STEP ONE: WET THE LEATHER WITH WATER using a sponge or spray bottle.
Note: leather should be moist, not soggy.

STEP TWO: STAMP THE BORDER DESIGN FIRST, then add a center design.

Border Ideas:
1. Repeat tool impression.
2. Alternate two tools.
3. Stamp the tool upside down.
4. Turn tool sideways.
5. Stagger tool.
6. Combination pyramid pattern.

STEP THREE: ADD COLORS AND SEALER by using cova paint, paint markers, antique stain or dyes. ALWAYS apply a sealer (Leather Shene).

STEP FOUR: ASSEMBLY. Do stitching / lacing. Add beads and keepsakes.