crafting

Author: Tony Laier
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
ISBN: 1607654954
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 333

Book Description
• The must-have guide for working with leather. • Great book for beginning leather crafters. • Comprehensive presentation of essential techniques. • Handy tips from leather crafting experts. • Well-illustrated with color photos. • Traditional floral carving step-by-step project.

Artistic Leather of the Arts & Crafts Era

Author: Daniel Lees
Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited
ISBN: 9780764333712
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 272

Book Description
Leather.

Native American Leather and Bead Crafting

Author: Patty Cox
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
ISBN: 9781402735196
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 132

Book Description
The projects selected here are modern interpretations of traditional Native American patterns and techniques - they adopt methods, supplies and tools that are accessible to any crafter, while encouraging an appreciation for the historical significance of this Native American culture.

Leathercraft

Author: Nigel Armitage
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
ISBN: 9780764360398
Category : Leather goods
Languages : en
Pages : 176

Book Description
"The guide for leathercrafters who want a clearly traditional focus, who believe quality matters, and who want to learn traditional techniques to use in modern ways."--back cover

Lost Crafts

Author: Chambers (Ed.)
Publisher: Chambers
ISBN: 9780550104724
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
navigating by the stars - thatching charcoal burning - maze laying - making candles making besom brooms - making cider blacksmithing - haymaking - using herbal remediesLost Crafts is an attractive and engaging introduction to a range of traditional and sustainable crafts, activities and pastimes. Around 100 traditional pursuits are described and illustrated, from whittling to spinning, beekeeping to dry-stone walling, lace-making to trout guddling. Whether seeking instruction or inspiration, interested in social history or simply curling up in an armchair and daydreaming, the reader will find Lost Crafts to be a fascinating treasury of pastimes from a bygone age. And, as awareness grows of our environmental footprints, these sustainable pursuits are increasingly relevant to the modern world.