# Minimalist leather patterns

Here you’ll find minimalist leather patterns — everything you need to make one by hand. This collection has 3 patterns from 3 makers: all are free to download and 1 comes with a video tutorial. By difficulty: 1 easy and 2 medium; all print on A4 paper at home.

## Frequently asked questions

### Can I download these patterns for free?

Yes, all 3 patterns are free to download: PDF and other files are right on each pattern page.

### Which pattern should a beginner start with?

Start with the easy ones: [Minimalist Card Holder](https://www.leathercompass.com/en/p/eleana-workshop/card-wallet/). Small projects with few pieces are the easiest way to learn even stitching and edge finishing.

### Are there video tutorials?

Yes, 1 of 3 come with the maker’s video tutorial, which you can watch right on the pattern page. For example: [Minimalist Card Holder](https://www.leathercompass.com/en/p/eleana-workshop/card-wallet/).

### How do I print a pattern at actual size?

Paper sizes: A4 — 3. 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.

### 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.

### What language are the instructions in?

Instruction languages: English — 2, Russian — 1. Even without the language you can follow the drawings and video tutorial, and titles and descriptions on the site are translated into English, Russian and Spanish.


## Patterns

- [Minimalist Card Holder](https://www.leathercompass.com/en/p/eleana-workshop/card-wallet/) — Eleana Workshop · Card holders · easy · video
- [Nolira Tote](https://www.leathercompass.com/en/p/lavantia-leather-atelier/shoper/) — Lavantia Leather Atelier · Bags · medium
- [Oren Glasses Case](https://www.leathercompass.com/en/p/myakova-remen/futlyar-dlya-ochkov/) — Myakova Remen · Cases & sleeves · medium