Leathercraft Starter Kit No 4

This kit is designed for beginners who want to learn, practice, and gain confidence in hand leathercraft. Each tool and material has been selected to cover the essential techniques — stitching, cutting, edge finishing, assembly, and simple project work — making it an ideal all-in-one starting point.

Kit Contents

1. 3mm Stitching Punches – For creating clean, evenly spaced stitching holes that give your projects a professional finish.
2. Glue Spreader – Ensures even application of adhesive for strong, durable bonds.
3. Needle – A 5 pack ILS x Pony saddlers' needle. Arguably the best leather stitching needles currently available in India.
4. Waxed Polyester Thread (5m, Darker Colour) – Strong, durable thread for stitching.
5. Waxed Polyester Thread (5m, Lighter Colour) – Subtle finish for projects where a softer stitch line is preferred.
6. Awl – Useful for marking patterns, piercing leather, and guiding stitches.
7. Edge Creaser (Stainless Steel) – Marks consistent stitch lines parallel to the edge of your leather.
8. Wood Burnisher – Smooths and polishes edges for a refined look.
9. Thread Snipper – Cuts thread neatly for a tidy finish.
10. A4 Cutting Mat – Durable, non-slip mat to protect your work surface and improve cutting accuracy.
11. Miles Heavy Duty Paper Cutter – For clean cutting of leather and paper patterns.
12. Edge Beveller #2 – Bevels and rounds leather edges to prepare them for finishing.
13. Brass Rivets (Nickel-Plated) Sample Pack – Introduces basic rivet setting techniques.
14. Pre-cut and Pre-punched Key Ring Kit – Simple starter project to practice stitching and assembly.
15. Pre-cut Simple Card Wallet – Ready-to-assemble project to practice stitching, gluing, and edge finishing.

What You Can Do with This Kit

• Learn the basics of saddle stitching, edge finishing, and leather assembly.
• Practice using hand tools safely and correctly.
• Complete two small projects (a key ring and a card wallet) to build confidence before moving on to larger items.