Leather-Working 101: The Best Tools and Sources for Real and Faux Leather

If you've never made anything out of leather before, it can be difficult to know how to get started and where to shop for supplies. Looking at the prices, it's no wonder sticker shock can turn many would-be leather workers away from the craft. But if you know where to shop and what is necessary to buy versus what belongs on your wish list, leather DIYs don't have to be outrageously expensive and the sturdy projects will last for years--making them well-worth the initial investment.