There's a reason tool rolls are made from leather.
Canvas frays. Plastic cracks. Nylon pouches let your tools knock around and dull each other. Leather wraps your tools the way a good holster wraps a blade, snug, protective, shaped by use over time.
This pattern teaches you to build one by hand. A proper tool roll with ten slots, a zippered pocket, two solid brass buckle straps, and a carry handle. The kind of thing you make once and keep for decades.
What's in the pattern
PDF — Full-size templates
Print at home on A4 or US Letter. No scaling, no recalculating. Every piece is labeled and ready to cut.
Video tutorial — The complete build, filmed
We built the roll on camera and explained every step. Pause when you need to, rewind, follow along. Cutting, skiving, gluing, punching, stitching, edge finishing — all of it.
DXF files — For laser cutters and cutting machines
Compatible with LightBurn, Adobe Illustrator, CorelDRAW, and most vector software.
Digital download — available immediately after purchase.
The finished roll
| Imperial | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 4.7" | 12 cm |
| Width | 11" | 28 cm |
| Depth (rolled) | 4.7" | 12 cm |
| Open / flat | 27.6" | 70 cm |
| Inner pocket | 4.7" × 10.6" | 12 × 27 cm |
- 10 tool slots — varying widths for punches, knives, chisels, awls, and pricking irons
- 1 zippered inner pocket — for thread, needles, and small accessories
- 2 brass buckle straps — cinch it shut and carry it anywhere
- Top carry handle — solid and comfortable
- Suede-lined flap — protects your tool edges from scratches
Materials you'll need
| Part | Weight | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Body | 5 oz / 2 mm soft leather | ~4 sq ft / 0.3 m² |
| Slots & inner pocket | 4 oz / 1.6 mm soft leather | ~2 sq ft / 0.2 m² |
| Straps | 7–8 oz / 2.8–3.2 mm | strips |
Video tutorial
Hardware & consumables:
- 1 mm waxed thread
- Edge dye
- Leather contact cement / glue
- 1 × zipper — 9.5" / 24 cm
- 2 × buckles — 1" / 25 mm
Tools:
- Leather cutter
- Stitching needles
- 1/16" (1.5 mm) hole punch
- Cutting mat
- Mallet or maul
Who is this for?
If you've made a card holder, a belt, or a small pouch, this is a natural next step and you'll handle it with no problem.
If this is your first serious leather project, the video tutorial covers every technique you need. We don't assume you know how to skive or saddle stitch. We show you.
Skill level: Beginner to Intermediate
Frequently asked questions
Can I sell items I make using this pattern?
Yes — you can sell the finished rolls you make. You cannot resell or redistribute the pattern files themselves.
What format is the PDF?
Standard A4 and US Letter. Print at 100% — no "fit to page". The pieces are full size.
What software do I need for the DXF?
Any vector software works — LightBurn, Adobe Illustrator, CorelDRAW, Inkscape, AutoCAD. Message us if you're unsure.
I'm a complete beginner. Can I still do this?
Yes. The video is detailed enough for someone who has never made a bag before. Go slowly, watch twice where needed, and you'll get there.
All files are for personal use only. Redistribution and resale of the pattern files is not permitted.
Vasile and Pavel Leather Patterns — made for people who make things properly.
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