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Interested in Writing About Leathercraft?
nstarleather replied to ClassicCrafter's topic in Marketing and Advertising
Hi happy to share a bit if you'd like...my passion is for busting some of the common "leather myths" out there. I don't get much time to write but I do enjoy it. check out my blog for some of what I've done. https://nstarleather.wordpress.com/ If you want something for your site hit me up: nstarleather@shtc.net -
Designing a tote for strength and quality?
nstarleather replied to SewMuchToLearn's topic in Getting Started
I use bonded nylon size 69 or 138 for everything...there are heavier options. There are charts of the strength of thread...#69 is 11lb test meaning 22lb per stitch and at 10 stitches per inch you got 220lbs strength for each inch. If you back-tack then it's x3. Use #138 then double that. It starts getting ridiculous and in truth what will break the thread isn't "normal wear" but it getting cut because it catches something. I think the basic info is Poly is more UV resistant but nylon is better for abrasion...You could also put a rivet on each side at the top, though that might be overkill and effect the opening. -
Designing a tote for strength and quality?
nstarleather replied to SewMuchToLearn's topic in Getting Started
I'd say that the top two with no center seam on the bottom is a good start. You could also do the bottom separately if you wanted. If you use burr style rivets you can be more sure about the handle's durability. I think a "turned design" (first picture) protects the seams more. Otherwise, use good thread...like really good thread. Even with a machine you can stitch each seam twice and back-tack the ends for extra durability. -
Just to set expectations: black Chromexcel has a natural back. Pricing is substantially more anywhere else it’s sold: Maverick has Second quality at about $6.15 a foot and OA is over $300 for a first quality side. Tannery Row is also at about $10 a foot.
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Hi Folks normally these spools go for $20-$30 each but I got a deal so hit me up if you can use it. Tex 135 Size 138 Gov FF A&E milspec thread A-A-59826A bonded nylon in Deer. Asking $10 a spool on thread but down to $5 if someone wants 10 spools. Full Case of 24 spools for $100. Plus shipping
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Hi Folks I have some Black CXL for sale asking $6 a foot plus shipping (ships from SC). 5-6oz First Quality. Full hides only. For some reason messaging not working for me here. Email at nstarleather@shtc.net
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Making Shoes with Sneakerkit
nstarleather commented on Campleathergoods's gallery album in More Leatherwork
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If you've got the tooled part covered and just want to protect the part that touches the seat, I'd just line the. back with a layer of a light-colored upholstery leather. In theory upholstery leather is not going to rub color at all since people got to sit on it all day. Leaving it natural veg is a little more worrisome because while it don't stain by itself, the "unfinished" nature of it will possibly cause issues with it absorbing dirt and then transferring. Just my 2 cents.
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Neither… dude had some acid wash hides and made variations on my designs with them.
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A few duffles in custom SB Foot Leathers
nstarleather replied to nstarleather's topic in Satchels, Luggage and Briefcases
No lining bot u include a snap-in zipper bag.- 14 replies
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Had a client leave me some of this funky stuff and little direction besides to make some cool stuff....How'd I do. Hair-on is pretty think so all of the parts where you see hair are lined.
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A few duffles in custom SB Foot Leathers
nstarleather replied to nstarleather's topic in Satchels, Luggage and Briefcases
I have a cylinder machine but I've been tempted to get a post machine because there are some designs that are much easier with a post machine.- 14 replies
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A few duffles in custom SB Foot Leathers
nstarleather replied to nstarleather's topic in Satchels, Luggage and Briefcases
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nstarleather replied to nstarleather's topic in Satchels, Luggage and Briefcases
No worries, edge finishing have never been a big thing for me but that’s cause I’m “bang for your buck” with my products. If I did the beveling , burnishing etc, I’d have to charge a lot more.- 14 replies
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nstarleather replied to nstarleather's topic in Satchels, Luggage and Briefcases
So I generally don’t do much edge finishing to keep the prices low…since these Red Wing folks have boots with mostly raw edges, it for with the look. Everything is in the Pfaff “45 family”, 545’s and 1245’s mostly. No just took the idea of a Dopp kit and played around with the size till I was happy. Did the overlap since one-piece would be nearly impossible.- 14 replies
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A lot of my customers are big fans of Red Wing boots so they ask for specific colors... Two recent ones were Gold Russet Sequoia and Briar Oil Slick. The design uses 3 main pieces for the body and is basically a "big Dopp kit" with #10 YKK Zippers:
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@Johanna I appreciate this decision and know it's for the best. I'll make an effort to post more now.
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No worries Dave, shoot me an Email and we’ll figure it out: nstarleather@shtc.net
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Be careful about mentioning letting advertisers know, I was banned for months because the site’s owner suspected me of contacting the advertiser who pulled out around that time. I still don’t have access to messaging, like everyone else on this site. Freedom of speech apparently only applies to trolling.
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Yeah my habit is to click "all activity" and yeah 40%-50% is off topic...I don't spend nearly the time on here I once did. I've asked repeatedly to make the off topic forum (especially politics) opt-in but it's either impossible on the back end of the site or like Facebook, any engagement is considered a positive.
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I use a heavy duty vinyl used for windows in tents and such. I had a tough time sourcing in bulk and I buy 100lb rolls so my source isn't one most of you could use... But this looks like the type of stuff you'd want: Tent Vinyl
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Ridgeback Customs in South Carolina
nstarleather replied to RidgebackCustoms's topic in Member Gallery
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Ridgeback Customs in South Carolina
nstarleather replied to RidgebackCustoms's topic in Member Gallery
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Yeah, it looks like an issue on the site or the folks running it not finding the correct controls. "Send a PM" has not worked for me.
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I’ve requested repeatedly to have the permission revoked so the first 10 posts when I click “all activity” aren’t this nonsense but, nope, still there. Makes this forum 40%-50% political bickering vs actual leather talk.