Crafting Leather Totes Backpacks & Bags

<strong>Learn to create beautiful hand-stitched leather bags with step-by-step instructions and easy-to-follow patterns.</strong> <br/> <br/> Written for leather crafters of all levels, this book brings you 18 projects with detailed instructions for making large­ practical bags you can use and shoulder bags, clutches, sling bags, tote bags, handbags, camera bags, backpacks, and more. <br/> <br/> Each project also includes patterns that you can photocopy and enlarge, making it easy for you to follow the directions and modify each bag to your own preference and taste. <br/> <br/> Inside the book, you'll learn:<br/> <br/> • leathercrafting tools and materials, including the various types of leather and the differences between tanning methods<br/> <br/> • basic leatherworking techniques: cutting and transferring patterns, cutting leather, punching holes for stitching, burnishing, gluing, stitching, and finishing<br/> <br/> • advanced techniques: making and attaching straps and handles, attaching clasps, installing zippers, and adding pockets. <br/> <br/> This follow-up to Pigpong’s previous books, <em>Leathercrafting DIY</em> and <em>Tanned Leather Hand-Made Bags</em>, takes leatherwork and creating spectacular bags to the next level.