Discover leather crafting, an enjoyable craft that lasts a lifetime!Must-have guide for working with leatherBeginner-friendly to help you get started, and a concise reference for experienced leather artistsLearn essential techniques with comprehensive presentations of the basics of leather preparation, how to use stamps, punches, cutters, & other tools, coloring, applying finishes, and assemblyLearn skills & tips from crafting experts from forming, moulding, & embossing to creative stitching, lacing, & braidingStep-by-step with color photos, including a traditional floral carving projectHistoric, classic, creative, and fun, leather crafting is a craft for all ages! Whether you are just a beginner looking to get started, or an experienced leather artist in need of a concise reference, Get Started in Leathercrafting is your guide to an enjoyable craft that lasts a lifetime.Master leather artisans Tony and Kay Laier introduce you to the basics of leather preparation, and show you how to use stamps, punches, cutters, and other essential tools. They provide expert tips on edge finishing methods, and take you step-by-step through a traditional floral carving project.From forming, moulding, and embossing leather to creative stitching, lacing, and braiding, this book will teach you the skills you'll need to make beautiful belts, wallets, purses, holsters, cases, jewelry, home accessories, and more. Get started leather crafting with confidence! Read more

Unleash your inner adventurer: how to plan the ultimate retirement that's anything but boring.Inside this jam-packed audiobook, you'll find hundreds of ideas to spark your imagination for planning an exciting, active, happy, healthy, and mentally sharp life after work.Here's just a fraction of what you'll discover:Seven first steps to rockin' the retired lifeThe simple secret to finding purpose and meaning in retirementHow to focus on what truly makes you happy and fulfilled to guide your decisions on what to do with your timeTravel and adventure: Ignite your wanderlust with an abundance of travel inspiration!Outdoor activities: Find healthy and active outdoor inspiration.Health and wellness: Discover fantastic ideas for staying physically and mentally fit.Social opportunities: Ways to make new friends and stay socially active during your golden years.Engaging hobbies: Unleash your creativity with exciting new hobbies.Useful technology: Harness the potential of tech tools and online connectivity to thrive in retirement.Go in-depth: Dive into standout topics such as cruising, motorhome travel, photography, and more.But perhaps most importantly, this audiobook is designed to inspire you to live your best retirement life. You'll find guidance on approaching retirement with a positive mindset and embracing this new chapter of your life with enthusiasm and purpose.Whether you're looking for tips on travel, hobbies, or social activities, you'll find a wealth of practical advice and inspiring ideas for every interest and mobility level.Your retirement will be anything but boring.So if you're ready to start your golden years off right, grab this audiobook to plan your ultimate fun-filled retirement today!PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio. Read more

The ultimate guide to take your leatherworking projects to the next level!Over 20 step-by-step projects that range from simple to complex, such as belts, bracelets, ID tags, key fobs, pouches, trays, and moreLearn leather crafting techniques including stamping, carving, braiding, lacing, coloring, stitching, adding hardware, and moreHelpful overviews on setting up your workspace, supplies, selecting, cutting, and prepping leather, extending patterns, and other essential basicsAuthors Tony and Kay Laier are also the authors of the wildly popular Get Started in Leather CraftingLearn leather crafts from the masters!Inside this must-have how-to leather crafts book, authors and master leather artisans Tony Laier and Kay Laier provide insight on a variety of leathercraft techniques, including using modeling tools, edge treatment, carving with a swivel knife, adding snaps, grommets, eyelets, and rivets, and other skill-building techniques to add beautiful details and textures.The project section features 22 step-by-step leather projects which start simply, then slowly increase in difficulty.Projects include:BeltsPet collars and leashesReenactment accessoriesPersonalized framesGlass holder wrapsWristbandsLuggage tagsOrnamentsDecorative molded-leather bowlsSoft drawstring bagsCrossbody and shoulder bagsAnd much more!Each project comes with extensive step-by-step instructions, beautiful color project photos, and creative ideas and guidance for color variations, knots, braiding, lacing, stitching, and creating the perfect finish with or without hardware. Also included are overviews on setting up a workspace, basic supplies, working with tooling patterns, preparing your leather, understanding adhesives, keeping your tools sharp, and other essentials, plus easy-to-use patterns. Learn how to create amazing designs with stamping and punch tools, color and edge-finish a project, form, mold, emboss, and embellish your work, and more!The must-have guide for aspiring leatherworkers, with Projects in Leather you'll get all the know-how you need to make your own creative leather crafts!"This book shows how to make over 20 different small leathercraft projects, with multiple styles and variations of each one. Tony's distinctive and precise style of leathercrafting is clearly explained by Kay's clear illustrations and photographs. In addition to the patterns, there are thorough instructions along with expanded tips and techniques to improve your leathercrafting skills."—Greg Sartor, President, Silver Creek Leather Co. Read more

Valerie Michael—a founding member of the Association of Design Leatherworkers—has created the definitive guide to this popular and age-old craft. Oriented to the beginner, it thoroughly presents all the materials, tools, and key techniques in easy-to-follow photographs: finishing edges, paring and hand-stitching, making pockets, attaching studs and straps, and decorating surfaces. The well-chosen projects take into account developing skills, and range from belt and wallets to quilted items and bags. An invaluable reference work. “...Instructions are concise enough to offer craft enthusiasts of differing skill levels a range of projects to undertake.”—Booklist. “Excellent and easy-to-understand introduction to classic leatherworking.”—Library Journal. Read more

Begin the adventure of creating your own leather armor, costume and accessories with this leathercrafting for beginners book. Our guide offers a professional glimpse into this rich historical craft, created by an expert with over 25 years of experience. With this in-depth, step-by-step beginner leather working book, learn leather crafting at home and start to create truly authentic pieces today! We’re with you every step of the way. You will discover where to source materials and tools; tool types and techniques; how to make leathercraft patterns (including sizing and scaling); leather tooling and embossing; leather hardening; colouring, gilding, finishing (including leather stains, dyes, paints, sealers and waxes), and even making sure you can move in it! You will also learn how to apply all these techniques to leather, foam, fabric and metal to ensure your costume is looking its best.Full of professional tips and tricks gathered over 25 years, this is by far the most comprehensive leatherworking book that has ever been brought together in one publication. Based in the historical English town of Stratford Upon Avon, the author – Alex Agricola – is head of a highly specialised team who work with leather to design and create armor, costumes and accessories. His leather crafting book is designed to share his passion and leather crafting techniques worldwide. It was initially produced to support students undertaking the online courses provided by The Black Raven Academy team. Offering guidance from the main course, 30 hours of unseen video footage and 450 photographs, this leather crafting beginner’s manual provides unparalleled support. So why not join the thousands of students from around the world who have gone before you in mastering this traditional, hands-on craft? Whether your interest lies in Ren fest events, SCA, LARP clothing, Cosplay accessory, theatre or film costumes, create the piece of a lifetime with this leathercrafting costume making book.BEGINNER FRIENDLY – Get started with the basics with our leathercraft for beginners guide, perfect for those new to the art to those wanting to brush up on this historic craft.STEP BY STEP – From the concept to the construction, learn this historic art with this comprehensive step-by-step leathercrafting for beginners guide, containing 450 colour photos and 30 video demos.MULTI-MATERIAL GUIDANCE – Our crafting book covers hundreds of techniques for leather, EVA foam, fabric, metal and more to ensure all your needs are met.PERFECT FOR COSTUMES – The perfect costume making guide book, craft your own leather costume for Ren events, SCA, LARP, Cosplay, Film and theatre for truly authentic pieces.LEARN FROM EXPERTS – With over 25 years of experience, learn from the head of a highly specialised team of leathercrafting who has shared his passion with thousands of students from around the world. Read more

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Take leather crafting into the 21st century with this complete guide that marries traditional skills to the latest CNC and 3D printing technologies. Learn how to start making your own leather creations with traditional tools, and then take them to incredible new levels with digital design techniques. Leatherworking is one of humankind's oldest skills and remains a fun and exciting way to make great-looking wearables, accessories, and cosplay items. 3D printers and even hobbyist-class CNC machines have created fantastic new opportunities for new directions in this popular hobby. The book is perfect for makers new to leatherworking, as well as experienced leatherworkers who want to understand how to integrate new digital fabrication tools into their workbench. Written by an experienced leatherworker and programmer, this is a resource that makers will turn to again and again. Highlights: First comprehensive reference on applying digital design techniques to leatherwork Provides both a reference manual and a project guide Includes traditional techniques like cutting, stamping, tooling and dyeing leather Introduces novices and experienced leatherworkers to cutting-edge digital tools Every project has been real-world tested Opens up exciting new project areas for makers This book provides valuable reference and how-to information for makers interested in leatherworking but who have no prior experience, for experienced leatherworkers who want to extend their knowledge to include new digital tools, and for 3D printing and CNC enthusiasts who want to include a new material in their repertoire. Leatherworking is a hobby that is enjoyed by a wide range of people from middle school through adulthood and can be incorporated into a variety of other kinds of projects, from clothing design and costuming to carrying cases and furniture. Read more

The Encyclopedia of Rawhide and Leather Braiding is the definitive work on the subject and results from the late Bruce Grant’s many years of interest and experience as a braider and writer on the subject. It combines most of the material published in Leather Braiding and How to Make Cowboy Horse Gear with a mass of completely new material. The book’s more than 350 illustrations are arranged so that the step-by-step instructions face the picture being described, making it very easy to follow. While the book is primarily for those interested in leathercraft, in nearly all cases the methods of braiding are applicable to many other materials, such as silk, cotton, plastic, catgut, or horsehair. Braidwork takes many forms, and its applications are practical as well as decorative. The combination of beauty and utility lends itself to an array of items—personal gear or clothing, working or show gear for a horse, decoration of plain, carved, or tooled leather work. Truly a book to be used as well as read, Encyclopedia of Rawhide and Leather Braiding provides all the information needed for this satisfying pastime. Read more

How to Start a Business Selling Arts and Crafts Online & OfflineDo you love to make art? Do you wish you could make a living using your creativity? Do you like to make crafts and are looking for a side hustle?You can sell your arts and crafts online (and offline) and make real money!Creating unique pieces of art comes easy to some people. Knowing the ins and outs of actually selling arts and crafts can sometimes be a little tricky. This book is designed to help those of you who want to sell your creations online or offline. It may be much more fun to create things than it is to do all of the research required to get you on the way to actually selling your arts and crafts.When I was in college, my major was business, and online companies started to pop up more and more. The great news is that you don't necessarily have to major in business to make and sell your goods. However, there is a wealth of information that will help you get up and running in the right direction.I have not personally created art or handcrafted items for sale (I am not that creative!), but I have a business degree and have consulted with friends to help them start their arts and crafts businesses. I decided to lay it all out in easy-to-understand terms so that you, too, can make money doing what you love!I will show you how!This is not a business textbook. I have done the consulting work for you in one book, so you can get started right away. You know you have the urge to create; why not make money with it? There is a demand and market for creative, handmade items; you just have to know how to access those clients.In my book, you will learn the ins and outs of making a business selling your handmade art and crafts. You create with passion; sell with pride!Top 10 Craft Business That Make ItUtilizing & Honing Your CraftSuccess Stories: An Interview with An Artist (Creative)Creating a Business PlanBasic Business BlueprintHow to Conduct Marketing ResearchLicenses & LegalitiesRegistering a Business EntityWhere to Locate - Home or OfficeConsider the CompetitionForming a Small BusinessBuilding Your Brand & VoiceCopyright & Trademark ConcernsA Startup ChecklistWhy You Should Know Your Fellow Artists & CreatorsTips for Setting Yourself Up for SuccessAdvice for Pre-PlanningPrice For ProfitCreate “The” Website for Promoting Your Online & Offline PresenceTips for Staying OrganizedA Brief History & The Evolution of Online ShoppingWhere to Sell Arts & Crafts OnlineWhere To Sell Arts & Crafts OfflineHow To Successfully Sell Arts & Crafts OfflineValuable Items & Tips to Help You Sell OfflineOnline vs. Offline Selling: pros and consQualities of a Good SalespersonTips for Tracking InformationKey Factors for Success as an EntrepreneurHow to Price Your Products: Pricing StrategiesAdvice on Becoming a VendorYou will learn all of this and so much more! This book also makes a great gift for the entrepreneur in your life. Read more

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How to Trap, Skin, and Tan Hides of Small Game Mammals: The Complete Beginner’s GuideWhat if you could feed and clothe your family from the small mammals that live on your property? What if I told you that you could save money (and make money) in this way, too?Consider trapping, skinning, and tanning small game.In the early days of civilization, trapping and hunting were a way of life. Trapping and hunting provided for everything you needed, from food to clothing. As society developed, many have drifted from this lifestyle.In my book, I will teach you how to humanely trap small game and create pelts you can use.Today, many only choose to trap or hunt as a sport or to develop survival skills. However, there are a few like me who continue to use trapping and hunting in the way it was originally done.I hunt to have a steady food source, and I trap to provide myself with items like clothing. Anything I have leftover; I have the option to sell for additional income.In this book, I’m going to focus on the trapping and tanning option.Trapping is one of the earliest forms of hunting.From the beginning of humankind, people have used trapping as a way to get food and fur. It has since been used as both a means of survival and sport.In the United States, the first known trappers were the Native Americans. They trapped animals to provide their tribes with meat and fur and leather for clothing and other necessary materials.Following time-tested methods, I will teach you how to trap, skin, and tan small wild game animals.In my book, you will learn:Trapping Laws for All 50 StatesTrapping Supplies You NeedTypes of Traps ExplainedWhat Drags, Grapples, Shock Springs, and Swivels AreLures and Baits to UseAll About Furbearer AnimalsEverything You Need to Know to Start with Trapping Small Wild GameHow to Adhere to the Trapper Code of EthicsFollowing Trapping RegulationsBest Management PracticesTuning and Treating TrapsSetting and Releasing TrapsAll About Water and Land TrappingTrapping Safety GuidelinesHumane Killing MethodsAvoiding and Releasing Non-Target Animal CapturesHandling Your CatchObtaining the PeltDisposing of CarcassesFur Grading FactorsAll About TanningCleaning a HideTanning Processes ExplainedBest Skin for Tanning HidesHow to Sell Your Pelts for Profit**PLUS: Two Appendences - Trap Set and Pelt Preparation Guides**You will learn everything that I know from my years of trapping and pelt preparation to get you started. If you are even the least bit curious about trapping, skinning, and tanning small game, then you need to add this title to your cart today! Read more

America's Best Selling Tanning Guide. Over 165 photographs and illustrations bring you step-by-step from raw skin to velvety soft buckskin and then show you how to create beautiful garments and useful goods. You will also learn how to make rawhide and hide glue, tan in a wilderness setting and the best way to skin. History, humour and science make this book not only practical, but fun! Designed to be easily understood by the beginner yet rich with details for the experienced, this book teaches tanning as a natural process. No chemicals are needed! All the tools and materials are waiting around your home and land. While the tools are simple, having a great method is the key. This book has that method (see the following reviews). Buckskin is durable, soft, washable and warm. A hand-made garment for people all over the world for millennia, it breathes and stretches with your body, cuts the wind and won't tear on briars. It is excellent to wear hiking, hunting or around the house. Plus you don't need to hunt. Read more

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. Read more

Grab your leather working tools and get started making yourself some great new leather items you'll be proud to carry! Well-crafted leather pieces are always in vogue. And minimalist modern styles are easy to make following the step-by-step instructions and templates provided in Making Leather Bags, Wallets, and Cases. From statement handbags to chic wallets, eyeglass cases, portfolios, and more, this book includes projects even a novice leather worker can make but that look so high-end people will be astonished if you tell them you made it yourself. Read more

Ron Edwards was born in Australia in 1930 and brought up in the country where small farmers still plowed with horses and harvested their half acres with sickles and scythes, and larger properties relied on the annual visit of the steam-driven threshing machines. By the 1940s all this had vanished, and Edwards had realized that the country’s traditional crafts also were disappearing. He began making drawings and notes of them and published these materials in his native country. How to Make Whips is the American edition of his ninth book. The first section gives instructions for a basic eight-strand whip; the second deals with the making of fine kangaroo hide whips. Other chapters explain the making of bullwhips, snake whips, and whips made from precut lace. Also included are instructions on plaiting names in whips and using plaiting designs for whip handles. Read more

Ready to elevate your Cricut crafting game. Whether you are a Cricut Newbie or a seasoned crafter this step by step guide is your ticket to mastering your Cricut machine and unlocking endless creative possibilities. Cricut Project Ideas is packed with over 50 DIY project ideas that will ignite your crafting dreams. Jennifer Mason provides a beginner friendly guide that covers everything from personalized home decor to custom fashion pieces. With detailed instructions and pro tips this book ensures you can navigate Cricut Design Space like a pro mastering the Canvas interface layers and more. Picture yourself designing stunning crafts whether it is creating stare worthy greeting cards mastering digital design with Cricut software or crafting unique gifts with your Cricut Explore Air. This Cricut guidebook offers comprehensive insights into the must have tools accessories and project blanks you need helping you make the most of your resources. Learn how to flatten the learning curve, boost your Cricut crafting skills and gain the confidence to tackle advanced projects. What You Will Learn Mastering Your Cricut Step-by-step instructions to help you set up your Cricut machine from selecting the right project mat to mastering Cricut Design Space. Diverse Project Guides. Explore a range of Cricut project ideas tailored for beginner intermediate and advanced users. Resource Management Efficiently use your Cricut tools and supplies extending their life and maximizing your crafting potential. Creative Flexibility: Unleash your artistic side with customizable projects that are uniquely yours. Don't let your crafting dreams stay on hold. Grab your copy of Cricut Project Ideas today and start bringing your creative visions to life with confidence and flair. This book is more than just a guide it's your companion in conquering the Design Space beast and achieving pro-level Cricut crafting skills. Read more

Explore the wonderful world of spun pewter thread jewelry! Historically, Vikings used metal spun thread to decorate their clothing and leather goods. This technique enjoyed a resurgence in popularity during the 16th century among the Saami, Scandinavia’s original native population. In this book you will learn the craft of braiding pewter coiled thread to create a unique bracelet on reindeer hide with an antler button clasp. Follow easy instructions, large photos examples and additional video links for a step by step guide to completing these beautiful bracelets. Read more