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OK pretty noob when it comes to anything more complicated than wallets and small items but my stitching has gotten better. I have to ask though-- what is loop casting?? Good job OP on your first go with the templates! Have had many BRL in my watch list and haven't yet bought any. Methinks it's time

I think it looks neat and different but I prefer saddle stitching anyway. It's clean, strong as heck and just plain works. Now if I can figure out to use 2 color threads at once I'll be getting somewhere. Thank you for the info!!

Hey guys, noob here.. Been around a while lurking and learning. Still just a hobbyist. I want to create a simple fold over card wallet type thing, but I want more volume in the pocket. I've seen something similar done w leather (can't find again of course) where the maker cut out darts/triangles on the round edge and pulled the 2 pieces together with a nice stitch to create volume in a 1 pocket pouch/ small card wallet. I know I can try w paper, my problem is knowing how much of a dart to make so that when pieces come together that the back and front of wallet are even? The pics don't really help as it's fabric and a glasses case but maybe you can see what I'm trying to achieve? Simple rectangle wallet, rounded edges w sewn darts to create volume instead of a flat pocket. Suggestions? Or am I trying to make this more difficult than it needs to be?

So is the bottom part actually a larger piece folded in half? Or is it just one piece with the loop at the top wrapped around?

Hey folks. Just a hobbyist and amateur leather worker here. I have seen and wanted this little wallet for a while but I figured I could just make it myself. What stands out is the stitching. I actually asked the maker what kind of stitching it is - she replied it's not saddle stitching because that is 'overkill' for a wallet, something like that. I cannot replicate what this is or even come up with what style it may be. Any ideas? https://www.etsy.com/listing/157324836/personalized-gift-treasure-chest-credit