- Paperback: 128 pages
- Publisher: Cassell Illustrated, a division of the Octopus Publishing Group (11 May 2006)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1844034747
- ISBN-13: 978-1844034741
- Product Dimensions: 25.8 x 21 x 1 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
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- #19 in Books > Home & Garden > Crafts > Leathercrafts
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All you need to know: It is often difficult when you approach a subject with little or no knowledge as to the best place to start. This was the same with me and leatherworking. However, this book has proved to be invaluable to me. It is clear, concise and easy to follow, taking you from the basics to advanced with confidence. There are no corners cut and the manner is authoritative without being intimidating. A thoroughly good manual and an essential for anyone taking up this fascinating craft. --Amazon.co.uk
A breath of fresh air! It has been a long time since a book about Leathercraft held my interest like this one does. I have worked in this field for more than twenty years and books on the craft are fairly hit and miss with the subject. Valeries book is well layed out and very informitive. Good descriptive text and pictures, make the projects therein, a breeze. Although it is a small selection of how to skills for the Leathercrafter, the selection is different and challenging. Highly recommended for schools etc. --Amazon.co.uk
Ideal for the beginner, informative yet accessible. From fumbling blindly and trying to learn the basics of what seems to be a dying skill I was delighted to discover Valerie Michael's book. It is well written and illustrated clearly, the background information is useful without being baffling to the novice, and the projects are easy enough for developing essential skills but challenging enough to maintain interest. I feel I am no longer fumbling blindly, and know how to direct my practice of this enjoyable craft. Well done Valerie! --Amazon.co.uk
A breath of fresh air! It has been a long time since a book about Leathercraft held my interest like this one does. I have worked in this field for more than twenty years and books on the craft are fairly hit and miss with the subject. Valeries book is well layed out and very informitive. Good descriptive text and pictures, make the projects therein, a breeze. Although it is a small selection of how to skills for the Leathercrafter, the selection is different and challenging. Highly recommended for schools etc. --Amazon.co.uk
Ideal for the beginner, informative yet accessible. From fumbling blindly and trying to learn the basics of what seems to be a dying skill I was delighted to discover Valerie Michael's book. It is well written and illustrated clearly, the background information is useful without being baffling to the novice, and the projects are easy enough for developing essential skills but challenging enough to maintain interest. I feel I am no longer fumbling blindly, and know how to direct my practice of this enjoyable craft. Well done Valerie! --Amazon.co.uk
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At last! A leather working book for amateurs by a top professional. Valerie Michael guides the leatherworker through techniques and projects, showcasing the very best of her knowledge and experience. After a thorough presentation of each of the key techniques - such as finishing edges, paring and hand stitching, making pockets, attaching studs and straps and decorating surfaces - there are ten projects, suitable for developing levels of skill, from belts and wallets to quilted work and three different types of leather bag. Not only is this book an ideal introduction to a centuries-old craft, but its comprehensive treatment of materials, tools and techniques makes it an invaluable work of reference.
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27 of 27 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Really excellent how-to book,
By stefano@sbcweb.com (Roma, Italy) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Leatherworking Handbook (Paperback)
I'd like all how-to books to be made this way. It just tells you everything you need to know in a clear manner, and moves you on the way of leatherworking through projects of increasing difficullty. If you wanna know about leathercrafting, you can't use your money better.
19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:
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Leatherworkers Handbook,
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This review is from: The Leatherworking Handbook (Paperback)
A breath of fresh air! It has been a long time since a book about Leathercraft held my interest like this one does. I have worked in this field for more than twenty years and books on the craft are fairly hit and miss with the subject.
Valeries book is well layed out and very informitive. Good descriptive text and pictures, make the projects therein, a breeze. Although it is a small selection of how to skills for the Leathercrafter, the selection is different and challenging. Highly recommended for schools etc.
16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Ideal for the beginner, informative yet accessible.,
By p.new@rmcs.cranfield.ac.uk (Swindon, Wiltshire, England) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Leatherworking Handbook (Paperback)
From fumbling blindly and trying to learn the basics of what seems to be a dying skill I was delighted to discover Valerie Michael's book. It is well written and illustrated clearly, the background information is useful without being baffling to the novice, and the projects are easy enough for developing essential skills but challenging enough to maintain interest. I feel I am no longer fumbling blindly, and know how to direct my practice of this enjoyable craft. Well done Valerie!
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