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Thanks for the response Al. Do you recommend a book to get more acquainted with the parts of leather working?

Quite frankly I have not a slightest clue on leather working, "tooling". I do however have vast knowledge in the auto area. As in welding, etc. I'm pretty good with my hands. I am wanting to do this as a hobby, not a get rich scheme. I could care less I did a business. I want to make myself a wallet, etc. This is the reason for the thread - I have no knowledge in this area of work.

Thanks for the response. I'm really concerned on this type of stitching and the inside of wallets. I'm guessing they call them a "lace"?

Hello, my name is Joe. I want to get started with making wallets. What tools will I need? I know the obvious tool is a sewing machine - what brand? I want to work with Alligator, Cowhide and Ostrich. Also what is a good place to pick up the leather? thanks!!