Wallets are one of the main accessories. It helps to store funds, payment and discount cards in one place. The most popular products are made from genuine leather, which are distinguished by their high quality and long service life. This wallet also stands out for its price: not everyone can afford to buy a leather accessory. Using a few skills, you can make a leather wallet yourself. We'll tell you how to make an interesting model with your own hands.
Preparatory process
The initial stage is the preparation of the necessary materials and tools. Leather fabric is suitable as the main material for use. It can be purchased at a specialized store or studio. When choosing a color scheme, be guided by personal preferences or the wishes of a loved one if the wallet is made as a gift.
Materials and tools:
- leather material;
- cardboard or paper;
- pencil;
- ruler;
- scissors;
- awl (a punch will also work);
- stationery knife;
- glue;
- threads;
- needle;
- accessories (buttons, zippers).
Depending on the choice of style and progress of work, other tools may be used in the process. For example, a hammer or a sewing machine.
After the necessary preparations, you can begin the technological process.
Advice: The cut-off top of leather boots is suitable as the main material.
This will help you save personal finances and find a use for old shoes or other items hidden in your wardrobe.
Types of wallets
Choosing a model takes a significant part of the time. The complexity and duration of the work depend on the style of wallet selected for production.
The first option stands out for its elegant appearance, special attractiveness and restraint at the same time. This wallet is suitable as a gift for both men and women. It is spacious and has a large number of additional pockets and compartments.
A small model will appeal to a girl or a young princess. Despite its small size, the accessory is quite spacious. Has a romantic appearance. When preparing a gift for a little girl, the back of the product can be decorated with stickers or rhinestones.
The third option is small in size, quite miniature and roomy. This wallet is suitable as a gift for a girl.
Advice: In preparation, you can create individual patterns.
Such an accessory will stand out not only with its attractive appearance and high quality, but also with its uniqueness and originality.
Step-by-step manufacturing instructions
It is recommended to use the patterns of the first option as a basis.This style is stylish and versatile at the same time, which means it is suitable for girls and young men.
The product pattern is made on cardboard or paper. Using a pencil and a ruler, we draw the necessary blanks presented in the pattern examples. Cut it out and transfer it to the material. Using a cutter, we cut out the finished parts from leather. All samples are ready for further work.
Attention! Before carrying out work procedures, the surface of the skin should be thoroughly cleaned of dirt, stains and dust.
First part of the workpiece
First of all, you can make pockets for storing documents or payment cards. To do this, we place pocket blanks.
We carefully glue the side and bottom edges with glue. When working with glue, make sure that the tool does not leak out from under the material and stain the parts. After processing the edges, tap the edges several times with a rubber hammer so that the glue firmly fixes the sides of the material.
On the resulting pockets we mark the location of the seams, which will help make several small indentations. A simple pencil is suitable for this.
Carefully mark the outline for two or three pockets. According to the markings, we punch holes for the seam using an awl or a line punch. The parts need to be sewn with a saddle stitch. Storage pockets are ready.
Along the edges we glue the blank to the main part of the wallet (the location depends on personal preference). The edges of the accessory have a rounded end. You can use a utility knife here. Mark the position of the seam with a pencil and make holes with a punch. We sew it carefully.
One half of the wallet is ready.
Important: Make sure that the distance from the edge is identical on all sides.
The second part of the workpiece
On the other half it is recommended to make two pockets for storing paper bills. You can make a small cut along the edge of the middle of the base for more comfortable removal of funds.
We place the blanks on the second half of the product, trying on their location and the distance between them.
Assembly
Glue the bottom part along the edges and tap it several times with a rubber hammer.
Glue the second piece on top. We go around the edges with a hammer. For greater capacity, you can make three or more pockets. We round the edges with a stationery knife.
On the sides we mark the outline of the stitching with a pencil. We process it with a punch. Carefully place the stitches.
The wallet is ready to use. In addition, you can make loops in the middle part where the handle will be located. In the center of the base you can make a label with a button that will close the product. In this case, we attach a button on one side, and on the other we sew a label with a rivet head. The fastening itself should be installed before the pockets are glued.
Making Tips
Several additional recommendations will help in correctly carrying out the technological process.
- At the end of the manufacturing process, it is recommended treat the outside of the wallet with water-repellent impregnation. This will help protect the stylish accessory from aggressive environmental influences.
- A soap solution is suitable for cleansing the surface of the skin.. When working, use a soft foam sponge and warm water. It should be remembered that leather cannot be washed. When processed in a washing machine, the material becomes very wrinkled and may begin to crack, which will lead to a loss of attractive appearance.
- To make the edges take a rounded shape, you can use a coin. To do this, place the coin on the edge and carefully cut off the excess with a utility knife.
- The choice of sewing threads should be approached with special diligence. You should choose natural materials. For example, linen will do. It is characterized by elasticity and durable texture.
- When making a female version of the product, the edges can be left sharp. For additional decoration, special small overlays are suitable, which are attached with glue. Overlays in the shape of lace or flowers look especially romantic.
- A smart addition to the men's version of the wallet would be a handle located on the side.. A special lace is suitable for this, which can be purchased at a specialized store or studio. The lace should be sewn on before the pockets are glued and the edges are sewn.
A wallet is important for every person. It not only helps in storing cash and various cards, but can emphasize the status and sense of style of its owner. Products made from genuine leather stand out among others for their elegance and relevance, regardless of fashion trends. Using several methods, you can make such an accessory yourself. It is suitable for personal use or as an expensive gift.
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