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* protective faces for [[clamps]] or other metal tools touching wood
* protective faces for [[clamps]] or other metal tools touching wood
* ...or [https://www.instructables.com/id/7-Scrap-Leather-Projects/ many other projects!]
* ...or [https://www.instructables.com/id/7-Scrap-Leather-Projects/ many other projects!]
== Further Reading ==
* [http://www.lederhaus.de/wissen/lederkunde.php ''Lederhaus: Wissen Lederkunde (DE)'']




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Revision as of 21:31, 29 April 2020

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Leather

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Synonyms: DE: Leder
Suggested Tools: hole punches, punch pliers,
laser cutter

Leather is made out of animal skin. It is available in different colors and as full-grain or smooth leather (DE: Rau- und Glattleder). It can be used for e.g. sewing and for cutting or engraving with a laser cutter.

There are also synthetic "leathers" mimicking this material's properties.

Shaping

Leather can be cut with a laser cutter but you will end up with charred edges. Soaking the piece in warm water immediately afterwards is supposed to improve the look and smell of these burnt areas [1].

Ideas for Scraps

After most leather projects you'll end up with a bunch of small leftover pieces. Don't just throw those away! You could make...

Further Reading