Frequently asked questions
How do I download this pattern?
The pattern is free. Press the download button under the description — 1 file (PDF, 468 KB) are saved as one ZIP archive. You can also download each file separately from the file list below.
How do I print the pattern at actual size?
The pattern is laid out on A4 paper — 2 pages. Print at 100% scale (“Actual size”) with “Fit to page” turned off, and check the test square or a piece dimension with a ruler before cutting.
Is this pattern good for beginners?
This is a medium-difficulty pattern: it helps to have made one or two simple pieces first — straight stitching and clean edges show here. The maker has a video tutorial you can follow step by step. For a first project, see Easy leather patterns for beginners.
What leather should I use?
These are usually made from firm veg-tan or combination-tanned leather 0.8–1.4 mm (2–3.5 oz) thick: it holds its shape and takes a clean burnished edge. Makers often give the exact thickness — check the description and notes on the pattern page.
Who made this pattern?
The maker is Zayd Atelier; the catalog has 2 patterns by this maker. The pattern belongs to the maker; links to their original video or shop, where known, are on this page.