Basic Tools for Beginning Leatherworkers — Tandy Leather, Inc.

By Jim Linnell When I first got introduced to leatherworking, I started with the Lucky Seven Tool Set that Tandy Leather was selling at the time—50 or so years ago!  A common misconception I’ve heard for years from potential leatherworkers is, “Oh, leathercraft is so expensive, I can’t afford this.” Although you’ll fin
By Jim Linnell When I first got introduced to leatherworking, I started with the Lucky Seven Tool Set that Tandy Leather was selling at the time—50 or so years ago!  A common misconception I’ve heard for years from potential leatherworkers is, “Oh, leathercraft is so expensive, I can’t afford this.” Although you’ll find many artisans and collectors who have substantial investments in their tools, what many first

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Tandy Leather Leatherwork Manual 61891-00

Revered for its complete, basic leather carving instructions, this text is preferred by schools and academic institutions. Specifications 12 pages

Basic Leatherwork Book

Are you ready to take your edge finishing to the next level? Do you want beautiful edges that define the quality of your craftsmanship? This amazing machine will provide years of service and make edging one of your easiest construction steps. Not only will it save you lots of time, but it will also give your projects’ edges a professional look with every use. Use the sanding sleeves to shave and shape then burnish them to a slick finish with the hardwood wheel.

Craftool Burnishing Machine from Tandy Leather

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Buy a Leatherworking Starter Kit — Gold Bark Leather

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With more than 20 essential tools included, the Workshop Starter Set is the perfect way to start stocking up your workbench. This set includes tools for cutting, punching, edging, and stitching. Pair this set with any of our Tandy Kits to create a variety of different leather projects. Plus, the Workshop Starter Set comes with our Leathercraft Tools Book to teach you all the basics of using your new tools and a practice piece of leather to get you started.

Workshop Starter Set from Tandy Leather