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Top 5 Traditional Leatherworking Tools
Top 5 Traditional Leatherworking Tools

After my traditional leatherworking workshop with my master leatherworker teacher, I wanted to use the same very high quality tools and that I used in that class.

And since a lot of them had a high pricetag, I actually acquired my kit of higher end tools slowly over time.

What tools you need for traditional leatherworking largely depends on what you're going to make, but at the most basic level you're going to need a few basic tools. I’ll give you the top 5 traditional leatherworking tools you’ll need and also some budget friendly options.

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Linen Thread And Why You Should Use It
Linen Thread And Why You Should Use It

I am always seeking that perfectly crafted slanted saddlestitch. The stitch that screams skill, precision and attention! Maybe we're all searching for the same thing?

I've explored many reasons for why my stitching, though it's not bad, was certainly far from perfect and i've found a few contributing factors relating to thread.

Thread type, size and material is all very important when saddle-stitching.

There are of course, so many other factors that you have to get just right too, but today I want to focus on threads, because it can make a huge difference in the quality of your work.  

Lets talk about brands materials and thread size.

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