TimberWolf

Thanks Jim ! No hand sewing,..I use my Artisan 3000. Tim

Hey all, Two open top knife sheaths. Nothing fancy, just functional with minimum trim. Pattern designed by me. This size fits a smaller folding knife, like the Buck 112, or most others that are 4.25 " tall. They are fully lined and have a sturdy belt clip. The black sheath was made in 45 minutes- start to finish. thanks for viewing! Tim

I readjusted the tension as you suggested (counterclockwise)...problem solved in seconds! The stitch now looks perfect! Thanks again Art !! Tim

Howdy, Amy! Welcome to the forum. Check in often, there are tons of great information here! I wish there was an internet way back when I started....would have made learning a whole lot easier! Tim

Art, thank you very much for the advice! I will try re-adjusting the main tension. One thing I find helpful when turning the tension adjuster: I have put a small dot of white paint on the adjuster to use as a reference point. If I turn two revolutions for example, then I can put the adjuster back exactly where it was if need be. Thanks again Tim

Jordan, that is a zig zag machine (LZ), but I don't know much about the specifics. The flat machines made for heavier material usually have a DNU or LU prefix. I have a DNU 241 which looks similar. The LZ probably will be limited in the thread size for starters, mine can only use a 138 on the high end. You really should go with a cylinder bed machine for bulkier or layered work. The flat machines would do belts OK, but not projects that require alot of room to flip the work around under the machine head. Tim

Mr.Hoda, I feel the shipping would not be cost effective for anyone making a small purchase, no matter what low price you could extend. I do not know what carrier you use, but I did some research calculating shipping cost from the US Postal Servive (USPS), and also UPS. Using 65 pounds for package weight, (possibly 5-8 sides ?) the cost quoted online was between $476.- $600. US dollars. Now, granted, this quote was from USA to Bangladesh, but I would be interested in your estimate for shipping. Also, what if the leather did not meet expectations? A small shop buyer could not afford to pay return shipping. Input? Thank you, Tim

Luis, very nice! Welcome to the forum! Tim

Very nice, Gearsmithy! What model is it going to be mounted on? Tim

hey Beeza, the length of the bag body is 16". I don't think latigo would wet mould, but I haven't tried it. Let me know what you come up with! Thanks tim

Thanks so much, everyone! Much appreciated!! Tim

Welcome, Steve! I checked out your web link...very nice work. Tim

Thanks to everyone for the kind comments! Much appreciated! I would be glad to answer any specific questions you all might have. As you can see, the designs are first pressed into the leather using an embossing plate. For production work and consistant results, I found that is the best way to go. I had the artwork made into plates using an "acid etch" method on 1/4" magnesium. My shop press (just a 12 ton jack in a bearing press) is what I use to transfer the design. Then it is a matter of "coloring between the lines". Again, thanks for everyones interest! Tim

Thanks, Scott! The top coat is Fiebings Saddle-Lac spray. I have used it for years. It is a good choice for leather that will be outdoors much of the time. Tim

Thanks, Ken!! The colors I use in the airbrush are dyes made for the shoe industry, but the company, Artistic Chemicals, was sold a few years ago and I am having a problem replacing colors. The suppliers that carried it no longer do. I may have to experiment with other airbrush dyes. Braiding: I need to practice the lefty braid....time to dig into the scrap box. I agree, the braid would look more symetrical, but my hands don't want to cooperate!! LOL! Tim

Hey all, completed these tank panels today. They fit a Harley Davidson Softail 00-08. The wolf panel is made from Wickett/Craig harness tooling leather/ 10 oz., with airbrush finish and braided leather edges.. The buffalo skull tank panel is a pocket style. The art work is airbrushed on a thin 3oz. tooling kip. Pocket portion is Siegel Diamond Tan black, base is Wicket 10 oz. latigo. Thanks for looking! Tim

Larry, your work is EXCEPTIONAL! Do you cut a groove around the perimeter before stitching? Very nice all around!! Tim

Masja, welcome to the leather forum! I had the opportunity to tour the Netherlands on a Harley Davidson motorcycle some years ago. I have fond memories of all the great people I met and places I visited. We look forward to seeing your leather work! Tim

THANKS guys! Here is a wolf head patch that has been on my leather vest for a while. I airbrushed this one about ten years ago. Tim

Kevin, I think the 1541 is the newer model of my Juki 241. The big walking foot can obscure the view on those tricky curves, I know mine does. Again, great job!

Thanks for the kind words, Ken! Tim

Thanks Gray! I buy latigo from Wickett & Craig. Tim

Kevin, extra nice!! I know stitching around all those curves can be pain, you did a great job! What model machine do you use? Tim

Beeza, Thanks!...the wider bags are 12", narrow 10" gusset 4.5" If you have a specific model in mind, let me know. The slots for mounting to the forks vary, depending on the model, as HD has a few different fork dimensions. Tim

Thanks, Mike! The flap trim is just an edge piping, or welt. I have a few different colors, depending on the bikes' paint. Alot of cycle accessories have that type of trim. Just looks a little cleaner than a raw edge. Tim