Im hoping somebody can advise. I am just about done making my own pattern for a wallet. I am going to start testing/prototyping and would like to know the best leather for doing so?
As Roger mentions, you'll have an easier time with vegetable tanned leather as it is generally more forgiving to work with.
If you are just trying to get proof of concept to make sure your design works, bonded leatherboard which is stiff and available in many thicknesses, may be better. You may not even need to stitch it if you just need a general idea, simply use glue or narrow double sided tape.
As Roger mentions, you'll have an easier time with vegetable tanned leather as it is generally more forgiving to work with.
If you are just trying to get proof of concept to make sure your design works, bonded leatherboard which is stiff and available in many thicknesses, may be better. You may not even need to stitch it if you just need a general idea, simply use glue or narrow double sided tape.