If there are novice leather friends asking about tools and leather materials, then I will share my experience learning handicrafts abroad
The basic tools used when making leather goods. First of all, neither my teacher nor I are tool masters. Our requirement for tools is to use the most streamlined tools and steps to make exquisite and high-quality leather goods.
【Material】
1. Leather-vegetable tanning Leather About vegetable tanned leather has been introduced in detail in previous articles.
What is vegetable tanned leather?
The main reasons why novices are recommended to choose vegetable tanned leather:
1) The leather is stiff, not easily deformed, and easy to control and operate;
2)
Handmade Time is long and precious, so it must be used on precious leather so as not to be wasted;
3) The leather itself is high-end, even for novices Even if the workmanship is not good, the finished product looks high-end, and the more you make it, the more you feel a sense of accomplishment. Depending on the part of vegetable tanned leather, the leather goods suitable for making are also different. For details, please see the content compiled below. Classified by parts
2. Line-Dupont line
The sutures for hand-sewn leather mainly include wax thread and nylon thread. I personally recommend nylon thread. The main reason is that the steps are simple to use. You only need to sinter the thread after backstitching the end of the thread. In addition to being rich in color, DuPonts nylon threads also have the advantages of not diverging, good wear resistance, not easy to break, and a surface as smooth as a ribbon. 3. Seam edge agent-Japanese Chenghe bed surface agent
Leather edge processing and sewing Threads are also an important factor in judging whether the leather quality and workmanship are excellent. Compared with CMC, which is cheap but complicated and time-consuming to operate, the Japanese bed surface is more expensive, but it is not only simple to operate, quick to operate, but also has better results. 4. Glue-Japanese white glue
And now sold on Taobao Different from ordinary white glue, this Japanese leather glue only needs to apply a thin layer of glue on the two pieces of leather to be bonded, and it can be bonded immediately, without waiting for a few minutes. At present, I use leather glue imported from another company, and the effect is also very good, and the price is cheaper than Japanese glue. 【tool】
1. Needle - Imported from the UK John James Hand Sewing Needle
The most common hand sewing needles Leather goods can also be sewn by hand, but the sharp tips of ordinary needles can easily scratch the leather or puncture the skin. However, the needles of leather-specific hand sewing needles are round and will not cause damage to the leather. Leather needles come in thick or thin specifications. Personally, I recommend the JohnJa imported from the UK.mes hand sewing needles, because their #4 needle (48mm length x 0.90mm diameter) is the thinnest, easiest to sew and looks best, and it is also the royal needle of Hermès. 2. Knife-ordinary utility knife
You can find it in any stationery store or supermarket A utility knife you can buy will do. 3. Diamond chopper-4mm spacing 6 teeth and 2 teeth diamond chopper
When studying abroad, The leather goods teacher actually asked me to use Fa Zhan, but because I was just starting out at that time, Fa Zhan was relatively expensive, so the leather goods teacher recommended that I buy this more cost-effective Ling Zhan. Recommended for beginners, a diamond chopper with a wider spacing, one 4mm 6-tooth + 2-tooth diamond chopper. 4. Spacing gauge/marker If you want to sew straight lines, a good spacing gauge or scriber is essential. This is the most cost-effective spacing gauge or scriber I have used since returning to China.
5. Hammer-nylon hammer
In fact, for those who are new to PiKeng As far as humans are concerned, as long as they have the ability to punch holes, there are not many requirements for hammers. Iron hammers and wooden hammers can make holes. But if you want to pursue high efficiency, high quality and a better use experience, I still recommend this nylon hammer. The wooden handle of this hammer is made of walnut, the middle is black cast iron, and the two ends are made of white nylon material, which can protect Our Lingzhan. 6.Edging rod
The processing of edges just introduced is very important , this edge grinding stick is used to apply bed surface agent and polish the edges. It can also be used to shape your body, please refer to my previous tutorial for specific methods. 7. Frosted stick
This is the most common grinder Nail sanding strips, used to smooth the edges of leather. 8. Backing plate-Taiwan Jiuyang cutting backing plate
The most common hand-made cutting mat A necessary tool for cutting, cutting, and punching boards, we recommend Taiwan Jiuyang cutting pads, which are high-quality and low-priced.
