Calf Vegetable Tanned Leather, 0.9 - 1.0 mm thick

Perfect for my A6 journal

I’ve used this leather for a trifold A6 journal and I’m so happy with it. I keep getting compliments on it and people can’t believe it’s handmade (if you’re browsing because you intend to make a journal with this leather, do it, it’s not difficult! I even sew a pocket and I’m terrible at that). I used this thickness because I was going for something malleable and I love it for my small A6 journal, which was inspired by Louise Carmen and those are thinner. I’ve placed my third order today, this time a thicker leather to make an A5 journal, this time inspired by Paper Republic. It’ll be a present for my fiancé for our 5 year anniversary. I just wanted to say that it’s been 1 month since I made my journal and it’s already developing a gorgeous patina. It feels so personal to me! I used the red leather. They’ve always been super fast shipping the items I’ve ordered every time, even though I use the Free Delivery option (kinda broke atm so I’m practicing patient, although sometimes it’s hard to wait to receive my leather!). I’m happy to support this incredible family run business, you’re the best. Thank you!

BEWARE OF SURFACE COATINGS

I emailed Leather4Craft before purchase about dying this leather and I was assured that it will readily accept dyes. IT DOES NOT. I have tried using a quality commercial bookbinding dye, which I know works, but the dye is not taken in to the leather and instead just streaks and dries on the surface . This leather must have some surface coating preventing absorbtion of the dye. Thankfully, I only bought a small piece of leather as a trial.

Perfect fast delivery this leather is perfect for my miniture dolls shors