Members Sylvia Posted May 8, 2012 Author Members Report Posted May 8, 2012 There's an idea. I hadn't thought of using those plastic paper protectors to hold them. I was planning to grab a piece of scrap leather and make a fold over pouch holder for each set. Cut a base to the size of the largest template in the set with a flap that folds over the bottom of the pouch and comes to about half way up the template. Then rivet on a strap to hold the flap closed. Pretty simple little project. Back before hubby and I hit "hardship" status, I did a lot of "crazy coupon lady" shopping. I have a binder that already has baseball card protector sheets in it that work great for those tab and shield templates. (lol it still has coupons in it from 2009!) I'll just add some full size sheet protectors for the larger spiral templates. Most of them will fit just right. The binder is one of those that zips shut so even if the try to slide out of their spaces... they will still be contained. I'll post a picture or two when I'm done. A teacher pointed at me with a ruler and said "At the end of this ruler is an idiot." I got detention when I asked "Which end?"
Members Glendon Posted May 8, 2012 Members Report Posted May 8, 2012 You might also want to mention that you are a "LWMEMBER" Or order from their eBay pages. They are offering a pretty good discount to Leatherworker.net members right now to get their name out. I'm sure Jerry or Joyce will let you know about this, but just a heads up.
Members Sylvia Posted May 9, 2012 Author Members Report Posted May 9, 2012 ok... here's a peak at my binder solution. If you are wondering I painted my templates with Sharpies allowed them to dry. I'll come back with some clear nail polish or some spray clear and put a protective coating on them later. A teacher pointed at me with a ruler and said "At the end of this ruler is an idiot." I got detention when I asked "Which end?"
Members CodyG Posted May 15, 2012 Members Report Posted May 15, 2012 I know everyone's raving about BRL right now, and I'm certainly one to do so. Here's why... A couple weeks back, I ordered 3 sets from them and talked to Jerry about making custom templates for spur straps and bronc halter nosebands I make. I thought the price of $20 per template was reasonable and gladly paid for them. I received an email from PayPal on Sunday showing that I'd received a $10 refund. There was a note from Joyce saying that she had added a spur strap template set (different from my design) available to everyone to purchase and that the $10 refund was to make it fair to me. I didn't ask for the refund nor did I expect one. I've already used the $10 refund for my next order with BRL.
Members K-Man Posted May 15, 2012 Members Report Posted May 15, 2012 I've had them make three or four sets of items for me. They've been exceptionally fast in turnaround and make a high quality product. Their templates are a whole lot better to use in comparison to the traditional heavy paper folders. I definitely plan on using BRL in the future, and highly recommend their services.
Members Sylvia Posted May 19, 2012 Author Members Report Posted May 19, 2012 I am very happy that everyone loves BRL... I don't typically stick my neck out for a company like that but I just knew some of us would love to be able to get decent templates at a reasonable price. Of course, Joyce and Jerry are super awesome folks that really good care of the customer... which makes it really easy to sing their praises here. A teacher pointed at me with a ruler and said "At the end of this ruler is an idiot." I got detention when I asked "Which end?"
reddevil76 Posted May 22, 2012 Report Posted May 22, 2012 Here's my take on my experience with BRL. Previously, I only knew Grey Ghost does acrylic templates. A couple of months back, I had Jeff do a set of pattern transfers for me, plus buying a couple of lifters. The corner of my pattern wasn't entirely square, and he actually took note of it and notified me prior to beginning the job. It was a very pleasant experience and I was ready to do business with him again. I did my 28 templates in MS Visio, and then realised that it is a very uncommon software. Jeff tried to work on it but apparently didn't have much success. I tried saving it in another format and sending it to him. After some time, I sent a reminder email, and he replied that he is kinda busy, and will get back when he can. I waited for a couple of weeks before I stumbled upon BRL here. Same problem, Joyce didn't have Visio software. But she patiently worked with me (I'm a computer idiot) and through a combination of saving my files as .dwg extensions, plus sending screen grabs of each file with a grid behind, she managed to work out and verify the sizing of each template. She was extremely patient with me working on my makers stamp too. And when the package arrived, I was pleasantly surprised that not only the templates were accurately made, she engraved the filenames of each template on the pieces itself. This certainly would make it easy for me to store and retrieve them. Thumbs up for her patience and customer service!
Members Sovran81 Posted May 22, 2012 Members Report Posted May 22, 2012 Ordered 2 sets today. I took advantage of the ebay sale. Thanks Sylvia.
Members Sylvia Posted May 27, 2012 Author Members Report Posted May 27, 2012 Ordered 2 sets today. I took advantage of the ebay sale. Thanks Sylvia. LOL No, YOU ROCK. A teacher pointed at me with a ruler and said "At the end of this ruler is an idiot." I got detention when I asked "Which end?"
Members UnionCraft Posted May 27, 2012 Members Report Posted May 27, 2012 I had been looking for a vendor who could fabricate my templates for me and I found myself on Grey Ghost Graphics page. When I saw the prices on the pre-made templates, it scared me away from asking about custom templates. I am so thankful that you posted this Sylvia. I just placed an order for templates to make a card holder and it only cost me $25 shipped. Every time I have a finalized design that I know I will be using a lot, I will have it made by Black River.
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