| Leather Crafts: In-Depth Information on Tools, Materials, and Techniques Contributor(s): Schafer Franklin, Valerie (Author), Franklin, Geoffrey (Author) |
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ISBN: 161564895X ISBN-13: 9781615648955 Publisher: Alpha Books OUR PRICE: $18.69 Product Type: Paperback Published: June 2016 * Not available - Not in print at this time * |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Crafts & Hobbies | Leatherwork - Crafts & Hobbies | Reference |
| Dewey: 745.531 |
| Series: Idiot's Guides |
| Physical Information: 0.5" H x 7.7" W x 9.1" (1.15 lbs) 192 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: A big part of the artisanal/DIY movement is about authenticity and quality, with a return to simplicity, real values, genuine materials, and careful craftsmanship. Leather is one of those authentic materials, and while it has always been used for handbags and gloves, it's also enjoying a resurgence in the field of crafts. Simple objects elegantly made of leather are featured everywhere on maker blogs, photo-sharing sites, tutorials, and craft marketplaces. Leather is in the real world, too, in heavily curated hipster boutiques and well-edited coffee shops that sell sundries. Idiot's Guides(R) Leather Crafts offers 20 projects (illustrated with copious step-by-step photos), ranging from beginner to advanced, each one building on the skills that have been taught in prior projects. Unlike most existing books on leathercraft, which come with a heavy whiff of the '70s, this one has a sleek, modern aesthetic. The projects are functional, and the minimal, elegant embellishment and natural finishes will keep them timeless. |