Tag: Leather Work

What is the Way of the Apprentice?

Feb 15, 2020

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Graeme Smith

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What is the Way of the Apprenticeship? Read on to find out more about craft and craftsmanship and the workshop.
Which Stitching Pony or Clamp Should I Buy When I’m Starting Out With Leatherwork? 2 Tempting Options to Consider

Oct 26, 2019

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Graeme Smith

in Education, Adult Learning, Learn anything, learner, Learners, Leather, Leather Goods, Leather Work, Leathercraft, Leatherwork

If you’re going to get started with leatherwork, you need a stitching pony. I know, I know… it’s a weird name. But that’s what people call them because – I guess – you usually sit on it.
Why Did I Get Into Leatherwork? 5 Awesome Reasons That Might Also Resonate With You

Oct 25, 2019

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Graeme Smith

in Education, Adult Learning, Autonomous learning, Improve learning, Learn anything, learner, Learners, Learning, Leather, Leather Goods, Leather Work, Leathercraft, Leatherwork

So many reasons to get into leatherwork There’s a bunch of reasons why I got into leatherwork. I’ve talked about them a bit already. But they’re worth exploring further. Reason 1: I wanted a nice leather wallet but I thought they were too expensive I wrote about this here. When I started looking into leather…
Leatherwork: What’s It Gonna Cost For Me To Get Started? 5 Simple Questions You Need Straight Answers For

Oct 23, 2019

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Graeme Smith

in Education, Adult Learning, educator, Improve learning, learner, Learner success, Learners, Learning, Leather, Leather Goods, Leather Work, Leathercraft, Leatherwork

This is a good question. One of a bunch of questions that you’re probably wondering about if you want to start doing some leatherwork.
What Was It Like Getting Started Learning A New Craft? 3 Things To Consider

Oct 19, 2019

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Graeme Smith

in Education, Adult Learning, educator, Learn anything, learner, Learner success, Learners, Learning, Leather, Leather Goods, Leather Work, Leathercraft, Leatherwork, Online learning

Start learning a craft today. If you’d asked me five years ago whether I would be able to produce beautiful handmade leather MacBook sleeves, journal covers and wallets I would have laughed.
Design Thinking Made Tangible: The Importance of Physical Tools in Crafting

Oct 18, 2019

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Graeme Smith

in Education, Adult Learning, learner, Leather, Leather Goods, Leather Work, Leathercraft, Leatherwork

When you’re getting started with a craft like leatherwork you realise really quickly that a lot of it is about design and design thinking.
Leatherwork: What 19 tools do I need to get started easily right now?

Oct 16, 2019

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Graeme Smith

in Education, Leather, Leather Goods, Leather Work, Leathercraft, Leatherwork

If you follow my blog, you’ll know that I’ve been writing more about leatherwork. This is one of my hobbies… or should I say obsessions.
Apply for the SMITH BROS Ultimate Leatherwork Fundamentals Mentorship

Sep 27, 2019

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Graeme Smith

in Education, Graeme Smith, Leather, Leather Goods, Leather Work, Leathercraft, Leatherwork, Smith, Smith Bros

Are you interested in getting into leatherwork? Are you wondering how to get started? I can help
How do I get started with leatherwork?

Sep 24, 2019

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Graeme Smith

in craft, craftmanship, Graeme Smith, Leather, Leather Goods, Leather Work, Leathercraft, Leatherwork, Smith, Smith Bros

Are you looking for a satisfying new skill to learn? I can help you discover your passion for making cool stuff out of learner…!
Sometimes I like to make things

Sep 20, 2019

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Graeme Smith

in Education, Leather, Leather Goods, Leather Work, Leathercraft, Leatherwork, Maker, Smith Bros

Check out @smith_bros on Instagram Sometimes I like to make things and sometimes I need to make things. Often it’s both at the same time. Here’s what the process looks like below for a recent project. This was to replace a leather laptop sleeve I made that got stolen recently. Step 1: Make a plan…