Makin' Leather : A Manual of Primitive and Modern Leather Skills

Name: Makin' Leather : A Manual of Primitive and Modern Leather Skills
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ISBN: 9780882908359

ISBN-10: 0882908359

ISBN-13: 9780882908359

Edition: N/A

Authors: Larry J. Wells

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Makin' Leather is the bible of leather working. It details how to buy or make leather; what kind, size, and weight of leather necessary for any project; and how to cut, punch, and stitch leather. This guide even describes primitive methods using handmade tools. The patterns, photos, detailed drawings, and simple, concise instructions are easy for any novice to follow, and a great reference for the more advanced leatherworker. If you have ever considered doing leatherwork, Makin' Leather is a must - no leather hobbyist should be without it!

Book details

List price: $14.99
Publisher: Cedar Fort, Incorporated/C F I Distribution
Binding: Perfect
Pages: 124
Size: 5.75" wide x 8.50" long x 0.25" tall
Weight: 0.440
Language: English

Introduction	p. 7
Leather Basics
Leather Terms	p. 9
Leather Splits	p. 11
Types of Leather	p. 12
Weights and Sizes of Leather	p. 13
Measuring Leather for Patterns	p. 14
Making Leather
Hides and Their Tannability	p. 15
Skinning	p. 16
Hanging by the Head	p. 16
Skinning Large Animals	p. 18
Skinning Small Animals	p. 19
Tanning Tools and Hide Preparation	p. 21
Primitive Tools	p. 21
Modern Tools	p. 25
Tanning Process	p. 29
Primitive Tanning	p. 29
Modern Tanning	p. 36
Tanning the Hide	p. 39
Making Rawhide
Rawhide Process	p. 45
Plain Rawhide	p. 45
Oiled Rawhide	p. 46
Whitening and Softening Rawhide	p. 46
Sizing and Varnishing Rawhide	p. 46
Leather Working
Tools	p. 47
Measuring and Cutting Tools	p. 47
Hammers and Punches	p. 48
Stitching Tools	p. 49
Miscellaneous Tools	p. 50
Miscellaneous Supplies	p. 50
Hardware	p. 51
Leather-Working Techniques	p. 51
Cutting	p. 51
Shaping Leather and Rawhide	p. 52
Sewing and Stitches	p. 53
Other Fasteners	p. 54
Beadwork, Quillwork, Bells, and Fringe	p. 55
Leather Makings
Clothing	p. 63
Hats	p. 75
Footwear	p. 78
Baby Carriers	p. 82
Water Carriers	p. 88
Dishes	p. 90
Bedding	p. 90
Carry Bags	p. 93
Sheaths	p. 103
Covers	p. 111
Rawhide	p. 112
Furniture	p. 117
Miscellaneous	p. 119
Supply Sources	p. 122
Index	p. 123
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