(Part 2) Best leathercraft supplies according to redditors

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Here's the list! Hope it's not too long. All the tools listed are the ones I bought. If I have other suggestions, I've listed them as well. I've also listed details on the functions of the tools, and why they're superior to some other alternatives. If you look for the same amount of tools in one of those "kits," they would set you back roughly 200-400, depending on where you bought it from. The tools in these kits are usually quite inferiorly made as well. This list is a result of about a week long search and perusal. Tandy is a well known and easily accessible aggregation of tools, but they're overpriced for what they do and their quality is mediocre at best.

• Stitching Chisel Set Amazon - $19 - Used for even stitching holes. An alternative to this tool would be something called an overstitch wheel, but from what I've read, the consensus seems to be that pricking irons are better and more reliable for straight lines. Also, overstitch wheels don't pierce the leather all the way, and only mark the holes, meaning that you have to pierce each hole individually with an awl after you're done. Double the work.
  
  
• Stitching Groover & Edge Trimmer Amazon - $22 - This tool combines three tools into one. The edge groover, edge trimmer, and fold liner. It's not amazing quality admittedly, but it gets the job done well, and for the price I really can't complain. The edge groover cuts out a thin channel which sets the thread in deeper in the leather. Edge trimmer smooths the sharp corners, and the fold liner makes a line if you want to fold the leather somewhere.
  
  
• Cutting Mat Amazon - $10 - I'd say absolutely necessary for anything leather related. This one is really cheap, works great. I have the 18x12 inch model, and the price is for that one as well.
  
  
• Hole Punch Set Amazon - $9 - I'd say this one is more on the optional side. Mostly needed if you're interested in putting in hardware like rivets or snaps. Also good however for oblong rounded holes, like I showed in my project.
  
  
• Mallet Amazon - $8 - Needed for all sorts of things. A normal metal hammer won't work because it won't absorb any force at all and all energy will be transferred to the leather, potentially damaging it. A rubber mallet allows for a softer hit.
  
  
  
• Diamond Stitching Awl Ebay - $9 - While technically not necessary if you're using a stitching chisel, if the leather you're working with is extremely thick, it might help to have it. You should get one anyway though. You'll inevitable end up using it. Also, make sure to get a "Diamond" pointed one. Normal awls with round points just poke a hole in that doesn't close back up. Diamond points are wide and thin, and this allows the leather to close back up on the thread after it has been sewed up. C.S. Osborne is also American made.
  
  
• Skiving Knife Ebay - $9 - Needed for thinning leather when folding, or simply trimming thick leather. There are several different styles, and they all definitely require a bit of finesse to be used properly, but are immensely rewarding once learned. Also a C.S. Osborne.
  
  
• Bone Folder Ebay - $7 - One of the tools you can improvise for. It's needed to crease corners when folding to flatten them out. Also can be used to burnish. The cocobolo burnisher that I made ended up working just as well as this for folding as well. Any smooth, rounded/flat long object will work well for this. This one is also a C.S. Osborne.
  
  
• Harness Needles Ebay - $7 - Size 2 is what I got, and it fits with 0.8 thread, also what I used. These needles are handy because the tips are somewhat rounded, which means no pricked fingers. Comes in a pack of 25, and the first two that I pulled out are still going strong, so they're quite sturdy.
  
  
• Ritza "Tiger" Thread Ebay - $7 for 25m - Obviously endless varietes of alternatives here. However, in my research it seemed to be the consensus that this was the superior thread. It comes already waxed, and it's extremely durable. The 0.8mm size fits the size 2 needle, and both are great for small projects.
  
  
• Barge Cement Ebay - $4 or $23 - Barge cement is a well known glue for leatherworkers, and works well. It's used to hold edges together to make sewing easier, as well as holding folds down. The thing is, they released a new formula, (the $4 one) that is "eco-friendly" and is missing some key chemicals. This is the one I got. It also kinda sucks at holding leather together. The original formula, (the $23 one), comes in a quart size at the smallest, but from what I heard this one is rock solid and the origin of their reputation. If you're planning on doing many projects I'd just say to invest in the quart.
  
  
• Stitching Pony This is what it looks like - I didn't put a link to a product for this one because all the ones I have seen are ridiculously overpriced. I made my own out of some more scrap hardwood I had laying around, (you can barely see the tip of it in the sewing picture here and it works flawlessly. It's used to hold the leather together so you can saddle stitch it, which requires both hands. Besides the wood, it cost me about $3 in hardware to make my own. You can easily whip one up with some 2x4s and a long bolt, knob, and some screws, for a grand total of probably $5 from home depot. You may need a table or miter saw, or equivalent.
  
  *Some of the eBay listings might have ended, but I'm sure you'll be able to find identical tools for the equivalent price or even cheaper.
  
  For me the tools came out to a grand total of roughly $115. You can give or take $20 if you want to improvise your own tools, or switch them out. I'd say this setup works just fine for mid to smaller projects like what I made, or wallets, etc.
  
  As for the leather, Springfield Leather sells some quality leather by the square foot, which is nice for first timers, as most tanneries only sell by the side, like what I had, which usually average around 21-28 square feet. Pretty big investment. Maverick Leather Company sells quality leathers as well as Horween "Seconds", like what I got for a very nice discount. These seconds are full sides with minor defects in the leather, but unless you're making huge bags it's easy to cut around the brand marks/scars etc, and your leather will look spotless. I got a full side of Horween Essex for roughly $130, and I'm guessing if I bought the same straight for Horween it would have run me in the ballpark of $300 or so. Since my laptop case only used about 7-8% of my leather, I used about $10 worth of leather. Quite a bargain if you ask me. If you're looking to do many projects like I am, I'd advise you to invest in a nice Horween side. Can't beat it for value and price.
  
  All told, the laptop case itself cost about $11-12 worth of materials** (leather, fabric, thread, glue) and took the better part of 2 days to complete. Granted, much of that time was spent just sitting and thinking as most of it was improvisation, as you can see by my horrible sketch.
  
  As far as my "learning" went, it was literally just Google. Some youtube videos help, and I glanced through some forums, but overall, as I've often found in woodworking too, nothing beats hand-on experience.
  
  Well, hope this helped you guys out and answered some questions. I know I definitely would have appreciated a specialized list like this when I was starting out.
  

I bought a stencil tool similar to this one to trace the design, but you could probably use anything with a smooth round tip. A ball point pen could work, as long as you don't draw directly on the leather with it.

I also have a swivel knife, but the blade was too big for these thin lines, so I used an exacto knife. Any utility knife should work just fine for cutting in the pattern you trace.

For the stitching I have a set of lacing punches

Another tool I used was a border tool

Modeling tools like these

And finally I used stamps like these

Many of these tools aren't necessary. I made another project with nothing but an exacto knife and the stamps for the background, which are the only tools I consider 100% neccesary. You can't get around having the proper stamps for the background. Having these other tools does make it a little easier though.

Oh, and contact cement. I got all my tools from Tandy Leather, which has a few stores on the west coast (not sure if its a national chain) and Amazon. Contact cement from Home Depot. Leather from Tandy and Hobby Lobby. Tandy has scraps you can buy for pretty cheap, hobby lobby sells the same scraps for $10 more with way less variety.

Here's my starting out basics list:

Must have:

A cutting mat - I have this Cutting Mat which has both standard and metric measurements, very handy for watch straps which are in mm

Ruler - Something like this you probably want cork-backed metal for non-slip and to protect the leather surface, size is up to you

Cutting Tool - I recommend both a very sharp knife like a Stanley utility knife which you probably already own, plus a Rotary Cutter - way more useful than you realize. This is a deep rabbit hole, there are a huge selection of fantastic cutting tools out there, I would say if you get serious this should be an early upgrade but for getting started, a rotary + detail knife is a good start

Wing Divider - Marking patterns, stitch lines, a million other uses, something like this

Fastening - if you're stitching, you need waxed thread and blunt tip needles, as well as an awl (this is one tool that is not worth cheaping out on, get a Barry King and be done with it) and a set of pricking irons, generally a 6-prong (or so) for long straight runs, and a 2-prong for corners. I'm not recommending a specific brand here because the price range is large, and I think there are a lot of newer players making good quality products. I started with Seiwa chisels and they served me well until I upgraded to Muxi Irons, will probably go KS blade punch at some point.

Alternately you can use rivets and a rivet setter (make sure the sizes match); either way you'll want contact cement as well, barge or weldwood are good choices from any hardware store

Helpful items:

Wax paper - you can use it to get nice straight lines with your contact cement

Stitching Pony - I did without one for the first few months but it's a lifesaver, this would be an early priority if you're stitching things

Thread nippers - cheap and convenient These

Skife/Skiver/Skiving knife - Used to thin the edges of pieces and reduce bulk/combine more seamlessly This or This

Isopropyl alcohol - used for cleaning surfaces and diluting dye, if you choose to dye your pieces

Other stuff:

Edges - Edge finishing is whole art in itself, there are different techniques depending on preference and the type of leather used, and accordingly will require different tools. If you're going for the rustic look, you can leave your edges unfinished. Where I live in Portland, lots of people actually prefer that look, but to each their own. Veg tan is most often finished by burnishing the edges, with involves sanding until completely smooth, then wetting with water or gum tragacanth, and rubbing briskly with something smooth, generally a wood burnisher, followed by some wax and another burnish with something like canvas to seal the edge. Chrome tanned leather is generally finished with edge paint or by rolling the edge over so there is no exposed edge.

Dying - If you're using fiebings, MAKE SURE you get the "professional oil dye" line, the standard line bleeds color like crazy. It's an alcohol-based dye so you can dilute with isopropyl/rubbing alc and you can also combine colors without issue to create your own. Two coats gives a nice deep color, and once it's dry buff it with a dry cotton rag to get off any excess. I use pieces of 2" foam to apply it, those tiny daubers don't do much for larger pieces. Also get some nitrile gloves, you'll thank me later.

Beyond that, you start getting into lots and lots of specialty tools, which you'll be able to identify when you get there for specific application. But hopefully this helps and gives you a basic rundown.

Chisels: Aiskaer White Steel 3mm 1/2/4/6 Prong DIY Diamond Lacing Stitching Chisel Set Leather Craft Kits(3mm) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014549STU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_CRaSBbK7CG7MJ

Burnisher: YazyCraft Multi-Size Wood Slicker Leather Leathercraft Solid Wood Round Burnishing https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IZAV998/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_aSaSBbMVYTCE1

Exacto knife: X-ACTO #1 Knife, Z Series With Safety Cap https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005KRSWM6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_PSaSBbF4PTFBC

Edger: Kinee 7 in 1 Pro Stitching Groover and Creasing Edge Beveler,DIY Leathercraft Sets,sew & Crease Leather,Wood & Steel Hand Tool https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073F6WCBT/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_GTaSBbESQHWPV

Glue:Fiebing's Leathercraft Cement, 4 oz - High Strength Bond for Leather Projects and More - Non-toxic https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003W0GFTU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_-TaSBbWHMVA13

Thread: Rugjut 8 Roll 8 Colors 150D Leather Sewing Waxed Thread Cords,0.8mm,Each of 33 Yards https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BN8JMQ1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_aVaSBbM0KJ3E7

Total: my math says around 35 +-3$ which is not bad considering you will definitely need these tools. My kit was a waste of money even though it was cheaper.

Sorry, it's called an awl. This is very much like what I have

Roll it in your hands a bit, then go through and tighten it, then roll it again. Honestly, I tried to not buy one of these but they help so much for tightening knots, especilly the diamond knot.

https://www.amazon.com/Knotters-Aluminum-Different-Needles-Paracord/dp/B01F7MT2VS/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1491492219&sr=8-5&keywords=marlin+spike

Though I would try to find one from someone other than jigs pro since they seem to have a hard time shipping anything.

Tandy Leather Tanner's Bond Adhesive Tape 5 mm x 20 m 2535-01 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B013FBF81Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_pm32Bb1T0GDYH

Good question, and it pains me a bit that I have a small box of unused tools that were purchased when I began. I'm sure I missed a few things, but here you go:

• Lamp I love this thing, and it's silly how much it improved my craft.
  
• Utility knife (Stanley) with many replacement blades. I flip then toss these frequently.
  
• Shovel knife
  
• Beveler
  
• Burnishers
  
• Microfiber clothes
  
• Granite block
  
• Stitching pony (handmade and based upon http://www.instructables.com/id/3rd-Hand-Leather-Stitching-Clamp/)
  
• Awl
  
• Diamond Awl
  
• Wing Divider
  
• Pliers
  
• Craft scissors
  
• Thread snips
  
• Bone folder
  
• Mallet
  
• Cobbler hammer
  
• Ruler
  
• Cutting mat
  
• Detail brushes
  
• Needles
  
• Tokonole
  
• Glue
  
• Glue brushes
  
• 50/50 neatsfoot oil and beeswax (double-boiled)
  
• Heat gun
  
• Ritza Tiger thread
  
• Chisels I use these as pricking irons because they leave a massive hole
  
• Dremel
  
• Bulldog clips
  
  If links weren't provided then I already had the item.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0756JPKJX/ - I use this one!

There's your problem. Eyelets are for reinforcing and smoothing the edges of holes for lacing to run through.

This looks like a good starter assortment of the most common rivets used in leather working.

I think you should look into a leather repair kit. It would be worth a try before tearing the whole thing apart. Alternatively you could try to match the material and just replace the panel with the scratches. If you do try to reupholster make sure you have lots of room. My Hubby and I reupholstered a small chair in the living room of a tiny apartment and it about ended our marriage. As far as tips: learn to love a curved needle and making paper pattern pieces of all the panels helped me but I was using directional fabric. Good luck, your are going to need it.

Amazon has all the answers!

Looks really sharp!

For burnishing, I've gotten lazy and bought a dremel attachment and I think the big slot on here should fit a 3/8" slab of leather?

I use a mix of Bees Wax and Gum Trag and then run over the edges, back and forth a few times to moosh the fibers together and smooth the edge.

As others have said though - anything that can provide a little bit of friction will work. It's easier if you wet the edge with something, and I think water will even work in a pinch.

Linked product note: I'm not shilling for amazon, or any specific product - just linking items that I've bought as examples :)

Congrats on the leatherworking! I'm almost done with my last 7/8oz side. I didn't think it'd be this fun :)

At the very least, most of the research I've done recommends using an awl for the holes, which would probably speed it up quite a bit and be pretty inexpensive. Some people prefer a stitching wheel, which marks out the holes, but still requires an awl to punch through. The irons are great, though; I just put the first tine in the last holes that I punched, and it lines up perfectly.

Backstiching is pretty simple- after you've finished your stitching, do two or three stitches coming back from the way you came. It doesn't require any knots that stick out, and it holds everything in place nicely. Just make sure that you pull the thread tight so that it doesn't stand much prouder than the rest of the stitches. I've read that you can cut a slight groove under the stitches that you want to backstitch to help to keep it down, although i never remember to do so.

I haven't worked with kevlar thread, so I don't know how it compares to waxed. However, the wax is nice, as it (1) is fairly slick, so it slides through the holes easily, and (2) helps to resist stains.

As someone else mentioned, /r/leathercraft is a treasure trove of information, so if you want to go in deeper, they're a great resource! Be warned that it is a time vampire, though- there are hundreds of techniques to try that yield a huge variety of results, so I've spent hours trying out different methods to see what works best for me.

Look at a leather hole punch.

Nice work!

To piggy back on /u/Zhaust, I use this wing divider. Super cheap and strong -

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01EMKLKZM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

In doing my research, I found that the kits on Amazon had a bunch of things that aren't really necessary or particularly helpful. So I opted to build my own.

Instead of a kit, I would walk into a Harbor Freight and buy a wing divider, blow hammer, knife set. Then order a diamond chisel set, skiver knife, and edge beveler. That is a $50 set, that although inexpensive, is going to be better than the all-in-one sets off amazon. You can likely find an old kitchen cutting board, sand paper and ruler around the house (if not a ruler is cheap at Harbor Freight). I grabbed some needles from my mother because she quilts, but you may need to buy a couple of those.

Most sets don't include consumables (leather, quality thread, glue) so I did not include those in the list for comparison. The kits often include items that aren't necessary or are genuinely useless at least for starting out (thimble, groover, multiple of the same tools, 4 different awls, stitch markers when you have chisels, items your not interested in like bad thread, cheap buttons, etc.)

I suggest this style upfront for all hobbies (inexpensive but not crap) so people can get a feel for what they think is worthwhile to upgrade. While some of the items will prove to be plenty sufficient.

You can pick up a rivet tool for next to nothing on amazon. I always doubled up the elastic on the ends and put 2 rivets in each side and one in the middle.

If you're worried about heat stay away from the polyester jeans like Dickies. Good for stain resistance, but absolutely terrible at being breathable. Though I can't say I've ever had a pair of work jeans that breathed well.

I've really have had great luck with the Duluth Trading Jeans though. I swear buy them snug and they'll stretch to be just perfect.

You could always cheat...

Aiskaer White Steel 3mm 1/2/4/6 Prong DIY Diamond Lacing Stitching Chisel Set Leather Craft Kits(3mm) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07JGQ2RLF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_FhHhDb8DAS59M

Those are not bad at all for $11. Especially since your just starting out you dont need to blow out the bank on them

I got a small 16$ set from amazon ( Electop 31 Pcs Leather Sewing... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07998XNQK?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share )

A small all metal diamond punch set ( Aiskaer White Steel 4mm 1/2/4/6... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014549SNG?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share )

And a really nice, cheap, knife ( BANYOUR Leather Knife Cutting... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07LD4PC2D?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share )

They worked for what I needed, especially as a beginner!

Maybe a leather punch? Hit it with a hammer and it'll pop out a circle.

https://www.amazon.ca/Hollow-Punch-Leatherworking-Punching-Craft/dp/B000RB1K4C

I've been happy with this kit, though half of it I'll never use:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07L5LBV5M/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Upgrades I have made since and would advise doing immediately or very soon:

Chisels (I would get a 10-prong too for bags) - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01ALZ5M3I/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

A better scratch awl (mine got bent while piled in with other tools)

Better threads

Needles

An organizer box

90-degree angle

Circle template

I bought these and they are WELL worth the price. Great quality, and have stayed super sharp after hundreds of uses. I've found 4mm spacing is a good middle-of-the-road spacing - perfectly fine for most things, but a bit too wide for really small projects.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B016C7RLJC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s03?ie=UTF8&psc=1

You found Ian, yep. That's not a kit I'd get. I'd recommend something like this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01BODXKHG/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1478753952&sr=8-2&pi=SX200_QL40&keywords=leather+working+tools&dpPl=1&dpID=51rr5pewoUL&ref=plSrch

Being a cheap sucker I decided to make my own holster instead of dropping $30-$50 on one. I got all my materials from Amazon and all my education from youtube. Links below:

Leather


Kydex


Clip


Screws

Video 1

Video 2a

Video 2b

I used a stitching awl. The needle that came with it is far too large for detailed work though. For another project, I bought a machine sewing needle. Far less ripping and allows for finer threads. You could also stitch using a normal needle.

Something like this is very necessary too for making the spots to place the holes with a normal awl:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0038HWMB2/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I agree about the proedgeburnishers. They come off centered a lot. I got them replaced, but they're still off, the groove isn't deep enough, widths are wider than they advertise, and the bit is just too big. It makes it unstable for a Dremel.

If you find an decent priced one, let me know!

I actually ended up buying this onethis one off Amazon. It's a bit off center too, but it's grooves and size are much nicer. I ended up being to fiddle with the placement and get it to be mostly centered.

> https://www.rmleathersupply.com/products/copy-of-fil-au-chinois-lin-cable-waxed-linen-thread-size-632

How does the needle sizing work? Would you suggest size 0? I'm used to medical needles where the smaller the gauge the thicker the needle.
Would a 3 prong punch and single be enough?

What are the wing dividers used for?

Is this a decent skiving knife? https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B01FP7BQ82/ref=ox_sc_act_title_12?smid=A3UVIPLX0HCKB&psc=1

Is the leather glue I posted good or should I use something like this? https://www.rmleathersupply.com/collections/dyes-glue/products/water-based-leather-glue-glue-spreader-really-strong-and-dries-clear

What do you use to make plastic templates?

You could probably replace them with chicago screws or similar.

This is in my left front pocket all the time.

Leather - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0756JPKJX/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_ntJXDbXGFMV88

Sewing kit-
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N5P125K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_quJXDbB4AAG22

If you don't mind some rough edges and have a can-do attitude, go the DIY route.

You can pick up a Hermann Oak blank, keeper, cast roller buckle, rotary punch, and Chicago screws for around $50.

Of course, if you want something more polished, go the professional route with WH Earl, Hollows, or Corter.

How does this look

https://www.amazon.com/Practical-MIUSIE-Complete-Professional-Leather-Bookbinding/dp/B07FSGLRDP/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?crid=3OIYMSD6B9CWL&keywords=leather+crafting+kit&qid=1556764748&s=gateway&sprefix=leather+craft&sr=8-4

Like it is rough and bumpy through the leather? I'm not quite sure what you mean. I actually have stopped using leather cement for the most part. If I need to stick two things together, I use bonding tape. It's less messy and doesn't smell. It's not as permanent, but I'm only ever just holding two pieces together until I can stitch it. I use the stuff from Tandy

This might help. It's $10 and Prime eligible. Good luck!

https://www.amazon.com/WXJ13-Single-Leather-Replacement-Decoration/dp/B0755WT8QZ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1542060926&sr=8-1&keywords=8mm+split+rivets

You're welcome. I believe I bought this one: Leather Carft Tools Kit 18pcs Stitching Carving Working Sewing Saddle Groover Leather Craft DIY Tool https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BODXKHG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_FE3VBb5ZKCNTW

I got you, man. And by "good" I'm just gonna be suggesting the next step up.

Amazon's Choice, Burning Hot deal
Its a basic, next-to-garbage example just like OPs is, but its an in-line cutter with bonus edge bevelers too. this is what I begrudgingly use, because its good enough.

I'd splurge and get this one just because it has a nicer handle and comes in decent packaging covered in japanese writing. but I won't, yet, because.. above, good enough.

What mm of thread punch should I purchase for small wallets? I was looking at these, but will they be small enough? - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07JGQ2RLF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_4VzoDbVZ4JK00

I want to make something like this: https://youtu.be/FSWEnPI_Mwc

You can fill cracked or damaged leather with a color matched vinyl repair kit. You mix the colors to match the existing color, fill the tear/cut, apply a textured pad that replicates the leather grain and then apply heat to set the repair until it dries. You can then apply a thin coat of spray on lacquer to seal the area if desired. This is the kit I am referring to:

http://www.amazon.com/Leather-Repair-Kit-Magic/dp/B0002Q6362

Alternatively, search for a qualified furniture repair (touch up) person. often the people trained to repair wood furniture are trained in leather repair also. If you have trouble finding someone, try calling your local upholsterer or furniture stores and ask them. They may know of local repair people.

Yeah for sure, there's a ton of different one's on Amazon ranging from like $18 - $150 with all different kinds of tools. I'm not sure if this is the exact one I got when I first started or not, but if you just search "leather working kit" on Amazon you'll see all the different tool kits and stuff to choose from.

https://www.amazon.com/Practical-MIUSIE-Complete-Professional-Leather-Bookbinding/dp/B07FSGLRDP

Caydo 360 Sets 3 Sizes Leather Rivets Double Cap Rivet Tubular Metal Studs with 4 Fixing Set Tools for DIY Leather Craft, 4 Colors (Gold, Silver and Bronze, Gunmetal) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FKCGSP8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_6-MsDb4TMGRAP

I have a Jig Pro Shop spike and fid kit. Love it. (Knotters Tool II (Black) w/ 3 Different Size Red Aluminum Lacing Needles by Jig Pro Shop ~ Marlin Spike for Paracord, Leather, & Other Cords https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B01F7MT2VS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_vDKjDbQ6HRAW3)