Leather goods makers make and repair leather articles such as handbags,
wallets, gloves, belts, harnesses and saddlery (horse riding equipment).
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Specialisation:Saddler (Saddle Maker)
Leather goods makers may
specialise in saddlery, harnesses and horse blankets, footwear, hats, whips,
clothing, upholstery or special leather goods.
Knowledge, Skills and Attributes
enjoy practical and manual
activities
good hand-eye coordination
able to perform detailed work.
Hand-Eye Coordination and
Manual Dexterity
Organisation Skills
Problem Solving Skills
Strong Attention to Detail
Time Management
Duties & Tasks
Leather goods makers may perform the following tasks:
select suitable types and grades of leather
draw patterns
cut leather to size and shape using special
cutting machines called 'clicking' and 'skiving' machines
join pieces together with rivets, threads
or adhesives
sew by hand using needles
fill saddles and collars with hair or flock
(stuffing)
attach buckles, eyelets and metal
decorations, and emboss decorative patterns
finish products with stain, dye, polish or
coats of lacquer
Design patterns for boots, tents and other
leather and canvas products by implementing design ideas
Fabricate products by cutting, sewing, gluing and
bonding different sections of canvas and leather to make tents, awnings,
rugs, etc.
Mould, shape and line leather and canvas pieces
using hand tools and machines
Repair damaged or broken leather and canvas goods
and alter individual pieces
Use a variety of tools such as hammers, sewing
machines and adhesive materials to create and repair products
Use patterns, drawing and specifications to
prepare leather, canvas and other similar materials needed for making
products
Work with customers on specialised requests and
orders as well as large commercial orders, processing payments and
understanding specifications of orders
Working conditions
Canvas and Leather Goods Makers typically work
regular Monday to Friday hours, but may need to work evenings and weekends
in order to complete orders on time.
They typically work in workshops with a variety of
tools and machines to aid in canvas and leather work and production. They
must use upper arm strength to mould and shape materials.