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Ray, Great idea! Cheers, Chris

I was also thinking about drawer pulls but I don't know if they will hold up to constant wear and tear, how much use would these collars get?

Scouter, If you're looking for QUALITY you might want to take a look at Will Ghormleys buckles http://www.willghormley-maker.com/OWCBuckles.html

David, Very nice, Johanna did a real nice job very clean and easy to navigate Chris

I've got a similar question in another thread, is there a guide for what needles to use for which thread you are using? Also I have seen threads that say egg eye needles are a bad choice but I can't find info as to what would be a better choice. Chris

You guys are really confusing me, I thoufght that the poly and nylon threads tend to be stretchy which would make linen a better choice what am I missing here? Or are we talking about handstitching vs machine stitching? Chris

WOW!! is an understatement Kathy that is a beautiful piece and only five hours? You've got my vote the detail is exquisite! Chris

Art, Thank you it does seem that at least for my first few pieces I will be using linen thread. As far as dying the thread I am guessing that I should dye it before I wax it, my next question is how do you size the needles to the thread? I plan on using Barbour Linen thread. Also I have heard people saying that the egg eye needles are not the best choice but that is all that I have been able to find in Harness needles. Cheers, Chris

I am looking for a good all purpose thread I am leaning towards unwaxed linen, I do expect to be making pieces that will be exposed to the elements and seeing as I live on the coast I should include saltwater. I expect to need 2 or 3 different sizes. I still haven't managed to find any local suppliers so I will still need to have my orders shipped which means it makes more sense to order a few rolls at once. BTW I just received my book order shipped USPS no duties or brokerage fees unlike UPS. Anybody in the UK have any suggestions? Chris

Hi Brent, I have been struggling with this one as well. Anne thanks for the link that cleared up the sizing for me. Al's book also talks abouty using linen thread too but I am also hearing about nylon and polyetster blends. One spool thread will mpre than likely last me a lifetime so I wondering which thread is the best choice and what makes it better, I have heard that linen thread will rot so I am really condused on which way to go. My other question is will waxed thread take the dye color? Cheers, Chris

Drac, Very cool!! Chris

Tom, Very impressive, at some point I would really like to talk to you about cold casting, your work is way cool Chris

Hey Clay, Happy Birthday Enjoy and may you have a fruitful and wondrous day

That link doesn't seem to be working but here is another one, I believe it is the same pony Warren is describring, the spring cafe hinges are a nice touch http://www.wrtcleather.com/1-ckd/tutorials...therstitch.html Chris