A Beginner’s Guide to Leatherworking Chris in How To 1/19/15 [updated: 4/25/20] This article may contain affiliate links, learn more. Photo: JessyratfinkLeather possesses so much creative potential, particularly for everyday use and carry items that work well with a long-lasting and rugged masculine aesthetic. And? It's not hard to get started, but does require a few specialty tools; those that sorta bridge the gap between garage toolbox and traditional sewing kit. UPDATE: ManMade has released an original series on the basics of leather crafting. Check out all the posts right here. Or find Jessyratfink's guide on Instructables here.