How Do You Cover A Belt Clip With Leather?

[Ladykahu]

Hi folks

I have a freind who wants me to make him a pouch for a specialised woodworking tool.

I have no problems with how to make the pouch.. but he wants it on a belt clip along the lines of one of these

the problem is.. he wants it to be leather covered.

So my question is..

How do you cover one of these clips with leather? or is it impossible to easily do? I can't even work out how to attach the pouch to the clips (think I am having a 'blonde' moment)

Could someone please give me some pointers? I have searched the forum but can't find anything to help me.

and.. does the longer side go against your body or the sticky out bent side? and if its the sticky out bent side.. isn't that uncomfortable if your just cliping it over your pants waist band if your not using a belt?

Cheers

Natalie

[Billsotx]

Check these flicks. May help.

Install the clip the same way but let your pouch hang outside instead of tucking it in; at least that's my understanding of what you're after. It'll work if it's small and lightweight. If the tool is heavy, it'll shift and flop around, and may not be there when needed.

Edited August 7, 2011 by Billsotx

[Ladykahu]

Thanks for that, it answers some of my 'blond' questions about how the clip works

My problem is he wants all the metal covered.. I was thinking maybe pigskin lining and hand sewing might work

the tool is smallish and lightweight http://www.carbatec.com.au/garrett-wade-odd-job-layout-tool_c19343 quite a nifty tool if your a woodworker!

cheers

Natalie

[RMB Custom Leather]

Hi folks

I have a freind who wants me to make him a pouch for a specialised woodworking tool.

I have no problems with how to make the pouch.. but he wants it on a belt clip along the lines of one of these

the problem is.. he wants it to be leather covered.

So my question is..

How do you cover one of these clips with leather? or is it impossible to easily do? I can't even work out how to attach the pouch to the clips (think I am having a 'blonde' moment)

Could someone please give me some pointers? I have searched the forum but can't find anything to help me.

and.. does the longer side go against your body or the sticky out bent side? and if its the sticky out bent side.. isn't that uncomfortable if your just cliping it over your pants waist band if your not using a belt?

Cheers

Natalie

Take a look here http://www.allaboutpocketknives.com/knife_store/item799-31701.html this is what I use.

[TwinOaks]

I think the answer to your question is to measure out the full linear length of the clip, including all the little curves, (or just make it long, and trim when you're done) and sew a sleeve out of pigskin lining. Then, feed the sleeve onto the clip.