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Have an idea but not sure how to do it
Stetson912 replied to Windrider30's topic in How Do I Do That?
If you have a Dremel they make router bits for them. Might work a lot faster haha. Not sure if you need any attachments or what not though. -
I agree with motocouture, see if you can get a hold of some of Ron Edwards books. Also, I believe David Morgan has a book on leather braiding. And there is always the famed "Encyclopedia of leather and rawhide braiding" by Bruce grant which has a plethora of knowledge in it, everything from flat and round braids to turksheads and other projects. As for that particular "triangle" shape, it is an Australian technique. You actually begin the belt at the end and finish at the buckle. This is covered in all of the literature described but you can also try and Google "starting Australian flat braids" and see what that gets you.
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Have an idea but not sure how to do it
Stetson912 replied to Windrider30's topic in How Do I Do That?
So you want to inlay leather with chain maile much the same way a woodworker would inlay a piece of wood with another? Hmm, sounds interesting. What if you used a French skiver to hollow out the square? Perhaps even chisels could work. If its a simple shape I think the French skiver would work best -
Awesome!
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56 videos is what YouTube says.. you were just being modest! Haha. I've subscribed to your channel. Thanks for the information!
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Thanks madmax, I ordered the 3/8" thick and thin to try em out. I don't do a ton of tooling but if I end up doing more then I probably will invest in more knives. I just need a good one to start with to replace the Tandy ones I have. The blades just don't cut it.... Hehe
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Thats a helpful video @gmace99, thanks for sharing. Do you have a YouTube channel?
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Haha, we all do it. Just takes practice. If you just take your time and try and do every step of your project the best you can and know how to do, you'll improve. And loads of people here are willing to help too.
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Thanks oltoot, I ordered my knife today and got one of each of the 3/8" blade. I'm thinking I'll like the thicker blade better than the thinner one but I figured it wouldn't hurt to just try em both out to see which I like. And a spare blade is good to have. I found a few threads on here dealing with the subject and most people recommend the thicker 3/8" blade. So now I'm impatiently awaiting my new toy haha.
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I think so. It'll make a nice sturdy holster
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Dunluce, check Ian atkinson a videos on YouTube. He has a 15minute video that shows him making a turned edge wallet. It isn't instructional but you can still learn from it. He also has a video on edge turnings and bindings which is a great video too. He uses a "safety" beveler for skiving so that aspect he may not be able to help with. However, Lisa Sorrell has a short snipit on YouTube as well about skiving knives and skiving which may also be beneficial. Cheers
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Howdy folks, I'm seriously considering a Barry king knife. I've sharpened my Tandy blades but they still don't cut well. So I figured I'd upgrade. Then I discovered all the many types of blades that are available just from Barry king. My question is, does each blade have a different purpose? Should I get a 1/4" or 3/8" or both, angled or straight, thick or thin, red or blue... Ok the last option was a joke but still, for a novice it's a daunting decision. I would like to have a variety of carving abilities from big western floral pieces to intricate Sheridan pieces. So my thoughts were getting a 1/2" or 5/8" barrel and a 3/8" and 1/4" thin straight blades (because that's what I'm used to) Thanks a mucho
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Do you have any of stohlmans case making books? I'd recommend them. It really depends on the project, you could take a strap of leather you are using for the gusset and wrap it around the main panel of the bag to measure it. I would use a fabric tape and measure around the panel and then make a single gusset a little longer to trim later. A three piece gusset is might be easier. You could attach one side at a time and then you can stitch the sides to the bottom after. Skiving thick leather would help you bend over the edges 90degrees to attach to the bag face, in this case I would do the whole length of the gusset. As for the corners, if it's a real sharp corner you can't use a single gusset, but for round gentle corners you just have to stick it out and bend it around and try and keep it in place before stitching it. I recommend binder clips or contact cement or basting tape. Hope it helps.
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I I'm not familiar with machines. I don't own one nor can use one I'm afraid. If you are infact referring to venator's pictures then please ignore this haha. And apologies if I overstepped my bounds here, I'm still trying to get used to the forum etiquette.
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It is soft and nice leather. I also have trouble stitching thinner leather. I tend to over-tension it
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This is my latest attempt. The alignment is off and the binding wasn't good either. It ended up being too short to cover enough of the edge to stitch right and it's a mess internally with the pockets. It's all 2/3 oz leather so maybe I need to use thicker leather for the back. Thanks also wrinkles on the face when folded which isn't fun.and cards don't fit in the pockets either... At least not easily haha But hey, live and learn.
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I feel your pain, I'm no good at wallets, but Ill keep trying until I get it. It is frustrating but it'll pay off one day.
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Sweet. Nice to see a fellow zona crafter.
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Tote Bag
Stetson912 replied to venator's topic in Purses, Wallets, Belts and Miscellaneous Pocket Items
I see what you mean by the turned edges. Looks good. Might be simpler that way than what I was thinking. Thanks! -
Horween Tumbled Essex Bag
Stetson912 replied to 9tpi's topic in Purses, Wallets, Belts and Miscellaneous Pocket Items
Ah ok, so make a bag the same dimensions as the main bag? Then drop it in and stitch around the top? Yu our have trim pieces around the top of the liner which is a good idea I think. But that's the basic principles right?- 26 replies
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Horween Tumbled Essex Bag
Stetson912 replied to 9tpi's topic in Purses, Wallets, Belts and Miscellaneous Pocket Items
Whoa, that's awesome. May I ask how you did the lining? I haven't made a bag before but I'm going to soon and that is the thing holding me up. You did a fantastic job on this bag.- 26 replies
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As a matter of fact you can search Tanner's bond tape and that should bring up the product I'm thinking of. It's relatively cheap as well. Maybe someone else here has used it before and can enlighten us on how well it works?
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I agree with Halitec. I've seen many people use seam tape with good success as a temporary hold for things like this. Double sided tape works ok too, as does contact cement. However, contact cement is pretty heavy duty and you'd have to be extra sure if your placement before stitching, I'm sure you already know that haha.
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@garypl that looks great. I think I was over thinking it. The bag I'll be making will have a gusset but that shouldn't change things too much. Thanks for the pictures
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Howdy all! I'm going to make a bag for my wife for our 3rd anniversary. The traditional gift is leather so a bag is obviously a fitting project. I had a lot from a popular retailer but before I knew what junk they are I had most of it together. The bag I'm going to make will use the same parts just better leather and I want to add welts and a nice fabric liner. So my question is, what's the best way to add the liner to keep it loose but secure and not glue it down? If I add welts can I put the liner in the welt to secure it (if that makes sense) or is my best bet to bind the edges and stitch the liner around the top of the bag? Thanks a bunch