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Here is a place for ideas: http://www.pinterest.com/search/pins/?q=leather%20scrap%20crafts&rs=ac&len=10 Bob Stelmack

Craftools removed from offer. Please lock this thread. Bob Stelmack

Cost reduced to $400 for 62 stamps. That is $6.45 per stamp. Just trying to help out a lady whose leathercraft husband passed away earlier this year. If you have a fair offer for the 1970/1980 Craftool Leather Stamps, let me know.. The tools are marked "CRAFTOOL CO USA". http://kpr.craigslist.org/for/4435207557.html Bob Stelmack

I found them at Ace Hardware.

Sorry, missed the listing status....

https://www.etsy.com/listing/117738854/reserved-saffiano-leather-hide-metallic

I use movable lead/tin/antimony type to emboss leather with text and wash my hands after using. So easy to forget. Bob Stelmack

http://www.uline.com/BL_205/Minigrip-Reclosable-Bags?keywords=Zippered%20Plastic%20Bags

On offer are some Vintage 1970/1980 Craftool Leather Stamps. The tools are marked "CRAFTOOL CO USA". There are 62 stamps available as a set. These are the tools that leather craftsmen prefer to the newer Craftools that have the heavy chromed finishes that dull the impressions. To see the Craigslist listing, go to: http://kpr.craigslist.org/for/4435207557.html This is one of several offering from the estate of Ted Williams and you will be able search for similar offering using a search for the characters: TEDW Bob Stelmack

I've used some old school metal type and have an article on how I use it at : http://www.aaleatherbigbookcovers.com/download/Typography%20in%20Leather%20Article.pdf Hope that helps. Bob Stelmack

I have used the following product to protect naked (unfinished) leather. Perhaps this will work for you. http://www.bee-natural.com/cgi-bin/web_store/web_store.cgi?product=hobby&category=yes&cart_id=9850660_28788 NATURAL LEATHER PROTECTOR Natural Leather Protector waterproofs and protects your most color sensitive leather. Natural Leather Protector is made with the newest and most advanced formulas in scientific technology, offering you a waterproofing and stain resistance that doesn't affect the color or texture of deer hide. Size Available:16 oz Bottle $32.50 Bob Stelmack

Try this link: http://www.brettunsvillage.com/leather/piece_form.php

I did find a process to emboss letters in leather. You can find large fancy script letters on eBay or from M&H Type Foundry. Here is a link to see what I used: http://aaleatherbigb...her Article.pdf Bob Stelmack

I did find my process to emboss letters in leather in the UK. Here is a link to see what I used: http://aaleatherbigbookcovers.com/download/Typography%20in%20Leather%20Article.pdf Bob Stelmack

I found that without all the tricks, meta words, SEO, etc. that naming the the domain for what you make gets you quite high on the search engines. (And with the tricks, meta words, SEO, etc it even get better results.) An example, would be if you make leather traveling sketchbooks, then the domain might be: leathertravelingsketchbooks.com ....or.... If you make left handed cross draw holsters, then the domain might be: lefthandedcrossdrawholsters.com Since no one (almost no one) types in the URL for the destination, the length of the domain name is mostly irrelevant and most people just click on links from searches.

I located the following manuals: No. 1 Basics, Straps, Belts, Handles. Hand & Machine Sewing, Paring, Cutting, Costing, etc. It contains information & tips never given before. The use of tools & the fundamental methods used over time to produce a neat & craftsman like finish are often overlooked these days. They are certainly not adopted by most or the producers of, Belts, Dog Equipment & other Strap makers. The only places you can find well made items of this nature are goods produced by a Rural Saddler. The General Leather Worker/Craftsman is now all but extinct as they were the only Leather Workers capable of Hand Stitching. Indeed we took this to a higher degree than the requirements necessary to make horse tack as we included other methods of hand stitching like Corner Stitching. No. 2 Light Leathergoods Part 1. Wallets, Notecases, Purses, dealing with every aspect & type of construction. Plus further information on Cutting & Costing. Every example is taken through from it's cutting, assembly procedure, sizes of all patterns are provided, the making of assembly jigs are included & finally all examples used have their own individual material costing to show how this is achieved. A range of items has been selected to cover every aspect of construction from, Cut Edge or Raw Edge as it is sometimes termed, to Turned Edge. No. 3 Light Leathergoods Part 2. Small Boxes, Cylindrical Objects, Gift Ware, Jewel Boxes & Cases, Writing Cases, Etc. Examples of Built Up Work, Block work, Molded Work, Zipped Articles, etc. Again many areas & subjects never fully covered before. The subject of making the wooded carcase for the jewel boxes is also fully dealt with. Again the range of objects selected covers all the skill relating to this area of leathergoods & will enable the participant to learn all the skills needed to make a full range of goods to their own design. This manual is however more advanced than the previous two & making sequences are now excluded as everyone should by now be capable of working out their own assembly methods. I'll sell for $97 for all three plus $9 shipping. Bob Stelmack

Nice to see that sewing machine sales are doing well and your service support is superior and well known.

I've sent you a Private Message (PM) regarding a copy of a page. Bob Stelmack

I owned the the first two editions while I lived in England. They were not to my taste. That doesn't mean that they aren't a good resource for the craft of leather. The two books must be in the shed some place. I loaned one out to Kathy S to help her make a choice and it was returned without comment so I am not sure what she thought of it. There were a lot of words, a lot of background, a lot of information and some simplified line drawing. Francis has a long history of fine leather crafting. He has been ill for a long time, but I don't know his status these days. I'll go look for the books and post a representative picture of a page or two if it find them. Bob Stelmack

Hummm, I did find that putting the bobbin in clockwise verses counter clockwise. changes the tension. Try both ways. Bob Stelmack

Dan, I do not make nor sell the Fantastic Burnisher off Ebay ( http://stores.ebay.com/Scent-of-Leather?_trksid=p2047675.l2563 ), the owner is Carla and she is the maker and seller. I have had two of these burnishers--the original prototype (she lives nearby) and the current model. Both work fine. The new model is attached to a 1" by 4" plank that I clamp to the workbench and use. The other is on a roll around cart with a belt embosser, a dremel-like tool and some tools. I really enjoy the different ways that people burnish leather. Some creative, some expensive and some old fashion (spit and a piece of blue jeans). Whatever works for you. Everyone swears by their method... Bob Stelmack

NATURAL LEATHER PROTECTOR Natural Leather Protector waterproofs and protects your most color sensitive leather. Natural Leather Protector is made with the newest and most advanced formulas in scientific technology, offering you a waterproofing and stain resistance that doesn't affect the color or texture of deer hide. Size Available: 16 oz Bottle $32.50 Hope this helps. I use it on all naked leather to protect it from water stains and oils from handling. Bob Stelmack

Would this Google search help? http://www.dutchdipping.com/footballbladders.html

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NATURAL LEATHER PROTECTOR Natural Leather Protector waterproofs and protects your most color sensitive leather. Natural Leather Protector is made with the newest and most advanced formulas in scientific technology, offering you a waterproofing and stain resistance that doesn't affect the color or texture of deer hide. Size Available: 16 oz Bottle $32.50 http://www.bee-natural.com/cgi-bin/web_store/web_store.cgi?product=hobby&category=yes&cart_id=9073467_6829