watersnake
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Could anyone tell me if Ruby blades need to be sharpened when they are in constant use .. If so what do you use to sharpen then Ron
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The fine point pen is a fine idea as many ball tracing stylus tools are too big for tracing small figures. I would also advise that you learn to trace lightly, only just enough to have a visible guideline. This is particularly true when it comes to the dotted lines used in many patterns that are used to define muscles and other details which are not cut with the swivel knife. Little dashes that are done too deep are hell to smooth out on small details. As you gain in experiance, you may wish to leave them out entirely and only refer to the original pattern when using your figure beveling tools. If you use a craftaid, you will also want to just press the dotted sections in lightly for the same reason. Another reason for tracing lightly is that it is easier to correct any tracing mistakes. Nothing looks stranger than an animal with one leg thicker, or thinner, than the other leg. After tracing, and before carving, take some time to evauate the traced design carefully and make any corrections as needed. Once you have cut an error into the design....well..that is what you are usually stuck with - an error. Thank you kindly for that advice..
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What do the different titles for members eg Ambassador mean
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Different Leatherworker.net membership choices. Contributing members get extra features and permissions on the board. To become a member click on Subscriptions & join… It is worth it considering the wealth of information found here.
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I'am a contributing member already
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Ambassadors are volunteer 'meet and greet' folk tat make sure newcomers know their contributions are appreciated. A huge responsibility on a site like LW. Moderators try to keep some semblance of order... hope this helps!
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Try using an ultra thin pen. Get a Pilot Precise V5 extra fine. It is super fine and perfect for fine lines. Use an old one if you do not want ink on the transfer sheet. You can get them at any office max/depot. Its what I u Thank you very much for that advice and I will get one of those pens Yes I tried that pen and it works thank you
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Hi guys, Is there anywhere on the site that I can look at to get advise on using tracing paper to trace fine details for figure carving , also any tips would be great to hear. I am finding the ball point stylus lines are to thick and ugly looking Thank you
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watersnake replied to Johanna's topic in Announcements and Administrivia
Hi Jo, Could you add me also to the adult area Ron -
Hi from Australia , What sort of dye do you use for the colors .. Savoy Leather Facebook Page Web Photo Album
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Thank you guys , very helpful Ron Thanks mate Ron
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G'day all, I want to make a ranger belt , I have never worn one and only seen pictures of them.. What I want to know is how do you wear them, do you fold the inner strap over each other at the ends in front or do the ends just touch each other .. The reason I want to know is for measuring the belt to fit me and also to wear it properly Stay safe people Ron
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What are these and what are they used for please DUPLI-CARVE"-EMBOSSING PLUGS
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Go here mate http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=370490320902&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
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Does any one have any older design craftaids for sale , The ones I want are horse ones from the 1950s onwards . I'm willing to pay a fair price via pay pal for the items and shipping to Australia for the right ones.. Will buy as many as you have ( no flowers or scrolls only outdoors scenes )
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Can someone tell me which is the best craftool to use to get more realistic scales on fish .. My fish looks a bit sickly ..
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Thank you both for those great comments
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When do figure craving is it better to use a small or a big beveller
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I posted a wallet that I carved from a craftaid pattern on critique to be judged by my piers . After 22 views no replies . is it because it is that horrible or not even worth the time to reply ..
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Thank you to those people that answered my questions over the past few days , You have been very very helpful
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How do I get the edges of my embossed work all neat an smooth around the edges
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On this page click on the 3rd subject "How Do I Do That?" and then click on "Finishing Edges" By hidepounder. There you will find expert information on the subject.
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He's talking about the edges around embossed areas. You can use a combination of beveling and smoothing with a modeling spoon to give your embossed areas nice smooth edges.
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how do I sharpen an edge tool
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I use fine grain wet/dry sanding paper. Cut a trip the width of the slot in the edger and sharpen the inside edge with this.
Sharpen the outside edge either with a sharpening stone or bigger piece of the paper, remembering to follow the curve.
It can be a bit fiddley but saves buying a fine jewellers file or some such.
Hope this helps
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I used a small diamond tip dremel tool on mine yesterday and it worked a treat. You have to have the right angle and be very quick.
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i use one of the edger sharpener things form w
from weaver. strips of leather, wax and
oxide grit on one and a rouge polish on
other
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I live in Mudgee NSW
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G'day everyone , I am just new to leathercraft hope to pick up a few things from this site to learn all I can.. I be 64 male married Australian.