AZNightwolf

very cool, very original steampunk stuff. I agree that the background could be more in the background. Would give the gears a more 3D feel. Not sure what the transition from the black to the brown background is supposed to represent. great piece though, like it lots

that's on my list. WAAYY WAAY down Like after I know what I'm doing a little

me too. I like little ones too! Nice work

Indeed it was. Nice work

Welcome from another newbie

Thanks for the chuckle

This forum as with other forums I navigate. I click the ads from time to time. As Johanna says, it keeps the lights on and points revenue to the forum. Easy way to show support. As far as the facebook ads you can turn off the "targeted advertising". That doesn't mean they don't monitor you, it just means it's less obvious.

That looks great!

Nice looking. Have you considered burnishing the edges?

Slick!

Guys, I get it. I'm on a few forums and there is always drama. Please keep in mind that there are guys like me. I'm so new I don't even feel right posting critique but I come here and immerse myself in what others have to show and to share. And I am appreciative for the opportunity to do so. I'd hate to think I was silently struggling with something that you guys have a work around for but didn't share due to the potential drama. There are crumbs on every forum out there, but there are good folks too

Nice work

Nice outside the box stuff. Makes for a 100% unique piece

and the black was hand painted?

I'm new to this but I'd be very happy if something I carved came out like that. Great start. I like the veiner dots on the edges of the leaves

I agree with the Mutt, looks great

Looks Great

I bet the person who wears it will hear a lot of that :D

Dunno, it's advertised as Economy Veg-Tan

Nice! I like the snakeskin design on the "Water bottle" (Needs to have quality beer in it if you ask me). What did you use for color?

I'll weigh in on liking the 2tone as well. Nice stitching

I agree, the buckles are a nice touch

not seeing a picture

for something a little sturdier you can use tiny key rings (split rings) but they're a pain to work with

Classy