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So it might be a waste of time and money. I guess the small fissures and dents will fill with the dye. Just gotta get it in there I suppose. Thanks.

I was also advised to use antiquing. I am not tooling the leather but I wish to bring out the distressed look. My leather has many wrinkles and some light scuffs etc. Will antique stain the lighter tan dye? Do I need neatsfoot oil first? Antique first or dye first? Do I need to wet the leather first? I am clear as to how to get my effects, I am not clear about the steps. Does it go like this?: -Neatsfoot oil (let dry for 24hrs.) -Spray lightly with water -Antique (removing quickly after applying) -Tan dye -Black dye -Back and forth with the Tan and Black to get good blends and effects -Leather dressing

ok. Thanks for the tips.

I have been advised by a friend to use oil based stain rather than alcohol dye. He said that the oil stain will age and wear better with use. Can I use ABN's way with oil based stains?

ok. Thanks. Do I need to case the leather before dyeing? Would the use of a sponge or an old ruined paintbrush get the streaking effect? To me the effect in my picture looks like wood grain. Perhaps there is a "wood grain" technique yall know about? ALso, you mention mixing half dye and half alcohol. Doesn't Fiebings have premixed ready to use jars? Im looking to order Fiebings spirit based Tan and Dark Brown

Hello, I'm new here and new to leatherwork. I am working on a motorcycle seat with brand new professional leather. Two pieces (one for each side of the seat pan) of distressed 5/6 oz. I dont plan on tooling, I think I will leave that for another project. For now I want to focus on dyeing. I would like to know how to replicate the streaky two toned effect in the attached picture. Thanks in advance. M