The Leathercraft Handbook

20 Unique Projects for Complete Beginners

Candice Lau

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English

Ilex
29 February 2024

Fashion & textiles: design; Needlework & fabric crafts

Use this tactile, age-old craft to make your own unique and modern leather items.

The Leathercraft Handbook guides you through all the skills, tools, and techniques you need to make beautiful and durable pieces, from elegant accessories to stylish homewares - without the need for expensive equipment.

Try your hand at more than 20 step-by-step projects, complete with easy-to-follow tutorials and templates that can be scaled up or down. Ranging from a classic glasses case to a chic tote bag, the pieces are suitable for beginners through to experienced leatherworkers and feature inspiration on how to make the designs your own.

Destined to be a classic, this modern introduction offers a contemporary twist on the age-old craft of leatherworking.

By: Candice Lau
Imprint: Ilex
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 244mm, Width: 188mm, Spine: 20mm
Weight: 540g
ISBN: 9781781579480
ISBN 10: 1781579482
Pages: 176
Publication Date: 29 February 2024
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Candice Lau is an award-winning leatherworker based in London. She designs leather bags and accessories inspired by modernity, minimalism and functional living. Despite her contemporary aesthetic, she is passionate about using traditional leatherworking methods, and handcrafts most of her collections. Candice's clients include Bang + Olufsen, Facebook, Lacoste, Vitra and Heals.