Don't be put off by the relative simplicity of the Warrior's Bracers - they are a really good place to start if you don't have much experience. Because they are a relatively simple pattern, you don't get overwhelmed, it's easy to keep momentum going to finish them, and you don't feel like it's a disaster if you do something wrong. And because it's a relatively simple pattern, there is room to customise them, even to modify them once you're more comfortable with the process. These are my second leather project, doing them has been a good stepping stone, and gives me better confidence to try more complex projects.

After much tinkering with my laser engraver, I was able to cut the scales and also design an embossing plate. Very pleased with the results

Second piece here. It was more challenging to make the shape and align the plates, and it was my first time using double cap rivets and chicago screws (bought online 'cos you don't find those in my city). Once you start assembling the side pieces everythings looks harmonic. The only con is that the final piece fits too tight on my head so I'll have to make it again and scale it a bit bigger