Wild Bill46

I don't think I can give better advise than has already been given. Your right too, Practice, practice, practice ! On the bright side for myself, I like your choice in lace/exterior coordination color ! I will be looking forward to your answer for handsw, also, what type of lace was this ? If practiced this could be a show stopper in time. Wild B ill46

Do not despair, This makes an interesting effect. and now you have another facet or experience in your tool bag. Maybe, some tooling beforehand, below the antiquing might be another effect ? I still think you are headed in the right direction. practice, practice, --- Wild Bill46

I think your headed in the right direction, Practice, practice, practice is the key to all your leather working endeavors. The MC piece looks as if its woodtone, is this intentional ? I like the Chevron too, But, I think the dragon is my favorite ! Keep practicing, your on your way. --- Wild Bill

Just as an added idea, a scrap piece of leather used as a flap over the cam might detour thread or lace from hanging on it. by; simply falling away ? just a thought ! Your workmanship is very re-fined. ---- Wild Bill46

Yes, I think the same way. Your off to a good start. Practice, practice, practice. is the name of that game ! But in the final analysis its worth the effort. As your begining to see. I am a student of this art too ! Don't guess I ever get as good as I want to be. Still, its something to strive for. Hang in there, --- Wild Bill46

My idea leans toward using this same brand/logo but making it wide , meaning, like a double edge, Then practice your tooling, Then use your back grounding near the outer outline, So the brand/logo will stand out. You got the hardest part nailed. Just my idea, hope it helps --- Wild Bill46

Your work looks nicely done , carving is just enough to be really nice, She will enjoy that, --- Wild Bill46

A HugeThanx TBoyce, for all the many things you do for all of us here at LWN, and a big thanx Opus56 for your generousity with both these bags. ---- Wild Bill46

To me, This is a nicely made holster, ? I'm impressed with your own style pattern. As Camano says, especially, if you only have done a few, it came out really nice ! --- Wild Bill46

We have Crappy / Bass here in the south, but no matter, Your chairs or stools are really a classic style, and your work is great. Good luck with the remainder of them . --- Wild Bill46

I coulden't agree more with these fine folks - Chief This is a favorite pattern of mine, Acorns, & Oak Leaves and as usual, You did a classy looking job Art, if you will. Congratulations ! --- Wild Bill46

Overall thought put into reality. Nice workmanship too ! ------ Wild Bill46

Two thoughts --------- Really, That car, It looks like a labor of love, . its a jewel and it shows, Congratulations ! ---- Wild Bill46

I feel like Sona, Neither its age, nor its looks look the part ! And as Rohn, and Snubbyfan, I like your scrap bin. keep digging, ------ Wild Bill46

I'm liking it too, Nice design in simplicity and looks. Wild Bill46

This Cover is outstanding, Beautiful and Spellbinding ! ---- Wild Bill46

Thank you for the measurements. I'm keeping this bag for a future project. I have too many at present to do any more, any justice. again; thanx Wild Bill46

I think Tramp locked that down ! Enjoy what you do and that will serve you ! Wild Bill46

Enough said, Dwight gives good straight advise ! however; the fun is there too, pride, fellowship, achievement. Wild Bill46

Oh yeah, you've come to the right place for inspiration and guidance, This is the best leather site on earth.(imho) In trying to get you situated; Your idea for a kit, Is what many have started with and its worked out Ok . Once you come a ways, you can choose your own particular leather, and tools as needed. Hammering from the kitchen table; May not be as bad as you expected ? Maybe you might try a tool box mat, or carpet I've heard works , They say, Pound-O Boards from Tandy will work under your granite slab for noise elimination ? There was a thread here, not long ago about this topic. you might do a search here or check the archives. Your ideas for leather working seem to be well warranted, I recomend not over thinking anything, although this craft will make you think each step through, Just have fun, and be happy your here. --------- Wild Bill46 !

I like the shape, tooled design, and coloring of this sheath. Feels like a classic that you just don't want to part with. I believe she will cherish this piece forever. I know, I would ! Wild Bill46

That's Gorgeous ! Wild Bill46

Both are nice, And as much as I like basket weaves, the serpentine with the quilted look really pulls itself together ! Congratulations on some nice looking sheaths. Wild Bill46

As usual Nicely done. Wild Bill46