Leather Braiding has stood for more than forty years as the definitive book in its field. Grant's clearly written guide to the art of leather braiding contains detailed illustrations, step-by-step instructions, and a wealth of incidental, fascinating information. It makes accessible, to even the novice, serviceable and recreational uses of leather, from the simple but clever braided button to the elaborate results of thong applique.
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50 of 51 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is pretty much as good as leather braiding instruction books get for people who want to make authentic, impressive, usable things, right now.
It describes and illustrates how to braid a range of items, plainly and clearly. The content is wider than it is deep (Grant later produced an encyclopedia that is exhaustive), but the items chosen are core items in the craft: belts, straps, handles, grips, decorative thongs, more.
Most items shown in the book you might see anyplace today, not common or rare, but probably admired. At least one item is from Conquistidor days, and is now seldom seen anyplace at all: you might have to go to a museum to see an original. The braid itself is simple and effective enough that it's a puzzle how it became rare. In this way, for tidbits of this sort, it is a neat book.
The illustrations are usual quality for 1940's craft articles, which is how the content was first published. This can surprise a modern eye, one used to the present efforts to make books buyer-attractive. But this too is authentic. Writing and content are fine, practical and direct. However, there is no hint of "tricking the process," as is sometimes seen now in instructions on how to do things. Mr. Grant goes straight to the method that a cowboy or outdoorsman, or the Lady of a working farm or ranch, might use to produce things better than, more beautiful than, or more suitable for use than what they could buy.
There is a low tool count, and a short materials list. Plain instructions for making or improvising tools unique to braiding and making leather lace are given. There is no cure, of course, for the acute shortage of cows and their hides seen now in the typical city, as compared to the mid-19th-century Texas Mr. Grant grew up in.
For a person who needed one braided item today, say to complement a basket or a box purse, or some themed item for a Western or outdoorsy room, and who also wanted to be able to say "I did that," this book is a good choice.
It is also a good choice for people who like books, on any subject, that won't sing or dance but which carry a full load of reliable information on their subject matter, and which are good either to give or to keep. Any copy of "Leather Braiding" that lasts long enough will find a friend.
It describes and illustrates how to braid a range of items, plainly and clearly. The content is wider than it is deep (Grant later produced an encyclopedia that is exhaustive), but the items chosen are core items in the craft: belts, straps, handles, grips, decorative thongs, more.
Most items shown in the book you might see anyplace today, not common or rare, but probably admired. At least one item is from Conquistidor days, and is now seldom seen anyplace at all: you might have to go to a museum to see an original. The braid itself is simple and effective enough that it's a puzzle how it became rare. In this way, for tidbits of this sort, it is a neat book.
The illustrations are usual quality for 1940's craft articles, which is how the content was first published. This can surprise a modern eye, one used to the present efforts to make books buyer-attractive. But this too is authentic. Writing and content are fine, practical and direct. However, there is no hint of "tricking the process," as is sometimes seen now in instructions on how to do things. Mr. Grant goes straight to the method that a cowboy or outdoorsman, or the Lady of a working farm or ranch, might use to produce things better than, more beautiful than, or more suitable for use than what they could buy.
There is a low tool count, and a short materials list. Plain instructions for making or improvising tools unique to braiding and making leather lace are given. There is no cure, of course, for the acute shortage of cows and their hides seen now in the typical city, as compared to the mid-19th-century Texas Mr. Grant grew up in.
For a person who needed one braided item today, say to complement a basket or a box purse, or some themed item for a Western or outdoorsy room, and who also wanted to be able to say "I did that," this book is a good choice.
It is also a good choice for people who like books, on any subject, that won't sing or dance but which carry a full load of reliable information on their subject matter, and which are good either to give or to keep. Any copy of "Leather Braiding" that lasts long enough will find a friend.
28 of 28 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Bought this at a Tandy store many years ago and had to replace it recently (made the "mistake" of loaning it out). I bought this instead of Encyclopedia of Rawhide and Leather Braiding. by Bruce Grant. While the other book may be good, the price tag made me balk and not being able to actually flip through it first made me wonder about if it was worth the money.
This was well worth it. I was able to take the techniques and use them to make a flail using both suede lace and plastic lace. The instructions are clear and concise. Instructions are given for many different projects.
If you do leatherwork, this is a good addition to your collection!
This was well worth it. I was able to take the techniques and use them to make a flail using both suede lace and plastic lace. The instructions are clear and concise. Instructions are given for many different projects.
If you do leatherwork, this is a good addition to your collection!
44 of 49 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Lots of projects, assumes no previous skill. Great illustrations for people who don't like to read directions.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
I learned from this book
It is hard to find good leather work books. This one is very good for beginners and old timers as well. Some things were easy to understand and some took a little work.
Published 3 months ago by Nancy
Leather Braiding.
I was wanting to learn how to do leather braiding over wooden handles and such, so I started looking around for leather braiding books .. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Bound
leather braiding
Love this book, easy step by step instructions. I used the information in this book to make a paracord belt and it worked great. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Jimmy D. Brown
Not what it looked like.
When I purchased this book,and it was a hard bound book,I was under the impression that it would look like the picture that was used to promote the book. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Donald L. Eggler, Jr.
Leather Braiding
Decent book for certain types of leather braiding. =)Got this for my husband and he really enjoyed it. He said it wasn't as complete as he hoped it would be, but otherwise it's ok.
Published 9 months ago by Savanna
leather braiding
bought this for my grandson for the upcoming christmas....if he doesn't want it, i'll keep it. directions are detailed and explicit and there are many illustrations that are easy... Read more
Published 10 months ago by wall writer
Leather Braiding
I've read this book before from the public library.This copy came in fine condition and I am very happy to have it. I have already started a couple of projects. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Lobo
Awesome
This book is awesome. There are diagrams on almost every page. Its the best book ive ever gotten for my leatherwork.
Published 13 months ago by Channing M
Great purchase!
My husband hitch's horse hair and wanted to learn to braid it also. We couldn't find any good books on horse hair braiding so we purchased this book and it works great for both... Read more
Published 13 months ago by Close Encounter
Disappointing
I found the book to be limited in scope. For example, there are no instructions for the braid illustrated on the cover. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Elaine
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