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That is my understanding as well.

Saw this in the news this morning. Some feel good news for a change. Nokona employee celebrates 60-year loyalty to leather (yahoo.com)

Looking good. The 'remodel' doesn't LOOK 'remodeled', the mark of a good remodeler!

Great job! Not all of our first projects turn out so nice.

Very nice. I think your customer will be happy with it.

Tried to delete redundant photo, no luck.

Here are a few shots from our musher taking my wife for a ride. She made all the harnesses for the dogs...27 of them.

They don't teach ANYTHING useful/practical anymore.

Nice! Much more adventurous than my trip to Anchorage. But the Iditarod WAS pretty cool.

I lay my curves out with dividers and French Curves.

I personally don't use edge paint at all, so I have no experience with its durability. But I have extensive experience with dogs. It will depend entirely on the dog. A house poodle, I don't think there would be a problem. But hunting dogs, my sled dogs, any active, outdoor dog is going to be hard on collars. But I also think most owners are aware of that. Even my dachshund goes through a collar every 1 1/2-2 years.

Ohio Travel Bag has them. Snap Fasteners and Magnetic Snaps | Ohio Travel Bag

Until 10 years ago I still had 8 tracks and a player.

Nicely done. The traditional barn is, sadly, disappearing from the landscape. Pole barns just aren't the same.

Here is a link to a very thorough discussion about just that question. Are all cheap strap cutters created equal? - Getting Started - Leatherworker.net

Looking good. Nice job on your basketweave.

I use 3 and 5 ply linen, or hemp, exclusively. I HATE synthetic thread. I do wax the thread. As to needle size, I don't pay any attention. What ever EYE I can get the thread through. I really believe you are over thinking this. It's NOT rocket science.

I use Fiebing's Pro Resist. I'm not sure that super sheen is resistant enough, but I don't use it at all. If you are getting good 'resistance', you shouldn't get much darkening of your project, but only in the cuts and depressions. It may be that you need to do 2 or 3 coats to get the resistance you need. Also, apply the antique to the whole project, to ensure consistent coloring.

The needle's sole job is to lead the thread through the leather. It is not a handle to drag the thread around with. As soon as the thread clears the leather, I grasp the thread and pull. I have never had a needle 'slide off'. YMMV

Yes, it is handbag hardware. Closures, feet, and such.

Very nice. As stated, it will hold up for ever.

All whole LOT more information would be helpful.

What he said!