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Welcome to the British Leather Supplies Journal — 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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Everything You Need to Know About Leather Mallets & Mauls

Everything You Need to Know About Leather Malle...

In leatherworking, few tools are used as frequently as the mallet or maul. Yet for newcomers, the sheer variety on the market can feel bewildering. What is the difference between...

Everything You Need to Know About Leather Malle...

In leatherworking, few tools are used as frequently as the mallet or maul. Yet for newcomers, the sheer variety on the market can feel bewildering. What is the difference between...

Why We Love Angelus Clear Shoe Cement

Why We Love Angelus Clear Shoe Cement

Whether you're a professional cobbler, a leather artisan, or someone who simply takes pride in keeping their shoes and accessories in excellent condition, Angelus Clear Shoe Cement is a product...

Why We Love Angelus Clear Shoe Cement

Whether you're a professional cobbler, a leather artisan, or someone who simply takes pride in keeping their shoes and accessories in excellent condition, Angelus Clear Shoe Cement is a product...

How to Size a Popper Snap for Leather

How to Size a Popper Snap for Leather

Whether you're crafting a bespoke leather bag, a hand-stitched wallet, or a custom belt, choosing the right popper snap is one of those decisions that can make or break the...

How to Size a Popper Snap for Leather

Whether you're crafting a bespoke leather bag, a hand-stitched wallet, or a custom belt, choosing the right popper snap is one of those decisions that can make or break the...

Easy Ways to Sharpen a Leather Edge Beveller Tool

Easy Ways to Sharpen a Leather Edge Beveller Tool

A sharp edge beveller is the difference between a clean, professional finish and a ragged, torn edge that lets down even the finest leather. Keeping yours in peak condition needn't...

Easy Ways to Sharpen a Leather Edge Beveller Tool

A sharp edge beveller is the difference between a clean, professional finish and a ragged, torn edge that lets down even the finest leather. Keeping yours in peak condition needn't...

Everything You Need to Know About Chicago Screws in Leathercraft

Everything You Need to Know About Chicago Screw...

Unassuming in size but mighty in application, Chicago screws are one of the most versatile and satisfying fasteners you can add to your leathercraft toolkit. This guide covers everything —...

Everything You Need to Know About Chicago Screw...

Unassuming in size but mighty in application, Chicago screws are one of the most versatile and satisfying fasteners you can add to your leathercraft toolkit. This guide covers everything —...

Everything You Need to Know About Tokonole

Everything You Need to Know About Tokonole

Tokonole has earned its reputation as one of the most useful products in the leatherworker's toolkit. It is simple to use, reliably effective, and produces results that genuinely elevate the...

Everything You Need to Know About Tokonole

Tokonole has earned its reputation as one of the most useful products in the leatherworker's toolkit. It is simple to use, reliably effective, and produces results that genuinely elevate the...