midwestislander
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Wow. That is nice! Waiting to see finished seat.
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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.
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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.
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Absolutely beautiful. Nice carving. And the Coloring is amazing. Thanks for the info about the fiebings dye, as I was wondering about that. -
Very nice detail and really like your coloring/dying. -
Luka, welcome. This is a great place to learn and share.
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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.
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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!
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Veeerrry nice. I wish I could braid like that, but it is difficult with 9-1/2 thumbs.
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Eddie, Sorry, but no pattern. These are custom made sandals. They are done with individual foot tracings. I made these for my wife and made a pair for myself in a different style (similar to what was seen in the Lawrence of Arabia movie. A good friend of mine taught me how to make these. He has customers that have been wearing theirs for 15 - 20 years, returning for resoling, tightening and replacing straps on the original pair. Often, they will order 1 or 2 extra pair made from the original foot tracings.(He is 73 years old and they are afraid he will pass or retire) They are made using English bridle for straps, 1-1/2 to 3/4 in. depending on foot profile and strap position. Herman Oak Sole - 10 to 14oz. upper sole lighter, heavier for midsole. Crepe vibram sole material with same stacked for heel. Brass tacks for no rusting, Barge (original) glue for durability, water resistance and adherence while retaining some flexibility. (A lot of his customers wear their sandals working in the garden and wading in streams) and arch inserts are used, sized and positioned during fitting. Please note that strap position is important for comfort and security. Big toe tack points should be in the space between the toe and the ball of the foot. During building, the straps are glued and tacked on the inside (arch side) and outside ends are not tacked until final fitting, when they are tightened to the persons foot. -
From the album: Flatwork
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From the album: Flatwork
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From the album: Flatwork
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From the album: Flatwork
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From the album: Flatwork
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From the album: Flatwork
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From the album: Flatwork
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From the album: Flatwork
Framed piece I did for my new grandson. Ryuu means dragon in Japanese. -
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".
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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.
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Custom Harley Fatboy Bobber Leather/stingray
midwestislander replied to Jon P's topic in Motorcycles and Biker Gear
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.
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absolutely beautiful!
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Bracelet
midwestislander replied to Tatyana's topic in Purses, Wallets, Belts and Miscellaneous Pocket Items
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.