Books & Patterns

Excerpts from the book: Though slower, hand sewing is superior to machine sewing. It is the best method of stitching two or more pieces of leather ...

Al Stohlman's complete guide helps you with the proper selection, use and care of tools. Contains usage and sharpening tips for knives, punches, ch...

Leather Crafting Starter Book is the perfect introduction to leather working for complete beginners. Anyone who wants to learn this traditional cra...

Learn how to make small leather cases for knives, cameras, calculators, flashlights and more. 120 pages.

A great book for the beginning leathercrafter. The 30 pages include transferring patterns, basic stamping, basic carving, coloring, staining, dyein...

Western and traditional styles in adult sizes small, medium and large. Child's traditional style in small, medium, large and x-large. Pattern can b...

Full size patterns with detailed instructions on breast collar, halters, bridles, martindales, hobbies, thermos case, bucking rolls tapaderos and s...

These beautifully detailed patterns offer lots of possibilities for your carved projects including wallets, belts, notebooks and albums. Use our Cr...

Full size patterns and detailed instructions for two great styles of saddle bags and horn bags.

Patterns and instructions for three styles of leather saddlebags, a sissy bar bag and a tool pouch.

Step-by-step instructions for custom holster, shoulder holster, gun belts and pistol caddy.

Shows 10 lacing and stitching techniques. Tips on splicing, hole punching and needle threading. 22 pages.

Shows and explains figure and western floral carving (including lots of animals). Features over 60 patterns for billfolds, belts and more. 48 pages.

This manual is an ideal introduction to leathercraft. Instructions for carving, lacing, dyeing and more. 58 pages.

Reusable templates are the easiest way to transfer tooling patterns to leather projects

These beautifully detailed patterns offer lots of possibilities for your carved projects including wallets, belts, notebooks and albums. Use our Cr...

By Al Stohlman. Actual tracing patterns for figures and landscapes in #61950-00 Pictorial Carving Finesse and #61951-00 Figure Carving Finesse.

Learn to use a swivel knife, stamp, dye, finish, lace handstitch, skive, gouge, set snaps and more. 30 pages. A great addition to your leathercraft...

Reusable templates are the easiest way to transfer tooling patterns to leather projects

This book of belt making contains detailed photos, illustrations, tracing and carving patterns, plus over 70 designs. 33 pages.

The raised design imprints the pattern into damp leather. Included is a photocarve diagram showing the tools and techniques used for best results.

Craftaid® reusable templates are the easiest way to transfer tooling patterns to leather projects. The raised design imprints the pattern into damp...

Belt template is for 1 1/2 " belts. Reusable templates are the easiest way to transfer tooling patterns to leather projects.

"All you need are strips of leather or suede and a few simple materials and you'll be weaving gorgeous purses, pouches, bags, and wallets. No prior...

"Grab your leather working tools and get started making yourself some great new leather items you'll be proud to carry! Well-crafted leather piec...

Leatherwork School guides you in your journey to master luxury European leatherwork design and construction including studio set-up, pattern making...

This book shows how to make 40 bags and miscellaneous goods with very simple, clear-cut instructions that even total beginners can follow. What mak...

Learn how to use a leather burning tool with confidence? Legendary wood and leathercrafter Lora Susan Irish focuses solely on leather pyrography te...

Clear templates with raised ridges allow you to reproduce carving patterns as they were originally drawn by the artist.

This unique manual was created especially for beginners and intermediates. Shows tools and techniques for tooling leather. Learn to use swivel kniv...

Contains 90 beautifully executed tattoo inspired designs. From traditional subjects, such as skulls and flowers, to Japaneses imagery such as Koi a...

Learn to carve realistic-looking scenery including grass, rocks, trees, mountains, clouds, smoke, fire, water and more. Explains perspective and co...

Craftaid® reusable templates are the easiest way to transfer tooling patterns to leather projects. The raised design imprints the pattern into damp...

Clear templates with raised ridges allow you to reproduce carving patterns as they were originally drawn by the artist.

Create the comfort you deserve! Full-sized patterns and instructions for rugged, knee-high, lace-up boots. For men's sizes 5-13 and women's sizes 6...

Clear templates with raised ridges allow you to reproduce carving patterns as they were originally drawn by the artist.