Ski Report post Posted August 6, 2013 (edited) Hello all! Im Ski from UK - Manchester. I started leatherworking about 2 years ago and started my homebrand AV Leather (the logo represents AV inside a camp fire). It all started when I couldn't buy a real belt anywhere so it can double up as a strop for my knives while out wild camping, then quickly moved onto making sheaths for knives and axes and now messing around with phone cases and wallets etc.. For a while I've been searching for a community to get involved with, as I do not know anyone I can ask for tips about this fine craft, and finally I have found YOU!! I don't saddle stitch yet, as I work with 4mm leather, and my awls don't like 9mm leather. But, Ive just made a stitching horse and I'm on the look out for a proper Pricking Iron (on a 45 degree angle) so I should be doing it the right way very soon. Love all the examples and guides on this forum and have much respect for you lot and the work you turn out. Hoping one day I will get there too. Some examples below. Edited August 6, 2013 by Ski Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
raysouth Report post Posted August 6, 2013 Hello Ski, and WELCOME to the greatest site for leather folks. I think that any information needed for leathercrafting, can be found here and if not, one or more of the members will certainly help you find what you need. Enjoy your time here and God Bless. Ray Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lightningad Report post Posted August 7, 2013 greetings from sunny Oldham! i'm sure you'll find all the info and advice you need right here on this fine forum. adam Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ski Report post Posted August 8, 2013 Thank you for the warm welcome. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
