Leather patterns with snap
Here you’ll find leather patterns with snap — everything you need to make one by hand. This collection has 12 patterns from 10 makers: 10 are free to download and 6 come with a video tutorial. By difficulty: 2 easy, 3 medium and 7 hard; 11 print on A4 paper at home.
Frequently asked questions
Can I download these patterns for free?
10 of 12 are free to download right from the pattern page. The other 2 are on the makers’ sites: we don’t host them and link to the maker instead — free or to their shop.
Which pattern should a beginner start with?
Start with the easy ones: Tenar Belt Key Holder and Torva Keychain. Small projects with few pieces are the easiest way to learn even stitching and edge finishing.
Are there video tutorials?
Yes, 6 of 12 come with the maker’s video tutorial, which you can watch right on the pattern page. For example: Michaela Bag, Tenar Belt Key Holder and Kinsey Mini Bag.
How do I print a pattern at actual size?
Paper sizes: A4 — 11, Letter — 1. 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?
The body is usually cut from 1.4–2 mm (3.5–5 oz) leather, handles and straps from firmer 2.5–3.5 mm (6–9 oz) leather. Makers often give the exact thickness — check the description and notes on the pattern page.
What language are the instructions in?
Instruction languages: English — 9, Russian — 3. 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.