Leathercraft Advice & Guides
Welcome to the British Leather Supplies Learning Hub — your resource for leathercraft guides, saddle stitching tutorials, product reviews, and expert advice for leatherworkers of all skill levels.
Whether you’re learning how to hand stitch leather, choosing the right leathercraft tools, comparing waxed threads and harness needles, or improving your belt and bag making techniques, our guides are designed to help you create stronger, cleaner, and more professional leatherwork.
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Guides & Advice
How to Size Leather Rivets: A Quick Guide
Choosing the right rivet size is essential for creating durable, professional-looking leatherwork. Whether you're crafting a belt, bag, or wallet, understanding how to size leather rivets properly will save you...
How to Size Leather Rivets: A Quick Guide
Choosing the right rivet size is essential for creating durable, professional-looking leatherwork. Whether you're crafting a belt, bag, or wallet, understanding how to size leather rivets properly will save you...
How to Set a Popper Snap Using a Snap Setter To...
In this comprehensive guide, we'll walk you through the process of setting popper snaps using a snap setter tool and anvil, with particular reference to the Popper Snap Setter Tool...
How to Set a Popper Snap Using a Snap Setter To...
In this comprehensive guide, we'll walk you through the process of setting popper snaps using a snap setter tool and anvil, with particular reference to the Popper Snap Setter Tool...
A Comprehensive Guide to Leather Paints & Dyes
This comprehensive guide will walk you through everything you need to know about colouring leather, from the fundamental differences between paints and dyes to specific product recommendations and application techniques.
A Comprehensive Guide to Leather Paints & Dyes
This comprehensive guide will walk you through everything you need to know about colouring leather, from the fundamental differences between paints and dyes to specific product recommendations and application techniques.
Everything You Need to Know About Leathercraft ...
This comprehensive guide will walk you through everything you need to know about leathercraft tools, helping you build a collection that suits your projects and skill level.
Everything You Need to Know About Leathercraft ...
This comprehensive guide will walk you through everything you need to know about leathercraft tools, helping you build a collection that suits your projects and skill level.
The Ultimate Guide to Leather Pricking Irons
If you're venturing into the world of leathercraft, you'll quickly discover that creating professional-looking stitching requires more than just a needle and thread. Enter the pricking iron—a deceptively simple tool...
The Ultimate Guide to Leather Pricking Irons
If you're venturing into the world of leathercraft, you'll quickly discover that creating professional-looking stitching requires more than just a needle and thread. Enter the pricking iron—a deceptively simple tool...
Everything You Need to Know About Leather Edge ...
When it comes to leather crafting, the devil truly is in the details. Whilst the main body of your leather project might look absolutely brilliant, it's the edge finishing that...
Everything You Need to Know About Leather Edge ...
When it comes to leather crafting, the devil truly is in the details. Whilst the main body of your leather project might look absolutely brilliant, it's the edge finishing that...
Explore Our Leathercraft Resources
Beginner’s Learning Centre
If you’re new to leathercraft, start here.
Our beginner-friendly guides explain the essential skills, terminology and equipment you’ll need to begin crafting with confidence.
You’ll learn:
- Essential leatherworking tools
- Understanding leather weights
- Basic hand stitching
- Cutting and measuring leather
- Simple first projects
- Choosing your first leather
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How to Punch Straight Stitching Holes with a Pr...
If your stitching holes wander, change direction or don't line up neatly on the back of the leather, a few simple adjustments to your technique can make a significant difference....
How to Punch Straight Stitching Holes with a Pr...
If your stitching holes wander, change direction or don't line up neatly on the back of the leather, a few simple adjustments to your technique can make a significant difference....
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The One Tool I Couldn’t Work Without (And Why E...
If I had to choose just one tool to keep on my workbench (apart from a knife), it would be my Sinabroks Stitching Irons. Whether you’re making your first wallet...
The One Tool I Couldn’t Work Without (And Why E...
If I had to choose just one tool to keep on my workbench (apart from a knife), it would be my Sinabroks Stitching Irons. Whether you’re making your first wallet...
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How to Get the Perfectly Slanted Hand Stitch in...
Few things make handmade leatherwork look more professional than a clean, consistent line of perfectly slanted hand stitches. In this guide, we'll explain how to create consistent diagonal stitches in...
How to Get the Perfectly Slanted Hand Stitch in...
Few things make handmade leatherwork look more professional than a clean, consistent line of perfectly slanted hand stitches. In this guide, we'll explain how to create consistent diagonal stitches in...
Advanced Leathercraft
Ready to take your skills further?
Explore techniques used by experienced makers, including:
- Decorative stitching
- Advanced edge finishing
- Pattern drafting
- Wet moulding
- Leather carving
- Traditional saddlery techniques
- Professional finishing methods
Why Trust British Leather Supplies?
At British Leather Supplies, we’re passionate about leathercraft. We supply quality leather, tools, hardware and workshop essentials to hobbyists, makers, small businesses and professional craftspeople across the UK.
Our guides are based on practical experience and are written to help you get better results from every project. Whether you’re choosing your first hide, investing in new tools or perfecting traditional techniques, we’re here to support your leathercraft journey with trusted advice and reliable products.
We invite you to explore our growing collection of resources and keep checking back as new guides, tutorials and product features are added throughout the year.