midwestislander

Wow. That is nice! Waiting to see finished seat.

I usually sand (if necessary), edge, dye, then saddle soap, burnish, saddle soap, burnish, wax (using same color wax as belt ) burnish, then edge coat. I have belts out for 2 years that show enough scuffing that you know they are worn very frequently if not every day, but wear is not as evident.

Welcome. You will find a wealth of information here if you are willing to Search first. if questions aren't answered, or you don't understand, Then ask for help. There is so much experience on this site.

Luka, welcome. This is a great place to learn and share.

I just got 3 pieces of polished granite ( largest 30 x 20, other 24 x 18) FOR FREE from a kitchen countertop shop. They took me back into the shop where they did sink cut-outs and showed me where they put the scraps, told me to go for it. Okay, it wasn't free, as I went in later with doughnuts to thank them.

I would use it and see if it suits you. It is probably alright for tooling. I started out with one of those cheap yellow hammers. destroyed it, as it chips and dents, so you can't hit your tools squarely. I have a 2pound deadfall hammer for 3D and large lettering stamps, snap and rivet setting. I have a Barry King Maul that I use for tooling. Use what you have as you learn. when you are able to see or feel the difference and your skill level improves, then you have time to assess and save for the tools that your preference and skill level deserve. There is a post here where someone, out of curiosity took a river rock and wrapped it with leather and used it as a maul/hammer. he was pleasantly surprised as to how well it worked!

Veeerrry nice. I wish I could braid like that, but it is difficult with 9-1/2 thumbs.

Welcome to the forum. Those are very interesting prints that you are doing. BTW I hope you were thanking the admins and members for running the forum, not "ruining".

When I was working in a cold basement, I hung clear plastic dropcloths ( the heavier disposable painting kind from home depot) and stapled them from the rafter/ceiling to separate them from the rest of the area. For the door, I had 3 foot overlap that I could leave lapped or drawn back for ventilation. Then I used an electric heater. Between the heater and my lights/lamps, it was comfortably warm.

Nice! Clean! Classic! Unique! Best MC that I have seen in a long while.

Thank you Tom. I was planning on a biker wallet as my next project.

absolutely beautiful!

Nice variation in the dying, and the texturing is beautiful. The backgrounding sets it off nicely. As was mentioned earlier, the shape is very appealing. Your use of the background for the piece in the photograph makes for a pleasing presentation.

I have a Techsew 3650 HD and have used it to sew lighter material, as well as holsters, belts, etc. It was my first machine. ( have a second for light material such as double layer 1-1/2 to 2-3 oz). The smallest needle I use is the 23 with 69 thread. I usually use a 160 thread, sometimes double stitching. The machine is easy to follow for double stitching. I have tried a 19 needle, but got skipped stiches, and was not wanting to take the trouble to readjust/retime for it, as I mostly use it for 2x or 3x 8-10 oz. I am very happy with it and have had/used it for 3 years. Got sidetracked- I have used it for wallets, if I am looking for the "heavier stitched look" and then 2x stitch with the 160 thread. If you use it for lighter material and will only single-stitch,, be aware that you will have the 23-sized stitch holes.

What a beautiful design, carving and dye/finish.

Looks good' She will be a very happy wife/mother.

Hey Oliver, beautiful bag. Nice execution. I am not telling my wife about seeing your bag yet, as I have another project I want to finish first!

takes talent to do a ball! nice.

Pretty interesting, especially the expanded view of the leather. Sometimes you look at the beauty of the piece of leather and forget about what it started out as. I better not use one of those magnifiers to look at my own skin.

One of the better looking holsters using kydex.

Thanks for posting the pattern. I know this will help many, and give others ideas.

Thank you, John. Not wanting to Hi Jack the thread, but wanted to say that before the Eric incident, dealing with John and Horween was a good experience with top products of its kind.

I was excited when they set up Tannery Row over a year ago. My good friend used to order from Horween and was referred to Tannery Row. Has had nothing but trouble when trying to deal with them. The guy that is supposed to be in charge (Eric) doesn't respond, is inefficient, never returns phone or emails. WTF.

Very clean design, nicely doneI liked the way the flap design integrate with the straps..

I have used pigskin for wallet pockets and exterior of credit card holders. The pigskin I have gotten are thin and works well in multi-layer applications. I have used it backed with 1.5-2 oz veg tanned calf.