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That is generally the sentiment with regards to trademark issues. I participate in the movie prop hobby and this frequently comes up. Making a "one off" is not an issue as is taking intellectually owned property and attempting to sell. If you paint Mickey Mouse on a child's shirt the Disney company will likely not bother you about it. However, if you start painting Mickey Mouse shirts and selling them... that's a different story.

Stunning work!

Your technique worked, it looks wonderful!

I reallly like the placement of the rope and anchor. Did you use an antiquing to set off the design or is it just the dye? Your uncle is going to love the belt.

My wife owns a few high end bags including LV. The quality of knockoffs are definitely not better than LW. She has has pointed out to me the quality difference based on shoddy construction and low quality parts. Based on this thread I noticed today my wife was carrying an LV wallet. I asked her thoughts on the quality and she pointed out that particular wallet had little wear and she has owned and used it for 15 years. I doubt many Chinatown knockoff (where most New Yorkers get their knockoffs) will last that long.

The typical LV bags you see (that cost a whole heck of a lot of money) are indeed painted material. They do leather bags but I think the OP is referring to the frequently seen logo style.

Thanks for posting your method. I appreciate seeing the different members' techniques.

What a ride! That was fun to watch.

What a fun design!

Ah, got it. Thanks for the explanation!

Excuse the silly newbie question but why seal the whole piece with neet laq before applying the antique paste? I assumed the neet laq was a final sealant? I know I am missing something important in this particular process! Thanks.

hint, hint, ..he wants more leathergoods!

Congrats on 10 years! Your hubby will love the belt and I hope he gave you something equally lovely.

Thanks for your attention on this Johanna.

I love the snake design! Excellent job.

I went back to find a recent email where this occurred and wouldn't you know it, the links bring me directly to the thread! Oh well, I shouldn't complain as things are working fine now. If it happens again I will forward the email. Appreciate the reply!

Hi. Just a quick note. This past week or so I notice emails received based on subscribed threads contain faulty links. I click the "The topic can be found here" link in the email and it directs me to some spammy-type site. I have to close the browser and re-click the subscription link to get to the Leatherworker site thread. Not sure if anyone else is experiencing this? Thanks

That's a gorgeous holster!

That is a very thoughtful act. The bracelet is a touching memorial to the lives that were lost.

To do one is amazing, the fact that you did multiple bags is incredible!

The quality looks great, it definitely gives off a bandolier vibe.

Very creative!

Great job. I'm in awe of the creativity on this site!

Hi. Does anyone have experience or advice on the spot setter tool offered by Tandy seen here? http://www.tandyleat...sd/8114-50.aspx