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Everything posted by MonicaJacobson
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Heh, thanks you guys. Yes, I just wanted to make sure that way of putting it together wasn't in ill taste or something. I really like it myself, though I dare say it'd be a bit of a pain to stitch. And yes, much as I like the bag, for $425, I think they should add some stitches to attach the straps.
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Hey all, I found this bag onlins: http://scoutmob.com/p/Brown-Leather-Messenger-Bag?ref=cat_new&m=HardPin&sort=recommended&signup=0&via=HardPin&source=Pinterest&medium=HardPin&campaign=type4&utm_source=Pinterest&utm_medium=HardPin&utm_campaign=type4&utm_content=1327 (The picture attached is their bag) It seems very nice, and I bought the same leather, and I've been trying to decide what to do with it. I wanted to ask if there was any reason why I do not commonly see the stitching technique they used for the sides of their bag? Is it a bad idea? Thanks! Monica
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LOL, if only. I've been casting about, trying to keep up with him ever since I met him. I can play the piano better than he can, anyway. One must count one's blessings.
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Heh, I think so too, but I'm partial.
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Thanks! If you think that's good, you should see his mandolins.
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Thanks for the advice! I dare say next time I tried to use it with a large project and lots of string, I would have been very annoyed. I appreciate it!
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Beautiful Dog Collars!
MonicaJacobson replied to Beachside Art's topic in Collars, Cuffs, Leashes and Leads
If I had a dog, I'd buy one. Or money. If I had a dog and money, I'd buy one.- 9 replies
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My Wife's New Stuff
MonicaJacobson replied to Tim Schroeder's topic in Purses, Wallets, Belts and Miscellaneous Pocket Items
Wow, she's going to be thrilled. They al look beautiful!- 12 replies
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Heh, yes, I might at that.
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My husband made me a really nice stitching pony out of Mahogany and curly maple. I'm really excited to start using it! Also, I threw together an experimental bracelet with stitching to hold on a carving I did a while ago. If anyone has any suggestions or online resources for decorative stitching, that would be awesome. It looks rather haphazard, as is. (Apologies for the sloppy hole placements - I was lazy because it's for myself, as I can't sell mammoth ivory online anymore due to etsy and ebay's new policies.)
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Really nice! I love the first one, especially.
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Camera Strap
MonicaJacobson replied to THE BIG RED VIKING's topic in Purses, Wallets, Belts and Miscellaneous Pocket Items
Cool! I like the decorative cutaways on the ends of the strap. I need to make one for my camera, too. I think I'll cannibalize the nylon connecting straps from my old camera strap. -
Thanks Chris! Thanks also, FMSam! That's what my husband thought. You sell it for as much as you can, and when you really get the process down and you can make it faster and better, you call that profit. And that extra padding can help average things out if you loose money somewhere else, which frequently happens.
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Yes, that's definitely something to think about. I quit doing bone pendant carving because it doesn't matter if you make it in an hour or six hours, you still can't sell it easily for more than $45.00(unless you're spectacularly good). The supply is too high and the demand is constant but geared towards low prices. So the real question seems to be how long are you prepared to wait to sell something at the price you want, rather than the price you can easily get. And yes, as you were saying (I think), you have to make it worthwhile enough to yourself to bother making it again. Perhaps the paid-hourly argument only applies to those who do leatherworking as a full time job. After all, my designer husband charges $50.00 per hour in his line of business. In any business where you've reached a certain level of expertise and recognition, you get to charge more because people know what they're getting from you. But until you get there, you can't expect people to pay you like you're famous. SkylarkJV, thanks! And GamberLeather, that's a great idea. I'll have to try it. BigGriff - there are more people on here from Atlanta than you might think. I've run across three or four other people already, and I'm still new to the forum.
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Thanks a lot, SF - yes, it's my pattern. I'm probably too much of a chicken (and can't invest enough in materials) to actually charge that price for it - I was thinking more $450, but I had read some other comments on here about people saying you should actually stick to your man-hour guns and wondered what everyone thought. I suppose I would be more comfortable selling it for 500 - 600 if I used top quality or bridle leather, but my leather has some scars. BigGriff, I live in Smyrna! Who knows, we might have passed each other at the Norcross Tandy.
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Hey all, I just finished this backpack. Tell me what you think! 8 oz. veg tanned leather for the bottom, back, and front flap (all one piece), and Minelli leather on the front. Yes, my color tastes are loud. I also lined the straps with Minelli leather. I've been trying to figure out pricing, so I actually kept track of how long it took to make this bag, and it came out to about 23 hours. I'm torn between actually charging per hour, and wondering if people should actually have to pay for all the hand sewing I do. Hours and materials (and I'm being generous) bring it to $540.00, which seems a bit ridiculous. Any advice would be welcome.
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Ha ha, that's the problem with leatherworking forums -- if you're already making, why would you buy from someone else? Not that I wouldn't like to. I've seen several things I'd love to have, including your bison bags. But I can barely afford to buy leather -- my time doesn't cost me anything, so I just try to make something based on the things I like. I've heard craft fairs are really good places to sell leather things. People will supposedly spend a lot more if they see it in person than online. Unfortunately, I don't have a weekend to spare for it. Nice bag, by the way!
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Seriously awesome!
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Making Boston Bag
MonicaJacobson replied to hunio's topic in Purses, Wallets, Belts and Miscellaneous Pocket Items
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First Showing
MonicaJacobson replied to tiggertlee's topic in Gun Holsters, Rifle Slings and Knife Sheathes
Don't give it to the dog! I'm not a judge of a holster, but it looks really good for a third try. I think I'm going to try some of the mahogany antique. -
Leather Trapeze Boots
MonicaJacobson replied to naomij's topic in Shoes, Boots, Sandals and Moccassins
These look great! I'd like to have a pair of soled boots in this style.