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I was thinking, just 'Leather professional' sounds good. After that, it is the quality of work that defines the person. I, for one, would not call myself that unless I took it up as a profession and consider myself good enough to do so. Until then, I am fine with leatherworker or leather hobbyist. The word 'professional' might prevent that. It is used everywhere and means something specific. 'Worker' and crafter' mean something specific as well, Unfortunately, 'worker' is associated with workers that we find everywhere who do valuable work but are not experts as yet in that field. And 'crafters' is as you describe above, @BlackDragon But the word 'professional' still has some esteem, however long it remains.

The majority of the people here are experts and professionals. Professional leatherwork - there should be a proper noun for that. I mean, farmers call themselves 'agriculturists', I discovered some time ago. I don't blame them. When we say 'farmer' the layman sees someone in overalls standing in a field, but an agriculturist brings a different vision to mind. Farmers are as expert in their field as doctors in medicine. So they deserve that respect. As do leatherworkers. So a name that commands that respect is long overdue, maybe. In medicine, everyone is a doctor but individuals specialize - neurologist, surgeon, ophthalmologist etc. So a leather professional, who is a saddler, cordwainer, etc. That would command the respect that is deserved. My two bits.

According to Google... Factor Leatherworker Leathercrafter General view This is a broad term for anyone who works with leather professionally. It encompasses specialists like saddle-makers, cobblers, and artisans for fashion companies. In some contexts, particularly in the US, "crafter" can imply a hobbyist who works for enjoyment rather than profit. However, "craftsman" is widely recognized as indicating a high level of skill or artistry. Business vs. hobby The term "leatherworker" is often associated with the business or professional aspects of the trade, where profit is a key driver. The term "leathercrafter" can suggest an individual who is creating items for personal enjoyment. Scope of work A leatherworker might specialize in a single area, such as repairing shoes, or assemble pre-cut leather into finished products. A leathercrafter is more often associated with the process of making a product from scratch—including cutting, patterning, and finishing the leather. Level of artistry While many leatherworkers are highly skilled artisans, the term itself does not always carry the same emphasis on artistry as "craftsman" or "crafter". Many associate the term "craft" with the skill and artistry required to create a unique item. A person with this mindset may use "crafter" or the more formal "craftsman" to emphasize their dedication and skill.

That is very nice of you @NerdyLeather. It must have taken you so long to do it. Thank you. Thanks for converting it into pdf form @Johanna

Ahh. That makes sense. Putting it in the correct position would have validated the use of the ruler though. Surprised they did not think of that.

I am lost. Isn't the center point of 12 inches, 6 inches? So why is it 5.5 inches here? I use thread. Cut to exact length of object, fold in half, hold from one end and... Voila!

Brasso. Or tamarind paste. Rinse both out well once clean.

Yes. I know. I have a short attention span or maybe I'm just impatient, so this works well for me.😄

You get soft plastic mallets specifically for this, these days. Amazon.com: barenx Leather Craft Puzzle Mold Punch Stick Cylinder Rod Hammer DIY Handicraft Just holding it in place works for me because I can see where I need to hit the soft mallet and am not working blind like when the die is placed cutting side down.

I made one of these when I first started leatherwork 2 1/2 years ago. Used scrap embossed leather because it was firm enough. Just rivets, no stitching, one of the reasons why I made it! Still in use today and family swears by it. Got the pattern from Etsy. I was an absolute newbie, so needed a pattern then. The wrapping lace is also scrap but soft upholstery leather. It is supposed to have a stiff tip to insert into the cross piece after wrapping around the case but never got around to it. It stays in place tucked in and family says that that is easier. Even for a newbie, it took all of half an hour to make it. Incidentally, nice to hear someone else call it a spectacles case. Everyone here insists it is an eyeglasses case. Eye glasses, for some reason, makes me think of monocles and lorgnettes and pince nez. 😄

That will polish the pattern up very well. But it will get tossed around a bit in bags and in cars and drawers. So this might be sturdier.

Plenty of people who actually do not carry everything but the kitchen sink on their belts, you know. 🙂 It is actually a popular glasses case pattern, isn't it? Simple and elegant. 😀

Yes. Each action is so economical and efficient. @Northmount Thank you. I will check at that site.

That's beautiful, the work I mean, not just the bag. And very efficient. @AlZilla, I have seen such double sided tape with glue being used this way and want to get it. Is it ordinary double sided tape or something specific that I need to look for?

That looks easier than I expected! I should be able to make that. Maybe a dog collar itself for my Poochie as I learn how to lace like that. Thanks @TomE

Thank you @Dwight for taking the time to explain how it was done. 😃 Now that you describe it, I can see how it was done that way. Like you say, a lot of work but it looks beautiful.

If you want a kit, you can get them on Amazon but if you will be making leather repairs frequently, if might make more sense to buy the basic items like Chuck says. The items in kits are fine for hobbyists but I think you will need better quality for your customers. For items like sheaths, Tiger or Rhino thread should work. The ones on Amazon you cannot depend on if the brand is unproven and unknown. For cutting, your box cutter is fine but change the blades if you are cutting any leather to repair. I know that you are a bladesmith so you might find it more convenient to get a leather knife and sharpen it a needed. Needles, John James, for finishing, Tokonole for the edges, Resolene, Supershene, Aussies and any others you might come across, for finishing the rest of the sheath. Search on this site. You will find plenty of information about them. If you have a leather store like Tandy's near by, you could go there. Their staff is sometimes very helpful although do come here and confirm what they say. Some of them try to push the products they carry even if not as good as others! Incidentally, to search on this site, use the following on google: Site:leatherworker.net search term Hope that helps a bit.

I found this pattern online and would like to learn how to do the pattern on the front flap. What type of weaving is it? I would appreciate any information.

😄New word learnt. Couldn't pass up the opportunity to use it!

Ock! My sympathies. Try stimming with a piece of veg tanned leather. 🙂 Texture, smell all help.

I saw this beautiful bag online. A lot of work went into it clearly. I suspect resist was used in the block dyeing way and then the black dye. Has anyone done this and is there a different technique? It certainly looks gorgeous.

I got mine as a ring clamp. It is large but it is more comfortable to work with than a small one would be. Just because rings are small there is no reason why the clamps for them should be tiny too. This one holds rings well, which is why I bought it but it holds leather straps just as well.

I have one that is pretty big. They are clamps certainly though.

These are ring clamps, normally used by jewelers to hold rings and other items tight while working on them. Amazon.com: KooingTech Ring Clamp, Wire Wrapping Tools, Jewelry Clamp Suitable for Gripping and Fixing Various Small and Delicate Components

Yes. The type of cutting tool depends on the leather being cut, is it not? I use round knives or my most favorite tool, the fixed blade Stanley knife usually but reach for scissors every so often when cutting leathers that will be cut with scissors. To have a pair that cuts thicker leather will be nice.