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Just starting to learn lacing. SLC has many colors of DEER lacing and not so many of CALF. I also read about KANG but it's too pricy while I'm learning. How well does the DEER compare vs the CALF? Any recommendations on a suppliers for more colors of CALF? I want to learn double loop and 2 color double loop. I read here someone uses the 2 color double loop for his projects but uses 1 color, he claimed it filled in better. I'll understand that as I progress. I have angled 3/32" chisel to use with 1/8" lacing, is this OK or should the slots and lacing match? When should I use 3/32" vs 1/8"? Should the lacing be lubricated with bees wax or ? Thanks Tony

Will this work? http://www.ebay.com/itm/271702744504?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT You will need to drill a hole for a rivet.

This rubber flooring made from recycled tires looks promising: http://www.rubbercal.com/rubber-flooring/gym-rubber-flooring/elephant-bark-rubberized-flooring.html

I found by searching on ebay finds some rubber sheets, search: shoe repair sheets

hackaday - thanks for the quick reply. My thoughts along with looking at sandals/flip flops on etsy would be using the crepe you linked to with some B grade horween for the top of the sandal ( not up with terminology yet), the straps could be just about anything that will hold up. Is there a chance we are over thinking this? BTW - your FF's turned out great imo. why stitch thru the crepe? would the stitching add strength or decoration? I would stitch thru the leather with a contrasting color or design, then cover it with the crepe. The reason I researched making these is bc my wife/daughter saw some on etsy and wanted me to make them, they also had their own designs... The 30/35 durometer is handled by the same seller on ebay. I started following him and went to his store. He has many items that may be useful. Tony

I know, old thread but, what thickness for the upper part and what did you use for the bottoms? I thought of buying vibram or solotech soles or something like these only in a sheet that I can custom cut..

It's made of 100% expandable vinyl.

I found the seat on mustangs web site and ask what the covering is made of and how to re-color it if needed.

OK. The underside has some of the covering that is not exposed, I'll do some tests on it before proceeding.

I bought a used solo motorcycle seat. It shows some signs of wear (scuffing) and fading. Can I sand the rough spots then dye it again the same color (black)? any issues I might run into? I think it's made from synthetic glove leather, it could be vinyl, not sure. Thanks Tony

I'll try that Dwight, I have a small anvil, that may work. Tony

I think I have a piece of wood I can cut to size.

I was afraid of that. I'll have to come up with a way to support the leather while tooling. Thanks Tom

I'm going to make a cell phone case, and I want to tool the front part. Is there an easy way to calculate the area to be tooled so it is centered? I have the fear I will tool the leather then wet form just where it bends around the phone only to have it not centered. Or should I do the tooling after forming? Tony

raw custom - I found serving thread, it seems to be made of fishing line material and is round. The largest size was .031". Have you used this?

I would be interested in this as well, but for thiner leather where the pattern has many curves.

I have read this here; apply neatsfoot oil and put it in the sun.

OK Mark, I'll try that. Thanks

yes it is...

ramrod - I agree, I also am looking to replace tiger thread for cheap. Maybe that doesn't exist. I did contact SLC and inquire if they could look into handling tiger thread. The response I got was they would look into it.

I bought a ultra fine black sharpie, it worked great for what I need. I'll buy a kit with many colors next time. What is the difference between the regular sharpie and the oil opaque sharpie?

Has anyone tried Main Thread's cotton braided cord? It's not waxed but that can be easily fixed. http://www.mainethread.com/Polished_Braided_Cotton_Cord.html I sent for a sample of colors and sizes. I removed 1 of the 1mm cords and put it between 2 pliers and tried to break it, it held up fine. I don't know how this would do for hand stitching leather goods. They are limited on the in between sizes I thought.

Interesting Billy I'll look into this.

I found that out, and the tape didn't stick. The tape I used was OLD 1/2" masking, I'll try some blue painters tomorrow or suggestions?

Yea Bob I have a big black sharpie I use for edge coloring. I never thought of using sharpies for detail work.