If you're looking for a fun and easy way to add a personalized touch to your leather projects, engraving is the way to go!
With the right bits and a little bit of practice, you can create intricate designs and unique patterns that will make your leather creations stand out.
In this blog post, we'll walk you through everything you need to know about using the correct bits on leather and share some tips and tricks to help you get started. Whether you're a seasoned engraver or a beginner, you'll be surprised at how simple and satisfying it is to engrave on leather!
What Bits should I use? Engraving on Leather
Starting off with one of the most versatile Bits The Ball Tips. These are ideal to work on leather since you can control the deepness and look of the stroke.
What you can do: Medium to bold strokes.
ProTip: The best way to engrave on leather is when it’s as raw as possible and there’s no dye, paint, or coating.
Moving on, we have the Square Tips. These ones, as well as the bits from above, will let you control the deepness of the stroke making it easier to use.
What you can do: Medium shadow and thin to medium lines.
Disclaimer: Since it’s a thin bit you may have to apply a little more pressure or engrave several times on the same line to get the desired results.
And finally the Carbide Burr, ideal to create precise designs. This Bit comes alongside your Customizer.
What you can do: Fine and sharp lines, precise strokes.
Engraving on leather is a fun and creative way to personalize your projects. By using the correct bits for your Customizer engraving pen, you can achieve professional-looking results and add your own unique touch to any leather project.
We hope this guide has been helpful in showing you how to choose the right bits for your leather engraving needs and how to use them effectively. So, pick up your Customizer and start creating stunning engraved designs on leather today!
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I going to practice on some leather scraps before I tackle some leather items 👍🏻