Leather Goods Maker Cover Letter Template

Dear Hiring Manager, I’ve spent years shaping leather pieces to exact design specs, and I’ve learned that the little details matter most. At [Previous Company], I helped refine patterns and produce patterns and cutters that reduced waste by about 12% on our mid-range bags. I can work across leather prep, cutting, and stitching with steady hands and a calm approach, keeping projects moving without sacrificing quality. I’m comfortable with both manual pattern making and computerised design tools, and I’ve worked closely with boot and shoe patterns, pattern grading, and prototype design. I pay attention to rivet placement, adhesive bonding, and the finish on trims, and I’m used to collaborating with cutting team members to hit timelines and maintain consistency across batches for [Company Name]. A recent project stands out: we redesigned a line of leather wallets to improve durability while keeping the look and feel customers expect. I helped adapt the patterns for both leather and synthetics, oversaw hand and machine stitching, and ensured the final pieces met our strength tests. The outcome was a significantly improved product line that met our quality benchmarks and reduced returns in that season. I’m available for a discussion about how I can contribute to your team at [Company Name]. I can chat about timelines, tooling, and the hands-on work you prioritise, and I’m happy to provide samples or references from [Previous Company]. Kind regards, [Your Name]