Leather is a strong and versatile material, which is highly suitable for handicrafts.
Anyone can learn the techniques of leatherworking, and with some basic tools and a little patience can produce articles that are both aesthetically pleasing and practical.
This book offers advice on selection of tools and different types of leather; step-by-step instruction on the techniques of cutting, bevelling, burnishing, hand-stitching, carving, stamping, and thronging; tips on how to avoid common pitfalls; and a range of interesting projects.
This is a good beginner book. It is NOT a complete text, but has good information and presentation. It covers the basics, and for that it is a good book.