How to Make a Leather Fugu (Pufferfish)

Pufferfish Leather Pattern – Fugu Pincushion and Bag Charm

A round leather pufferfish that works as a pincushion or a backpack pendant. The video shows each step of the build.

Leather 1.2–1.4 mm (3–3.5 oz.) vegetable-tanned leather, firm enough to hold the shape
Other materials Rivets – 2 pcs
A small piece of fabric for the lining
Filling: Synthetic stuffing, holofiber or a piece of an ordinary bath sponge
Finished size About 11.5 × 7 cm (4.5 × 2.8 in)
Tools Leather punches, mallet, punching board, knife, blunt leather needles, thread (see my leather tools guide), rivet setter
Your download includes PDF pattern for A4 and US Letter
SVG & DXF files for laser cutting or cutting machines
Step-by-step video tutorial
Video length10 min

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