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Discover 131 leathercraft tips to help you organize your workshop, price your products for profit, and craft pieces that rival luxury brands.

When I started in leathercraft, I did everything by guesswork. I priced my products by eye, and I didn't know how to find clients or how to create products that looked luxurious.

After years of learning from experienced craftsmen, spending tens of thousands of złoty on training, and making countless mistakes, I developed my own system. Thanks to it, I built Sobczuk Luxury Leather Goods — a brand whose bags sell for up to €2,300 ($2,650 USD) and are admired by clients and influencers worldwide. I have regular customers from Europe, the USA, Saudi Arabia, and Dubai.

In this e-book, I’ve gathered all the proven methods — from pricing and sales to machines, tools, and materials — so you don’t have to waste years and money figuring it out on your own.

Benefits of the eBook

  • You will learn which products to make first so you don’t waste time and money on unprofitable ideas.
  • You will learn how to accurately estimate costs — how to calculate all expenses and set prices to ensure every project is profitable.
  • You will learn effective ways to organize your workshop, eliminate chaos and procrastination, and work faster and with greater focus.
  • You will discover techniques and procedures that speed up production, reduce mistakes, and allow you to do more in less time.
  • You will learn which machines and tools to buy at the beginning, so you don’t overspend or regret your choices later.
  • You will learn practical sewing and finishing techniques that will make your products look truly luxurious.
  • You will learn the secrets of working with leather — how to recognize different types of tanning, care for your materials, and finish them to impress your clients.
  • You will learn how to photograph and film your products so they look professional and sell better.
  • You will understand how marketing really works — from acquiring customers to social media, influencer collaborations, and building your own online store.
  • You will get proven tips on selling and brand building, helping you keep your clients coming back and recommending you to others.
  • And much more!

Exclusive bonuses included with the e-book:

  • List of stores and suppliers where I personally buy materials and tools. Instead of spending weeks searching for suppliers and risking poor purchases, you’ll get a ready-made list of trusted sources — from leather and hardware to threads and machinery. These are the same suppliers I use to run my luxury leather goods brand.
  • Essential tools for getting started – my recommendations. As a bonus, I’ll show you which tools are truly essential and which can wait until later. This way, you won’t waste your budget on items that end up in a drawer, and you’ll be able to start working efficiently right away.
  • Examples of pricing with artificial intelligence. You’ll receive ready-to-use templates showing how to use AI to calculate costs and set prices. This tool helps you price your products faster and more accurately, ensuring consistent profits and satisfied customers.
  • Private Facebook group. You’ll also get access to a private Facebook group where you can ask me questions directly, get feedback, share experiences with other leathercraft enthusiasts, and find extra inspiration, tips, and solutions.
  • Free e-book updates. When you purchase the e-book now, you’ll receive all future updates for free. New content, improvements, and additional tips will be automatically added to your version at no extra cost.

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If I were to impart this knowledge to you during an in-person training session at my studio , the cost would be $1,405 ( £1,085 ) . That's the price for the years of experience, testing, mistakes, and investment that allowed me to create a luxury leather goods brand. You can now access the same knowledge — organized, tested, and presented in a simple, practical way — inside the e-book.
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Dobrze fajnie i prosto napisane

Lukasz Piotrowski
Kaletnictwo i biznes – 131 wskazówek o rzemiośle, marce i sprzedaży.pdf

Jest ok

Anonymous
Kaletnictwo i biznes – 131 wskazówek o rzemiośle, marce i sprzedaży.pdf
Polecam

Ta książka to obowiązkowa lektura dla każdego, kto chce nauczyć się kaletnictwa w obecnych czasach. Każdy rozdział daje dużo wiedzy – i tej praktycznej, i tej bardziej teoretycznej. Autor pokazuje też nowoczesne podejście, np. w rozdziale o SI, gdzie tłumaczy, jak sztuczna inteligencja może uprościć pracę!

Marianna P.
leathergoodsacademy
Jestem bardzo pozytywnie zaskoczony

Jestem bardzo pozytywnie zaskoczony. Nie spodziewałem się, że będzie to tak kompleksowe i wyczerpujące opracowanie na temat kaletnictwa. Twój e-book to zdecydowanie coś więcej niż tylko wprowadzenie do tematu. Ilość detali, ciekawostek i niszowych informacji naprawdę robi wrażenie. Uważam, że to najpełniejsze i najlepiej opracowane źródło wiedzy na temat kaletnictwa, jakie ukazało się do tej pory na polskim rynku w formie e-booka.
Szczególnie doceniam rozdział dotyczący przechowywania błamów i zawarte tam informacje na temat wilgotności, temperatury i innych parametrów okazały się bardzo pomocne.
Ogromny plus również za poruszenie tematu druku 3D. Rozdział o okuciach również dostarczył mi wielu przydatnych wskazówek i inspiracji. Twój e-book to dla mnie pozycja, do której na pewno będę wielokrotnie wracał, by na spokojnie przyswajać zawartą w nim wiedzę. Świetna robota - dziękuję

Mateusz K
leathergoodsacademy
Gratuluję!

Nareszcie jest książka, której brakowało w polskim świecie kaletnictwa! To świetnie przygotowane kompendium wiedzy – od wyboru materiałów i narzędzi, przez praktyczne techniki, aż po organizację pracy w warsztacie z której zaczerpnąłem najwięcej. Wszystko zebrane w jednym miejscu i podane w prosty, zrozumiały sposób.

Kamil Ś
leathergoodsacademy
Polecam

Ten e-book to kawał solidnej wiedzy, podanej w taki sposób, że nawet ktoś, kto nigdy wcześniej nie miał wiele wspólnego z kaletnictwem, z łatwością odnajdzie się w temacie. Pan Karol nie tylko zna się na rzemiośle, ale przede wszystkim potrafi tę wiedzę przekazać w praktyczny i przystępny sposób.

Jakub Z
leathergoodsacademy
Fajna książka

Mega wiedza

Tomasz K
Kaletnictwo i biznes – 131 wskazówek o rzemiośle, marce i sprzedaży.pdf
obszerna

to obszerny ebook który już wiem że mi pomoże jestem w trakcie czytania

Maksymilian
Kaletnictwo i biznes – 131 wskazówek o rzemiośle, marce i sprzedaży.pdf
jestem zadowolony

Jestem zadowolony ale zdarzają się literówki. pewnie poprawią w następnym wydaniu

Krystian
Kaletnictwo i biznes – 131 wskazówek o rzemiośle, marce i sprzedaży.pdf
Rewelacja!

Kupiłam ebooka wczoraj, i jestem bardzo zakoczona jego obszernością! jeszcze go nie przeczytałam, ale już wiem że będzie mi bardzo pomocny!

Alicja S
Kaletnictwo i biznes – 131 wskazówek o rzemiośle, marce i sprzedaży.pdf
Polecam

Zdążyłem przeczytać dwa wybrane tematy tj. 22 i 23 o ścieniarce i szarfiarce. Moja ścieniarka w końcu pracuje jak trzeba. Dobrze, że pojawiło się w końcu takie kompedium wiedzy z tej branży. Do tego napisane prostym językiem. Polecam.

Czarek K
Kaletnictwo i biznes – 131 wskazówek o rzemiośle, marce i sprzedaży.pdf

I highly recommend it to everyone.

Miriam B.
Kaletnictwo i biznes – 131 wskazówek o rzemiośle, marce i sprzedaży.pdf

I wish I had found this e-book earlier. I highly recommend it, and I'm already applying the knowledge in my workshop

Peter L.
Kaletnictwo i biznes – 131 wskazówek o rzemiośle, marce i sprzedaży.pdf

I'm very positively surprised I'm genuinely impressed. I didn't expect it to be such a comprehensive and in-depth guide to leathercraft. Your e-book is definitely much more than just an introduction to the subject. I believe it's the most complete and well-developed source of leathercraft knowledge ever published on the Polish market in the form of an e-book. For me, your e-book is something I'll definitely return to many times to fully absorb all the knowledge it contains. Thank you.

Mateusz K
Kaletnictwo i biznes – 131 wskazówek o rzemiośle, marce i sprzedaży.pdf

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Free Book Excerpt

Want to take a look inside before making a decision? I’ve prepared a free sample excerpt for you, which you can download by clicking here.

It will give you a glimpse into the book’s structure, writing style, and the kind of practical tips you’ll find inside. It’s a great way to see if this knowledge fits your needs and if it’s exactly what you’re looking for before getting the full version.

What’s inside the e-book?

How to make a frame for a doctor's bag?

In this e-book, you’ll learn a proven step-by-step method for building a durable frame for a doctor’s bag. You’ll discover which materials work best — steel, aluminum, or carbon — and how to bend a flat bar to achieve perfectly even angles. You’ll also learn how to ensure both strength and comfort. Simple yet effective tricks will help you avoid common mistakes and create a frame that will last for years.

How to Use AI in Leathercraft

I’ll show you how I used artificial intelligence to turn an ordinary, amateur photo into one that looks like it came straight from a professional studio. You’ll discover how a few simple tools can help you create high-end product photos—without costly photo sessions.

AI in Leather Product Design

Artificial intelligence today goes far beyond text and data analysis—it’s also a powerful tool for design. In this e-book, I’ll show you how a simple hand-drawn sketch of a doctor’s bag or even a photo can be turned into a professional illustration, ready to present to a client. With AI, you can quickly explore different design variations, test client reactions, and perfect your concept long before you touch the leather or pick up your tools.

How to Adjust a Bell Skiving Machine

This e-book is a practical guide to setting up a bell knife skiving machine. You’ll learn how to correctly select and adjust the blade, feed wheel, and presser foot, as well as how to use the sharpening stone properly. These techniques will help your machine run smoothly and ensure your leather edges are always even, clean, and professional—without unnecessary mistakes or material waste.

How to Identify Different Types of Leather

Not all leather is created equal. In this e-book, I explain how to tell different types apart—such as full-grain, corrected grain, nubuck, and suede—and how each affects the look, durability, and value of your product. You’ll also learn to recognize various finishes like Saffiano, natural, and embossed pebble, and understand why some leathers develop a beautiful patina over time while others remain perfectly uniform. With this knowledge, you’ll be able to choose materials more consciously and craft products that stand far above mass-produced leather goods.

Leather Stretch – The Secret to Long-Lasting Products

Just like fabric, every leather stretches more in one direction than the other. In this e-book, I explain why this matters so much during cutting. You’ll learn how to position your patterns so the bag keeps its shape, the handles don’t stretch out, and the bottom stays firm over time. It’s these subtle details that make a handcrafted product maintain its form and quality for years—outlasting anything made in mass production.

Which Sewing Machine Should You Start With?

This e-book offers a clear, practical guide to choosing your first sewing machine for leathercraft. I explain the differences between bottom, double, and triple feed, and when it’s worth considering a roller feed. You’ll find recommendations for the best beginner setup and learn when it makes sense to buy a Chinese-made machine versus an established brand. I’ve also included a checklist of what to inspect when purchasing a used model. With this knowledge, you’ll be able to choose the right machine for your needs and budget—without making costly mistakes.

Which Zipper Sliders Are Best for Premium Products—and Where to Buy Them

In this e-book, I cover the most trusted zipper brands used in luxury leather goods, explaining their differences and which sizes work best for wallets, everyday bags, and travel pieces—and why skimping on zippers is never worth it. You’ll learn when stoppers are absolutely essential and how to select the right ones, as well as why skipping them can lead to costly repairs later. I also provide clear diagrams for different configurations—closed-end, open-end, two-way, and tip—and a video tutorial showing how to finish a zipper neatly at a right angle. Finally, you’ll find direct links to recommended retailers where you can purchase all these components.

And much more!

In this e-book, I’ve gathered everything I once had to search for across dozens of sources. Inside, you’ll find links to proven products, plenty of photos and drawings illustrating techniques step by step, as well as videos and direct links to stores where you can buy the materials and tools I mention. Everything is in one place—saving you time and showing you exactly where to look.

This is real, workshop-tested knowledge: practical insights, techniques, and solutions that no search engine or artificial intelligence can replace.

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About the author

My name is Karol Sobczuk, and I’ve been working with leather since 2013. I began creating leather goods professionally in 2015—over a decade of hands-on practice, countless hours in the workshop, and constant refinement of my craft.

I’ve had the privilege of working in five different leather workshops across Poland and London, where I learned directly from experienced artisans and mastered techniques you won’t find online or in books.

Over the years, I’ve collaborated with well-known Polish brands such as Kazar, Gino Rossi, and Wojas, recognized for their strong presence in the domestic market. Today, I run my own brand — Sobczuk Luxury Leather Goods—with products reaching clients across Europe, the USA, Saudi Arabia, and Dubai. My work has been featured in mass media such as TVP and in the German magazine GOODLIFE, which dedicated an article to our craftsmanship.

Contents

Administration and logistics

1. What products to start with

2. Product pricing – how to calculate costs and set prices in leathercraft

Work organization and efficiency

3. Producing an extra piece for stock

4. Perfectionism is your enemy!

5. Procedures, are they worth it?

6. Do you get distracted while working? Try this solution.

7. Project organization

8. Using a cart to transport projects

9. A table of the right height

10. Whatever you do, always think about how to speed it up and improve it.

11. Cleaning for 15 minutes every time after finishing work

12. One day a week to do things in advance

13. Timing Everything

14. Dividing the work into parts

15. A method for organizing your workflow

16. Artificial intelligence in a leatherworker's workshop – how can it help?


About machines and their selection

17. What machine should you choose for starting out in leather goods?

18. Needle positioning, bartacking, thread cutting and programmer systems in sewing machines

19. How to take care of a sewing machine to avoid damaging it?

20. Want to grow your business? Don't overpay for machinery and tools!

21. Servo and 3-phase motors – how to convert a machine to single-phase

22. Skiving machine – which one to buy

23. Adjusting the Skimmer / Ripper

24. Hot stamping machine – how to choose?

25. Sewing machine with a knife for trimming excess leather

26. Strapping machine for cutting belts

27. Leather edge folding machine

28. What kind of press for dies?

29. Modifying presser feet for sewing


Workshop tools, devices and tricks

30. Self-healing mats / orthopedic plates - for cutting

31. Multitool (Dremel) – one of the most necessary tools in the workshop

32. Beveling – removing excess leather along the stitch line.

33. Neodymium magnets – applications

34. Electric edge creaser made from a soldering iron

35. Bag clips

36. Making molds and rivet setters from epoxy putty

37. Skiving from the grain side – a mistake I often see even among experienced craftsmen

38. Clicker Knife

39. Shadow Board

40. Apron with tools

41. Anti-slip rulers

42. Anti-slip stencils

43. Industrial stapler for bag edges

44. Machine guide, what is it and which one to choose?

45. A way to set up a camera tripod so that it takes up less space

46. ​​Rubber hammer instead of steel hammer

47. Cutting dies – welded, in plywood, in acrylic

48. Make dies for every element of your project!

49. Storing leather

50 Making a frame for a doctor’s bag

51. Setting the thread tension on a sewing machine

52. Printing sewing tools and feet on a 3D printer

53. Making holes even easier


Sewing, finishing and improvements

54. Leather stretch – why it matters during cutting

55. Butt, belly, shoulder, and back – the parts of a hide

56. Shaping (cutting off the corners of the reinforcing tab with zigzag scissors or a knife)

57. Zipper stoppers. Is this necessary?

58. Slider types and their configurations:

59. End of the zipper tape – aesthetic finish at a right angle

60. Piping – what you should know about it

61. Gluing zippers (with brass, plastic, or no guide)

62. Hand vs. Machine Sewing – Differences and Applications

63. Dust bags for handbags – a small detail that makes a big difference

64. Round handles – what’s inside?

65. Securing the thread - How to do it?

66. Using double-sided tape instead of glue

67. Placing cardboard under the foot

68. Steel ruler as a stiffener in a bag

69. Metal saw blade as a stiffener in products

70. Cutting several linings at once

71. Butcher's Glove – a must-have tool in the workshop!

72. Edge thinning in wallets

73. T-slot wallets – with or without polyester lining

74. Using a silver pen or dermatograph

75. Securing with tape elements that may tear the lining

76. Forming before shipment

77. Ironing the product before shipping

78. Types of leather and their care – is it always worth it?

79. Using needle spray on a sewing machine

80. Decorative filler on products


Gluing and preparation

81. Adhesives and application methods

82. Preparing the surface for gluing

83. Using crepe rubber

84. Cascade gluing. What is it?


Design and templates

85. Making templates and forms – manually and on the computer

86. Cutting from templates instead of tracing

87. Always make templates – you will speed up production

88. Marking control points on dies

89. Measuring arcs/circumferences on templates – how to do it correctly

90. Embossing customer initials on finished products. How to do it perfectly?


Edge finishing

91. Different methods of finishing edges

92. Painting with edge paint, what do I use?

93. Dyepen - What is it and why is it worth it?

94. Drying the painted edges

95. Vegetable-tanned, chrome-tanned, and mixed leathers – what’s the difference?

96. How to recognize the type of tanning

97. Tanning, dyeing and finishing of leather

98. Types of leather finishes

99. Making holes for hand sewing. What tools should I use?

100. Hand sewing threads

101. Machine sewing threads

102. Markings on boxes of machine sewing needles - how to read them?

103. Selection of needles and threads for leather goods in machine sewing

104. Types of needle heads in machine sewing

105. Hand sewing needles

106. Linings – types and selection

107. Leather reinforcements and stiffening

108. Sliders - which are the best and where to buy them?

109. One color sliders

110. Fittings – which ones to use

111. CITES – What is it and why is it important?


Photos and videos

112. Do it yourself or commission the photos?

113. What camera and lens to use for photos?

114. How to edit photos – colors, shape, background

115. Professional Sketch with Artificial Intelligence

116. Photography Tips – White Background, Accessories, Bokeh White Background

117. Editing reels – how to do it and in which programs


Marketing and sales

118. Free way to acquire customers

119. Referral Marketing

120. Affiliate Marketing – How It Works and How to Use It in Leathercraft

121. Aesthetics is all you have! How to achieve the WOW effect

122. Instagram – short content, but daily

123. Collaborating with influencers – what you need to know

124. Your own online store or marketplace sales?

125. What a perfect online store should include and what to aim for

126. UX, CX, What is it and why is it so important?

127. The "good enough" philosophy: Give what the customer will pay for.

128. Boxes with logo

129. Email Marketing – How to Build a Customer Database from Day One

130. Sales Skills – Why Are They So Important?

131. Where to Start a Store? Don't Make the Same Mistake I Did

Bonus: Shops and wholesalers I shop at and recommend

1. Essential tools to get started

2. Bonus - Recommended shops and suppliers

3. Product pricing with artificial intelligence

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Frequently asked questions
Can I return a purchased ebook?

Yes, you can return it within 14 days.
Can the e-book be printed?

The e-book can be easily printed on a standard A4 printer. When printed double-sided, the entire book will fit on 131 sheets of paper.
Can I receive a VAT invoice?

Invoice yes, but without VAT, because I am not an active VAT payer.
What format is the E-book available in?

The e-book is available in PDF format and its weight is 124 MB.
Is it safe to provide sensitive card information?

Payments in my store are just as secure as on Allegro – they are powered by Shopify Payments, a certified operator compliant with the highest PCI DSS security standard . Your card details are encrypted and processed exclusively by the payment provider; the store does not access or store them. The connection is SSL/HTTPS protected, and transactions are secured with 3-D Secure. You can conveniently pay with Card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay – quickly, securely, and with complete peace of mind.
Is a password required to open the e-book?

No, the e-book is not password-protected . However, each copy contains a unique license number encoded in the file that protects the copyright of its creator.
Can I send an e-book to another person?

Unfortunately, no – purchasing the e-book includes a single-user license. If you'd like to give it to someone as a gift, please email me and I'll prepare a suitable version. You can also purchase a group license, for example, for employees.
Will the e-book be updated?

Yes, the e-book will be updated periodically , and you'll still be able to download it with each new version. You'll also be notified by email about major updates.
How to launch an e-book?

To run the e-book, simply install the free Adobe Acrobat Reader on your Windows computer or Android phone (download it here) . On Mac computers and Apple devices, the e-book will open automatically in the Books app, without the need to install any additional software. The file can also be read on e-book readers like the Amazon Kindle .
How long will I have access to the E-book?

Once you download the e-book, you can use it without any time limits. The download link will remain active for at least 12 months from the date of purchase, ensuring you always have time to download it. If you would like to download it after this time, please contact me at kontakt@sobczukbags.com, and I will resend it to you.