The Guild discovered a different dimension of leathercraft with inverted tooling! This technique creates designs that appear recessed in the leather, using beveling and shading to add depth and definition to every detail. By changing how you approach the edges of your design, you can achieve a distinctive look that’s especially striking in floral patterns, lettering, and decorative borders. Whether you’re trying inverted tooling for the first time or refining your skills, it’s a creative way to expand your tooling techniques and give your next project a fresh look!

Thank you, Master Craftsman James (Bob) Keeney.