Book description
Leather is a strong and versatile material, which is highly
suitable for handicrafts. Anyone can learn the techniques of
leatherworking, and with some basic tools and a little patience can
produce articles that are both aesthetically pleasing and practical.
Topics covered: Advice on selection of tools and different types of
leather; Step-by-step instruction on the techniques of cutting,
bevelling, burnishing, hand-stitching, carving, stamping and
thronging; Tips on how to avoid common pitfalls; A range of
interesting projects; Explanatory line-drawings and photographs
throughout.
Geoffrey West studied Art and Design at Brixton School of Building.
He is a craftsman of many years' experience and was a craft teacher at
Morley College specialising in leatherwork.
