jbird Report post Posted July 9, 2008 (edited) Howdy Gang !I finished my tool bag, my first lacing try it gave me some more insight on construction and layout, thanks for the help every. Edited July 9, 2008 by jbird Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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TwinOaks Report post Posted July 9, 2008 Nice case Josh! You're really coming along with the leaves, and it's a nice touch with the 'plank' letters. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shotgunwilllie Report post Posted July 9, 2008 I like it J keep up the good work! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Storm Report post Posted July 9, 2008 Hey Josh, That case is looking very nice. Great color too! Keep up the good work! Storm Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steveb Report post Posted July 9, 2008 ok- all "in my so humble opinion".... overall i like the piece, cases are cool - yours is too - this piece is crying out for antiquing - will make your design pop and add depth, will smooth your bevelling a bit, give it some visual interest and overall if you use a resist and a Q Tip - you can "block" the resist from darkening your type, making it pop even more - giving it even more depth - personal thing - i dont like wood screws or slot head screws - maybe use a few well placed copper burr&stake rivets and some stitching to attach your handle, maybe a cool brass thingamabob - see the Stohlman books for construction tips in situations like this application - he spells out how to do it right - and there is a right way to attach a functional handle - your handle needs to be lined and stitched and more finely finished -its too rough for the time and effort you put into the carving - put another hour into the handle and youll be surprised at the overall effect it will have and how good it will feel to your hand and anyone who picks it up...and in my experienice- people will pick it up, if it looks cool...adn...bingo...another sale if they do - go get some nice snaps - or make your own and "dome" a penny/nickel/dime/foreign money with a dapping block and make your own decorative snaps with some jb weld to hold them to the snap heads - again, easy to do and makes a big diff - your stitching slots are showing flesh, maybe some well applied pecards/bee natural stuff will darken them a bit - leather looks kinda dry anyway - lacing - get a book on lacing, money well spent and try a simple triple or double pattern - use kangaroo lace, with a nice flattering color for the piece - you'll be impressed at how much the lacing will pop if you take the time to do a triple - and it really isnt that hard - i mean i can even fake it and I am pretty lame at lacing, ending a piece can be tough - but you have the skill to do it, patience really helps here leather - looks like your working with plywood - call wickett&craig, speak to Glenn - nuff said - if you do nothing else, using beautiful material will inspire you to put the time and effort in to bring it to the next level all in all - a fine effort, your next one will be even cooler! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jbird Report post Posted July 9, 2008 ok- all "in my so humble opinion".... overall i like the piece, cases are cool - yours is too - this piece is crying out for antiquing - will make your design pop and add depth, will smooth your bevelling a bit, give it some visual interest and overall if you use a resist and a Q Tip - you can "block" the resist from darkening your type, making it pop even more - giving it even more depth - personal thing - i dont like wood screws or slot head screws - maybe use a few well placed copper burr&stake rivets and some stitching to attach your handle, maybe a cool brass thingamabob - see the Stohlman books for construction tips in situations like this application - he spells out how to do it right - and there is a right way to attach a functional handle - your handle needs to be lined and stitched and more finely finished -its too rough for the time and effort you put into the carving - put another hour into the handle and youll be surprised at the overall effect it will have and how good it will feel to your hand and anyone who picks it up...and in my experienice- people will pick it up, if it looks cool...adn...bingo...another sale if they do - go get some nice snaps - or make your own and "dome" a penny/nickel/dime/foreign money with a dapping block and make your own decorative snaps with some jb weld to hold them to the snap heads - again, easy to do and makes a big diff - your stitching slots are showing flesh, maybe some well applied pecards/bee natural stuff will darken them a bit - leather looks kinda dry anyway - lacing - get a book on lacing, money well spent and try a simple triple or double pattern - use kangaroo lace, with a nice flattering color for the piece - you'll be impressed at how much the lacing will pop if you take the time to do a triple - and it really isnt that hard - i mean i can even fake it and I am pretty lame at lacing, ending a piece can be tough - but you have the skill to do it, patience really helps here leather - looks like your working with plywood - call wickett&craig, speak to Glenn - nuff said - if you do nothing else, using beautiful material will inspire you to put the time and effort in to bring it to the next level all in all - a fine effort, your next one will be even cooler! Steve thanks for the tips and help I will read them carefully Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ArtS Report post Posted July 9, 2008 You've been staying busy! You're doing good. ArtS Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spider Report post Posted July 9, 2008 I love seeing these cases made. Good work. I will borrow some of Steveb's tips too. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Trauma Report post Posted July 9, 2008 Hey, Nice job, i love the shape and overall look of this type of case. One small observation though, looking at the bag 4 pic, zooming right in on the pic, a couple of the lines look like they've been swiveled, and then hit *slightly* off with a bevel tool. They look like they have a sight flap or fold in the corner of the bevel. I'll freely admit, I'm a novice when it comes to carving, but I've had a few carvings which I've had to quickly adjust due to a rushed mallet blow or two. I've found that re-casing and carefully applying a sculpting spoon is usually enough to neaten up the edges Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
calanneh Report post Posted July 9, 2008 Looks great JBird! What did you do on the inside? Is it one large open space or do you have it divided? Did you dye and finish the inside of the case? I would love to see an inside shot. I have been tossing around the idea of making a toolbag to carry my power saws in. It would be several cases so each saw has their own case. But I know once I start....I won't stop until ALL my tools have their own case... Great work buddy! cal Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jbird Report post Posted July 9, 2008 Looks great JBird!What did you do on the inside? Is it one large open space or do you have it divided? Did you dye and finish the inside of the case? I would love to see an inside shot. I have been tossing around the idea of making a toolbag to carry my power saws in. It would be several cases so each saw has their own case. But I know once I start....I won't stop until ALL my tools have their own case... Great work buddy! cal Hi cal it is just a big open space it fits over a wood block that holds my tools. Josh Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
