by Anon (Author)
This antique book contains a detailed and accessible guide to the creation of ornaments using the medium of leather. Concerning itself primarily with the creation of floral ornaments and designs, this is a great handbook for those interested in decorative leatherwork and will be of considerable value for both the amateur and seasoned leatherworker alike. Chapters included in this text are: 'The Materials', 'Leather', 'Directions for Making the Leaves', 'To Harden Them', 'To Stain Them', 'To Make Stems', 'To Make Tendrils', 'Grapes', 'To Ornament The Frame', 'The proper Kind of Frames to Procure', 'Watch Stands', 'The White Lily', 'Fuchsia', 'Brackets', and many more. This text has been elected for modern republication due to its educational value, and is proudly republished now complete with its original illustrations and a new introduction to the subject.
Number of Pages: 100
Dimensions: 0.24 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: October 06, 2008
