Tanning leather hides the old-fashioned way is a laborious process. High-quality leather goods are made from full-grain raw hides tanned with oils drawn from vegetables, tree bark and nuts. The ...
In this article, I’ll continue my series on useful items to make with home-tanned leather (see “How to Tan a Deer Hide,” “How to Make Your Own Moccasins,” and “Craft Your Own Coonskin Cap“) by ...