- Top 5 Machine Features for Sewing Leather By Willie Sandry Willie Sandry is a Freelance Writer, blogger, and crafter who loves having the right tool for the job. This article is intended for educational purposes only. Leather Hide Store does not recommend or endorse any leather sewing products. You've chosen the perfect leather, consulted The Ultimate Reupholstery Guide, and you're ready to…
- All for “Charity”: A Classic VW Beetle’s Incredible Story Custom & Classic VW Beetles for The Greater Good Looking at the stunning 1963 Custom Ragtop Beetle “Charity,” it is easy to see why someone would be inspired to donate for a chance to win the keys. “Charity” is an easy story to fall in love with. A beautiful classic VW Beetle, built from the…
- Leather Upholstery DIY: How to Reupholster a Bar Stool How many times have you wished the stools at your kitchen island looked a little nicer? Maybe they could be a little more plush or a little more inviting. If the old fabric or vinyl needs to be refreshed, consider leather upholstery for a tasteful upgrade to the look and feel of your…
- All in the Family: A Firebird Build to Remember (Dawn and Gary Hartman standing in front of "The Black Widow") Our Firebird build tale begins twenty years ago, when Gary Hartman haggled with his neighbor for the 1967 classic. His daughter, Dawn, a travel nurse, immediately fell in love with the old bird. Fast forward to 2017, when Gary found himself considering downsizing…
- Full Grain Leather: Leather 101 Ah, the great leather debate! What IS full grain leather? What is top grain leather? The real question is “which is better?” and the answer is… it depends. Depending on your project, and your needs, either leather could be the “better” leather. They both serve important roles in the leathercraft world, and it is…
- Leather DIY: How to Reupholster a Dining Room Chair By Willie Sandry Reupholstering a dining room chair is a great DIY project. If you have a few basic tools and a desire to learn, a slip seat is an approachable project for even a novice. Never tackled an upholstery project before? Never worked with leather? No problem! These simple steps will guide you…
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