Members owenzachary Posted October 7, 2012 Members Report Posted October 7, 2012 I am very new to the boards, but have been lurking for some time. I sew handbags and want to start incorporating leather handles into my bag designs. Eventually I plan to go to simple, clean-lined totes and clutches. I know very little about leather but with the help of the forums here I am slowly learning, but it sure is overwhelming! My question is: Is there a supplier you all would recommend for handbag straps that are NOT precut? Ideally, I'd like to buy a large continuous amount so I can customize the handle lengths when I need to. I am also worried about stretching of the leather, so is there a specific leather I should look for? I also have read here about treating (oils, etc) the leather, but is there strapping out there where it is already done for you? I don't mind having an unfinished back, but do people sew two thinner pieces of leather together? I will be making medium to large size totes so having a thicker handle is ideal and also having it between 1/2'-1" wide would be preferred. I want my totes to last and not have to worry about stretching or breaking. Thank you for any advice or help you could send my way, Cindy in Florida Quote
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