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8 minutes ago, plinkercases said:

I like re-using the cut outs as coaster! this is very cool. what weights did you use for outer and liner?

it could be cool inside to make a small "box" between the cups for those who take the cream and sugar separate.

It was an added bonus!  It’s 5 oz with a 4 oz liner.  I’d probably build a gusset on the pocketbacause there’s not a lot of room between the cups.

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I use it all the time!

[Confessions of a leather worker or Why did I do that?]

LOL!  Well shit.

 

[Confessions of a leather worker or Why did I do that?]

1 hour ago, ABHandmade said:

Mike, if you suddenly have nowhere to put some of your tools, you can send them to me
I do not claim to a swivel knife made of snag

No problem.  Just send me your address and all your spare cash

 

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23 minutes ago, ABHandmade said:

Sometimes simple things demonstrate the high level of skill.

And sometimes, they do just the opposite   I really like how the stitching came out on this on though!

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13 minutes ago, bikermutt07 said:

Beautiful work, Mike. You give us all something to aspire towards.

Thank you.  This is an easy project to make.  Fun too!

[Quick change multi directional embossing blocks.]

Shhhhh.  If I had packaging that good, I wouldn't have to work so hard!

[Quick change multi directional embossing blocks.]

That is some next level awesome right there.  I hope to one day have that level of professional packaging.

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Here are some pics from my latest article in the Leather Crafter's and Saddler's Journal.  Detailed instructions and a pattern are included in the issue, along with why this is a necessity in my life!

[Confessions of a leather worker or Why did I do that?]

LOL!  Truth.

[Confessions of a leather worker or Why did I do that?]

Exactly!  I always tell myself I'll one day have a wall for all my tools etc, and that I'll put them back immediately after using them.   Pfffft.

 

[Confessions of a leather worker or Why did I do that?]

6 hours ago, YinTx said:

me:  Why do I have so many stitching irons?  I need to sell some of these off.  I only use a few of them.

also me:  Oooh, thats a pretty stitching iron.  It looks nice with my other irons.  I bet it makes a perfect stitch line....

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me:  Why do I have so many dang knives?  I need to sell some of these off.  I only use a few of them.

also me:  Wow, I bet that knife cuts awesome, and you never have to sharpen it, and after a fast strop, it'll skive vellum to an angstrom thick!  must have it....

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me:  What am I going to do with all this leather???

also me:  What a great price on this fantastic bridle leather!  I could make so many awesome things with that!

 

and so it goes, on and on....

YinTx

So true... I have 20 times the tools I need to do my work.  And I still see a new shiny one and think, hmmmm....

My confession:  Mm bench is a mess.  I clean it regularly but it always collects piles of stuff.  I blame it on lack of space, but I must admit that it would probably be the same no matter what.

[Why you should buy a round knife.]

For discussion purposes, inspired by a lot of silly info on the FB.

https://vimeo.com/287673531

[Texas Custom Dies]

I agree with you completely.  Anything else is uncivilized.

[Sheridan Carved cell phone slip case]

Thats coming along nicely!

[New Guild]

Cool  Then you know what you're getting yourself into.  I looked at starting a recognized internet guild with my FB page a while back, but I chose not to for a variety of reasons, some of what I listed above.  A physical guild will be easier to manage all the way around.

 

[Hello from Italy]

Welcome from Greece!

[Awl needle sizing]

In short, there is no standardization. The only consistency of any tool numbers is from a single maker.  What a number two from on maker means something else entirely from another maker.  I would try to go with the manufacturer who gives physical sizes in mm if you're unsure.  Sadly, I have a half dozen awls on account of this very issue, and no two are the same, even those from the same maker.  A lot of people learn to shape their own awl blades on account go this.  

[Ray Hackbarth..... what are they worth]

If they are the older versions with the longer shaft, they are about 40 bucks each.

 

[Wholesale source for high-quality buckles]

You keep posting this.  Maybe check your browser?

[how can you make airbrushed dyes penetrate deeper?]

20 hours ago, Jarednem said:

I guess you can use a dauber and then airbrush to make things look even

That doesn't really work.  If its uneven to start, airbrushing will show it.  Unless you go way darker than intended.  Black is the great equalizer  

[New Guild]

@Bluesman

[New Guild]

Running a guild is a LOT of work.  It requires paperwork, a board, Robert's rules and the like.  Contact the IFOLG for information on how to get started.  They will send you a packet that needs to be filled out and point you in the right direction.  Good luck!

 

 

If you do get one started, I know a lot of people in your area who might be interested.

 

[Semper Fi My Marine]

Congrats, Jo!  That's an awesome achievement and I'm glad you're a proud mom!

[how can you make airbrushed dyes penetrate deeper?]

Well, nothing can take the place of dyes applied with wool, and the question was can help the dye soak deeper, not as deep as.  Oiling before and after your dye coats will help improve the durability of the finish beyond just spraying it, but if you want dauber depth you'll have to get good at making even colors and fades sans airbrush.  It can be done, but its not easy.