Leather Cuffs

[mashley]

Hi All,

I'm a total noob, I love leather cuffs/wristbands/bracelets. I'd like to start making these and would like some helping determining which tools to start with.

How much should I spend on draw gauges, edge bevelers etc.

What else do I need to cut/radius the corners and what sizes?

How to procure leather samples/swatches?

I don't plan doing much embellishing/carving but would like to use studs/gromets/snaps/rivets etc. as hardware/fasteners. Eventually some stitching but not right away.

I appreciate any help and advice.

I look forward to the day when I can contribute to this forum.

Thanks!

Mike

[WScott]

Hello

Making straps, bracelets, belts and coasters is an excellent starting point.

I am gonna direct you to a few threads to read through in no particular order. Sorry if this keeps you up all night! Have fun

http://leatherworker...ols#entry314969

http://leatherworker...l=+basic +tools

http://leatherworker...l=+basic +tools

http://leatherworker...l=+basic +tools

http://leatherworker...gin#entry324130

http://leatherworker...topic=50294&hl=

http://leatherworker...topic=48166&hl=

Edited December 9, 2013 by WScott

[mashley]

Hi WScott,

Thanks much!!!

You nailed it, I will be up all night getting very OCD about this already!

[WScott]

Hey no worries, glad to help

Once you are in full addiction,you won't remember where your time or money went...

and you won't care.

[mashley]

Oh I know the drill, I got into cult red wines collecting "drinking" a few years ago and should have bought a performance car in stead.