Harley Corns

I'm with you Cheryl. This tutorial is very deserving of being pinned.

A "bump" brings a thread that hasn't been commented on in a while back to the top....and this particular thread is definitely worthy of such a deed. Thanks northmount !

Very nice work CWR...and I also like that Jeremiah Watt stamp you used. I went to his site and didn't see that design. Could it possibly be one that he doesn't offer to the public yet...or any longer. And...thanks for the explanation of your stamping layout process.

I totally agree Lightingale. I've only participated in one monthly challenge (breakthrough) ..but it was theme based and each of the participants had their own individual design and ideas. I learned a great deal with my project....largely because I was motivated by the challenge to do the research and to try several things for the first time. But I also learned a great deal (probably more) from ideas and varied designs of the other participants. It was a win..win all around for me.

called a Button Stud Tandy leather sells them for around $3.00

I'd like to be added too please. Thanks...

Thats quite a surprise gift! and from the color of the wood it looks like it might be made out of walnut. Regardless...its beautiful.

DH, I'd like to hear more of how you utilize a dulled Xacto blade. I'm always trying to come up with new and/or improvised tools.... Much appreciated.

I just saw this thread ...and thought I'd share a Youtube video I found on the subject. DIY - Modified Arbor Press for Rivets (eyelets) - kenpoist7.mp4 I'm in the process of modifying my 1 ton from Harbor Freight...for use much like lwm803 described( rivets,snaps and 3D and letter stamps) I drilled the ram...and turned a shaft with the appropriate diameter(with an O ring slot) on the end to receive the 3D stamps. The O ring holds the stamp in place during the process. Next my plan is to make adaptors that will work for each of the different size of rivets, and snaps...and probably a hole punch as well. When all is finished.... i predict my total out of pocket will be less than $100.

This tutorial is outstanding Yak Lady. Your easy to follow-step by step instructions are helping me grow and expand my leather skills into figure carving....plus you have helped me feel like a true artist. Thank you for taking the time and for your willingness to share your expertise (and at no charge, is like icing on the cake). And a tip of the hat to northmount as well, for making the PDF's available. PS I agree wholeheartedly with Cheryl......This tutorial deserves to be pinned.

Beautiful ....you did a great job all around. I hope you post pics of your daughters bag when its completed.

Greetings Rae, I think I might like to participate in your May challenge....but not really sure what it entails, so I'll need to wait until at least your next posting before deciding.

Very nice work.

I found his book "Figure Carving Finesse" to very informative and helpful,and IMO...while its rather pricey,its well worth the investment.(in fact I think Tandy has it on sale in May.($18) After seeing your excellent drawings, I believe you'll be interested in what he shows and demonstrates on portrait carving ,beveling,etc.to help make the images appear lifelike.

Have you looked through any of Al Stohlman's books of figure carving?