JesseJean Report post Posted February 15, 2010 A few months ago I started making collars and have really gotten into designing and creating them, but I've ran into a few problems. If anyone can take a look and give me some feedback I would really appreciate it. Right now my biggest issue is setting spots. I have a Tandy press with the adjustable guide, but when I press the spot into the 8-10oz Bridle leather sometimes the prongs don't go all the way through and they bend...I also can't figure out how to get them even. I would really appreciate any tips you have, Thanks! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rayban Report post Posted July 13, 2011 I've done em the old fashion way I guess, space them out with dividers, then stab the holes with my stitching awl....push them through, then crimp them with a screwdriver.....it actually goes pretty fast and I didn't fight with em...it's how I did this rig.. The stitching will get better as you go along.......I believe you need to put more time on the edges......but they look good!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ferg Report post Posted July 14, 2011 Have you been burnishing your edges? Doesn't look good and you are having a problem with your "spots". I think Ray has the correct method for the spots, sell your Tandy Press. ferg A few months ago I started making collars and have really gotten into designing and creating them, but I've ran into a few problems. If anyone can take a look and give me some feedback I would really appreciate it. Right now my biggest issue is setting spots. I have a Tandy press with the adjustable guide, but when I press the spot into the 8-10oz Bridle leather sometimes the prongs don't go all the way through and they bend...I also can't figure out how to get them even. I would really appreciate any tips you have, Thanks! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JesseJean Report post Posted July 14, 2011 I've gotten much better at finishing my edges & stitching since the original post and I've figured out a way to set the spots that works for me. I use graph paper to mark the placement of each spot and an exacto knife with a blade the same size as the prongs...works great and I can dedicate my Tandy press to rivets. Thanks! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ferg Report post Posted July 14, 2011 I didn't pay any attention to the date of your original post. You have improved measurably. Nice job. ferg I've gotten much better at finishing my edges & stitching since the original post and I've figured out a way to set the spots that works for me. I use graph paper to mark the placement of each spot and an exacto knife with a blade the same size as the prongs...works great and I can dedicate my Tandy press to rivets. Thanks! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wishful Report post Posted July 14, 2011 Looks good! You can also skive the backside to make the area thinner so your dots fit better, if you are still have any issues. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rayban Report post Posted July 14, 2011 I echo what Ferg has said....looks very nice now. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
