Basic Leather Working : Understand How a Swivel Knife Affects Leather Working

An important element to leather working is understanding how a swivel knife can affect your leather work. Learn how to practice and achieve the right look with this small sample in this free video series.

Expert: Amanda Claire
Bio: Amanda Claire is a leather artist currently living in Austin, Texas, where she specializes on custom pieces that blend traditional technique with modern designs.
Filmmaker: MAKE | MEDIA

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[evelyn roxana cortès miranda]

HOLA SOY ARTISANS OF CHILE, ACA N THERE LEATHER carving tools I ACCESS THEM AS YOU CAN SEE HOW bring them CHILE,, THANKS

[dirkbikeman1001]

I've always been taught to put the tip of the index finger in the cradle. What ever works for you I guess..

[Lynn Preston]

Poor girl looks so tired. . . I believe she's making these videos under duress . . . 

[C.T. Strickland]

I notice the blade guides smoothly. What kind of blade is best? I have tried several but sometimes they start to drag after some use. stropping on leather w/ jewler's rouge helps renew edge some but only for a moment or so.

[william mault]

very informative. thx. for posting!

[cookiedough252]

helpful!  thanks! =)

[jamin3d]

very helpful, thanks!