LEATHER

I would recommend Al Stohlman’s three set books on making leather cases. Available via Amazon.com, etc.

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You can’t go wrong taking Toolz advice. I dabble in making leather box’s and quivers and Al Stohlman’s books are a great source of info

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I do a lot of leatherworking (more than my woodworking at the moment) and Al Stohlman’s books are great. I would be glad to talk you through any questions you have while making this. Here is a basic site for materials/supplies http://www.tandyleatherfactory.com/ though a well stocked craft store may have what you need too.

If you use vegetable tanned leather (like a saddle) you could mold it to the shape of the pen. Chrome tanned leather (like a leather jacket or furniture) would make a nice soft case. Hand stitching something this small is not difficult you just need to address the edges (smoothing, covering or lacing over). Vegetable tanned would need to be stained (I have heard people use the woodworking gel stains with success) while the chrome tanned is pre-colored. Be careful dabbling with leather as it can quickly become another hobby mouth to feed!

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