Leather Craft Guide

Are you curious about how leather handbags are made and the fine details that go into making a leather bag? Are you interested in learning more about leather types, edge painting finishes or want to better understand the leather craft world? This Leather Craft Guide page will help answer those questions and teach you some interesting facts about leather. 

How to Care for Leather

We all love our leather bags and want them to last. There are a variety of things you can do to preserve your leather bags, however the longevity of a leather bag comes down to these three things.

Understanding Leather

Behind The Scenes of Making Leather Bags Part  1

Artist Lisa Ramos takes readers through the process of managing a small batch of one of a kind production through a journal and a variety of visual experiences making the MONOLISA Tote Bag Collection.

Behind The Scenes of Making Leather Bags - Part 2 

Handbag Artist Lisa Ramos shows readers how she hand makes leather bags through a variety of photos, videos, her schedule and a few lessons learned along the way.

All About Edge Painting

Learn the details about leather edge painting finishes and how artisans do this difficult skill set practiced throughout the world. 

Behind the Scenes - Making Leather Flowers

Handbag Artist Lisa Ramos gives readers a sneak peak into how she makes leather flower elements for the MONOLISA Handbag Collection.

Lessons I Learned in Leather Craft - Favorite Tools & Resources

Artist Lisa Ramos is sharing some of her favorite equipment, useful tools, leather craft teachers, and other resources, which have added tremendous value to her leather craft profession.