Books & Patterns

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

Over 100 beautiful color photographs of how-to's and finished works. If you are looking to "get a handle" on what Sheridan style is all about, this...

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

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...

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 ...

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

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.

Four fantastic designs! The Classic, Downtowner, Mustang, and Rodeo. Detailed instructions included.  

Used by instructors as a student textbook. Contains basic leather carving instructions. 12 pages.

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

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

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

This pack features full-size cutting patterns and instructions for two styles. Women's sizes 4-11, men make one size larger.

A must have for any leather carver. Al Stohlman explains in text and carved examples how to do everything from eyelashes to raindrops. Hundreds of ...

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

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

Protect that beautiful hand-forged knife you've just completed or keep your favorite piece of cutlery close for daily use with a leather sheath. Fr...

Patterns for a Bow Case, Arm Guard, Finger Guard, Back Quiver, Large Back Quiver, Belt Quiver, Small Belt Quiver and Broadhead Hunting Quiver. Inst...

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...

As a special bonus, this book includes photos of original pencil drawings and images of some of Al and Ann's finest work never published in their b...

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

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

Patterns and instructions to create classic bags and accessories with a modern flair. 172 pages.

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...

The Stohlman Encyclopedia of Saddle Making is the most complete set of instructions on saddle making ever published. Begun in 1988, this is the las...

Make your own pair of chaps for ranch, rodeo or fun. 3 patterns to choose from. Instructions included.

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

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...

Includes 3 different rifle case patterns for you to create and customize.

Features step-by step instructions for 15 lacing methods plus saddle stitch, buck stitch and hand stitch. 14 pages.

Learn to make classic rucksacks, clutches, drawstring bags, totes, bucket bags, wallets, tablet sleeves, smartphone cases, backpacks, tassels, lugg...

Al Stohlman's introduction to the art of silhouette and inverted carving. Learn the fundamentals of roughout carving. 48 large pages.

Full-size leather vest patterns. Makes sizes S, M and L. Sizing for this pattern runs small so take measurements of the pattern to make sure it fit...