YinTx

Metal zips mostly for aesthetics, but also my perception that they will last longer. I'll let you know what I finally end up doing, hoping for more opinions and suggestions before I dive in again.

I've been trying to make a zippered portfolio gusset for a 3 ring binder, but have not been having luck. Tried using the instructions from the Making Cases by Stohlman, but it is resulting in really tall dimensions and a zippered gusset that just won't open all the way up. Most commercially available portfolios use a single side of the zipper tape, resulting in a "U" shape at the top. However, the metal zippers I have (riri) will not function with only one side of the tape, as the shape of the teeth will not mesh universally. What type of zippers are you all using to accomplish this, or is there a better way? It has been really frustrating for me, and resulting in a lot of wasted leather and a very late delivery for a customer. I've tried contacting Buckle Guy regarding the types of zips available, but they seem perplexed and fixated on the fact that the image I have is of a plastic zipper, which obviously I don't want for leather, but was the only thing I had around to illustrate what I am trying to do. Thank you all for some help! YinTx

Merry Christmas to you, Ferg, and to everyone else as well. I pray you have a full recovery. Each day is a gift, something I get reminded of all too often. YinTx

Also, I've probably stitched less than 10 yards with that machine in 10 years. Feeling like I didn't get my $ out of it, lol!

Sorry it's been a hot minute since I posted and haven't responded. Unfortunately, I have not been able to find any nameplate on this machine at all, only a sticker that says BGMC. It is a cylinder arm machine. The user guide I have been using is from a Cowboy 3200 and Techsew 2700, not sure if that helps. I'll give BGMC a call with the numbers you gave me when I get a spare minute. Thanks much for these resources, I'll check them out. Thank you guys for the info, when I get an opportunity to get the belt replaced, I'll let you all know how it worked out! YinTx

@DieselTech, I'm not sure but I'm on my way to check it out.

Impressive build, from tip to toe. A showcasing of many different skills in there, that most of us only hope to master one of! A tip of the hat to your, sir!

Your bag is really nice. Where did you get the hardware? I was debating getting some off of a wrecked bag...

Awesome work!

So, I think this is called an armshaft connecting belt, it is on a Bogle (Consew 226R style) sewing machine. I've looked on the Techsew page and Google, but have not found one. I see some on Ebay for what I think is a lot of money for a belt ($80+). Can someone let me know what this is, and where to get one? I'd like to get my machine functional again. Thanks! YinTx

Nice work! How many hours do you think that took?

Came out super clean! I like the edge wrap.

What an awesome presentation set! So many skills in all of this. Nicely done!

Thanks, I tend to overdo the gilding on leather work, and sometimes simpler is better. I just completed one with no stamping, no tooling, no dye work. Huh, kinda liked it!

Just fantastic.