Greetings From Maryland

[Zen Diesel]

Greetings,

This is my semi-quick intro. 30 something male from the Maryland. Most of my experience with leather has come from prefab kits (gloves, moccasins, bags, bracelets, etc...) that I have done over the years from my youth to currently.

I am what is called a "Maker" / "Hacker", which is a fancy way of saying I like to build and modify stuff. I have come across the majority of my skills as engineer / builder / technician for the entertainment industry (mostly live shows, but tv and movies as well).

I am a collector of skills. I sharpen my skills by making things and asking questions when I get stuck. I promise to search the archives first but if I need further clarification I will post so please be patient with me.

I have wanted to get more into leathercraft for many years. I have collected random bits and bobs of leather and remnants and kits I have yet to do. I only recently discovered Tandy Leather. The bigger bonus was that I discovered that one was about an hour drive from my home. Armed with this knowledge and my bank card I have spent a small fortune ramping up my specialty tools and materials for bigger projects that I have been dreaming about.

I am happy to be in the company of and to take advantage of the vast knowledge of master leather workers. I guess you could say I am awl in.

BTW I should mention Ian Atkinson of Leodis Leather Youtube channel is how I discovered this forum. His and Nigel Armitage of Nigel Armitage Leather Youtube channels have really spurned me forward to pursue this as more than a casual interest. so bravo gentlemen.

Regards,

ZD

[King's X]

Hello ZD and welcome to the forum!