Wholesale Crafting Leather Totes, Backpacks & Bags

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. 216 pp | 500+ color photos and illustrations