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Nov 42 min read

Setting Metal Snaps with Light Duty Snap Pliers

We just got in our new light duty snap pliers, and these are going to be a game changer for setting those metal spring snaps and magnetic...

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How To Prevent Straps From Slipping Through Adjustable Strap Sliders

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Aug 71 min read

How To Prevent Straps From Slipping Through Adjustable Strap Sliders

We just brought in some new oval shaped welded tri-glide sliders and thought it would be a great time to talk a bit about using them with...

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Make a Leather Essentials Wallet Using a Large Leather Panel(Video Tutorial)

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Mar 152 min read

Make a Leather Essentials Wallet Using a Large Leather Panel(Video Tutorial)

The Essentials Wallet is an unlined wallet that can be made entirely using one of our large leather panels (and a small bit of firm...

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Leather Tech Bag (for Cords and Cables) - Video Tutorial

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May 30, 20233 min read

Leather Tech Bag (for Cords and Cables) - Video Tutorial

We have used a small leather bag for our cords and cables for quite a while now, and we love it so much - especially since you can whip...

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Apr 14, 20232 min read

Card Slot Punches and Straight Punches

We recently got our straight punches in and since they are a staple in our workshop, we thought we would share some of the things we find...

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Mar 11, 20232 min read

Skiving Leather With A Hand Skiver

We recently added hand skivers to our website, so what better time to do a post dedicated to skiving? Skiving leather makes many people...

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Feb 26, 20232 min read

Making a Leather ID Lanyard

Lanyards are very handy for keeping up with work/school identification, hotel keys, and other cards. There are numerous patterns and...

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Leather Straps: Weight/Thickness & Finishing Edges with Beveling & Burnishing

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Feb 24, 20233 min read

Leather Straps: Weight/Thickness & Finishing Edges with Beveling & Burnishing

Leather straps are a great choice for both fabric bags and full leather totes alike. The most popular strap weight we sell are the 4-5...

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Scrap Project: Making Leather Cord Keepers

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Feb 8, 20232 min read

Scrap Project: Making Leather Cord Keepers

If you work with leather, I am sure you are all too familiar with those tiny scraps that pile up. You know the ones - too small for a...

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Feb 3, 20231 min read

Burnishing Leather Edges

Finishing the edges of your leather can really enhance the overall look of your project. This can be done with edge paint, or you could...

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Jan 24, 20231 min read

Installing Button Studs

Button studs are a great alternative to snaps. Not only are they easy to install, but they have a nice, sleek appearance. Even...

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Shaping Strap Ends Using Leather Punch Tools

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Jan 21, 20233 min read

Shaping Strap Ends Using Leather Punch Tools

Leather punches are great tools to use for leatherwork. They make quick work of cutting out shapes that would otherwise require a fair...

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Setting Spring Snaps with Basic Setting Tools or a Press

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Jan 14, 20231 min read

Setting Spring Snaps with Basic Setting Tools or a Press

Spring snaps are used frequently in bag making, so we thought we would share a tutorial on how to install snaps. Here we will cover two...

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Making a Leather Tassel (Video Tutorial)

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Dec 21, 20222 min read

Making a Leather Tassel (Video Tutorial)

Leather tassels are a great way to add a pop of color and a bit of pizzazz to a bag. I like to make small tassels to add on the zipper...

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Making an Adjustable Strap with Leather Strap Ends

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Dec 1, 20223 min read

Making an Adjustable Strap with Leather Strap Ends

Webbing straps are extremely popular, and I love how they can be used to add pops of color to most bags. One thing I like to do when...

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UPDATED Keychain Card Wallet (Now Includes Pattern Piece)

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Nov 30, 20223 min read

UPDATED Keychain Card Wallet (Now Includes Pattern Piece)

If you love our Keychain Card Wallet video tutorial, we have great news! We have created a template/pattern piece that can be used to...

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FREE PDF Pattern: The Everyday Soft Tote

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Sep 7, 20222 min read

FREE PDF Pattern: The Everyday Soft Tote

Looking for a cute but simple and practical sew? We've got you covered! The Everday Soft Tote is just as the name suggests - a soft...

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Leather Scrap Packs: Great Way to Try A Variety of Leather Types

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Aug 15, 20224 min read

Leather Scrap Packs: Great Way to Try A Variety of Leather Types

Do you have the desire to try leather on your projects, but don't know where to begin? Have you tried to shop for leather online but...

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Olivia Carryall Tote - Add Clear Zipper Pocket

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Aug 5, 20222 min read

Olivia Carryall Tote - Add Clear Zipper Pocket

The Olivia is already loaded with pockets, but if you would like to add an additional large zipper pocket made with clear vinyl on the...

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Jul 20, 20225 min read

Olivia Carryall Tote Pattern

The Olivia Carryall Tote is taller version of a bag that I have carried and made for several years now. There are so many great things...

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