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  1. Basically Bob
    Looks really nice!
  2. Basically Bob
    Wow! The bag looks great and you did a wonderful job with the video. You really put a lot of thought into the process and I have a great deal of respect for that. I am sure that your girlfriend is thrilled with her new bag! Thanks for sharing ... looking forward to seeing more of your work!
  3. Basically Bob
    Wow! Great job!
  4. Basically Bob
    Some good ideas here!
  5. Basically Bob
    I use a hot creaser ... heat it with a torch until it is really hot - normally over-heated. I test the heat by repeatedly pressing the creaser on a piece of scrap. As soon as it stops burning the leather, I start using it.
  6. Basically Bob
    Two of the handiest measuring tools I use are a flat, 6"square and a centering ruler.
  7. Basically Bob
    Wow! That’s beautiful & some pretty nice thread to boot!
  8. Basically Bob
    I like it! Was thinking of doing something like this for myself with a leather pocket to hold a few small tools that I always seem to misplace while I am working. Ie: Scratch awl, 6” square, knife
  9. Basically Bob
    My copy of Buddy Holly's guitar cover he made for himself.
    Love it!
  10. Basically Bob
    Re padded straps ... one of the reasons many players do not like padded straps, especially if they sweat a lot, is that the strap will really start to stink after while from the sweat.
  11. Basically Bob
    Nice work.
  12. Basically Bob
    Every aspect of that sleeve looks great! Thanks for sharing!
  13. Basically Bob
    Great work! I especially appreciate the detail and skill required to put theat bag together ... a showcase of Leather working skills done right!.
  14. Basically Bob
    Looks like a good solution. I like it!
  15. Basically Bob
    Speaking from a past gigging bass player's perspective. Lining: I dislike suede, I find it is too sticky - especially with shirts made of corduroy. I also dislike linings (like the grain side of veg tanned) that slide around a lot. My favorite lining is a chrome tanned, soft and supple garment style leather ... it's just right. Width: My straps are 3 - wide. Works for me. Padding: Lots of players like it but lots don't like it at all. Personally, I don't like it. For inspiration, check out the straps from Brookwood Leather: http://brookwoodleather.com/ and Ethos Custom Brands: https://www.ethoscustombrands.com/collections/guitar-straps Good Luck!
  16. Basically Bob
    I think it looks great!
  17. Basically Bob
    I would highly recommend that you consider a bench mounted splitter. I was extremely fortunate, a few years ago to win a small vintage splitter at a local leather workers event. It is one of those tools, that, as a hobbiest, may seem hard to justify, but I can tell you that I really don't know how I would get along without mine.
  18. Basically Bob
    Looks great! I always look forward to seeing your work!
  19. Basically Bob
    Looks great ... She should be thrilled!
  20. Basically Bob
    Hey Reindeer - have you been to the Learnleather.com website? It's a great resource and there are a couple of instructional videos that you might be interested in. (I am in no way affiliated with the site. Just a very happy subscriber) Here's a link: http://www.learnleather.com/leather-working-videos/page/2/ BTW, I was so frustrated with my basket stamping and the video on Learnleather.com solved the problem I was having.
  21. Basically Bob
    Love it!
  22. Basically Bob
    Good stuff! thanks for sharing!
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  24. Basically Bob
    Seems to make sense, but I do know that a lot of guys on the bass players' forum I frequent, avoid padded straps because they eventually stink. That being said, others do use them. I have never used and will not use a padded strap, (just a personal preference) so I can not speak from personal experience.
  25. Basically Bob
    I would not use open celled foam in any products worn next to the body (like guitar straps) ... sweat can be an issue.
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