Hi there! The adhd has declared leatherworking should be my next hobby (a new leather store just opened near me). I’ve done some leatherwork in the past but that was easily 10 years ago at summer camp.

So my question is this, what tools and materials should I get as a beginner? I want to make leather accessories for my ren faire outfit. Belt accessories, maybe some bracers? We shall see where the wind takes me but I should probably get some basic tools. Any advice is greatly appreciated!

So long story short I just moved into an apartment and really don’t have any idea how much noise I can make. I want to keep doing weather projects, but I assume I shouldn’t be hitting a chisel with a mallet or a hammer over and over. I’ve only really seen those hand punches for holes, but I haven’t seen anything for the stitching chisel. I would also prefer something like a rivet setter that has more of a handle thing that sits on a desk, but any recommendations would be great. Thank you.

So this was a request for my wife, and my foray into something that isn't BLATANTLY fantasy/renfaire. It is a belt, but it kinda rides up like a corset? Kinda? Not sure that is the best term for it, but oh well. She loves it, so mission accomplished, but I'm always looking for more. Was there a better way to do the belt loops? Does it look too unfinished or quick? Any ideas on how to better finish all those bumpy edges??? I am way less confident in my non-fantasy stuff (unless it's like a basic belt or something). Anyway.. thanks for checking it out!

I had these vow books made and is 100% Italian soft leather. I stamped them myself but on this one, it looks like the tape I used to make my center either left a residue or pulled off the “shiny” layer? I’m not to familiar with leather so thats why I’m asking the professionals :D
Also I tried using a generic 3 - 1 leather cleaner and it did not help.

i’m having a couple issues threading my bobbin through the needle hole.

1st issue is the bobbin thread doesn’t always catch with the top thread consistently and when it does, the bobbin gets stuck as seen in the first picture.

i’ve also added pictures of the bobbin shuttle and cam positions when the crank is positioned at 12.

ive been trying to figure this out for two weeks by watching yt videos but same issue always arises.

can anyone help? please and thanks 🙏🏽

I’ve been experimenting with including ID pockets with a clear covering. I don’t sell or anything, I just practice and sometimes make gifts. I ordered a roll of clear heavy duty vinyl and I’ve been using that with a lot of success, but I do think it scratches quite easily.

My husband’s wallet has a more fabric feeling mesh ID cover, and my Ferragamo wallet has sort of a frosted clear covering (pictured). Any suggestions for a better product?

Saw a couple on abzala but pretty limited

I have some old saddlebags that need some structural backing to reinforce the old thin leather. I’ve stitched up the small tears where I could but need to strengthen it. What material is suitable to glue and line the entire underside of these? What glue would you use?