Making Leather Purses & Totes

From casual totes to stylish clutches, this compilation offers an irresistible assortment of chic leather projects. The simplicity of the techniques adds to its appeal; a novice can easily make each bag, using basic sewing, braiding, and tooling skills. Photos of the purses in each phase of construction, as well images of the finished items, provide guidance and inspiration on working with this supple and durable material. Discover a variety of ways to tool, brand, punch, cut, stitch, glue, and embellish leather, and see how to add hardware, such as clasps and latches. Anyone would feel proud to show off the fringed Cell Phone Bag, Suede Hip Purse, Alligator Grain Cowhide Handbag, and Travel Tote with Stamp-and-Tooled Personalized Accent. A novice can easily make each bag, using basic sewing, braiding, and tooling skills Step by Step colour photos throughout Shows how to add hardware, such as clasps and latches Features an irresistible assortment of chic leather projectsProlific Impressions, Inc. Staff is the author of 'Making Leather Purses & Totes', published 2005 under ISBN 9781402714757 and ISBN 1402714750.