Members Shespositivelymagic Posted January 9, 2014 Members Report Posted January 9, 2014 I am interested in starting to work with leather, but I am not sure where to begin. I've started by ordering a couple of books that explain basics, but I haven't been able to figure out what tools I should start off with. I'd like to start with something simple perhaps a belt or a small pouch or box. What kind tool should be looking for in this case? Quote
Members stanly Posted January 9, 2014 Members Report Posted January 9, 2014 simple is good, Basic 7 (stamps) w/ upgraded swivel knife and mallet, some scraps to practice on so u don't have the all the "learning experiences" on your nice leather. Decide whether u will be stitching or lacing your first project, so u know which tools there... Not associated w/ Tandy, but it's kind of like W-Mart or KFC (convenient) Have u gone on here and looked at Classes, FREE how to vids, Leathercraft ABC's? http://www.tandyleat...p_keyword=books Quote
Members Sturme Posted January 10, 2014 Members Report Posted January 10, 2014 there are a lot of people here who bash tandy. but to be honest, they are pretty helpful. and if you want to get started then I would recommend one of these kits. it will teach you the basics. http://www.tandyleatherfactory.com/en-usd/home/department/starter-sets/55502-00.aspx http://www.tandyleatherfactory.com/en-usd/home/department/starter-sets/55509-00.aspx Quote
electrathon Posted January 10, 2014 Report Posted January 10, 2014 Depending on what you are exactly planning, you can make a small box with as little as a box cutter, an awl and needle and thread. Posting where you are at really helps if someone has answers on local classes. Quote
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