KY23 Report post Posted November 23, 2015 Made a few dog collars and belts with my new sewing machine. Because of the long time to hand stitch I've avoided projects like lined belts/collars but now that I have a sewing machine I've been cranking some things out. Still working on improving edging and dyeing. Here is a pic of a dog collar I made for one of my Giant Schnauzers. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Yardarm Report post Posted November 29, 2015 Nice! My hand stitching is....well, lacking to say the least. May I ask what sewing machine you have? I couldn't even sew a straight line with a regular sewing machine, so I may be relegated to making collars without any stitching. *sigh* I would love to make a padded collar, but that, of course, requires stitching. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KY23 Report post Posted November 29, 2015 It's a Cowboy CB4500. I was using an edge guide at first but with some practice I'm able to sew a straight line without. Before the sewing machine I avoided projects that required stitching. Belts, collars, holsters, etc just don't look finished without lining IMO. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Yardarm Report post Posted November 30, 2015 I'll use my friend Google to look that up - thank you! I agree that lining really polishes the product...but not if it looks like my dog himself did the stitching! I don't know if this is allowed on this forum, but if so, can you please share where you purchase leather and tools from? I have been purchasing from an 'old reliable' nationwide source, but I wonder if there are better options. If I can master (and afford) the sewing machine, I'd like to know where to find the best materials. Then again, that's why I joined this joint! Thanks for your quick reply! Love the collar. If the one I'm working on currently turns out even wearable for the pup, I may share it here. Mmmm, ahhh, maybe not. XD Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KY23 Report post Posted November 30, 2015 I buy most of my leather through SpringField leather. I do get some from Tandy when it's on sale. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eglideride Report post Posted January 12, 2016 Very Nice Collar- may I ask where you source your roller buckle and D rings? Never thought to reduce the inner liner like you did...nicer finished edge. I really like that idea. Thanks! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tayylor Report post Posted February 22, 2016 Very Nice Collar- may I ask where you source your roller buckle and D rings? Never thought to reduce the inner liner like you did...nicer finished edge. I really like that idea. Thanks! You can purchase the buckle from Tandy, Buckle Guy, and Ohio Travel Bag. All online. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eglideride Report post Posted February 22, 2016 Thanks- found some nice hardware at Weaver. Also started using a machine- CB 3200. Very cool! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tayylor Report post Posted February 22, 2016 Great. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
