A New Case

[MY63]

Thanks Bob

I think you are right the handle will stay as it is.

[MY63]

I fitted the handle and have finally started assembly the back and middle sections are sewn together and I am about to start sewing the front in place.

[MY63]

My search for suitable rivets has been successful the attached pictures show the hasp now riveted in place and the fastening straps glued in place.

Edges next.

[MY63]

This has been a long road which I have thoroughly enjoyed the English bridle leather is a dream to work with.

The corners of the gusset were the hardest thing to get my head around.

Thanks for looking and especially to those who took the time to comment

[MonicaJacobson]

Really nice work. You've got a few stitching inconsistencies here and there, but you started with a difficult project, and you made it look great. Congratulations! I'm sure the next thing you make will look even better.

[Wild Bill46]

Thank you for your efforts in showing us your procedure in increments, Much appreciated !

I think your a fine craftsman, by the way this turned out ! ------- Wild Bill46

[Tugadude]

Looks great and there was a lot of work involved. One suggestion would be on the shoulder pad. Next time you might use a wing divider or stitching groover to scribe a line for your stitching. You ended up with rounded corners on the leather and rectangular lines of stitching. Do one or the other but they should match. A divider or groover will follow the curves and help your stitching match the shape of the pad.

Edited December 3, 2015 by Tugadude

[MY63]

Thanks for the kind words.

I am unable to sew for long periods and think my problems with stitching are where I have stopped and started more practice may well help with this.

Tugadude I made the pad too large and decided to cut it down after I had sewn it together I have some leather left over so I will be making another.

Michael

Edited December 5, 2015 by MY63