Leathercraft
Vegetable-Tanned Double-Shoulder Leather Hide — 7–8 oz Craft Hide
Product description
Product: An unfinished vegetable-tanned double-shoulder cowhide, approximately 7–8 ounces in weight. Sold as a single double-shoulder hide suitable for a range of leathercraft projects.
Materials and size: This hide is genuine cowhide, vegetable tanned and left unfinished for maximum customization. Typical area per hide is about 11 square feet, providing enough material for small-to-medium items while retaining a workable shape and thickness across most of the surface.
Intended uses: Ideal for making purses, cases, sheaths, lighter-weight belts and straps, and other small to medium leather goods. Its thickness supports tooling, carving and edge work without being excessively stiff.
Working the leather: The hide responds well to common techniques — it can be tooled, embossed, stamped, wet-molded and dyed. Because it arrives unfinished, you can dye, oil, burnish and finish it to match your project’s requirements.
Sustainability note: These hides are a natural product and are sourced as a by-product of the existing meat industry. Using the hides for leathercraft keeps them out of landfills and supports a more sustainable material lifecycle.
Brand and support: The product is offered by a company experienced in leathercraft supplies, with kits and learning materials available for beginners through seasoned artisans who want to refine their skills.
Pros
- Durable vegetable-tanned cowhide with good tooling response
- Versatile for tooling, molding, stamping and dyeing
- Approximately 11 sq ft per double-shoulder hide
Cons
- May show natural blemishes or minor discoloration
- Occasional edge holes or irregular shape
- Unfinished—requires finishing steps for final projects
VerdictThis vegetable-tanned double shoulder is a solid choice for makers seeking a dependable, workable hide. At 7–8 oz it balances firmness for tooling with enough pliability for molding and wearable goods. Expect natural marks and occasional edge irregularities, but overall it performs well for stamping, carving, dyeing and stitching. Good for hobbyists and professionals who want a versatile, sustaina
Reviews
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S.A. 5/5
Excellent value and size
Nice hide with good appearance and ample surface area. I plan to buy more.
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Gerry hicks 5/5
Good deal
Item matched the description. Satisfied and will order again; I’ve recommended it to friends.
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Micah Morton 5/5
Will repurchase
Received about 11 sq ft, very rectangular and no brands or discoloration. Two small edge holes but they’re usable.
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Mthielemann 4/5
Good quality overall
Acceptable quality with a small area of discoloration near an edge. Didn’t affect my work since I dyed it.
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Ytong-2013 5/5
As described
Very pleased — good size, arrived on time and only minor blemishes. Thank you.
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Victoria M Wilson 5/5
Exactly what I needed
Clean, well-sized hide that fit my project perfectly. No issues — I’ll be ordering another one.
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Vumen-X 5/5
Perfect for renaissance armor
Naturally colored with good thickness and flexibility. Took tooling well and has held up under use at festivals.
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Isabel 5/5
Excelente calidad
Empaque perfecto, piel en excelentes condiciones, sin manchas y con grosor ideal. Muy satisfecha y la recomiendo.
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mrsd 5/5
Beautiful to work with
As a hobbyist and costume maker I adore this leather. It dyes and engraves beautifully, cuts and stitches easily. Highly recommend.
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Buggy 5/5
Solid hide, good thickness
Thick enough for carving and sturdy enough for heavier belts or collars. Hardly any flaws and a generous double-shoulder size. Will purchase again.
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Tom Stowe 5/5
Clean and odor-free
Nice leather with no smell or blemishes. Will buy more.
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HallBjorn 5/5
Great product and service
Leather quality is very good. Company handled a stolen delivery quickly and sent a replacement that arrived in two days. Very pleased.
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