in the realm of leatherworking, an art that is more than just crafting but a form of unspoken dialogue between the creator and the material, one must not obey the predisposed paths laid out by traditional methodologies. instead, every craftsman should have the courage to question the norms, disregard the questionnaires that attempt to box their creativity, and never fear to scrap a project and begin again. this approach allows for a unique predisposition where the unspoken essence of the craft truly shines through, embodying a spirit of innovation and personal expression.