Books & Patterns

Discover leather crafting, an enjoyable craft that lasts a lifetime. Master leather artists show you all the basics of preparation, tools, stamping...

This fundamental guide to coloring includes a breadth of information on cross-dyeing, shading, staining, and brushing techniques. Includes a helpfu...

Written for beginners, groups, and classes, this book covers a range of subjects including the history of leather, leatherworking definitions, leat...

By Al Stohlman. This book is devoted almost entirely to the step-by-step instructions of carving figures. In addition, it features an oakleaf noteb...

From swivel knives to stamping, this manual is a helpful reference for beginner and intermediate leatherworkers. Offers an explanation of different...

Covers the same fundamental subjects as Leather Crafting, plus information on leather cutting, fabrication, snap setting, chisel use, and helpful t...

Leather Crafting Starter Book is the perfect introduction to leather working for complete beginners. Anyone who wants to learn this traditional cra...

The Stohlman Encyclopedia of Saddle Making is the most complete set of instructions on saddle making ever published. Begun in 1988, this is the las...

Hundreds of hand drawn illustrations show proper techniques for buckstitching, punching the slits, preparing the lace, splicing and fixing broken l...

With 30 unique projects for leatherworkers across all experience levels, this book features some imaginative, creative designs from leatherworker A...

In this 2-volume book series, Peter Main has compiled hundreds of original patterns by leathercrafting pioneers Al and Ann Stohlman that can be tra...

Using Al Stohlman’s methods, this book explains how to carve a variety of leaves, scrolls, acorns, and flowers. Written by Peter Main. As a special...

Adorn your art and craft projects with beautiful Celtic knots, twists, braids and textures. Features 150 original patterns and designs. Discover ho...

In this 2-volume book series, Peter Main has compiled hundreds of original patterns by leathercrafting pioneers Al and Ann Stohlman that can be tra...

Make the most of one of today’s hottest jewelry trends with this book. Inside you will find 33 beautiful beaded, knotted, and braided accessories t...

Learn the art of creating elegant accessories from genuine leather with this inspiring guide. Handmade Leather Bags and Accessories shows how to ma...

For absolute beginners or passionate wood burners that are curious to work on a new medium, this book by pyrography teacher Michele Y. Parsons is a...

Written by the leatherworker who created the iconic leather whip for the Indiana Jones film series, this book offers instructions and photographs f...

A helpful manual for sewing garment leather outfits and accessories. Specifications 13 pages

Grab your leather working tools and get started making yourself some great new leather items you'll be proud to carry! Well-crafted leather pieces ...

Leatherwork School guides you in your journey to master luxury European leatherwork design and construction including studio set-up, pattern making...

Features 17 wallet designs and includes tracing and photocarve patterns. Specifications 36 pages

Authored by South African leather designer Geert Schuiling, this book explores basic to complex leather projects. With hundreds of detailed photos ...

Authored by renowned wood and leathercrafter Lora Susan Irish, this book focuses solely on leather pyrography, including step-by-step directions an...