Leatherworking Handbook
by Valerie Michael · Valerie Michael
Valerie Michael's illustrated sourcebook on leatherworking tools, materials, cutting, stitching, decoration and finishing, with step-by-step projects ranging from belts to shoulder bags. Readers learn the core hand techniques needed to plan and complete sound, well-finished leather goods.
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