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Howdy Folks, Anyone know of good source with reasonable prices for hd polyethelens sheets. Would like to have something @ 24" 48" or up tp 96" long. Found a couple of sites that had the material, at very high price and shipping to Alabama was as much as the material price, for 24" x 48". God Bless.

I am by no means a production expert but I do cut a good number of straps with the Tippmann embosser which has a cutting setup included. No idea if this would work for you but I cut some decent straps, using the guides. God Bless.

Anyone know of a manual or information sheet that describes/explains what the different components are on machines such as the Cobra4 and CB 4500, both of which appear to be identical? Would be a tremedous asset for someone, as myself, that knows zilch about these machines. Things I find difficult to obtain, is information about ; what types of thread to use for particular projects/operations, proper thread tensions and how to gauge what is correct and how to make proper adjustments, what needles to use for different threads and sewing operations, proper use and adjustments/setups of different plates and feet, and an overall good troubleshooting guide. Wish I knew these things and could publish such a manual as it seems as though there are many of the units in use and probably many more to come. Newcomers, never having touched a sewing machine before, would certainly find such a book beneficial. I would be happy to put together a sheet, describing the various components on the machines if I could find out more about them. Printed material and cd's included with the machines do not seem to go into detailed explanations about machine components and how they function. All I would need is pics of machines showing the different components and information about them. Would then send copy to the machine vendors that would like to have them, all at no cost. Any ideas or information would be appreciated. God Bless.

Cleaner than a doctors office. Amazing and makes me envious. Who does all the cleaning? Thought I was looking at an operating room it is so neat and clean. Good work. God Bless. Ray

Looking for good Weaver hand clicker. Have like new Tippmann Embosser that would consider trading. God Bless.

What is the best hand operated embosser available today? Small shop with one crafter seeking hand operated embossing machine and opinions of others would be of great value. Thanks, Ray

Anyone have opinions about the best operated hand embossing machine, reasonably priced, on the market today? Looking for an embosser and would like some advice and/or feedback on machines that might be a good device for a small shop. Thank you in advance. Ray aka Helmut

Another of my many items to be placed in the hands of leathercrafter. FREEEEEEEEEEEEEE Many bottles of artist acrylic paints for someone willing to travel to Opelika, Al. and take home. Most are new, some may need thinner from lack of use but all worthwhile for someone using paints on leather. Some small bottles, large bottles and tubes and tons of different colors. Paint for along time with the amount of paint you will receive. Some artist chalks and miscellaneous items included. Email if you would like to visit and take this collection home. God Bless. Ray

Hey Jimbob, I am in Big Swamp, Alabama, commonly known by its modernized name of Opelika, Al., just next to Auburn. Wish I were close to a leathercrafter but haven't been lucky enough to find any in this immediate area. Thank you for extending an offer and wish I could accept Ray

Hey Winterbear, I learned a bit more and suppose I must prepare myself for the events that will surely take place. Murphy, I am sure, is probably hanging around the neighborhood so I assume he will invoke his usual law. Ray

Hey Brian, Good book for skulls, etc; "Tatto Bible Volume 2", found on Amazon. Volume 1 is good but 2 is better. Do a search for tattoo art under books on Amazon. They have quite a selection. The book you have is a good book. Ray aka Helmut

Had posted information about this collection under another category but probably better here. Over the years, I have collected drinking vessels, ie; cups, glassware, steins/mugs, etc; and now clearing out my estate. This collection has, in the area of, 1500 or so, different items and would sincerely like to see a leatherworker with side interest in such a collection, contact me. I am not able to pack, list, or itemize due to limitations, but there are very many intersting and collectible items. You would have to be able to visit Opelika/Auburn area of Alabama to pick up the items. Price will amaze you and we can discuss if you are sincere. Please provude a contact number or email offsite so as not to tie up this net. In addition, for your information, there are many items that will be sold at very reasonable prices. My intention is to keep only the pyrography and leatherworking items, hopefully to enjoy a bit longer. Will respond to all who respond, on or offsite as you prefer. Ray aka Helmut

I have a like new Tippmann Embosser with cutting blade and necessary tools for set up. Would like to consider trading for a clicker such as the Weaver hand operated clicker or something, perhaps even better. If any interest, please email and we can discuss. Must be easy to operate as have physical limitations. Ray

Hello Cumberland, Never heard of that one but will be searching for very soon. No idea how a heat glazer would work but it sounds like an interesting item Thank you for the information. My search moves forward another notch. God Bless. Ray aka Helmut

I have been shopping for a burnishing machine. What type do you have that comes with so many options? Ray

Currently in process of relocating my leathercraft setup to smaller area of my workshop to save a bit on utilities and make access easier for me. I am seeking someone, hopefully a fellow leatherworker, that has a side interest in collecting drinking vessels, ie; cups, mugs, glassware, etc, and is close enough to Opelika/Auburn area of Alabama and could make a trip to see if this collection would be something of interest. 1500 pieces, or more, and they must be packed and loaded by others as my physical situation would not allow me to complete such activity. If this sounds like something of interest, please contact me as soon as possible and I will fill you in on all of the details. Not something to spend time over or occupy space on this net. Just want to see that it ends up in the hands of sincere leatherworker. No time to photograph eveything and no desire to list on one of the auction sites. Time is extremely important these days and would be an extreme chore to list each item for someone. Send me a phone number or email address and I will contact you asap. Please, if you wish me to call, add the best times for me to call. The price will surprise you and certainly, please you. While I am at it, I make mention that many items are to be sold at very low prices and something here for everyone. Disposing of my entire estate, except my leather working and pyrography items. God Bless. Ray aka Helmut

rHey Scary, Again you gave me some information. Out of time? Okay, I will now have to become a techy as well. Ouch!! I agree about classes. Nothing in my area and nobody nearby to go to to get the education that would be beneficial for a newbie. I have a friend that is an upholsterer and he said he will give me a few pointers but the projects he works with are all very light weight and mostly vinyl and cloth. Some of the tips should be worthwhile, or at least I hope that will be the end result. Soon we will be entering a new year and best of everything to you and everyone else. Pray that it is better than the last. Keep in touch if you care to. God Bless. Ray

Hello Scary, Again, thank you for the information. The thread site is great and from what I am learning from my searches, their prices are very good as well. Now all I have to do is wait until the machine arrives and see if I can make it work. That should be an interesting ordeal. So much to learn and so little time to do it. Hope I live to be a 1000. lol. God Bless. Ray aka Helmut

Thank you for the thread information. Machine is a Cobra 4 from Leather Machine Company.

Went to DAFONT today and downloaded a few fonts. USE CAUTION !!!!!!!!!!! One, or more of them wiped out my system and now going through a long rebuild but wanted to let everyone know what I ran into. Must be something new as the security program could not detect it. I am not a computer tech and have no idea which font it was.

Need to learn about thread for machine sewing. New venture with new machine and have hno idea about composition and sources for thread. Holsters, belts, small cases, etc; will be my primary items for sewing. What is the strongest, the best, and how many different types are available? And, of course, who gives the best service and good pricing? All helping hands sincerely appreciated.

Looking for a reasonably priced powered burnisher like the unit being sold by Weaver leather. Will consider others if they would perform as I need. Hands giving the old man problems but want to keep on going with my leather projects. God Bless.

Anyone have a used Weaver Burnisher they would like to sell. In great condition, of course. God Bless.

New to machine sewing and machine to arrive in January and I am wondering what type thread is best to use for general project work, belts, holsters, small cases, etc; and the best sources of these products. Never touches a sewing machine before but going to learn now, I hope. Any assistance will be appreciated. God bless. Ray aka Helmut

Seeking input on what might be the best books for belt, holster making. I have the Stohlman books but wondering if there is anything out there that would enhance them and perhaps be a bit more current. Would appreciate any information and ideas. Also would like to find some current sketch books, filled with line art/sketches as I am not an artist when good sketching is required so alway on the lookout for nice art subjects from which I can obtain ideas, etc. Merry Christmas to all and best wishes for the coming new year. God Bless. Ray aka Helmut