ljensen Report post Posted November 2, 2011 Its that time of the year when the sun is set by the time I get home and the thermometer has to put a coat on. This means less working outside and riding, but more time to braid. It is going to take some time to get caught up on all the new posts since I last visited. I did get a fresh hide several weeks ago from a butcher steer and it is about ready to come off the frame. Here are a couple pictures from the processing activities. For some reason, only the dogs like to hang around during the fleshing. For some reason, the hair really did not want to slip from this hide. The dark spots are the remaining skin pigment (I'm guessing). Hopefully I can get some projects done and some pictures posted. Hope everyone has a great day. LJ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ecapone Report post Posted November 2, 2011 Did you de-hair it with lime? Enrique Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ljensen Report post Posted November 2, 2011 Did you de-hair it with lime? Enrique Yes, I used lime to slip the hair. I used a big water trough this time instead of the 50 gallon barrel and it was easier to stir everyday. I had to adjust my lime concentration and wait time though because of the extra water. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
