Inspired by the work of Linael Design, I set out to combine leather and embroidery to make embroidery hoops decorations for my friends. Those embroidery motifs could also be used to add a touch of originality to your next leather project or to give away as badges that can be sewn on bags or items …
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Geodesic constellations lamp
Time required Complexity Tools & Supplies 12 hours Moderate Leathercraft & Soldering For my last project I created a bird feeder based around a geodesic sphere. While working with the model in the 3D software, I couldn’t help but think that there would be really cool design applications to such a shape. This is how …
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Time required Complexity Tools & Supplies 2 hours Easy Common for leathercraft I don’t often make card holders but since my friend got a new job as a real estate agent she asked me if I could make something for her to carry her business cards. So of course I was happy to oblige! The …
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Time required Complexity Tools & Supplies 4 hours Easy Common for leathercraft One of my friends is about to embark on a journey that will see him sail from Vancouver to Mexico so I wanted to wish him good luck by making him something that he could carry along with him. This is how I …
MoreBird feeder – The Acorn
Time required Complexity Tools & Supplies 5 hours Moderate Common for leathercraft Spring finally arrived in Montreal where I am located at the moment. The trees in full bloom brought back scores of bird that I am very eager to observe when I am working at my desk and looking out through the window. In …
MoreStuffed elephant made with leather
Time required Complexity Tools & Supplies 4 hours (x2 because of drying time) Easy Common for leathercraft I really enjoy making stuffed animals as they always make the perfect gift for my nieces and nephews. Last year I worked on a stuffed ox made with leather to give to a friend in celebration of Chinese …
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Time required Complexity Tools & Supplies 5 hours (+36h drying time) Easy Common for leathercraft Spending time in nature is a very important part of my life. I love spending time observing my surroundings and keep being amazed by the beauty and complexity of the many shapes through which life expresses itself and comes into …
MoreMaking leather keychains: 6 Forest Animals
Time required Complexity Tools & Supplies 1 hour / Keychain Easy Common for leathercraft I’m always looking for quick craft project ideas to give to my friends. And what better gift than a handmade leather keychain. Following this train of thoughts I designed 6 different forest animal templates: a rabbit, a wolf, a fox, a …
MoreHorse baby mobile
Time required Complexity Tools & Supplies 6 hours Easy Common for leathercraft A little backstory: my sister recently gave birth to a little baby girl. She also happens to be very found of horses. Tragically she lost her beloved horse last year after caring for it for 23 years. Since she now has a horse …
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