Raf65

Thanks guys. I'm loving the craft and have made quite a few belts since.

Hi Hendreforgan Thanks for the feedback and insights. I've made made quite a few belts since this one and really getting into developing my awl skills for sewing in my buckles. Until I get (or can even find) some nice pricking irons, my method at the moment is to punch through one side of my leather and then with those holes as a guide use my awl to push through the inside return tab of the buckle end. Cheers Raf

Thanks. Yes, it was a fantastic experience. I used a set of Seiwa stiching irons / chisel (6x4mm) along with a softer rounded awl (as opposed to diamond) and 0.8mm Tiger thread. Working my way towards pricking irons / awl work once I get a few projects under my belt (although we did cover it)

Hi All Just started in leatherwork and really enjoying it. I recently had a workshop with Nigel Armitage. I can highly recommend it... and here's the result. My first belt in fact my first ever leather project. Looking forward to developing my skills and learning much from all you good folk. Raf