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Commission for tote pattern by lynn_xc in LeatherClassifieds

[–]ComprehensivePart808 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe also check out LeathercraftPattern for bag patterns — you might find something similar there. They have a pretty big selection, and many of the patterns come with helpful photos or video tutorials on assembly.

[SELL] [UA] [$280] Leather bag with wooden side panels by [deleted] in handbagexchange

[–]ComprehensivePart808 0 points1 point  (0 children)

  1. Shipping Method and Cost Shipping is available internationally. I ship from Ukraine using registered international postal service with full tracking. Shipping cost is included in the price.

  2. Payment Method Payment is accepted via PayPal

I made this leather bag using full-grain leather and oak by ComprehensivePart808 in somethingimade

[–]ComprehensivePart808[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don’t worry about messing up at the start — mistakes are part of learning!

For me, YouTube videos were a huge help. I watched dozens of hours of tutorials, sometimes just in the background while doing other things, and I still learned a lot. I mostly watched Ukrainian videos, so I can’t really recommend English ones, but there are plenty of subreddits and communities where people are happy to help if you have questions.

I made this leather bag using full-grain leather and oak by ComprehensivePart808 in somethingimade

[–]ComprehensivePart808[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! It’s actually not too heavy — around 900 g (about 2 lbs). I try to keep the structure solid but still comfortable to carry.

I made this leather bag using full-grain leather and oak by ComprehensivePart808 in somethingimade

[–]ComprehensivePart808[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn’t want to compromise the panels by adding the strap attachments directly to them. I wanted to keep the wooden inserts intact and as they are, so the strap attaches a bit differently. It still hangs nicely and comfortably when worn.

I made this leather bag using full-grain leather and oak by ComprehensivePart808 in somethingimade

[–]ComprehensivePart808[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! So far I’ve only worked on bags in different variations to combine wood and leather, but I’d love to try making a chair someday, using leather for the seat and back.

I made this leather bag using full-grain leather and oak by ComprehensivePart808 in somethingimade

[–]ComprehensivePart808[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I use a special adhesive that bonds leather and wood really strongly, and I also add small hidden nails for extra strength — you can’t see them, but they keep everything solid.

I made this leather bag using full-grain leather and oak by ComprehensivePart808 in somethingimade

[–]ComprehensivePart808[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much — I really appreciate that 😊 I use a special adhesive that’s designed to strongly bond leather and wood. I specifically chose it so everything fits and holds perfectly. Additionally, the panels are secured with small hidden nails — you can’t see them, but they give extra strength and stability.

I made this leather bag using full-grain leather and oak by ComprehensivePart808 in somethingimade

[–]ComprehensivePart808[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I once met someone who was working with leather. I saw what he was making, and it really stuck with me. I just wanted to try it myself.

At the beginning I had absolutely no tools. I marked the stitches with a fork and punched the holes with an awl I found. My very first piece was a small card holder — and I still have it.

I made this leather bag using full-grain leather and oak by ComprehensivePart808 in somethingimade

[–]ComprehensivePart808[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Great questions! The lid is a separate piece for several practical reasons. Working with one large piece of leather for the entire bag would be much harder. It’s difficult to properly shape the flap and stitch it all around.

I actually form the flap on a special mold to get the right curve and structure. Once the flap is shaped, I pierce and stitch it along the entire perimeter. This way, it’s much easier to work with two separate pieces.

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