Blog — handmade leather

Leatherworking as a Hobby

Leatherworking as a Hobby

As the new year kicks off many people are making plans for what they want to accomplish in 2023. This could include new places to visit, achieving career goals, exploring life goals, and trying out new hobbies! If you’re looking to learn a new skill this year, we suggest leatherworking. Leatherworking is one of the oldest crafts in history and is the perfect hobby to keep your hands and your mind active.

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Brit Ellerman
The Art of Leather Tooling

The Art of Leather Tooling

The practice of leathercraft has been around for many, many years. Through the process of hand tooling, many beautiful leather products have been created over the centuries. These items have often been passed down, possessing both useful as well as aesthetic purposes. The history of leather hand-tooling in the United States is closely linked to western culture.

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How Leather is Made

How Leather is Made

Today, leather is a commonly known and used material that can be found almost anywhere. It is valued for its incredible strength, durability, flexibility, and longevity. However, what does the leather making process look like?...

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Brit Ellerman
Caring for Your Leather

Caring for Your Leather

Caring for leather products can involve different treatments and methods depending on type of leather and its purpose.

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