Members Paulsleather Posted November 20, 2013 Members Report Posted November 20, 2013 Hi folks, Here is a recently completed 16” x 11” x 4” double gusset, lock and hasp briefcase. The interior is lined with a micro suede fabric and has 3 mini pockets. The back has an exterior zippered pocket for a 13” Mac Book Air. It also has a bottom cross stitched handle, a shoulder strap and pad, and a set of brass feet. Thanks for viewing. Your comments and critique are welcome! Quote
Members groovytech Posted November 20, 2013 Members Report Posted November 20, 2013 Very nice. How much are you gonna get for it? Quote Be Nice. Do Good. Have Fun.
Members misha01 Posted November 20, 2013 Members Report Posted November 20, 2013 That looks great. It's looking at stuff like this that got me to try leather working. Quote
Members Paulsleather Posted November 21, 2013 Author Members Report Posted November 21, 2013 Thanks, groovy, benlilly and Misha. I can't stress enough what a help the forum has been. So many well written how to's and general pointers makes this my first stop when I've got questions on a build. Quote
AndyL1 Posted November 21, 2013 Report Posted November 21, 2013 Wow! That came out beautiful! I love the overall design and like that you spent a fair amount of time on the details (lining, brass feet, bound edges). I also like the zippered back pocket... something I may consider doing on mine too. Cheers, Andy Quote Blackthorn Leather on Etsy • Blackthorn Leather on Facebook
Members Basically Bob Posted November 21, 2013 Members Report Posted November 21, 2013 Wow! Inspirational, for sure. Love it! Quote
Members Paulsleather Posted November 21, 2013 Author Members Report Posted November 21, 2013 Thanks, Andy. Yes, those details are where the time gets spent for sure. And, while it does try my patience , it sure gives a sense of satisfaction when it's done. Really enjoy your work - you've got some great stuff! Quote
Members Alphonse Posted November 21, 2013 Members Report Posted November 21, 2013 Newbie more than inspired here! Beautiful work that anyone would be thrilled to own. Quote Alphonse "If you must choose between two evils, pick the one you've never tried before!"
Members Paulsleather Posted November 21, 2013 Author Members Report Posted November 21, 2013 Thanks, Bob & Alphonse. I'm glad you liked it! That's one of the great things about the site... Plenty gets posted around here that challenges and inspires. I've certainly found it to be the case. Quote
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