Master
leathercrafter Al Manning takes you step-by-step
through the creation of a hand crafted leather project, demonstrating the use
of the basic tools for leather carving and stamping, dyeing and finishing a
project.
Leather Skills has produced a comprehensive 18-track how-to DVD that covers leatherworking from Tools and Materials right through Finishing. This is the first in a series of DVDs on leatherwork and the only one we've ever seen that covers so many aspects of a project. With this, we set out to create a DVD that would stand alone, helping beginners with their many questions, and offering tips that even seasoned leatherworkers find helpful.
Master
leathercrafter Al Manning takes you step-by-step
through the creation of a hand crafted leather project, demonstrating the use
of the basic tools for leather carving and stamping, dyeing and finishing a
project.
"Al's instruction is awesome. He must've been a teacher. His instruction is specific...the camera work is excellent—the close ups show every detail."
—Gary G., satisfied customer
Running more than two and a half hours, Al's detailed instruction walks through every aspect of the process, teaching skills and methods that provide a solid foundation for nearly any hand-tooled leather project. The DVD's chapters allow you to easily choose a specific skill to learn or review so you can work at your own pace, which is especially helpful when working with a leather kit or custom-cut project.
Learn to tool, carve and stamp leather and create your own custom leather products for yourself or as gifts for others. The basic skills presented can be used to create a wallet, checkbook cover, planner or notebook cover, purse, belt, knife sheath, cell phone case, handbag, holster, DVD case, guitar strap, saddlebag, motorcycle tool pouch, custom flask, custom travel mug, or any other item you can craft from leather. Craft your own personalized work of leather art!
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Albert
“Al” Manning took up the hobby of leathercraft when stationed
overseas with the U.S. Army in 1964. In addition to studying some of the many
books available on the subject, he learned by observing the works and techniques
of other leathercrafters. His own works run the gamut from belts and handbags
to sheaths and a wide variety of cases, as well as special commissions for tooled
coats of arms and a rodeo championship sash. As a Boy Scout, he earned the Leatherwork
Merit Badge, and later, as an Eagle Scout he has served for many years as a
Leatherwork Merit Badge instructor, introducing many Scouts to the joy of leatherwork.
Recently, in keeping with his own Scottish heritage, he has focused on making
tooled leather sporrans, kilt belts and knife sheaths featuring Celtic knotwork
and zoomorphic patterns, many of his own creation.
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