Wet Formed Phone Case

[Dirck]

The photos attached show my first attempt at wet forming over a block. Learned and adapted from MagiKelly's tutorial!

Made the form from a block of nylon plastic. I used plastic, expecting to use it more than once or twice. The block is cut 1/8" larger than the phone.

Secured the form with a single screw to a piece of 2" x 6" x 12", used scraps of wood to hold/stretch the sides down in place, held with coated drywall screws.

By using the scraps of wood, all the way down the side, I didn't have to do any boning, wet or dry. However, you have to be very careful setting the corners, but it's a one time thing.

Used 3oz veg soaked in warm water for 20 seconds or so. Placed and set over the form, screwed down and left for about twelve hours.

Left the edges of the form sharp on purpose and was surprised how sharp the leather creases turned out! The height of the block could be adjusted up or down by putting scraps under it.

I glued the pieces together, sewed, cut and dyed for a little of an antique/used look.

Now, I'd like to make more forms, maybe in a set of stepped sizes...say 2" x 5", 3" x 6", 4" x 7"..once you have the forms, the should be good for ever.

[Tzalabak]

Looks great. I'm still needing to make some lasts for myself.

Loving the sharpness of the sides going down to the stitches.