What Material Do You Make Your Patterns From?

[steelhawk]

I use manila folders, but I like the idea of using something clear that allows me to see bad spots on the leather.

[jmace]

Plexiglass-- If it's a pattern I know will be used often.

It is clear, rigid, it can be drilled and hung on wall, and it helps me keep my knife cut at a 90 degree angle.

[benlilly1]

I get my pattern material from a local chiropractor. When they receive new x-ray films there is a nice white sturdy but thin cardboard between each sheet. They just throw it away and it works great for me so I'm never out of pattern material.

[lottarope]

Plastex- it a bathtub surround material available at Home Depot for about $25 a 4x8 sheet. I like it better than flooring material because it has no paper backing to warp over time. you can also draw on it with a pencil and erase easily. This was one of the coolest things I learned at Sheridan this year. Thank you Mr. Smith.

When I'm developing a pattern I use beer box and duct tape. I find Blue Ribbon inspires best but I'm sure others have a brand that works just as well.