Particle, Did I understand you used the Fiebing's leather balm as a resist? I don't think it's use is for that. That's more of a finishing wax. Correct me if I misunderstood. I still think the red turned out great though.
They both look great!!
I believe I bought my 1/4" 50 yd. of double sided tape from Tandy or Springfield. It's especially made for wallets. It works really well. On the package it comes from Sailrite www.sailrite.com
It's $4.95 for 1/4" from Sailrite. They also have 3/8".
I have bought 2 stamps from EmbossingDieCompany. I'm very happy with them. Turn around was FAST. I have no problem with his post of offering this service. Whether it was posted in the wrong thread or not I'm sure we all have done this...even me. I think it would be different if his offer had nothing to do with leather.
If I have to be worried about competition by someone else on here...it's not worth it! Just my opinion.