【Free Pattern】Leather Crafting: Making a Premium Mouse Pad

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In this video, I’m crafting a mouse pad that will upgrade your desk setup.

For this project, I used embossed cowhide for the surface for smooth mouse movement, and pigskin suede for the back to prevent slipping. By inserting a 1.3mm stiffener inside, the mouse pad gains a nice 3D structure rather than being completely flat, giving it a sophisticated, professional look.

This is a relatively simple project, perfect for beginners! I am providing the pattern for free for a limited time, so please give it a try.

【Download the Free PDF Pattern here】
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kCnEpadrqiVE0PSPNj8Ereqic5ls7JJS/view?usp=sharing

【Materials used】
・Surface: Embossed Cowhide
・Back: Pigskin Suede
・Stiffener: 1.3mm
Feel free to experiment with your favorite colors and leather combinations!

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This is a list of the tools and materials used in this video.

Note for international viewers: These links are for Amazon Japan. If you are outside Japan, please search for these items on your local Amazon using the product names provided below.

■ Pattern Making

Cardstock / Heavy Paper (A4 size)
https://amzn.to/4mBtyTI
I mainly use this for my patterns. Please check if your home printer can handle this weight before buying in bulk.

Cardstock / Heavy Paper (A3 size)
https://amzn.to/4dJe9y9
While I provide A4-tiled versions for bags, printing in A3 is much more efficient if your printer supports it.

Label Stickers (A4)
https://amzn.to/4emMzH5
If printing directly onto heavy paper is difficult, I recommend printing onto these stickers and then applying them to the cardstock.

3M Spray Adhesive 55
https://amzn.to/4cuNPpi
Convenient for sticking regular paper to cardstock. Be careful with water-based glues as they can cause paper shrinkage; if using glue, choose a spray type or rubber cement.

■ Cutting & Finishing

Cutting Mat (Vinyl Board)
https://amzn.to/4dPjeVD
Essential for cutting and punching. I recommend a non-beveled type if you work near the edge of your desk.

Utility Knife (OLFA)
https://amzn.to/41zFL1u
Simple, lightweight, and very easy to handle. I highly recommend using "Black Blades" for superior sharpness.
Replacement Black Blades: https://amzn.to/41BYoln

Tokonole (Burnishing Cream)
120g: https://amzn.to/429Sjg4
500g: https://amzn.to/4tMoHBl
Used for finishing edges of veg-tanned leather. It provides a beautiful, solid gloss.

Tokofinish (Edge Finisher)
https://amzn.to/3OGVnNJ
Lighter consistency than Tokonole. It leaves a more natural, subtle finish.

Glass Burnisher
https://amzn.to/3Q29LAC
Used for smoothing the flesh side of the leather or as a base for hand-skiving.

■ Shinwa Steel Rulers

I use Shinwa precision rulers for all my work.
15cm Ruler: https://amzn.to/4vxfGOg
Maneuverable and perfect for measuring skiving widths.
30cm (Thin & Flexible): https://amzn.to/4swaasB
Easy to align with cut lines.
30cm (Wide & Rigid): https://amzn.to/4sBrE6L
Provides stability for high-tempo cutting.
60cm / 1m / 1.5m:
Convenient for cutting long straps and large bag parts.

■ Adhesives

Rubber Cement / Contact Cement
Best for parts to be stitched. Apply to both sides and bond once semi-dry.
Three-Dine: https://amzn.to/4sGiaXX
Sandine 406 (Bulk): https://www.ohtoito.com/products/detail.php?product_id=15472

PVA / Water-based Glue
Used for permanent bonding or folded edges (Herikaeshi).
Cybinol 600: https://amzn.to/4tS6mTy
Cybinol DB153A (Bulk): https://www.ohtoito.com/products/detail.php?product_id=5239

Feel free to ask in the comments if you have any questions about the tools!

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