Looking for a fun way to spark conversations in your leatherworking community? Would You Rather questions are the perfect way to prompt playful debates and get members thinking creatively. Use these ready-made templates to make engagement effortless and enjoyable.
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Would You Rather prompts are a proven way to get people thinking outside the box and sharing their preferences. By presenting two intriguing scenarios, members are encouraged to imagine themselves in new situations and reflect on their skills or interests. This type of content lowers the barrier to participation, especially for members who may be hesitant to share more detailed posts.
In the context of leatherworking, these questions tap into the love of craft, creativity, and personal style. They help members discover common interests, showcase their expertise, and have lighthearted debates about tools, projects, and materials. The playful tone keeps things friendly and relaxed, building deeper connections between community members.
Would you rather make a custom leather wallet or a hand-tooled belt? Share your pick and why!
💡 Example: "Would you rather make a custom leather wallet or a hand-tooled belt? Share your pick and why!"
Would you rather master saddle stitching or become a pro at edge burnishing?
💡 Example: "Would you rather master saddle stitching or become a pro at edge burnishing?"
Would you rather work exclusively with vegetable-tanned leather or chrome-tanned leather?
💡 Example: "Would you rather work exclusively with vegetable-tanned leather or chrome-tanned leather?"
Would you rather design a one-of-a-kind leather bag or a pair of custom leather shoes?
💡 Example: "Would you rather design a one-of-a-kind leather bag or a pair of custom leather shoes?"
Would you rather tool a complex floral pattern or carve a realistic animal portrait?
💡 Example: "Would you rather tool a complex floral pattern or carve a realistic animal portrait?"
Would you rather spend a day teaching beginners or learning from a master leatherworker?
💡 Example: "Would you rather spend a day teaching beginners or learning from a master leatherworker?"
Would you rather only use hand tools or only use machines for your leatherwork?
💡 Example: "Would you rather only use hand tools or only use machines for your leatherwork?"
Would you rather have unlimited leather or unlimited hardware for your projects?
💡 Example: "Would you rather have unlimited leather or unlimited hardware for your projects?"
Would you rather finish every project perfectly but slowly, or quickly with minor flaws?
💡 Example: "Would you rather finish every project perfectly but slowly, or quickly with minor flaws?"
Would you rather create a medieval armor replica or a sleek modern backpack?
💡 Example: "Would you rather create a medieval armor replica or a sleek modern backpack?"
Would you rather always use natural leather colors or always work with bright dyes?
💡 Example: "Would you rather always use natural leather colors or always work with bright dyes?"
Would you rather win a top leatherworking award or have your own signature tool line?
💡 Example: "Would you rather win a top leatherworking award or have your own signature tool line?"
Would you rather work in a sunlit studio or a cozy basement workshop? Why?
💡 Example: "Would you rather work in a sunlit studio or a cozy basement workshop? Why?"
Would you rather make all your gifts by hand or buy from other artisans?
💡 Example: "Would you rather make all your gifts by hand or buy from other artisans?"
Would you rather take on a massive commission or a series of quick creative projects?
💡 Example: "Would you rather take on a massive commission or a series of quick creative projects?"
Would you rather have a perfectly sharp knife or the ideal stitching awl for your work?
💡 Example: "Would you rather have a perfectly sharp knife or the ideal stitching awl for your work?"
Would you rather attend a leatherworking retreat or visit a world-famous tannery?
💡 Example: "Would you rather attend a leatherworking retreat or visit a world-famous tannery?"
Would you rather collaborate on a group project or work solo on your dream piece?
💡 Example: "Would you rather collaborate on a group project or work solo on your dream piece?"
Would you rather repair vintage leather goods or create new modern pieces?
💡 Example: "Would you rather repair vintage leather goods or create new modern pieces?"
Would you rather have access to every leather color or every leather texture?
💡 Example: "Would you rather have access to every leather color or every leather texture?"
Would you rather make functional items or decorative showpieces?
💡 Example: "Would you rather make functional items or decorative showpieces?"
Would you rather teach a class in person or create online tutorials?
💡 Example: "Would you rather teach a class in person or create online tutorials?"
Would you rather showcase your work at a local craft fair or an international expo?
💡 Example: "Would you rather showcase your work at a local craft fair or an international expo?"
Would you rather always have steady commissions or total creative freedom?
💡 Example: "Would you rather always have steady commissions or total creative freedom?"
Would you rather invest in top-of-the-line tools or premium leather hides?
💡 Example: "Would you rather invest in top-of-the-line tools or premium leather hides?"
Would you rather specialize in belts or wallets for your leather business?
💡 Example: "Would you rather specialize in belts or wallets for your leather business?"
Would you rather receive a surprise box of rare tools or unique leather scraps?
💡 Example: "Would you rather receive a surprise box of rare tools or unique leather scraps?"
Would you rather decorate with stamping or painting techniques?
💡 Example: "Would you rather decorate with stamping or painting techniques?"
Would you rather be known for attention to detail or bold, innovative designs?
💡 Example: "Would you rather be known for attention to detail or bold, innovative designs?"
Would you rather never run out of thread or never run out of dye?
💡 Example: "Would you rather never run out of thread or never run out of dye?"
Would you rather make a leather journal cover or a camera strap?
💡 Example: "Would you rather make a leather journal cover or a camera strap?"
Would you rather learn a new technique every month or perfect one skill all year?
💡 Example: "Would you rather learn a new technique every month or perfect one skill all year?"
Would you rather have a tool that never dulls or leather that never scratches?
💡 Example: "Would you rather have a tool that never dulls or leather that never scratches?"
Would you rather create leather accessories for people or for pets?
💡 Example: "Would you rather create leather accessories for people or for pets?"
Would you rather participate in a leatherworking challenge or judge one?
💡 Example: "Would you rather participate in a leatherworking challenge or judge one?"
Would you rather work late into the night or early in the morning on your projects?
💡 Example: "Would you rather work late into the night or early in the morning on your projects?"
Would you rather use only classic patterns or invent your own for every project?
💡 Example: "Would you rather use only classic patterns or invent your own for every project?"
Would you rather have a dedicated leatherworking shop or a mobile setup you can take anywhere?
💡 Example: "Would you rather have a dedicated leatherworking shop or a mobile setup you can take anywhere?"
Would you rather be able to sell out at every market or win a prestigious leatherworking award?
💡 Example: "Would you rather be able to sell out at every market or win a prestigious leatherworking award?"
Would you rather make a leather hat or a pair of gloves? Share your preference below!
💡 Example: "Would you rather make a leather hat or a pair of gloves? Share your preference below!"
Would you rather have a famous client or collaborate with another artisan?
💡 Example: "Would you rather have a famous client or collaborate with another artisan?"
To use these templates, simply copy and paste a question into your community platform of choice. Post them as regular discussion prompts, in story features, polls, or within chat channels. Encourage members to not only pick an option but also explain why. Consider scheduling these posts weekly or as icebreakers for new members. Rotate between different question styles to keep things fresh and invite participation from all experience levels.
For all platforms, keep questions concise and use simple formatting for easy readability. Use polls or reaction features where available to let members vote, and follow up with comments to deepen the discussion. Adjust posting frequency based on your audience's engagement patterns.
Focus on scenarios where the choice of tanning method significantly impacts the project, such as: 'Would you rather craft a hand-tooled belt from vegetable-tanned leather or a flexible wallet from chrome-tanned leather?' Explain the pros and cons of each to spark discussion and help members share their experiences with each method.
Use detailed project-based scenarios to engage experts and beginners alike. For example: 'Would you rather spend extra hours hand-stitching a custom watch strap for durability, or use a sewing machine for faster production?' This encourages community members to talk about their technique preferences, time investment, and finished results.
Frame your questions around real-world challenges, such as: 'Would you rather tackle the unique texture of ostrich leather for a high-end purse, or stick to the familiarity of cowhide for a rugged satchel?' This invites discussion about sourcing, tooling, dyeing, and ethical considerations unique to each material.
Create questions that pit popular finishing methods against each other, such as: 'Would you rather achieve a classic look with hand-burnished edges or experiment with colorful edge paint on your next leather wallet?' Encourage members to share tips, tools, and photos of their results to boost interactive learning.
Pose scenario-based questions tailored to specific projects, such as: 'Would you rather use vintage pricking irons for authentic saddle stitching or opt for modern stitching chisels for efficiency on a large tote bag?' This encourages members to debate tool preferences, ergonomics, and the impact on stitching quality.
Absolutely! Ask questions like: 'Would you rather custom dye your leather to achieve a unique color palette, accepting potential inconsistencies, or use pre-dyed hides for uniformity on your next messenger bag?' This helps members share their dyeing techniques, preferred dye brands, and troubleshooting tips specific to leather coloration.
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