Crafting Leather Totes, Backpacks & Bags - (Paperback)

About the Book

Learn to create beautiful hand-stitched leather bags with step-by-step instructions and easy-to-follow patterns.

Book Synopsis

Everything you need to know about crafting gorgeous leather bags in one place! Written for leather crafters of all levels, this book brings you 18 projects with detailed instructions for making shoulder bags, clutches, sling bags, tote bags, handbags, camera bags, backpacks, and more. Each project also includes patterns that you can photocopy and enlarge.

You'll also discover
- leathercrafting tools and materials, including the various types of leather and the differences between tanning methods;
- basic leatherworking techniques: cutting and transferring patterns, cutting leather, punching holes for stitching, burnishing, gluing, stitching, and finishing; and
- advanced techniques: making and attaching straps and handles, attaching clasps, installing zippers, and adding pockets.

This follow-up to Pigpong's previous books, Leathercrafting DIY and Tanned Leather Hand-Made Bags, takes leatherwork and creating spectacular bags to the next level.

Review Quotes

"...a comprehensive introduction to working with leather."--Publisher's Weekly