Leather Goods Maker

Description

Fabricates and repairs leather articles, such as wallets, cases, harnesses and saddlery.

Description

Prepare patterns and materials to fabricate and repair garments, shoes, furniture coverings and other fabric, leather and canvas goods.

Tasks include

• Selects and prepares leather materials for fabrication and repair
• Cuts, shapes and moulds leather articles according to patterns
• Assembles leather pieces using stitching, gluing and other techniques
• Adds decorative elements to leather articles, such as embossing or engraving
• Repairs damaged leather articles, and applies finishes and polishes
• Inspects finished leather articles for quality
• Maintains and cleans leatherworking tools and equipment