Swfla1 Report post Posted September 26, 2008 Hi all - I know absolutely nothing about this craft, but have wanted to learn for years. My wife decided that since I retired I REALLY needed to find something to do so I decided this was the best time for me to learn. I hope you will all be patient with me if I ask really stupid questions. My wife would rather have me annoying you guys than her. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
twofour878 Report post Posted September 27, 2008 Welcome. I also just started and the people here have been quite helpful. There's alot of useful info and tips so good luck! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
King's X Report post Posted September 27, 2008 Welcome to the forum. No stupid questions here only stupid mistakes when you didn't ask the question in the first place. Good luck! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TwinOaks Report post Posted September 27, 2008 to Leatherworker.net, best site on the entire internet! You'll have questions, and we have answers! Seriously, this is the best site I've seen regarding people sharing information. I think just about every aspect of leather working is covered in one way or another. Don't be shy about asking questions, there's a slew of folks here that can answer them for you. Coffee and donuts are in the breakroom, restrooms down the hall. Again, welcome and we hope you enjoy what you see. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BillB Report post Posted September 27, 2008 SwFla1, Welcome to the Forum. As Mike D (TwinOaks) has already stated, you can't find a better website with folks all interested in Leather Crafts. Since you are a beginner, my suggestion is to pick up a few books on the basics from any number of the various resources found in "The Business" under "Resources" and "Suppliers" forums. Once you have the basics down, then explore the various styles of leather crafting that are out there. A good sampling can be found in various forums and sub-forums in "Tooling, Stamping and Carving" and "Specialty Leatherwork". The main thing is to explore the various styles and art forms and mostly have fun. You can find a reference map for this site at: http://leatherworker.net/forum/index.php?showtopic=4751 or Leatherwork.net>Leather is tanned animal skins, and is a byproduct of the meat industry > Board Ambassadors > LeatherWorker.net Quick Reference Map. Again, Welcome to the Forum BillB. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TomSwede Report post Posted September 27, 2008 Welcome to the forum. No stupid questions here only stupid mistakes when you didn't ask the question in the first place.Good luck! Hello and Welcome Swfla1! ATX said it very well so ask away and there is usually someone around to answer it straight away. Tom Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ArtS Report post Posted September 27, 2008 Welcome! Art Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Davy Report post Posted September 28, 2008 G'day matey ! yep this IS the best site on the net without question . Asking questions is how you learn . From what I've found , everyone here is more than willing to share advice . This is how the craft stays alive , by passing it on to others so its never lost . Again , Welcome and hope you enjoy all that you will learn . Cheers , Dave . Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Swfla1 Report post Posted September 28, 2008 Thanks for the warm welcome all. Looks like my first step is to do some reading! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
