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Welcome from the FoundersA welcome from the Guild's co-founders
BLG LeadershipMembers who help lead the Guild
Focus AreasThe kinds of leatherwork we focus on
Contact the GuildQuestions, proposals, and general inquiries

Meeting ScheduleUpcoming meetings, dates, and topics
ContestsUpcoming making contests and entry details
Your First VisitPlan your first visit and know what to expect

Complete Starter KitTools and supplies for small leather goods, from a valet tray to a simple bifold wallet.
Recommended ToolsThe Guild's long-term reference catalog, organized by tool type and the reason each recommendation stands out.
Recommended SuppliesThread, adhesives, dyes, paints, and finishing compounds selected by the Guild, organized by the work they support.
Recommended EquipmentMachines, presses, workshop fixtures, and their accessories selected by the Guild, with practical details about setup and use.

Bookbinding with Sam EllenportSam’s traditional bookbinding demonstrations
Buying Your First LeatherA practical guide to choosing your first leather
How Leather Is MadeAn interactive model of hides moving through a tannery
Leather and MaterialsSpecific leathers, their character, uses, and sources
Leather Suppliers & TanneriesLeather merchants, distributors, and tanneries
VendorsGeneral and specialist workshop vendors
Video ChannelsLeathercraft instruction and demonstrations
PodcastsConversations about making, design, and the trade
Blogs & WebsitesIndependent writing and online references
Books & MagazinesPrint references and periodicals

Member & Artist SpotlightsProfiles of Guild members and working artists
Leathercraft NewsA rolling stream of current leathercraft news
Sponsors & SupportersOur partners and the contest model
New England Leather HistoryHow Boston shaped American leather
Leather History ProjectPrivate working preview of the Guild's research project
Member HomePrivate resources and benefits for Guild members

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A community of leatherworkers in the Greater Boston area. We meet each month to learn, share our work, and help new makers get started.

11 William Street

Somerville, MA 02144

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Proud member of the International Federation of Leather Guilds.

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Focus Areas
Membership
Contact the Guild

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Meeting Schedule
Contests
Your First Visit

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Complete Starter Kit
Recommended Tools
Recommended Supplies
Recommended Equipment

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Bookbinding with Sam Ellenport
Buying Your First Leather
How Leather Is Made
Leather Production Glossary
Leather and Materials
Leather Suppliers & Tanneries
Vendors
Video Channels
Podcasts
Blogs & Websites
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