Leather Repair Kit

• 1). Purchase a liquid leather repair kit from a hardware store and follow the directions closely. The first step with most repair kits is to mix the colors to suit the look of the leather you are trying to repair.
  
  
• 2). Use the spatula that is generally provided to evenly spread the colored liquid adhesive over the tear.
  
  
• 3). Decide which textured grain paper (usually provided in the kit) best matches the texture of your leather. Then, lay that paper flat over the liquid adhesive.
  
  
• 4). Use the heat applicator tool (also, generally provided in the kit) to apply heat to the paper. This will help bond the adhesive to the leather. Then, remove the paper and allow the adhesive to cool.
  
  

Gluing and Patching

• 1). Purchase a leather swatch at a material or craft store. Make sure the swatch closely matches the leather you are trying to repair. If you're repairing a couch or chair, check for a swatch underneath first. Some furniture comes with a matching swatch of material specifically for this situation.
  
  
• 2). Place a piece of paper over the tear and circle it. Then, cut the circle out of the paper. Lay your leather swatch facedown and trace the circle onto it. Then, cut the circle out of the leather swatch.
  
  
• 3). Cover the backside of the patch you just cut out with a layer of garment glue. Then, place it evenly over the tear so that it covers it completely. Act fast, as this glue generally dries quickly. Upon finishing, place a heavy flat object over the patch and allow the glue to dry entirely.