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=Tool Purpose=
 
A set of handheld carving tools to manually carve into leather.
=Description=
A set of handheld carving tools to manually carve into leather. Essential leather carving tools include a swivel knife for outlining, various stamps (bevelers, shaders, backgrounders) for texture, and a rawhide/poly mallet for striking. These tools are used on dampened vegetable-tanned leather, allowing for precise, detailed designs. A marble slab provides a solid, stable base for carving, while a strop keeps the knife sharp.
 
=Applications=
*Adding designs to leather boots
*Adding designs to leather wallet
 
=Guides and Manuals=
*[https://theleatherguy.org/blogs/leather-101/basic-leather-stamping-and-carving Basic Leather Stamping and Carving]


=How to Use=
=How to Use=
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mhYUU3soIac Basic Leather Carving]
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hkcbnXQwPt4 Leather Carving for Beginners]
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Latest revision as of 10:52, 13 February 2026

Leather Carving Tools Storage Location
Leather Carving Tools


Description

A set of handheld carving tools to manually carve into leather. Essential leather carving tools include a swivel knife for outlining, various stamps (bevelers, shaders, backgrounders) for texture, and a rawhide/poly mallet for striking. These tools are used on dampened vegetable-tanned leather, allowing for precise, detailed designs. A marble slab provides a solid, stable base for carving, while a strop keeps the knife sharp.

Applications

  • Adding designs to leather boots
  • Adding designs to leather wallet

Guides and Manuals

How to Use