YinTx
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I tried to use a saddler's stitching clam for this one. And the reality is the stitching is pretty straight, except where the perpendicular lines meet, first time I have ever done that. It pulled the line up higher than the rest on the backside of the stitch only, due to my misalignment of the perpendicular line's starting holes - something to do different in the future... If I lightly pull the leather, all of a sudden there is a straight pretty line of stitching. When I put the pen in the pen lock, it pulls the line of stitching crooked. I suspect it wouldn't matter if it was machine stitched or not. YinTx -
Thanks for that, Thor! YinTx -
From the album: Totes and Purses
Hand stitched Fil Au Chinois, with Hermann Oak Leather YinTx© YinTx
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From the album: Wallets
Stitching this one proved difficult, since the oil tanned leather "squished" around and moved while trying to stitch. Apparently I need more practice! YinTx -
From the album: Wallets
Inside. Holds the field notes, credit cards, and a checkbook in it's plastic cover. YinTx© YinTx
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From the album: Wallets
Stitching this one proved difficult, since the oil tanned leather "squished" around and moved while trying to stitch. Apparently I need more practice! YinTx© YinTx
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Ray, I'd like to buy this lot. PM sent. YinTx
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Ray, I'll take this set. PM sent. YinTx
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Absolutely awesome. I love it! While some may lament the loss of a beautiful pair of vintage skis, I think the repurposing into something like this is fantastic as well. Now, off to find some skis.... YinTx
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Thanks, Johanna. I did create a new "Activity Stream" to filter for unread content that I follow, I'll see if that does the trick. If you get back the views and downloads feature, awesome, but if not, I'll learn to live with it! YinTx
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So I am gradually getting accustomed to the new site's functionality and looks, but there are some things I miss. One is in the gallery view, ability to see my photos in groupings. Also, being able to see how many views topics or images have had, helps me gauge interest in subjects and guides me on what I post or don't post. When I go to the drop down at my user name at the top of the screen and go to "manage my content" I am unable to see which topics have unread content, and I can't just jump to first unread post on those topics. Also, I am unable to see number of views and number of responses. Are these functionalities gone now, or am I missing something? Thank you for the time to answer, I suspect others may have similar questions but have not asked... YinTx
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From the album: Totes and Purses
Just finished relining a purse per customer requests. YinTx© YinTx
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Man, I don't even carry a bag that nice, lol. Lucky 4 year old! Nicely done! YinTx
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First Pair of Cowboy Boots
YinTx replied to Tim Schroeder's topic in Shoes, Boots, Sandals and Moccassins
Now that is downright cool. Truly something to be proud of! Making a pair of boots I would presume to be a major undertaking, and those look top notch! I really like them.... YinTx -
Thank you. I just used leather, as outlined in one of Stohlman's making leather cases books. Constructed it flat, then wet molded it to the curve as seen. Been a year since I made that one, I'll have to do another and see how much my skills have improved since then! YinTx -
I used Fiebings British Tan, then a coat of Neatsfoot oil, then some Fiebing's Aussie conditioner, with a bit of a buff. Was a lot simpler than I had expected, and I love using the thing - only the second thing I've made for myself! YinTx -
Anthony, I emailed you on Saturday regarding the condition and quality of the leather sides you shipped me. Please respond to my email. Thank you. YinTx
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Fancy Pancake For Ruger Sr40C With Inlay
YinTx replied to tclaridge's topic in Gun Holsters, Rifle Slings and Knife Sheathes
That borders on awesome! love the color combinations, really nice stitching, leather finish is great, edges phenomenal. YinTx -
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How Do I Finish Leather But Keep The Leather Smell?
YinTx replied to Chief Filipino's topic in How Do I Do That?
I've been using Aussie to finish the leather, gives it a slight bit of water resistance, a very nice hue, and smells great, at least in my humble opinion. Not as shiny/plasticy as the resolene, which I prefer - not so much into the shiny look on leather myself. You might try it on a small piece and see if you like the results. YinTx -
I have not resolved my issue either, have not had time. But just a note, the photo in my post above was with the fiebings dye reducer. But not dipped. I did try just dipping into the 50/50 solution, no luck, just came out nearly black. YinTx
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Oh man I had no idea that the Chromexcel would look so bad after such a short period of time. Will this be bad to use for a footstool or a leather covered seat? I had planned to make some note book padfolios and some totes out of the stuff I had ordered, now I'm afraid customers are going to be bringing all my products back to me in 6 months complaining it is worn out. Anyone have any long term experience with that type of stuff? Thanks for sharing! YinTx