Members moonbindery Posted April 6, 2009 Members Report Posted April 6, 2009 Hi, I'm new to the forum, and am finding so much good information here! Thanks to you all. I make soft cover leather journals, and am looking for good leather suppliers -- could any of you recommend suppliers who stock 4oz - 6oz leather, soft to medium temper with a naked finish? I've used Hide House's glove tan cowhide, and like it, but would like to know if there are other good suppliers. Thanks for your help. Barbara Quote
Members Kustom Posted April 6, 2009 Members Report Posted April 6, 2009 You can order directly from Wickett and Craig. http://www.wickett-craig.com/ Quote
King's X Posted April 6, 2009 Report Posted April 6, 2009 check the resource area. if not, you will get enough information here. Zack & White Siegal of California Hide Crafter Springfield Leather Thoroughbred Leather Wichett & Craig Herman Oak Best of luck and welcome to the forum. Quote Greetings from Central Texas! The Grain Side Up blog #TheGrainSideUp
Members moonbindery Posted April 7, 2009 Author Members Report Posted April 7, 2009 (edited) Thanks for the suggestions. I was thinking about Wickett & Craig, but when I looked at their website, the leather was mostly heavier -- 10 oz range. I'll give them a call and see what else they have. I'll also check out the other sources you mentioned. I did check the supplies section, but after looking at some websites, I think I'll have to call to see if supplier have what I want. I was asking for suggestions because the last time I ordered from Hide House, some of the leather was great, and some was not useable. I'd like more consistency from my supplier, as it costs a bundle to return things (I'm in Canada). Edited April 7, 2009 by moonbindery Quote
Members Rawhide Posted April 7, 2009 Members Report Posted April 7, 2009 Thanks for the suggestions. I was thinking about Wickett & Craig, but when I looked at their website, the leather was mostly heavier -- 10 oz range. I'll give them a call and see what else they have. I'll also check out the other sources you mentioned.I did check the supplies section, but after looking at some websites, I think I'll have to call to see if supplier have what I want. I was asking for suggestions because the last time I ordered from Hide House, some of the leather was great, and some was not useable. I'd like more consistency from my supplier, as it costs a bundle to return things (I'm in Canada). They will split it down to what ever weight you want for no charge. Quote Marlon
Members moonbindery Posted April 7, 2009 Author Members Report Posted April 7, 2009 oh, ok, I didn't know that. I'm fairly new to leatherworking, so am still learning.... Barbara Quote
Members Mick Posted April 21, 2009 Members Report Posted April 21, 2009 http://www.brettunsvillage.com/leather/ I like brettuns village. Very nice people. Quote
Members LJS Posted April 22, 2009 Members Report Posted April 22, 2009 Hi You could try ERICKO distributers I believe they are in Red Deer Alberta LJS Quote
Contributing Member UKRay Posted April 22, 2009 Contributing Member Report Posted April 22, 2009 Any chance of a picture of one of your journals? They made me post pictures... Quote "Some mornings, it's just not worth chewing through the leather straps" Ray Hatley www.barefootleather.co.uk
Members moonbindery Posted May 7, 2009 Author Members Report Posted May 7, 2009 You can find photos of my work (plus various ramblings about bookbinding) on my blog at: http://moonbindery.blogspot.com Barbara Quote
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