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I consider myself more of a copy machine. Or a 3D printer of sorts. Ask me to draw the art I put on leather and you'd be pretty disappointed.

Thank you. I bought the box at a local store for 7 bucks. I couldn't make one for less than 300 bucks. Thank you! Pretty cool eh?

When you have good customers, it’s nice to give them something special. I lined the box with soft felt to protect the holster during shipping and added the practice carving as decoration.

Not me. People who create art are artists. I recreate art on leather. More of a craftsman, really.

Good solution. FYI, Barry King makes a set of these stamps. Be glad they didn't ask you for a meandros. Those are a spiral version of the greek keys.

LMAO! Same here! Frisket has been used in water color and other media for a long time. Hobby lobby, Dick Blicks and Michaels all carry it.

Lol! I understand fully! On my second coffee of the day already.

Dude..I don't leave the house between 11 and 4 without SPF 1 billion! And you're right. Its creepy.

Despite using this technique, I am still tickled when it works as anticipated. Soooooo many failures have left me with a nervous tic. Still have edges, holes and finish to apply and then its done.

Next step. Fade applied and latex removed to reveal pristine leather underneath.

I was disappointed too, although I am pretty sure I remember it. Oh well. Not the last awesome piece to grace these pages.

You are an astute observer!

We buy a mold spray here that I use. Its pretty strong, no idea of the percentage. I do wipe it down afterwards with fresh water.

If you've ever tried to resist dye with tan kote or supersheen or whatever, you probably had less than stellar results. Using liquid frisket can do the job but there's a few things you need to know.

Bad stitching is like a beautiful woman with awful teeth.

@bikermutt07, still waiting to hear from you!

Could be a pressed belt by Ellis Barnes. He has a lot of plates that were originally carved by Al. Pic will help for sure.

We have that problem here in Rhodes in the winter. I spray bleach on my items. Doesn't affect colors or finishes and works better than anything else. However, I don't know about your leather so test in an inconspicuous area or on scrap to be sure.

Yes, and no. We are considering holding a destination leather retreat here with great teachers, food, drinks and as much beach and sight seeing as you can handle, but this class is online so only I'll be here in Rhodes.

Yes, thats the stuff. Here, its called brushing lacquer. The sprays are probably acrylic but I'm not 100% certain of that.

Folks, I am proud to announce that I have partnered up with Robert Black of Marlinspike Knot Works for a two part series on how to braid leather. Robert is well known for his video series, and he built this class to allow beginners and veterans alike to learn something. Hope to see you there! Please register for Decorative Knotting With Robert Black on Tuesday, May 29, 2018 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM CDT at: https://attendee.gototraining.com/r/7672318861482345473Join us as renowned braider Robert Black of Marlinspike Knotworks shares his decades of experience and knowledge in part one of of a two part series about decorative knotting with leather. In the two part series, Robert will explain and demonstrate a set of decorative knots and braids using a step-by-step sequence that is easy to understand and follow. Robert will provide a complete list of the tools, supplies and materials needed to complete the projects discussed and he will elaborate on knot tying skills which will become important building blocks for use in many other fancy knotting projects. Robert will explore how these building blocks can be combined to produce a wide variety of exciting projects which will provide enjoyment for many years to come. Knotting History Knot Tying Terms Tools & Supplies Tightening Skills Finishing Technique Constrictor Knot Spanish Ring Knot 7 Lead 6 Bight Turk’s Head Herringbone Interweave Gaucho Interweave 4 Strand Braid 8 Strand Braid After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the training.

That's a long time ago! Shading with white is difficult, but you did a convincing job. Good eye too.

Your ticket for matte finish is either matte brushing lacquer for wood work, or the spray finishes from 3M or other brands. You can find all of them at hardware or woodworking stores.

The work doesn't mean I couldn't be a slob in my work area, and I WAS when I was on my kitchen table. Not so much anymore.

Hardly. But when I first started, I was very enthusiastic and my supplies and projects quickly outdid my limited work area.