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Looks good!

What the others already said!

I don't know what your budget or zoning laws are but I would recommend insulating and covering the insides of the walls with something like plywood or OSB when you build the shed. The little bit of space lost is nothing compared to the ease of hanging tool racks, shelves, etc on smooth walls. It will also be easier to keep clean and light colored walls also reflect light better than bare wood. I left my shop with bare studs on the inside and regret it. Run a larger electrical service to the shop than you think you'll need. Have a decent folding table handy. You can move outside to cut down large hides, etc when the weather permits.

It's an inevitable part of life that there is no free lunch. Even Tesla's batteries come from somewhere as does the electricity used to charge them. It sounds like Tesla moved their seats in house according to the article. Maybe their contract with Deahan is over? I'm not sure that artificial "leather" is any better for the environment than the real thing. My thought is if you want something that looks and behaves like leather, use leather. If you're against using animal products use something else like fabric instead of trying to copy the animal product. I think vinyl products came about because they're cheaper to produce and come in standard sizes, not because they're better or more environmentally friendly.

Your work is improving. Keep at it.

Beautiful!

Well, at least I'm in time for New Year's. Happy Holidays! Rodney

If he wants to go to the trouble I'm willing to bet the bike is stored indoors when not in use. I can see wanting the belt to match the seat upholstery. Just one more detail to set his bike apart from the crowd. Given the application I'm thinking veg tan or bridle backer glued flesh side in and a stitch around the outside to hold it all together. Edge paint should be ok. I think it will last a reasonably long time though certainly not forever. The belt won't be flexing a lot once it's in place unless the battery needs to come out. That should be pretty infrequently. Just let him know the drawbacks first.

Everything a belt should be and nothing that it's not. Great job!

My best friend would like that. You make me think I should try making one.

Very cool! You've been at it a long time.

Great looking sheath!

It looks great!

Really nice wallet! I love the color choices.

Smart girl. They look like an easy sell.

Thanks, I'm glad you like them. The one with the walnut end caps and the oak one could stand on their own. The one with the maple end caps needs some sort of cover. The alder center clashes a bit with the maple-at least to me.

The patterns are made (finally) and will leave for YinTx on Monday. All I'm going to say is I suck at making patterns.

After reading these replies I think checking to see if there is a Tandy local to you is a good idea. Many offer beginner classes. Something like that so he gets his hands on some leather and tools might be a good way to go.

Hi, Welcome aboard. A good cutting mat and rulers or straight edges will be necessary no matter what direction he goes with his leather work. A rotary cutter makes long straight cuts easy. These are very basic ideas. Others here will be able to give you better more detailed info.

Mine is normal. I don't remember. Does the site have a tech support section for trouble like you're having?

I keep a tube of superglue handy. It makes a good bandage when I nick myself.

Great looking holsters.

I'm going to guess JazzBass's name is a pretty strong hint. @JazzBass I love the canoe. I can't even imagine how many hours you've played on that.

Beautiful job! Hummingbirds were my mother's favorite, Every time I see them I think of her.

Beautiful strap. I love the texture.