cody1200 Report post Posted January 19, 2013 Hello, I am looking to start braiding leather wanting to make jewelery and belts. I bought the book leather braiding by bruce grant. I am not quite sure on how to make the thongs. The book isn't very specific on the thickness or type of leather to use. I know for braiding the best leather to use is kangaroo but I am just beginning. Any help would be appreciated! Thanks. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TwinOaks Report post Posted January 20, 2013 Since you are just learning, go ahead and buy pre-made lace. It'll save a lot of time on learning how to make lace, and give you an idea of how lace should lay/handle. Start with 'Pro-lace' or goat lace, and get to braiding. Then, once you've got the hang of it, you can see about getting a lace cutter/strander, and cutting a hide into lace, then dyeing, stretching, and beveling it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
