Let's Make a Leather Tech Bag (for Cords and Cables)
We have used a small leather bag for our cords and cables for quite a while now, and we love it so much - especially since you can whip...
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georgiagirlstitches
- Apr 14
- 2 min
Card Slot Punches and Straight Punches
We recently got our straight punches in and since they are a staple in our workshop, we thought we would share some of the things we find...
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georgiagirlstitches
- Mar 11
- 2 min
Skiving Leather With A Hand Skiver
We recently added hand skivers to our website, so what better time to do a post dedicated to skiving? Skiving leather makes many people...
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georgiagirlstitches
- Feb 26
- 2 min
Making a Leather ID Lanyard
Lanyards are very handy for keeping up with work/school identification, hotel keys, and other cards. There are numerous patterns and...
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georgiagirlstitches
- Feb 24
- 3 min
Leather Straps: Weight/Thickness & Finishing Edges with Beveling & Burnishing
Leather straps are a great choice for both fabric bags and full leather totes alike. The most popular strap weight we sell are the 4-5...
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georgiagirlstitches
- Feb 8
- 2 min
Scrap Project: Making Leather Cord Keepers
If you work with leather, I am sure you are all too familiar with those tiny scraps that pile up. You know the ones - too small for a...
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georgiagirlstitches
- Feb 3
- 1 min
Burnishing Leather Edges
Finishing the edges of your leather can really enhance the overall look of your project. This can be done with edge paint, or you could...
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georgiagirlstitches
- Jan 24
- 1 min
Installing Button Studs
Button studs are a great alternative to snaps. Not only are they easy to install, but they have a nice, sleek appearance. Even...
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georgiagirlstitches
- Jan 21
- 3 min
Shaping Strap Ends Using Leather Punch Tools
Leather punches are great tools to use for leatherwork. They make quick work of cutting out shapes that would otherwise require a fair...
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georgiagirlstitches
- Jan 14
- 1 min
Setting Spring Snaps with Basic Setting Tools or a Press
Spring snaps are used frequently in bag making, so we thought we would share a tutorial on how to install snaps. Here we will cover two...
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georgiagirlstitches
- Dec 21, 2022
- 2 min
Making a Leather Tassel (Video Tutorial)
Leather tassels are a great way to add a pop of color and a bit of pizzazz to a bag. I like to make small tassels to add on the zipper...
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georgiagirlstitches
- Dec 1, 2022
- 3 min
Making an Adjustable Strap with Leather Strap Ends
Webbing straps are extremely popular, and I love how they can be used to add pops of color to most bags. One thing I like to do when...
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georgiagirlstitches
- Nov 30, 2022
- 3 min
UPDATED Keychain Card Wallet (Now Includes Pattern Piece)
If you love our Keychain Card Wallet video tutorial, we have great news! We have created a template/pattern piece that can be used to...
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georgiagirlstitches
- Sep 7, 2022
- 2 min
FREE PDF Pattern: The Everyday Soft Tote
Looking for a cute but simple and practical sew? We've got you covered! The Everday Soft Tote is just as the name suggests - a soft...
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georgiagirlstitches
- Aug 15, 2022
- 4 min
Leather Scrap Packs: Great Way to Try A Variety of Leather Types
Do you have the desire to try leather on your projects, but don't know where to begin? Have you tried to shop for leather online but...
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georgiagirlstitches
- Aug 5, 2022
- 2 min
Olivia Carryall Tote - Add Clear Zipper Pocket
The Olivia is already loaded with pockets, but if you would like to add an additional large zipper pocket made with clear vinyl on the...
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georgiagirlstitches
- Jul 20, 2022
- 5 min
Olivia Carryall Tote Pattern
The Olivia Carryall Tote is taller version of a bag that I have carried and made for several years now. There are so many great things...
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georgiagirlstitches
- Jul 17, 2022
- 2 min
Lightweight Leather For Pocket Trim & Bag Accents
It's no secret how I feel about leather on handbags and totes. I think leather tidbits add just the right amount of flavor to bags - you...
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georgiagirlstitches
- Apr 27, 2022
- 1 min
FREE Keychain Card Holder Video Tutorial (Scrapbuster)
These simple keychain card holders are not only practical, but they take only a small amount of leather and time to make. You know I...
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georgiagirlstitches
- Apr 18, 2022
- 3 min
Rivets: Double-Cap Rivets, Rivet & Burrs, and Chicago Screws
If you have tried any of my patterns, you know I love rivets! There are numerous types of rivets that come in various finishes, shapes...
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