This week’s post highlights some recent finds from our Instagram feed featuring a few leather working artisans from Korea. I really like the construction quality on these bags as well as the simple elegance of the design. Unos Leather Aesopica Heritage by Huns Vero
Pinterest Highlights – Technical Drawings for Handbags, Making Moccasins, and Leather Jewelry
This week’s round-up of our more popular Pinterest pins includes several how-to’s from the past and present as well as some unexpected ways of using leather. Leather Jewelry Graphic designer, mom and leather crafter Olivia runs Sokeen.fr, a French blog which includes a simple tutorial on making leather jewelry. Moccasins One potential project I’m […]
Small Key Accessories For The Win
Back in March I wrote a post highlighting small accessory making. Practicing on smaller details is a key component to making finer leather goods. When you can get every little thing right on a small accessory, you’re more likely to do the same when you make bigger things likes handbags and luggage. When we published […]
Videos: Making Dior and Fournet Bags
I could watch leather bag making videos all day. Here are two recent finds from Dior and Camille Fournet. It’s nice to see the different variations on a technique and the many ways to make a luxury good. Making of Dior Mini “BE DIOR” Leather Bag A multi-part construction with corded edges turning the bag […]
Handmade Calf Briefcase and Cake
Our customer Stephen recently made an amazing briefcase from our leather and materials. You can see over 200 photos of the briefcase and his build process here along with the cake his wife made to celebrate. Stephen has been only working for a year on his leathercraft but his hard work and practice definitely paid […]
Videos: Making Alfred Dunhill and Ferragamo Cases
Watching established companies make their wares is a great source of inspiration and a glimpse into traditional techniques and methods. Making a Traditional Double Document Case Alfred Dunhill posted this video showcasing their Double Document Case which includes a peek into how it is made. The brushing throughout the video reminds me to work clean […]
The Fall and Rise of Vilon Leather
Jesse King is one of those rare leather goods makers who has not only made a living for himself, but also continues to gain success despite some huge setbacks. I sat down to interview him and learn more about his craft and his store. Origins of a Maker Jesse first started making leather goods when […]
Practice Finer Details with Key Accessories (Updated)
I love discovering short projects that can be completed within a day. As a new parent it’s hard to devote time to leatherworking, so I try to maintain my skills in any way possible and in any amount that I can. When I found this article by Caitlin and Manda from The Merrythought, it inspired […]
More Readers’ Leatherworking Spaces
A while back we posted on examples on how to set up your leatherworking space to work cleaner, faster and easier. Many of our readers sent us examples of their workspaces which inspired even more of you to show your examples. Below are a few more highlights of what we’ve collected. I’m still impressed with […]
Pinterest Highlights – Shrunken Calf
There are so many amazing leather goods out there made from Shrunken Calf. It’s why we decided to team with the tannery that makes these hides to be their official US partner. While the more famous examples are often shown, we’ve collected a few lesser known works from around the world that are also striking. […]