This is a good primer for leather working. It talks you through selecting and preparing leather, discusses basic use and care for the primary tools, stitching, dyeing and antiquing.
It won’t replace classes or instruction, but will prepare you for them. This is a much better option than The ABCs of Leatherwork: http://books.randolphking.co m/?p=1641.
[…] This is a minimal primer for leatherworking. It introduces the reader to a few basic tools and techniques, that’s about it. It doesn’t mention maintenance or care of the tools, nor safety. It may be decent for a user who needs a quick introduction and has access to a teacher or someone who can help through any difficulties. It is cheap and a quick read. The company has several better books. Better is Leather Crafting: https://books.randolphking.com/?p=1647. […]
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