Leather possesses so much creative potential, particularly for everyday use and carry items that work well with a long-lasting and rugged masculine aesthetic.
And? It's not hard to get started, but does require a few specialty tools; those that sorta bridge the gap betweenthe garage toolbox and traditional sewing kit.
Jessyratfink, a staff maker at Instructables.com, offers a great overview for getting started. It's a series of posts dedicated to techniques - the tools, cutting, folding, gluing, stitching, burnishing, dying, etc - so each process is presented in digestible chunks that allow you to learn about what's really going on.
The series culminates in a simple project - this basic card-holder style wallet. Get the links to all the articles at her collection:
Beginner's Guide to Leatherworking [Instructables.com]