Konnie

Welcome to the forum. If you read the many old posts here in the forum, almost no question is left open. But if you need help, you'll get an answer here from the fantastic people. Greetings from Franconia

When my first head knife (bought from Ebay) was really sharp I practiced and practiced. Meanwhile, I've also bought one of Bruce Johnson. Now I cut almost everything with my head or roundknife. Partly also grooves at 45 degrees. I chose this knife because I would like to master the tools of the old saddler. There must be a reason why this type knife was invented for leather work. I think so. I do not want to miss this knife.

It is not condescending, if you give a tip as you can get from this forum a lot of information. I can not count the hours I've spent reading the old posts. And no matter which theme I have chosen, there was almost always an answer. I even found answers without asking. Great advice which made me happy. And if I had a specific question, I also get an answer directly from the members. I am very glad that there is this archive of knowledge and thank all who have helped through their contributions to it. Konnie I hope Google has translated into my mind

Gerne hätte ich mir das einmal angesehen, aber Facebook ist nicht meine Welt und man muss sich ja dafür anmelden. Ich wünsche Dir viel Erfolg Jonathan Konnie I would like to have visited the forum, but Facebook is not my world. I wish you much success Jonathan. Konnie

Thanks for the tip. I'll try it today.

The paste remains alone hanging on cloth. But the other two colors are much smoother and have more moisture. This color was probably a very long time with the seller. Probably no one would have chocolate and now I have to fight it. So I will stir constantly while holding their breath.

I stirred it, but it is not smooth. It looks very rough. I set it once in warm water. Mix with water is not good, right?

I bought 3 colors Fiebing's Antique Finish. A color is almost dried up like the picture shows. The seller says it is within tolerance and I can use it. If the goods are old? How do I do it smooth again? Can anyone help me? Konnie

Schmedt - The World of Bookbinding (Germany) www.schmedt.com suche: Ringmechanik - or in your own language, search: Ring Mechanism Konnie

I should turn on my brain before the topic There are also the very small slot punches for watchbands. That it will be. I found them at Dixon and Blanchard.

but where can I buy such a stamp? "punch 2 holes and cut the part in between out" - that looks after long and laborious work

Braided Appliqués. Page 449 Encyclopedia ........ Bruce Grant Which tool are those holes made - can anyone tell me? Konnie

Here you can ask again. I think he is specialized in Adler 30-1 and Singer 29K. Konnie www.altenaehmaschine.de

I also think the paper rotary cutter is not suitable for leather. You see it on the first photo. On picture 2 my big cardboard cutter can be seen. The cuts also thicker leather without problems. The pressing rail is held with a foot pedal. So I have hands free for the knife handle. I can also cut very thin strips. A knife in my machine for cardboard is installed. The picture 3 shows a cut 7 oz leather. But I have not bought the machine for leather work, only for bookbinding. Such large paper cutter here are often in the copy shop. Whether you there may also cut leather I do not know. DoubleC, perhaps a copy shop or a bookbinder is to ask around in your neighborhood. I cut most of my leather with a knife or with a strap cutting tool. WinterBear, I can only agree. I bought tools from Bruce Johnson and it's really very good and sharp. I hope my post was a little help. Konnie

Thanks for your posts. I also have a 29K 31 and I wanted to ask for the work that it is suitable. Wizcrafts that has already been answered. I have tested the machine and am very happy with the seam. Now I just wanted to know if I can use one of the two instructions for my machine. Konnie

Paul, My supplier "The Bear Gallery" is near munich about 125 miles away from where I live. So not really in my near. As for my leather work - I'm still in the practice phase. Here I'll show you a very small part, made after I had practiced clean edges. The small writing pad is only 2.36 x 2.76 inches. Konnie

Thanks for the "Wiener Schmäh", he brought a smile to my face. It was really my first piece. And even worked in Austria. In Schlierbach Monastery. The teacher was the leather artist René Berends. He makes really excellent and also reveals many useful tricks. Also in Munich, he often makes seminars and these are very popular. But enough with the first-thing. Let's focus on the upcoming work that will hopefully come soon.

Thank you Konnie

Thanks for the feedback. So I'm looking forward to new projects. Unfortunately I can decide only with difficulty. Too many ideas in my head. immiketoo - here is my answer to your question. I live in Franconia. Exactly half way from Munich to Berlin. Konnie

This was my second design with the swivel knife. This work I've done in a workshop, and the time was too short again and I'm not finished. Also my first motif I have worked here, but it was terrible so I've thrown it away. I hope you can soon see their own motive to criticize. Konnie

I made this book cover in a workshop. The motive was not cut with a swivel knife, but only worked with a modeling tool. All work, from cutting of the leather to the coloring should be done in 2 days. I must admit that I have been working in my hotel room until late into the night on the outside seam. Workshops are not good for me. I'm always too slow and was often not done with my work. The Celtic theme is not my favorite, it was given to us. Advice for the future I will want to read. Thank you for your interest. Konnie

$$hobby King's X Jazznow I thank you for your welcome. When it's time, I will also ask my questions. But in studying the questions of other members I was able to find many answers. My English is not very good and I thank the google translator for the help. I hope you will understand what I am saying. Konnie Jonathan - schön, ein paar deutsche Worte zu lesen. Manchmal gibt es zu einer Frage so viele Tipps, dass man nur durch Ausprobieren den eigenen Weg finden kann. (Jonathan - nice to read a few words in German. Sometimes there is a question a lot of tips that you have to find your own way by trying.)

I have made ​​a mistake now my correction of registration I am a woman sorry - not that I'm a woman but for the error Konnie