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 Use a Leather Strap Cutter Like a Pro
Whether you're a seasoned artisan or just starting your leathercrafting journey, this guide will carefully walk you through how to use a leather strap cutter, emphasising craftsmanship, precision, and timeless...
How To Use a Leather Strap Cutter Like a Pro
Whether you're a seasoned artisan or just starting your leathercrafting journey, this guide will carefully walk you through how to use a leather strap cutter, emphasising craftsmanship, precision, and timeless...
How To Use A Leather Stitching Chisel in Leathe...
Whether you’re a seasoned artisan or an aspiring leatherworker, investing in a diamond leather stitching chisel is a step toward unparalleled workmanship. With its ability to perfect your saddle stitching...
How To Use A Leather Stitching Chisel in Leathe...
Whether you’re a seasoned artisan or an aspiring leatherworker, investing in a diamond leather stitching chisel is a step toward unparalleled workmanship. With its ability to perfect your saddle stitching...
How to Use Leather Awls in Craft Projects
This guide will walk you through the nuances of using leather awls in your craft projects, from understanding this deceptively simple tool to mastering advanced techniques. Imagine crafting something that...
How to Use Leather Awls in Craft Projects
This guide will walk you through the nuances of using leather awls in your craft projects, from understanding this deceptively simple tool to mastering advanced techniques. Imagine crafting something that...
How to Set Rivets in Leather Craft
If you're wondering how to set rivets in leather with precision and care, this guide will walk you through the process. You'll discover not only the practical steps but also...
How to Set Rivets in Leather Craft
If you're wondering how to set rivets in leather with precision and care, this guide will walk you through the process. You'll discover not only the practical steps but also...
How Leather Punches Can Take Your Craft to the ...
This article explores how leather punches can transform your approach to crafting, enhance the quality of your creations, and help you craft leather goods that tell a story of elegance...
How Leather Punches Can Take Your Craft to the ...
This article explores how leather punches can transform your approach to crafting, enhance the quality of your creations, and help you craft leather goods that tell a story of elegance...
Types of Templates in Leather Craft: A Detailed...
Types of Templates in Leather Craft: A Detailed Guide to Precision and Elegance Leather crafting is an age-old art rooted in tradition, craftsmanship, and creativity. At its core lies the...
Types of Templates in Leather Craft: A Detailed...
Types of Templates in Leather Craft: A Detailed Guide to Precision and Elegance Leather crafting is an age-old art rooted in tradition, craftsmanship, and creativity. At its core lies the...
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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Why Full Grain Leather Gets Better With Age
In this guide, we’ll explain what full grain leather is, why it ages so well, what patina really means, and why the natural markings found on genuine leather should be...
Why Full Grain Leather Gets Better With Age
In this guide, we’ll explain what full grain leather is, why it ages so well, what patina really means, and why the natural markings found on genuine leather should be...
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What Leather Should a Beginner Choose? (Complet...
Starting leathercraft is exciting, but choosing your first piece of leather can quickly become overwhelming. In this guide, we’ll explain the key differences between the main types of leather -...
What Leather Should a Beginner Choose? (Complet...
Starting leathercraft is exciting, but choosing your first piece of leather can quickly become overwhelming. In this guide, we’ll explain the key differences between the main types of leather -...
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Leather Fastenings Explained: Which Closure is ...
Whether you’re crafting belts, handbags, dog collars, wallets or journal covers, choosing the right fastening will improve both the appearance and durability of your finished work. In this guide, we’ll compare...
Leather Fastenings Explained: Which Closure is ...
Whether you’re crafting belts, handbags, dog collars, wallets or journal covers, choosing the right fastening will improve both the appearance and durability of your finished work. In this guide, we’ll compare...
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.