I am in the process of updating my shop and one of the things I’d like to upgrade is my work bench. I’m currently working on a 2’x8’ bench that is crowded with my slab, some manual tools, and inventory. I am wanting to do a top similar to how Wyoming Wright Leather made theirs (video linked below) with mdf as the base and stall mat as the work surface. The bench would be similar to the one pictured. My question is, could I get away with using 1/2” or even 1/4” mdf and it still be as supportive/dampening or would I need to go with the 3/4” mdf under the stall mats? The bench itself will be constructed with 2”x or 4”x material and on casters.

Video reference: https://youtu.be/-QLshsllUXs?si=gyaZX_Co6mplwlHw

As the caption says, I’m about 6 months into doing leather & this here is my third belt. Now I’m not sure if I’ve just been staring at it for too long but the filigree to me kinda looks bleh, & could use a bit more but I’m not sure what to add or how to give it a bit more appeal. Any tips/ critiques would be greatly appreciated! Thanks

I’m planning to make an iPad holder for my wife for Christmas. I’ve got all the details planned except how to hold the device in place. I’ve considered sewing in some elastic at the corners. I just wondered if anyone had any experience using anything else - like leather. I don’t want it to be too hard to get the iPad in and out, but I’d like it to look nice.

Any ideas would be appreciated!!

Hey y’all

I recently bought this style of strap cutter but I’m trying it for the first time and finding it difficult to keep a straight line on 3-4oz leather I need for my proj.

Anyone have tips to help me through the learning curve?

Otherwise, I’ll return it and just use knives again.

TIA

I’m new to leathercraft and I was wondering if there were any inexpensive ones that’ll last me a bit. Thanks in advance!

I don’t really have anything else on hand besides that would that be OK or should I just order the right thing and wait

Orders for a friend.

https://preview.redd.it/bebo88vibvxd1.jpg?width=1600&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=a763130e797fc66d2827ae610645432c7d0407b1

All separated pieces

https://preview.redd.it/82gsfuwobvxd1.jpg?width=1201&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=321f242167ed68aa6ff26862a535c7eb6895962b

Hello so I just bought these pair of shoes and they have Nubuck leather on the backs. I was wondering if there was any process to turn this Nubuck into a suede like texture. The image above is the shoes and I want to turn the brown part into a suede like material. Can someone give me a detailed explanation?

Hey all!

I have been wanting to get into leather crafting and have been trying to do a lot of research on tools I will need and where to get leather/string.

I mainly want to make small leather goods, such as wallets/card holders, valet trays, coasters, etc.

I was wondering what tools I will need to start out making these projects specifically and maybe what weight of leather to get? Thanks!

Hello. What brands would you guys recommend for basic hand tools? I see lots of Ivan brand popping up when browsing resellers in my home country, Is It any good? Can also recommend sewing machines or belt skevers. Thanks.