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Milli: I have to correct myself. I do all background dying before oiling as well. Something I learned here. I handstitch all of my own work. I use a manual punch pliers from Japan that punches three holes at a time in a diamond shape at a slant. It barely cuts the the leather on top and bottom and on rare moments I will have to use my awl. Prior to getting these pliers, I used a C.S. Osborne 4-point punch, but it made the holes too big so I switched. In his project, I had to stitch the circle logo and spine or gussett first before attaching the interior cover before progressing. I hope it helps. Thanks for the nice comments, but the edges are great because of Hide Pounder!!

Probably most of us currently reference his alphabet book now and again. I know that I do. Thanks for sharing.

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Enjoy your day and share it with your children. Happy Father's Day from Central Texas!

Thank you Ms. Bree. I just finished carving the attache case and I hope to start oiling it tomorrow and dye the background on Monday. Then the finish will begin with the BPark touch to the edges. Maybe next weekend it will be done. I am glad I was able to deliver the portfolio for Father's day.

WildRose I would consider a photo album because there will be a lot of photographs from the wedding and reception, it would make a nice coffee table addition. As for designs, you can google images related to weddings and go from there. Something like a dove with lace and two rings with the names of the groom and bride in the middle in fancy script. Or you can center an opening for the wedding invitation and small photograph of the bride and groom. Good luck

Welcome to the forum. There is definitely a variety of tips and tutorials here that you can expand your horizons. Sit back and enjoy!

I got mine in the mail. A couple of my guild friends found them at the store, but they never asked us for the coupon. We just told them that we wanted to use the coupon. I know that they logged something in my customer account, maybe to show that I used it.

I appreciate the comments. The background is no more than a pear shader hit repeatively while turning it approximately 30 degrees after each hit. I found this with Herman Oak leather that I have to keep the core damp, but not soaked to get some good burnish. I am almost finished carving the attache case that will be matching this portfolio for the same person. The edges came out really cool. I only wish I could afford the Weaver set up, but after all I am only a hobbyist at this. I hope I answered your question, but just in case you were talking about the backgrounding behind the flowers; I used a TLF A-104 backgrounder. Thanks again.

Tandy is offering a one time 50% coupon for any item in the store minus leather of course. ScissorMedic just used his to purchase some Kangro lace for 1/2 off. I know that is a one time deal, but you asked. Good luck

Shorts I have a Tandy set (extra) laying around. You are more than welcome to it if you will pay for shipping? I believe it has never been used. Let me check. eleven99 at sbcglobal dot net

Sorry it took too long, but here are the photographs that I quickly took before I had to turn the portfolio over to the new owner. Interesting enough, the new owner rubbed the edges as soon I placed it in their hands and said slick, really smooth. Thanks again, Mr. Park!

That's puuurdddy. Great work

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Understandable. I appreciate it.

Greetings and welcome to the forum, Milli. I am a transplant from Clovis, Ca.

I will but it will have to wait for tomorrow. I am going to post the recipe here and I hope H/P is okay with it. I just copied his thread and placed into a word document. I gave him credit at the bottom. Process_for_Burnished_Edges.doc Process_for_Burnished_Edges.doc

I have silently watching the thread about how to finish your edges. I also took careful note to your way of doing your edges and I have to tell you that I copied the information or process and printed it out. It now sits on the wall in front of my 'tap-tap' desk. I had a portfolio that was very special to me and I wanted the edges to come out near perfect. I had been looking at your receipe and decided to go for it. I gathered all of the items that I could with my hobbyist budget (unfortunately the Weaver didn't fit) and started on my way. Now, it did not come out perfect, but pretty darn close!! All by hand....The shoulders hurt like a mother, but looking and rubbing on those edges make the pain worth while. I appreciate you sharing your tips with those newbie's. It is individuals like you that will keep this craft going long after we turn this over to the next generation. I rank you up there now with SCISSORMEDIC. You talk about getting a sharp edge on a swivel knife...shoot...he's the man and so are you!! Thanks again, A learning student.

I really love the design outlay. I never thought about doing that round and pointed tip on the outside like you did. Very nice.

You're welcome....Good luck

Very nice case. Welcome to the forum!

I sometimes use the appropriate stitching wheel from Osborne. Depending on the amount of stitches per inch that I am trying to achieve. I then follow it with my stitching awl and punch the coordinating holes until done. I hope this answers your questions. Good luck

According to my lacing book, I believe it is going to be called "Applique Lacing." I found it in the "Lacing & Stitching for leathercraft" book from Tandy. Good luck

I am glad to hear the good comments. I just want to add one personal note. I had a stamp fail me and it happend to be a piece that she has experiencing problems. I emailed her and she another made and delivered within 24 hours. I do have to admit that I live three cities over, but she felt my satisfaction was necessary to redo it immediately. So, if you have a stamp that goes back, just let her know. She will take care of you. Nothing against, Infinity or Grey Ghost, but I am hobbyist and I cannot afford the cost of what others call a "great stamp." I am sure they make great stuff. It is about economics for me and I can afford this lady's product. If I would have known early, I would have asked "yaklady," I heard she has one of those lazer thingys. Anyways, I know there has been a lot of comparison and I would the first one to say that we cannot compare apples to oranges. If and when (though I doubt it) I turn this hobby into a busy, I will definately look up ISI or Grey Ghost, but until (as the wife) this will have to do. There has been a lot of talk about this persons quality and that persons quality and as the person who introduced Ms. Brenda, I felt obligated to explain why I did so. Thanks and have a great weekend.