Author(s): Tim Deagan

New Craft

Discover new leatherworking techniques for the 21st century! Whether you are a novice to leatherwork or an old hand at traditional methods, you'll find a wealth of useful information inside this book. Modern Leatherwork for Makers provides an introduction to traditional tools and the fundamentals of working with leather. Novices will find it an invaluable how-to, reference, and resource. But even experienced leatherworkers will discover unexpected possibilities in the digital fabrication technologies explored in the book. Take your leatherworking skills to a new level with innovative techniques that use CNC machines and 3D printers. Full-color graphics and step-by-step instructions guide you through eight DIY projects, from making your own 3D-printed leatherworking tools to fabricating unique and useful wearables and accessories. Learn how by following along, then use that knowledge to design your own beautiful leather creations. Inside, you'll find instructions for making: 3D-printed leatherworking tools, Fractal-pattern journal cover, Ghouls-and-gears multi-tool sheath, Steampunk top hat action cam holder, Video-game-inspired cell phone case, Circuit-board-design tablet sleeve, Lovecraftian belt pouch, Le Voyage dans la Lune shoulder bag, Leatherworking is one of the oldest crafts known to humanity. Now, you can learn those ancient skills and give them a contemporary spin with 3D printing and CNC etching and cutting. Be inspired-and start making! Book jacket.