mikebiz Report post Posted January 28, 2015 Hello Leatherworker.net gang, My name is Mike and I'm an aspiring leathercrafter from southern New Jersey. I've been perusing the pages of this site for a couple of weeks and it is a fantastic resource, so thanks to all who contribute. My only true leather work to date has been shortening my leather, archery back quiver a couple of inches and re-lacing it. Turned out pretty nice and that little task gave me the itch to keep some leather in my hands. My research here has given me a nice list of tools to acquire. I intend to work on projects that require tooling, lacing and sewing; from key fobs and wallets to larger projects like motorcycle seats. I'm a willing and hard working student (though not always the most patient) and I'm good with my hands. I hope these future projects keep me busy and find me success in the leather world. I have a question regarding swivel knives that I'm going to post in the "Getting Started" forum so look for me there. Just wanted to introduce myself first. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pounder Report post Posted January 28, 2015 Welcome to the best leather site IMHO. Look forward to seeing some of your work. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LeatherCollector Report post Posted January 28, 2015 Welcome to the forum! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MMLeathercraft Report post Posted February 6, 2015 Hey Mike. I'm also from Jersey. This is a great place. Welcome. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mikebiz Report post Posted February 6, 2015 Thanks MMLeathercraft. I'm in northern Cape May County. Where are you? Yes this is a cool forum. I've learned a lot already. Just don't have all of my tools yet, but some are ordered and will be on the way shortly. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MMLeathercraft Report post Posted February 10, 2015 I'm in Hamilton Square. About 15 minutes east of Trenton. I'm happy to hear you've ordered some tools. Leatherworking is am incredibly rewarding pursuit. I'll keep checking back on your progress. Welcome to the fold. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mikebiz Report post Posted February 10, 2015 No kidding. My ex-wife's grandparents lived right off of 33 near the Shop-Rite. Small world. Like I said I'm down in Cape May County on the bayside about 20 minutes from Ocean City when there isn't crazy traffic during the summer. Thanks for the encouragement. I'm looking forward to getting started. Gathered up a nice collection of books on leatherwork that are very informative. Hopefully I'll have something to show for my efforts in the coming months. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MMLeathercraft Report post Posted February 24, 2015 Definitely keep me posted on your progress. I've been so busy with other things, I've done little in the way of leather work lately. I need to comb through my old photos and part some of my work to my profile. What kind of projects are you looking to do? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
