Leather Craft Tools

Whether you’re a seasoned leather craftsman or have little experience, you need the right leather working tools to master any project. Explore our professional leather craft tools and their benefits.

Types of Leather Crafting Tools

We offer numerous leathercraft supplies to suit your needs:

Cutting tools: Utility knives, rotary cutters and scissors assist in cutting through thick leather and creating sharp angles. Please note that a cutting mat is critical to protect your work table.
Stitching tools: Our specialized glover’s needle easily pierces softer leather, while the harness needle effortlessly passes through punched holes. Our scratch awls make puncture holes and scratch lines. Waxed or bonded nylon thread completes the stitching tool essentials.
Stamping and setting tools: Stamps help weave designs into your leather pieces for a unique look. Mallets are used with stamps to imprint shapes or add constituents, depending on the application. Setting tools will help you place snaps, rivets, chicago screws and more into your leather craft project.
Finishing tools: Bevel or cut edges with our edge finisher selection to help remove the sharp corners that are produced from cutting leather.

Choosing the Right Tools for Your Project

Leatherworking projects allow you to express your creativity in several ways. You have free reign to create wallets, belts, bags and other common leather accessories. The leather type will determine your basic tools, including cutting, stitching, stamping and finishing.

Some tools are more suitable for beginners than experienced crafters. Explore our selection of craft tools to determine which is best for your project.

How to Learn Leather Tooling and Cut Leather by Hand

Enrolling in an online or in-person class is the best way to learn leather tooling. You’ll have an advantage with a leather tooling kit since you’ll explore various techniques to bring your craft vision to life. The Leather Crafter’s Journal puts on annual shows in several different states where classes are tought by experts in the field.

Cutting leather by hand is simpler if you have good-quality leather craft tools and a ruler for guidance.

Frequently Asked Questions

We’ve answered some frequently asked questions about leather craft tools to help you find the right ones.

What Basic Tools Do I Need to Start Leather Crafting?

You’ll need basic tools such as a utility knife, cutting mat, ruler, stitching awl and needles. We’re here to help you learn what leather tools are most important when you are just getting started.