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Hi, I am new to this whole leather thing. I am very inspired by the work you people have put up here!

BTW, I was wondering if somebody can give me an idea or references on how to start on this leather work thing.

I live in Pittsburgh, PA, maybe somebody can give me info. on where I can buy tools, books, any classes I can attend, or anything that can help me learn?

I am particularly interested in figure carving. I have no previous experience or technique in carving, but I am inspired enough to learn.

Thank you in advance.

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Hi Scorpiorias. :welcome:

There is a Tandy Store in Delmont that offers some classes. They are on Route 22, east of Monroeville. 6518 Rt. 22, Ste. 438, Delmont, PA 15626 Salem Plaza. 724-468-5148

See what classes they offer, get your feet wet. You can browse through the store, take a look at some books, get a catalog. That would be a good place to start.

Also from PA,

Crystal

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Hi, I am new to this whole leather thing. I am very inspired by the work you people have put up here!

BTW, I was wondering if somebody can give me an idea or references on how to start on this leather work thing.

I live in Pittsburgh, PA, maybe somebody can give me info. on where I can buy tools, books, any classes I can attend, or anything that can help me learn?

I am particularly interested in figure carving. I have no previous experience or technique in carving, but I am inspired enough to learn.

Thank you in advance.

Hi and Welcome:-)

I started just a wee bit more than a year ago. My path was to read as much as possible from web pages online then I got a basic 7 tool package and one or two books Al Stohlman, like "Leatherwork Manual" and "How to carve leather". That package should get you started.

Great Luck to you:-) //Tina

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Hi and Welcome:-)

I started just a wee bit more than a year ago. My path was to read as much as possible from web pages online then I got a basic 7 tool package and one or two books Al Stohlman, like "Leatherwork Manual" and "How to carve leather". That package should get you started.

Great Luck to you:-) //Tina

Are you serious? I thought you'd started before you learned to tie your shoes!

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Are you serious? I thought you'd started before you learned to tie your shoes!

I know, doesn't that just make you sick?! :P

Kate

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I know, doesn't that just make you sick?! :P

Kate

At first, and then I decided that there was hope for me yet, and then I felt better. ;-D

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Are you serious? I thought you'd started before you learned to tie your shoes!

Dead serious:-) I bought the first tools in october last year but I have been doing crafty things all my life, leather was just a new base so to speak.

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Thanks to everybody for the valuable info. and recommendations!

I truly appreciate it. I will definitely check out the stores you guys suggested. Hopefully I will be doing some work very soon!!

Thanks again, and have a great holiday :)

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