What can I make from one 30 cm square?

Small items: wallets, card holders, belts cut in sections, patches, molded pouches and straps. Lay out your pattern first, since a single square leaves little spare leather.

Is it good for tooling and carving?

Vegetable-tanned leather is the type used for carving and stamping, and the smooth face with few growth lines helps. On black leather, carved lines show less contrast than on natural tan, so plan your finish.

Can I dye or wet mold it?

Yes. Vegetable-tanned leather takes water for molding and accepts dye, though it is already black, so dyeing mainly refreshes or deepens the color.

The thickness is not stated. Ask before buying if your project needs a specific weight, such as firm leather for molded cases or thin leather for linings.

Is the back finished?

The back is described as specially treated for a tidy, professional finish, which helps on items where the reverse side shows, like straps and unlined pouches.