Description
BOOK FOR BEGINNING LEATHER SEWING
Take your first steps in the world of leather with the book "Learn leather sewing in 10 lessons" , written by Huguette Paillettes, a designer passionate about sewing and DIY, who has been sharing her advice and creations on her blog and social networks since 2015.
Designed for beginners and those with some knowledge of leather sewing, this richly illustrated guide will provides step-by-step guidance with 10 basic lessons : choosing the right leather for your creations, transferring a pattern, cutting the leather, assembling it, sewing it by hand or machine, finishing it, adding accessories, personalizing it and caring for your creations. The explanations are easy to follow and are designed for beginners who want to learn how to work with leather in a simple and accessible way.
It will then allow you to put it into practice thanks to 10 concrete projects (5 creations by the author and 5 models in collaboration with designers) : card holder, purse, bag, glasses case, name tag holder, pencil case, pouch...
The book includes numerous QR codes to guide you through video tutorials on how to choose your supplies or complete certain technical steps (approximately 1.5 hours of cumulative viewing). Ideal for visualizing the correct actions and making progress more easily.
Bonus: scan a QR code to access a dedicated page on the author's blog with additional content: advice, exclusive tutorial, etc.
All the necessary equipment (leathers, tools and accessories) is available on our site.
Number of pages: 128
Book dimensions: 19 x 23 cm
Weight: 370 g
Cover: Paperback
Author: Huguette Paillettes (Clémence Chaffiot)
Produced in partnership with Deco Cuir
Photographs: Huguette Paillettes (Clémence Chaffiot)
Saxony Editions
Release: 2025
ISBN: 978-2-7565-4104-4
DECO CUIR, the leather work specialist
Since 2009, we have been supporting individuals and professionals.
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1st French site for leather work
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Physical store in Campbon (44)
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Quality leather from tanneries / tannery or destocking of major leather goods brands