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    Damian,

    A wise man recently reminded me the a good leather crafter just know how to cover their mistakes better. Get a mentor, stick with us, find a convenient supplier whether in person or mail order and get started. There are some really good books and pamphlets on the basics. The nearest Tandy is a great start. Ask the manager for a booklet by Tony Laier for $2-3. Start with the seven basic tools-Swivel knife, camoflage tool, beveler, pear shader, veiner, seeder and background tool. A good medium rawhide or poly mallet for starters also. Take it slow, work with these then build with experience. We're all here to help you so ask any question you want and we'll do our best to get you up to speed!

    Let us know where you live and maybe someone is close or a store for help also.

    Welcome to our world and Happy "Toolin'".

    Indy :cheers:

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    Mike,

    Pretty nice Mr. Cubmaster. $0.02 worth you might slick the inside of the filigree a little to eliminate the raw inside edge. Also seem to have some challenges with the stitching. They show more with that much contrast in color, don't cha know. An over stitch wheel of choice, 1/16" drive punch with a sharpened end and some beeswax makes great stitching holes. I hope that didn't offend but you are doing some really good work. I'm an oak nut. I love oak and grape leaves.

    How's that Tiger Cub doing?

    Happy toolin'

    Indy :cheers:

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    Alph,

    Good job! With those edges beveled and slicked I'd say $10-12.00. Check and see if that falls in the calculation arena of material x 3 or 4= selling price. Don't sell yourself short. You have a custom product with your name/maker's mark on it that will have value to the owner as "made for them".

    $0.02 worth. :cheers:

    Indy

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    I quite like the pebbler effect some of the guys are using on their motorcycle seats so I was just wondering where do I get one I've gone through all the posts that mention them but can't find a number or what brand they are. Are they by Craftool or one of the specialist tool makers.

    Thankyou for your help

    Cheers,

    Clair

    Clair,

    The tools you want are the Pro Crafters PA003, PA004 & PA005 @US$10.00ea + S&H.

    Indy :cheers:

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    Ask Bill the next time you speak to him- "WANNA BY A CHICKEN?" :rolleyes: If you know Bill you'll understand, if not, you're in for an experience plus a wealth of knowledge gained. His health (breathing) is much better now but he is still has his good and bad days.

    Those who have taken a personal saddle or carving class with him have had an experience kin to working with Al Stohlman that you will treasure.

    Indy :cheers:

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    I have a ladies wallet insert. The baggie said "Nannette". No instructions nothing pre-punched, just a sewn up interior. Anyone got a clue on this? It was out of Monte's stuff and I can't ask him without a seance...

    Biggest question - one of the edges has been rolled over and sewn, like it COULD be left open. Monte did one of these and laced it all the way around, which covered the sewn edge.

    If I want to sew it, what do I do with the pre-sewn edge? Can I line it and leave that edge open (like a mens wallet)? How would one add lining against an already sewn edge? Inquiring minds wanna know!

    Brent

    Brent,

    Wanna see pictures! Maybe can help. Don't remember a Nannette but a visual might help us older folks remember.

    Indy :cheers:

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    Yeah, I think he is doing good. He just had his Blue and Gold ceremony and he helped me punch out some coasters with the different logos on them (Tiger, Bear, Wolf, etc...) which the boys got to take home. They were all really impressed and asked him LOTS of questions. He gave answers in typical 7 year old speak ("I hit it with a round metal thing and it made that shape. You'll have to ask my dad what it is called.") LOL

    Now my daughter is starting to get interested in leather. :head_hurts_kr: Not sure when I am going to have time to do MY leather work! LOL I think I might need a bigger shop! :whistle:

    That's great! Sounds like the start of a new TLF (Tully Leather Factory) :)

    Indy

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    Thanks again guys for the kind words. He is really getting into leather and I have been piecing him together some tools from TLF so that he doesn't have to use daddy's. He is currently working on a dog collar for our dog "Max". He is getting requests from the kids at school and cub scouts to make them wallets! LOL I told him he needed some more practice before he started making money at this. :head_hurts_kr:

    I will get a post up when he gets the dog collar done. Then maybe he will give me a break so I can post up a pic of the bike bag I just did. It was my first time doing flames and skulls, so interested in what you guys think.

    Mike,

    I don't think he'll have any problems making wallets for kids at schoola nd he'll only get better. With your help, it appears he is so far past the basics. He should also be able to start teaching his Cub Scout buddies basics for the Craftsman badge in Webelos. I know they're older but that would give him status with the older guys. That's what Cub Scouts is all about anyway crafts and group social skills.

    :rockon: little Tiger dude!

    YIS/V,

    John aka Indy

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    Cecil,

    If you have his email address guide him to one of the Leather Guilds in CA. It might be better for him to work with someone close to his school or home. They are listed in the back of Leather Crafter and Saddlers Journal. I'd help him but I'm in Texas.

    John aka Indy :cheers:

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    I'm headed to the hardware store. I've got some wet/dry sand paper for sharpening my tools. But what range of sand paper would be good for sanding edges. I've got a good idea, but thought I'd get people's actual experience.edFor a wax-based finish would beeswax be enough?ed

    Brent,

    Sand paper would be a medium grit to even the edge and rough it some for burnishing/slicking. The wax I use is Leather Balm w/ Atom Wax. Beeswax I use for my hand sewing and awl work. Take some pieces of scrap and try what works best for your style of leatherwork. After all, it's what makes you and your customer/recipient happy! If you're using a round dauber, light it with a match and burn some off until you get a small crusty ball. Wrap that ball(when cool) in a paper towel folded and remove the black crustiness. It will make a dauber that you can control the edge dye better. More $0.02!!

    Happy Toolin',

    John aka Indy

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    Mike,

    Tell your Tiger Cub "Good Job" from an old Eagle Scout. I didn't start my leatherwork until 1956 and I was getting on my mothers last nerve. She bought me a Lucky 7 starter kit and the rest is history as they say. I never was your son's level of good at 14. I'm wishing he was a little older so I could meet him at the 2010 National Jamboree (100th Anniv.). Now he can teach it to his fellow Tiger Cubs.

    You're a great Dad! You keep up the good work also. We're ALL proud of both of you.

    Indy

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    Dave,

    Where are you located in UK? I have very good friends in Warwickshire. David is retired Chief of Criminal Investigations for Warwickshire County PD.

    This is a contact for leather, tools, dyes, finishes, etc. in North Hampton www.theidentitystore.co.uk/. It is headquartered in Derbyshire and owned by Peter and Jackie Laight (good people). Tell Jackie that John and Cathey from Texas refered you. She'll take good care of your leather supply needs. Hope this helps. we can be reached at <front_line42@yahoo.com>.

    Indy aka John :cheers:

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    I am going to order some Pull the Dot snaps to use on holsters and was wondering how they are installed. I know how the four pieces go together, but what is done to permanently attach them? Is there a tool I need to buy?

    Tempus,

    Check a local or close Tandy store for snap & rivet anvil (8056-00) and Line 24 snap setter (8058-00). The best option is the Deluxe Snap-All Setter (8105-00) that will prepare you for any common snap or rivet need except copper rivets & burrs. You might also call Ron Stuhlman at Hide Crafter (888-263-5277) to see what he might be able to supply. Hope this helps.

    Indy :cheers:

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    Tazz,

    Check out pages 65-76 of the latest Leather Crafters & Saddlers Journal for Guilds or just go to www.pslac.org. Bob Stelmack is a good contact for them at <stelmack@nwlink.com>. They meet in Issaquah, WA (usually) on the 2nd Sunday.

    Hope that helps!

    To start one in your area contact Ernie Wayman, Exec. Dir. IFoLG at <erniehot@aol.com>

    Indy :cheers:

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    Richard,

    Very interesting question. If you notice the responses most of us chose right were we currently live. You might consider that. The grass isn't always greener....etc. etc.

    MARLON!! No state tax in Texas? How far is that from Hamilton, Ohio....in rigid motorcycle miles?

    Dave Theobald

    David,

    Hamilton, being outside of Cincinnati, is about 900 miles @ 65 mph is nearly 14 hrs from Fort Worth. Now remember, you have to survive the trip through KY & TN-two beautiful States. OH has its own beauty also! I'm originally from IN, go figure that, but I like TX too. A lot of family history here from the Republic of TX and the TX Rangers.

    Indy

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    Thanks to one of my wonderful friends...yes a member here....CECIL, I decided to try my hand at tooling a belt for myself.

    I got the floral pattern out of the Lucky 8 Belt book that we sell. The tools were hand drawn as was my makers mark in place of a name.

    I am very happy with the results, I think it turned out really good for my first attempt. Thanks to Cecil for giving me the courage to go at it! I see now that belts are probably my bane, as they are much more difficult to carve because of the space available. But I am sure that this won't be my last!!!

    Let me know what you think!!!!

    sorry about the pic quality, I think my camera is dyin'!

    Froggie,

    That looks really good. I'm a sucker for symetry and originality. The S & C are Civil War vintage, don't cha know. I'm not a bettin' man but if I were I'd, also, bet this isn't the last we'll see of Froghunter belts!!!

    Happy Toolin' Brother Noble :cheers: ,

    Indy

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