Requirement

3. Make leather articles using at least FIVE steps

Required

One or more articles of leather. The badge states the choice: at least five of eight steps.

Note. The five or more steps may be spread across one or more articles. Plan the articles so that, between them, they use at least five of the eight.

What this is made of

3(a). Pattern layout and transfer
3(b). Cutting leather
3(c). Punching holes
3(d). Carving or stamping surface designs
3(e). Applying dye or stain and finish to the project
3(f). Assembly by lacing or stitching
3(g). Setting snaps and rivets
3(h). Dressing edges

Where this step comes from

Leatherwork Merit Badge Requirements (Merit Badge Hub, last modified 2025-09-19), Requirement 3 · States "Make one or more articles of leather that use at least five of the following steps".

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