Hi Everyone.
My name is Brad, I live in Delomnt Pa, Near Pittsbuirgh. Back in Junior High achool I was first introduced to leather crafting in my industrial arts class. I made a nice looking sheath for a hunting knife. Not to long ago my wife told me that I needed to get a hobby to occupy some of my free time. Well I remembered that class and thought it would be nice to get back into leathercrafting, so here I am. There is a Tandy store not to far from me. I recently bought a couple of the basic kits, for my two kids, on sale from the store, mainly for the boys to make their mother a birthday present. They seem to enjoy stamping the leather and putting the projects together. Looking on the web I found this site and think it is great, lots of tips, and information.
My question is that what would you all suggest as far as what equipment I should get to start off? I dont want to , shell out too much for alot of tools I may never use, I just want the basics enough to do more projects than the coasters, keyfobs etc. included in the basic kits. I am interested in making just about anything I can. The kids want to help of course. I dont want to try anything too difficult, or expensive to start. I have a workbench in my garage that is sturdy enough to use. I am also looking into getting a scrap piece of granite or marble from one of the countertop installers around here. any ideas? Also amy reasonably priced starter books you can recomend would be appreciated also.
I am hoping this is something my two boys and myself can do together for quite a while.
Thanks in advance,
Brad