peachlingco Report post Posted December 23, 2015 (edited) I need to make a lightweight strap for a small bag, and im not in love with having a raw side exposed. How is a strap like this done? It looks like its finished on both sides but no stitching. I don't know if I would want to rely on glue for such an important component..Either way I was thinking of using either 2 layers of lightweight essex (2-3 oz) or one layer of a 4.5 oz essex.I am a beginner so sorry if this is a silly question. Edited December 23, 2015 by peachlingco Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thor Report post Posted December 23, 2015 It's hard to tell from the picture you posted so I found this site http://www.lyst.com/bags/other-stories-small-leather-shoulder-bag-black-1/ and it's very clear to see that the flesh side is burnished. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mlapaglia Report post Posted December 23, 2015 Start with a quality piece of leather that has a smooth back. A little LIGHT sanding and a glass slicker and it will look really good. The other option is to use contact cement to hold 2 pieces together. I know you didnt want to use cement but a good contact cement along with doing a good job on the edges and you will not see a line along the edge. The contact cement will hold well and forever if you apply it correctly. YMMV Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
