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Leatherwork - A Manual of Techniques
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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Leatherwork - A Manual of Techniques
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Geoffrey West
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback / softback | | Pages:160 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 246,Width 189 |
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| Category/Genre | Handicrafts, decorative arts and crafts |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9781861267429
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| Classifications | Dewey:745.531 |
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| Edition |
New edition
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| Illustrations |
Illustrations, unspecified
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
The Crowood Press Ltd
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| Imprint |
The Crowood Press Ltd
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| Publication Date |
25 March 2005 |
| Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
Leather is a strong and versatile material, which is highly suitable for handicrafts. Anyone can learn the techniques of leatherworking, and with some basic tools and a little patience can produce articles that are both aesthetically pleasing and practical. Topics covered: * Advice on selection of tools and different types of leather * Step-by-step instruction on the techniques of cutting, bevelling, burnishing, hand-stitching, carving, stamping and thronging * Tips on how to avoid common pitfalls * A range of interesting projects * Explanatory line-drawings and photographs throughout AUTHOR: Geoffrey West studied Art and Design at Brixton School of Building. He is a craftsman of many years' experience and was a craft teacher at Morley College specialising in leatherwork. 120 b/w photos
Author Biography
Geoffrey West studied Art and Design at Brixton School of Building. He is a craftsman of many years' experience and was a craft teacher at Morley College specializing in leatherwork. Resident - Croydon, Surrey
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