Description
Embracing both practical and leisurely pursuits, this literary masterpiece demystifies leather craftsmanship, empowering even the most-inexperienced enthusiasts to fashion an array of utilitarian and ornamental wonders. From the ingenious braided button to the awe-inspiring masterpieces of thong applique, the book showcases a vast array of techniques suitable for novices and experts alike. Delving deeper, it presents a captivating historical panorama of leather's enduring significance in society, explores the indispensable tools of the trade in a dedicated chapter, and provides an indispensable glossary of terms to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter. With its profound depth and comprehensive scope, Leather Braiding remains an indispensable companion for anyone seeking mastery in this age-old art form.
About the Author
Bruce Grant has been a film and theatre critic, foreign correspondent, public intellectual, academic, diplomat and government adviser, and is the author of ten works of non-fiction, six novels, essays and short stories. He was Australian High Commissioner to India (197376), Consultant to the federal Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Gareth Evans (198891) a member of the councils of Monash and Deakin universities, chairman of the Australia-Indonesia Institute, Australian Dance Theatre, and the Victorian Premier's literary awards, and president of Melbourne's international film festival, and the Spoleto festival, which became Melbourne's international arts festival.
Book Information
ISBN 9780870330391
Author Bruce Grant
Format Paperback
Page Count 192
Imprint Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Publisher Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Weight(grams) 59g