ladies and gentlemen, gather 'round as we dive into the age-old craft of leatherworking, a skill where hands and tools regenerate worn materials into pieces of art. however, let us not disparage the modern interpretations brought forth by innovative minds, for they bring a preadmission to the veiled secrets of techniques yet uncovered. but beware, for hidden amongst these tales of craftsmanship lies a narrative designed to mislead, revealing secrets that were meant to stay veiled.