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So what do people do? You have to back stitch right?

Does backstitching with a leather needle cut the thread?

The hardest time I am having is that I been using Herman Oaks Drum dyed brown that has a gloss to it. I been asking them to split it to 2-3oz but I usually end up with a few square feet of 4 oz, which is far too thick for wallet insides. I find little projects here and there to use the 4 oz but it’s not easy when the size of the piece is inconsistent. I am not a fan of the glazed pig skin, as it makes my wallets look cheap. What type of 2oz vegetable tanned leather are people using for the insides? It seems most are using kid skin or some other plastic like stuff.

Does it stay on pretty well? Is it a top layer stain, or does it penetrate a bit more like a dye. I used to use eco flow what was concerned about the stain coming off on peoples clothes from sweat or moisture or something.

I need a small splitter that will work well for wallet backs. Needs to split at least 4”. I had seen bench top splitters, and wondering if they are worth the price. I would like to use the same leather for the back as the insides m, so need to split down to 2oz. Any advice on a decent one that works? Does any of Tandy’s work?

Unless it’s with a hand powered machine, such as a Tippman.

Perfect. I actually may end up in Winter WI.

Alcohol based stuff wont really freeze, but the leather is more of the concern, right?

I want to have a seperate shop outside my house. My question is is will leather be ok if it gets below freezing? Is there an ideal temperature I need to keep the shop at all times, or can I just warm it when I am in there? I will soon be moving to the northern parts of the states.

What type of engraver do you have? Are you happy with it? Have you had any regrets buying it?

Perfectly stated.

Hand made is when you make the item from start to finish. Not purchasing pre-made items. I don’t think a sewing machine really matters as the words are “hand made” not “hand sewn”. Fact is is not everything really needs the strength of a hand sewn item. Many stitches are mearly for looks. If product does not go through a manufacturing belt and the item is made with great detail and attention; as well as actually touching and manipulating it with your own hands, I see it as hand-made. Saying this, I will both carve and tool as well as use the occasional stamp. If something is entirely stamped, I am sure to tell people. Custom, hand-made, personalized, they are all different. Some people make some shitty hand-made items. They are not artisans. Quality has nothing to do with how it’s made, just who’s making it.

Thank you. We had rented the place for 1 year now. Normally it is very dry, but this year we have had lots of rain. It’s just a tad more damp but the plastic on the ground kept the moisture trapped. There is no mold or mildew issues anywhere else. I just bought some spray to kill the mildew and will be putting a dehumidifier down there. Fortunately, it is not the black stuff on wood, drywall, etc... only some in between the cement and plastic. Thank you. I hope I can do this without spreading too much of the spores.

I work in my basement. Although it is usually pretty dry, I put plastic down in case it ever floods. I rent, so know little of the area. It had never flooded, yet it seems I have a white powdery substance under the plastic and it smells like mildew. I am considering getting rid of the plastic but worry if this will spread spores and ruin my leather. Any advice?

I work in my basement. Although it is usually pretty dry, I put plastic down in case it ever floods. I rent, so know little of the area. It had never flooded, yet it seems I have a white powdery substance under the plastic and it smells like mildew. I am considering getting rid of the plastic but worry if this will spread spores and ruin my leather. Any advice?

Thank you. I should have fished around the comments a bit more. I saw someone else ask without the quote tagged, so wanted to tag his quote. Appreciate it, just contacted them.

Do you have a website?

Do you think, or noticed if, the Tyvek weakens when it is perforated by the threading needle? I just made 2 and stitched mine as well. Then I was thinking, will it cause it to rip? I hate thinking double sided tape is the only thing holding it.

Have you had any issues with the tape not holding? Do you think stitching Tyvek would weaken it?

Do you prefer traditional T-pockets, or slit pockets? Why?

Thank you everyone.

I was going to start a project and suddenly got swamped with all kinds of other things. What is the longest you should case a 10oz belt blank for? Will it help if I keep it cool, I heard of people refridgerating it.

Thank you. I used to put tape behind it and one day just forgot about it. Not a clue why. Maybe glue fuems are eating my brain.

Is it best to antique before I filigree, or after? I been making filigree wallets and the usually antique after I cut. I figured it would help the sides of the cut leather however, it sure makes a mess on the backside.

I know this is an older topic but can I ask, did you use carved plugs or puddy? I’m learning how to emboss and it seems many people use putty. When would comeone use carved plugs instead?