Awl. Beveler. Burnisher. Skiver. Maul. These are but a handful of tools one can use to craft something spectacular using a very special material that we human folk have been accustomed to for millennia—leather.
From the simplest keychain to the most intricate handbag, the artistry that is present in this age-old craft cannot be understated, and now, dear Pandas, we’re gladly sharing some of our favorites from the subreddit r/Leathercraft. Housing over 323k talented humans and leather enthusiasts, the community celebrates each creation and teaches beginners all the handy tips and tricks they could ever need.
Bored Panda got in touch with a hobby leathercrafter, named Jessie Mead, who was kind enough to share her insights and her story with us. It’s wholesome, it’s inspiring, and it’s incredibly important that you vote on your favorite entries. So enjoy! And if you’re craving more afterward, here’s one more, oh, and another!
#22 My Husband's Graduation Present! I Created The Template And Hand Stitched The Whole Thing. No Rivets, No Glue. Tooled Front With An Etching Of My Husband's Grandfather's Handwritten Notes And Schematics. (My Husband Is Graduating In A Degree His Grandfather Had Also Studied In)
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#27 Made Two New Cassette Tape Bags! Idk About Y’all But I Love The Colours On The First One
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#31 A Dragonscale Bracer I Made As A Gift- Heavily Inspired From Skyrim
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#32 I Stole The Idea From An Amazon Product I Discovered In A Friend's Living Room. It Looks Much Better In Leather Than It Did In Cheap Plastic!
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#37 I Started Leatherworking So I Could Make Myself Some Larp Stuff, And So Far Very Proud Of It!
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#39 Diving Belt For My Son Who Is A Qualified Diving Instructor. Marine Inspire. This Is The First Tooled Belt I Made
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