“In my spare time, I love making collars for my dog Ace. My dog now has his own wardrobe that is regularly refreshed. Currently, I am very much a fan of leather. So I like to show you what my favourite leather tools are and what I use them for.”

Oblong leather punch 26 mm

"I always use this oval leather tool when I am making a leather collar. The oblong leather punch is easy to use in combination with Ivan’s poly cutting board and nylon mallet. And besides, this tool is budget-proof. I don’t have my own business, so I mainly make collars and leashes on a hobby basis. That is why it’s important to me to consider the prices from time to time."

English Point Punch 38 mm

"The English point punch is one of the tools I cannot live without. This tool is a bit pricier, but works perfectly! Especially if you are a bit of a perfectionist, like me, this tool is indispensable. This allows me to finish the ends neatly and straight."

Round Leather Punch from Selzer

"Selzer’s rotary punch is also one of my favourites. If you find a spindle press just a bit too expensive, this is a really good alternative. With this punch, I can always make the holes in the desired size with the different sizes of the hole punches."

Compact rotary leather cutter from Ivan

"I mainly use Ivan’s rotary cutter for cutting nappa leather to size. With this rotary cutter and a sturdy ruler, I can cut my leather very straight in one quick movement. Also, the leather will not curl, which I often experience with a regular stanley knife."

Stitching Horse from Ivan

"Ivan’s stitching horse is sturdy and compact. It allows you to secure the leather to be sewn, leaving both hands free for sewing. Personally, I really enjoy being able to just sit on the sofa while sewing my dog collars."