Tips & Tricks

The Ultimate Guide to Leather Lace: Choosing the Right Type
Whether you’re a seasoned leathercrafter or just getting started, leather lace is one of the most versatile materials you can keep on hand. From jewelry and accessories to home décor and outdoor g...

How to Use a Speedy Stitcher Sewing Awl
The Speedy Stitcher Sewing Awl is the perfect tool for assembly and quick repairs. It makes sewing through heavy or light materials easy to do and a snap to learn. Once you master the technique, y...

How To Use Modeling Tools
How To Use Modeling Tools for Leather
Modeling tools are handy and versatile tools that are a must for your leather crafting station. Realeather sells two different modeling tools, each with two d...

Leather Moccasin Kit Assembly
Leather Moccasin Kit Assembly Instructions
The Leather Moccasin kits are the perfect craft for any age or type of crafter! These kits contain all of the supplies and leather you need to make a pai...

Beginner Tooling Tips
Many people start their journey into leathercraft by tooling a traditional Western floral pattern. Not only is this a popular style, but the basic techniques learned by using a small collection of ...

Different Types of Leather Lace
Lace is versatile and can be used for so many things: construction, decoration, accents, or making an entire project from lace itself. Many crafters are upgrading their parachute cord or macrame co...

Lesley Weidenbener: Leather, sewing and an Indiana company
I had a fantastic conversation with a southern Indiana business owner last week that has its roots in some shopping I did on the last day of 2023 in Evanston, Illinois.
My husband and I were in the...

Made in Indiana: Craft leather by Silver Creek Leather Co.
History: Greg Sartor had been working at Caldwell/Moser Tannery in New Albany for about two years when, in 2002, the company closed after some 125 years in business. Sartor had been overseeing the ...

Tips & Tricks for Sewing Leather on a sewing machine
Tips & Tricks for Sewing Leather
By Ann Butler Designs
Sewing on leather is a wonderfully rewarding experience—but it does come with its own set of challenges. Whether you're crafting accessori...

