LeatherWorks: Traditional Craft for Modern Living
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| Rating | : | 4.19 (600 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 191112725X |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 144 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-12-20 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
At its core is a belief in simple design that showcases honest and beautiful materials, creating usable objects with integrity.. Otzi was born out of Otis’s desire to design timeless, functional and durable leather items that people engage with on a daily basis. Otis Ingrams is the founder of Otzi London, a leather des
A contemporary design ethos allied to traditional techniques brings this craft firmly into the 21st century.. Working with leather is a tidy, portable craft that requires little space – all of the tools and materials can be readily purchased and all you need is a small dining table. Alongside the projects, you can master core craft skills that will allow you to produce elegant and durable pieces, such as hand-stitching, weaving, riveting and lacing. As a natural and sustainable material, it has intrinsic value and each piece has unique character. LeatherWorks shows you how to make 20 stylish items from leather, from objects for the home, such as a woven bench or log basket, to lifestyle accessories such as bags, a sunglasses case or an apron. Leather is beautiful and incredibly satisfying to work with
Otzi was born out of Otis’s desire to design timeless, functional and durable leather items that people engage with on a daily basis. At its core is a belief in simple design that showcases honest and beautiful materials, creating usable objects with integrity.. About the AuthorOtis Ingrams is the founder of Otzi London, a leather design studio based in East London