Monticore Report post Posted September 12, 2008 Hello, I am new to leather working and new to the forums , i started making watch straps maybe 3 weeks ago i really enjoy it but i think i can make them better. I used a lot of tips found on this forums regarding burnishing/edging but i am still not sure if i have it as best as i could , i am also not sure if the leather i am using makes it harder to get that store bought look. please take a look and comment , good or bad i am just trying to get better. i is welcome some suggestions on different styles of stitching or where i can find leather. thank you for your time Monti Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spider Report post Posted September 12, 2008 Hi Monti, I like the look of the strap. As for the burnishing I've heard that water or even spit helps to soften the leather to be burnished. I saw a girl once licking her belt and then burnishing it. There is also edge coat which goes on like paint to cover the edge and hide any seams. Let's see some more of your stuff. You will surely find tons of info here. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mudman Report post Posted September 12, 2008 Good looking strap. Will be looking forward to seeing some more of your work. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
