THE HISTORY OF TOOLING LEATHER
Leather, one of the earliest materials known to mankind, has played a crucial role in the development of civilization. Among various leatherworking techniques, tooling leather stands out for its unique combination of artistry and practicality. Tooling leather is also referred to as leather carving or leather stamping and is the process where designs are created by cutting, stamping, punching or carving the leather’s surface.
The art of tooling leather traces its roots back to ancient times. Early civilizations in Egypt, Rome and Greece used this craft, adorning
