PintosandRainbows

The strips were precut but not from Tandy, they were from an English site called Artisan Leather. That actually makes a lot of sense now that you say it, that they'd be the pores. Being so new to leatherwork I was just worried I'd managed to damage the leather somehow! But I'm very happy with it now that it makes sense. I'll be sure to try out your tips next time I use the antique. Thanks very much!

Hi there! I'm pretty new to leatherwork and am having some issues with staining. I'm using eco-flo gel antique on some bracelet blanks, but once they're all coloured the dye seems to sticking in all the little pore-like dots in the leather and I can't get it out. This makes it look a little dirty and uneven. As I said, I'm still new to leather work so I don't know if this is something I'm doing wrong? Or something wrong with the leather or the antique? I've attached a picture of the bracelet in question, so you can see what I'm talking about and 'cause my description probably isn't that good! I'd really appreciate any advice anyone has to help me out Thanks!