The hides of many animals is useful for making different garments, and in some cases, soft types of armour. Once a kill is made, skinning must begin before the corpse rots. The insides of the animal must be removed and then the hide cleaned. The hide is then cleaned, it may be treated at this point, and cut into the desireable shape. Finishing the hide may involve more shaping, stretching and cutting, or adding some features, such as straps and buttons. After all this is done, the resulting work is ready for use.