HaloJones

I think some of it is down to local rules on chemicals, process, working with hazardous processing and environmental legislation.

Fredk maybe you just concussed it?

Good recovery, now looks intentional:)

Cricut maker with the knife blade will cut that thickness,

Greetings, that’s so spooky: I purchased your hybrid bag pattern 2 weeks ago, currently creating it in a veg tan & suede combination (black & grey) Pattern has been good to follow so far

Well I would say that you have nailed the wood effect! and the owl is recognisable so good effort

Ohh that will be a challenge, good luck

Nice clean colours there

If the kit price is high, just buy the soles from any supplier, patterns are available FOC & use what you have to hand I think the soles were about £10 for me from Etsy the kit makes it easy for those not used to thinking about shoe builds, but a few YouTube videos will show you the how

Soles of many colours are available on Amazon/ Etsy

I did, I put an orthopaedic sole and heel padding in for comfort

It’s a good kit, I used it to make some sandals Tandy are just reselling, also available from: https://www.sneakerkit.eu/

For a good metallic finish watch this video: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=7il-XnJx2nE

I like it, I agree you don’t need antique

So I got the pattern and had a go, I need to practice my dying techniques, but a fun project & pleased with the results