Members Tommykay98 Posted March 5, 2015 Members Report Posted March 5, 2015 Hi, my name is Tom and I'm a wanna be. I wanna be a leather crafter but I'm a long way off from that. I recently started in this addictive hobby and I am hoping to get good enough to earn a little income with it. Just a little. I am really amazed at the craftsmanship visible on these pages. I have been practicing some and hope to post a few pics soon. I have learned its not a cheap thing to get into, I cringe thinking about the $16.00 worth of leather from eBay (3 small pcs.) that I mangled up already. But, it's fun, challenging and taking over my mind! Thank you all for being here. Quote
robertmeco Posted March 5, 2015 Report Posted March 5, 2015 Welcome to the forum glad to have you join us. Quote
Members Jim Posted March 8, 2015 Members Report Posted March 8, 2015 Welcome Tommy. You might want to try to locate a saddle maker who will sell you his scrap leather. Lots cheaper than EBay. If you need some help with sheaths and holsters, holler at me. Glad to help. Jim Quote Never forget where you are, so you will always remember where you've been.
Members Tommykay98 Posted March 10, 2015 Author Members Report Posted March 10, 2015 Thank you Robert. And thank you Jim. I was able to find 1 saddle maker and 1 saddle repair and tack maker. I've sent them emails and one has replied. So I'll see where this goes. Thanks again for the great idea. Heck, wish I lived in Texas or California, seem to be many a saddle maker in those parts. Quote
Pip Posted March 10, 2015 Report Posted March 10, 2015 Hello from Liverpool (or close enough) uk Quote
Members Avion Posted March 10, 2015 Members Report Posted March 10, 2015 You might also try a saddle maker here in Ada, OK.....David Saige.... Check out explore Ada, David Saige on youtube Quote
Members Tommykay98 Posted March 11, 2015 Author Members Report Posted March 11, 2015 I'll give it a try, thanks Avion. Quote
Members Tommykay98 Posted March 12, 2015 Author Members Report Posted March 12, 2015 Latest update: The saddle maker has called me and has turned out to be a very friendly and helpful person. We had a great conversation. He gave recommendation's on tools and books and may even let me visit his shop for a few pointers. I feel extremely blessed to have such a great opportunity. Quote
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