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I know that 'scissormedic' is on-line now, if you can get him to provide you a copy of his mobile office, it's pretty slick. I have also seen a rolling type toolbox (for lack of a better term) with sliding drawn on our local CL's. I should have bought it, but things were different at the time. Good luck and let us know how it workers out. Happy New Years greeting from Round Rock, Tx

Ms. Johanna "Queen of the Crop" to infinity and beyond!! Happy New Years greeting from Round Rock, Texas

Rawhide I appreciate the lesson. I just hear about all of these reciepes for finishing projects and I guess I really don't know why things are added when they are. "Neat-Lac before antique finish?" etc. The reason I asked about Tan-kote and Supershene (eco) is because it has cracked on me on just about every project that I used it on especially where it bends like my new notepad. Thanks. "Remember to Stop & Strop" : Greetings from Round Rock, Tx

Tina & Pete: Send me an email at the address listed above "Tina" post and I will forward the patterns for the items that you want. I do not have a problem sharing. I do this as a hobby so I don't get stressed out and go postal. Just kidding. You are more than welcome to whatever project you like. Thanks for your comments Happy New Years greetings from Round Rock, Texas

TomSwede I appreciate the comments. The 'pan' looking thing I call a 'valet'. Basically, it goes on your dresser or night stand where you can throw your keys, coin, knife, etc. It kinda holds everything for you without destroying your tabletop. A 'coffee table' will work as well, pretty much anywhere you want it to go. It was pretty easy to make....I cut a piece of veg-tan 7"x 6 1/2", tooled a border about an inch in from the edge. After finishing your piece, dyed and all, wet the leather, work your borders upward and pinch the corners. Aftermaking this one, I saw one at 'Hidecrafters' and they put a rivet on each 'pinched' corner. I made one about a month ago for my daughter's father where I cut the 'pinched' corners and ended up lacing the top and corners. I came out nice. Thanks again for your comments Happy New Years greetings from Round Rock, Texas

I appreciate the response. I will give the fabric shop a go first. Thanks again. Happy New Year's greeting from Round Rock, Texas

I emailed you, thanks for the offer! Happy New Year's greeting from Round Rock, Texas, USA

I appreciate the response. Thanks again. "Remember to stop and strop." Greetings from Round Rock, Tx

Thanks for your question. It is not real alligator, but an embossed black leather that I received in an estate sale. The pattern came from several project designs that I have seen off the internet. The corners were not going to be cut originally, but it was one of those "I cut one, now what." I then laid the black embossed leather on the back and reduced the corner pieces down a bid and glue them all down using my granite block to place some pressure and create a molded effect. The project took some three months because my artisically challenged mind went through some brain farts. Thanks to the my guild members and their advice that brought me through to the end of this project. Thanks again, Happy New Years greeting from Round Rock, Tx Note: I will be in S/A towards the end of January. If you send me a PM with your addy and number, I will make it a point to stop and visit. I appreciate the invitation. eleven99atsbcglobal.net

I haven't posted any work pictures here probably because I do not do this for a living, so when I get a wild hair I usually go on a carving/stamping binge and cut-bang away. Anyways, I just wanted to share my lastest work. Any comments would be gladly accept 'good or bad.' Appreciate it. Happy New Year greetings from Round Rock, Tx

Hello all and I hope that everyone's New Year is off to a good start. Anyways, my wife is kinda jealous because I just completed a "Koozie" and "secretary" for my brother in law and sister for xmas/new years. I was thinking about doing a medium size bag for her. If anyone has one that is larger than a "tandy lindsey bag" and about a "market" bag would be great if I can get some pattern help. I am looking for the pattern to be large at the bottom and taper off towards the top with strap and handle. Any help would be greatly appreciated! New Years greeting from Round Rock, Texas

May I ask what your overall finish was on the cover? It appears to be ala-natural but then the work throws me off. I appreciate it. Very nice work! New Years greeting from Round Rock, TX

That's unique. I just used this border tool last night and it is starting to grow on me. Nice work, JBird! New Years greeting from Round Rock, Tx

I actually have the white, red and black from HF, which I learned from a local belt maker. He loves it and so far, I have found it to work for me. Happy New Year's greeting from Round Rock, Texas

Ben Thanks for sharing, I am glad to see other carry more than one swivel knife.....I usually catch hell at our Saturday morning O.F.C. meeting at our Tandy LF. Happy New Year's greeting from Round Rock, TX

Rawhide, appreciate the information and to Mr. Main, always a pleasure see his work. Happy New Years greetings from Round Rock, Texas

AHA Ok, I appreciate the description and lesson. Either way, it sure is beautiful work! Happy New Years greetings from Round Rock, Tx

Awesome work, but I have a question? What is a 'rope can'? Sorry, some of us 'urban folk' we need a 'scratch & sniff' description. Thanks Happy New Years greeting from Round Rock, Texas

That is really neat way to haul books especially college size books. Thanks for sharing Happy New Years greeting from Round Rock, Texas

I have three of the Barry Tapered Mauls, one straight Maul Master and one 2lb Stohlman Straight. I agree with RAWHIDE, I really enjoy and use the tapered models more. It feels more comfortable for me when I strike the tools. my .02 cents Happy New Years greetings from Round Rock, Tx

Thanks to all that chimed in and helped 'Ed' I just found it to be a beautiful piece. Happy New Years greeting from Round Rock, Texas, USA

Welcome to the forum where you will find many masters and tons of opinions. Seek and you shall find. Happy New Years greetings from Round Rock, Tx USA

That's beautiful! Happy New Years greetings from Round Rock, Tx

Amazing, sir! Happy New Years greeting from Round Rock, TX

Take a look at this burnisher, wow. I thought I would share it with you all. http://cgi.ebay.com/Leather-edge-burnisher...A1%7C240%3A1318 Happy New Years greetings from Round Rock, Tx