Leathercraft MasterClass

The Bloomsbury Attache Case: Handle Making: Part 1 (13x1)

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Inspired by the golden era of travel, luggage and luxury, we wanted to resurrect the techniques from our past masters, so you can own them - today. This is part 1 of a 4 part series on the making of the 'Bloomsbury Attache Case'. In this course we focus on handle making. We take a look at leather, pattern making and all the information you need to make one of the most iconic displays of leathercraft craftsmanship. This course will guide you on how to hand craft your very own leather briefcase handle. Until now there have been no online courses on how to make luxury briefcase handles that ooze heirloom quality and style. This course will guide you step-by-step explaining how to construct this beautifully curved handle from beginning to end. Starting with flat leather and finishing with a beautifully sculpted handle that is both aesthetically pleasing and comfortable in your hand. Not only can you use these on traditional briefcases, but handbags, laptop cases, trunks, gun cases and many other items for adding a touch of class to your project. Future videos include the construction of the briefcase body. In this course you will learn: -How to select the correct leathers. -What thicknesses to use. -Pattern making including inverted templates. -Skiving for seamless overlaps. -'Stress-free' construction method for improved durability. -Which adhesives to use and when. -Easy methods for shaping the solid leather filler. -Casing and moulding leather around the filler and more.