In this episode DIY PETE interviews Rob Farrington of TheStrapSmith.com to find out how to get get into the craft of working with leather. Rob shares how he turned his passion for working with leather into a successful business that makes and sells high end custom watch straps to celebrities, athletes, and watch strap connoisseurs from around the world. You will learn how the tools needed to work with leather, where to source materials, and actionable steps to start working with leather today!
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TandyLeatherFactory.com – Great resource for free instructional videos and to purchase leather crafting tools
Tandy Leather Tools on Amazon
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Tools to get started working with leather
- Tandy Leather Scratch Awl Set – $30
- Tandy Rawhide Mallet – $37.00
- Leather Hides – $39
- Leather Over Stitcher Wheel – $57
Connect with Rob!
The StrapSmith on Facebook
The StrapSmith on Twitter
The StrapSmith on Pinterest
The StrapSmith on Youtube
Websites Mentioned
TheStrapSmith.com – Rob's watch strap business
DIY Inspiration Post – How a hobby will have a positive impact on your life
Tool Recommendations
Need more ideas on tools to get started with your do it yourself projects? Just check out my resources page to see all the tools I use and recommend!
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