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Leatherwork: A Manual of Techniques

by Geoffrey West

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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. Topics covered: Advice on selection of tools and different types of leather; Step-by-step instruction on the techniques of cutting, bevelling, burnishing, hand-stitching, carving, stamping, and thronging; Tips on how to avoid common show more pitfalls; A range of interesting projects; Explanatory line-drawings and photographs throughout. show less

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Genres: Nonfiction, Art & Design, General Nonfiction
DDC/MDS: 745.531 — Arts & recreation Drawing & decorative arts Decorations & Handicrafts / Calligraphy Handicrafts Leathercraft
LCC: TT290 .W47 — Technology Handicrafts. Arts and crafts Handicrafts. Arts and crafts
BISAC: CRA CRAFTS & HOBBIES Leatherwork

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Languages: English
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Published: 1998
Genres: Nonfiction, Art & Design, General Nonfiction
DDC/MDS: 745.531
LCC: TT290 .W47

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