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So let me get this straight... we are to DRAW, Compose or otherwise make our own pattern... that is a landscape that says "in the heart of the summer" to us then attempt to carve it using what ever tools we wish?

This is about the coolest thing I've ever seen!! I can't really tell... because the pictures are so dang small... but I think they look pretty cool from a distance.

Update: His daughter posted this morning that he's had surgery to relieve some pressure on his brain. He is in critical but stable condition. They still do not know how much brain damage he's sustained.

Some companies call it foil leather. http://www.justleather.com/ http://www.dantonleather.com/New-Metal.html I've not used these so I know have a clue as to what your experience will be.

Yep! Exactly why I withdrew my interest in the round knife.

The information is on the Ferdco site. Specifications for Pro 1010 Walking foot and Bottom Feed Presser foot Lift - 3/4" Sews 5/8" thick leather 16" Work Space Heavy Duty Cylinder Arm Needle System - 794 S Serv-1 Forward & Reverse Stitching Thread sizes from 69 to 415 Economical & Affordable

I had to email him from his LW forum profile link... down and on the left. It took him several days before he replied. He told me that he does not take paypal and to " Please be patient as I only find time to check my email every three or 4 days."

I use paint.net for my graphics program. I go about this differently. Original, remove excess background. I do this by drawing a circle mask and Ctrl-X to cut the image I want from the original. Then I paste as new image. (edit-paste as new image) Then save. Then... I go to Effects-Stylize-Outline... I get this. Then I change it to black and white. Adjustments - Black and White. It needs a little more help so I click Effects, Artistic, Ink Drawing. And I get this. Done. Keep in mind this works best with a photo or picture that has good contrast initially.

That's very good news Union! I am very glad you found my post helpful. They are such a wonderful couple... and I can't say enough good things about them.

Are any of the pieces from your broken one salvageable? What broke?

LOL No, YOU ROCK.

I just got an email from this fellow.... he doesn't take paypal and wants money orders.

I withdraw my interest in this item. The gentleman does not take paypal.

ha ha ha... Yes... I understand it's important to show the guitar who is boss. I'm pretty sure he tunes the guitar down to either drop D or DADGAD for that one. If you like Jim... you should look up his CD First Fruits. He has lots of christian music on it. All fingerstyle. And all really well played.

And here's a decent video that may help too

Ok then. For buck stitch you'll need at least this e-book. https://www.leathercraftlibrary.com/p-1123-lacing-and-stitching-for-leathercraft.aspx? 3/16" thonging chisel (I like the angled ones) 3/16" single chisel locking needles 3/16" flat leather lace. (white is hard to find btw) scissors Read the book first it will give what else you need... As for the leather... can't advise you on the upholstery leather... that's really something you want to see and feel.

Buck stitching looks like the white stitches on the photo on this page. http://www.buckstitched.com/ Is that the look you are going for?

This is one of my Guitar teachers @ Jamplay. Arranged and played by Jim Deeming

Same here on the round knife. I even sent an email via his profile. Nothing.

Has anyone gotten an answer from this fellow?

Dag nabbit... I just bought a BK maul new. LOL

LOL I think he wants you to take over again, Twin.

lightengale If you plan to use highlight or antique... super sheen a couple times over the cova color and allow it to dry VERY well... then antique. If you don't the result is a nasty look.

I was just notified on FB that Gary Lyon the maker and owner of http://www.leathertools4u.com has gotten into a Terrible accident. " To Gary's friends on Facebook....This is Anna Marie, Gary has been in a terrible accident, not sure if he will come out of it. Please keep him in your prayers. Cease all orders. Anything after 10:30 yesterday morning will probably not be shipped." Prayer's please.