comparison of before/after

[Kevin King]

thats very nice looking

[Timbo]

Looks great!!! Tools make a big difference. One other thing about a stitching groover is that it will make the groove perfectly parallel to the edge. Either one of the adjustable ones by Tandy will work for your purpose. I've always had the cheap one and have gotten along well with it for years. I know I've used it for at least 5 years and have yet to need a new blade for it. Practice with it first, especially in corners. You don't want the groove to run off the end of the leather, you want it to turn the corner. One thing I have found is if you have to end the groove before the edge and not turn the corner, just lift the edge guide and pivot the blade around and it will cut the tail off. You'll see what I mean once you get one.

keep up the good work!!!

Tim

[corter]

i don't know if i'm going to start with a groover yet, i really like the stitching in my work right now being out there. i've been carrying a wallet for a long time without any stitching problems, i use it as a design element i guess. one day, i'll get one, just cant make it out to tandy right now

[Warren]

Having the right tools will always make a huge difference in the quality of work that can be produced. After that it's just a matter of practicing until your technique catches up and you've mastered all your present tools. Then you need more or better tools so you can do more things or better work. Then the race starts all over again! So welcome to the never ending cycle and enjoy yourself!

[corter]

haha, sounds like all hobbies are the same. at least this one's less expensive than photography was :D