From the Bench: Leathercraft Notes by Heirloom Leathercraft
Notes on craft, leather, and the work behind the work. Written by Beatrice Amblard, Hermes-trained master leather artisan, from her atelier in San Francisco.
From the Bench
What Is the Amblard Method?
The stitch behind the world's finest leather goods is created by hand. Here is how it is taught.
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The Meaning of an Heirloom: Objects Made to Outlive Us
An heirloom is not bought. It is made, used, and handed on.
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A Gift That Isn't a Thing: Giving a Leatherworking Class
Some of the best gifts cannot be wrapped.
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