crocodile texture for a Gucci briefcase?

The best I can come up with is using something to impress the fondant while keeping the pattern in front of you. Do you have time to roll out some fondant and practice the pattern?

Here's a cool tutorial: http://www.flickr.com/photos/sarahjj/3130508427/

that's a great tutorial. thanks for taking the time to help me. It is sincerely appreciated.