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So, this is a work in progress (obviously by the photos). It is originally ment to be a magnetic money clip. However, I decided to put part of my dad's automotive shop logo on it and make it a buisiness card holder instead. What are your thoughts so far?

-Rich

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looks good and good idea to convert it to a card holder however the edges of the cards may end up getting bent in his pocket as the holder isn't as wide as the cards

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Here it is finished. I think it turned out pretty well.... better than I thought it would anyway :)

looks good and good idea to convert it to a card holder however the edges of the cards may end up getting bent in his pocket as the holder isn't as wide as the cards

I didnt think of that. hopefully it will work out and the old man will like it.

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I'm sure he'll love it and nice work. Maybe if he keeps it in a shirt pocket it won't allow the edges to get too bent

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Looks good to me, what made you choose to punch the holes instead of using like a diamond awl or something?

It looks like the one that comes in a kit from Tandy in which case, the holes are already there to make it easier to do for the beginner

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It looks like the one that comes in a kit from Tandy in which case, the holes are already there to make it easier to do for the beginner

Ah. I just got started myself and contemplated buying a kit just to have directions... As it is now I just practice (read as play...) until I realize I am missing tool for something i want to try. I still need a good piece of stone to work on... and an awl... and some transfer paper... and some dobbers... modelinging spoon and stylus, etc lol

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there will always be something you need as you go along lol

if you have one near you, check out a kitchen and counter store and see if they have any samples they aren't selling anymore and you may be able to get a nice piece of granite or marble to work on cheaper then what a leather supply shop would want. I picked up one a month ago at a place near me for free that was 12"x12"x1.5". It's not pretty but it works and it is flat and polished.

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I agree with Halitech. I work for Lowe's and got a 12"X12" granite sample for free. It never hurts to ask!

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Thanks for the compliments, guys. I am a beginner (this is only like my 4th or 5th project) and it did come as a kit. The only thing that I changed was putting in part of my dad's logo. I dont have the tools to put in my own holes for the stitching but that is the next thing on the list! I am really enjoying this hobby and I cant wait to get cracking on the next item!

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