fernandizzel

Thanks so much for introducing me to Ponoko.com! I used to do space planning and know my way around CAD. I could totally build it in 3D and test out my patterns with craft foam. I'm going to try this route so I can have someone else cut the pieces out of finished dark brown leather so all I need to do is stitch or lace them together. I think leather laced seams might look nice. I should also glue the seams I lace, right?

I want to make something like this camera holster below. Before I go out to my local Tandy leather, I was hoping to get some feedback on what I'm in for if I decide to undertake this project. I enjoy making stuff and I'm pretty good with wood, but leather is new for me. What kind of time, tools, expense and probably mistakes am I in for? I'm not trying to make an exact replica, I'm open to using simpler methods. Thanks for any feedback or suggestions!