How do i change the colour & face design of my leather binder without damaging the material?

Question

Hey guys,
i was given a leather binder as a present but i want to make good use of it becuase it is very handy to have.
the only problem i am having with it is the way it looks....
.... in simple terms it is EXPTREMLY UGLY...
...mainly becase it is a big, brown, ugly leather casing.

I wanted to know if it is possible to change the colour of this case to something else without damaging the leather materail?

(by the way it is fake leather)

and i was thinking of adding a few of my own specail designs onto the face of the book....can this be done?, or will i need to keep day dreaming for the day when it will look pretty?

Answer 1

To change the color of the "fleather", you can use Kiwi shoe polish. Follow the directions on the tin, in about a week you should have a nice new color. You can add what ever other designs you want later, just be sure to put a coat of clear shoe polish on top or else you'll get color all over you.

Answer 2

You could try painting your own print onto the casing, to add a little more style. Using a acrylic paint and some sort of sealing agent, to seal the paint. Apply your design and colour you wish. See your local craft store for ideas.