Leathercraft MasterClass

The Bloomsbury Attache Case: Making The Lid (13x3)

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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. 'The Bloomsbury Attache Case' 4 part video series was created for those who want to learn the traditional craft of case making. Even without any intention of making one, you will still learn the following skills to transfer to other projects: Box stitching. Handle making. Case linings. Installing hardware rivets. Precise measurements. These skills and more will help you understand techniques used in making the following:. Soft sided briefcases. Trunk making. Portfolio cases. Solid leather boxes. Musical instrument cases. and more. This video is the 3rd part in the 4 part series 'The Bloomsbury Attache Case'. (Parts 1&2 cover handle making). Join us in this video where we will be making the lid component of our attache case. In this course you will learn: - The principles of box stitching with obverse and inverse (regular and reverse prong orientation) pricking irons. - Use case board to reinforce and give structure to our case. - Discover how to waterproof the case to protect the contents. - Edge finish the case, both edges and corners. - Perfectly match up the prick marks on the top and side. No 'losing a stitch' needed for a professional finish. ..and all the measurements and dimensions you need to begin constructing your very own bespoke attache briefcase.