spikeyjacket Report post Posted March 24, 2017 I've never done any type of leatherworking before and I wanted to start with making studed belts and bondage belts. I'd like them to look a bit rugged not formal though and accounting for the studs and rings added to them what type of leather and weight do you think would be good to use? Any other tips for making them for someone who is new? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sonydaze Report post Posted March 24, 2017 7-8 oz. or 8-9 oz. strap or bridle leather should work fine unless you want other than black or brown. If you want other colours then you are looking at similar weight vegitan leather and dying/finishing it yourself. To pursue conversations on these items, it might be a good idea to ask for access to the adult section of the forum and post there. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ContactCement Report post Posted March 29, 2017 (edited) Leather is expensive in general. Remnant bags at the popular chain wide craft stores can be purchased with a 40% coupon. These remnant bags often times have a few nice thick pre dyed leather pieces sometimes large enough to make a short handled "fly swatter." and some poodle collars. I personally use the Speedy Stitcher sewing awl and a Stitching Punch Tool 1+2+4+6 10 Prong 3/4/5/6mm. Making enough profits to pay for an industrial sewing right now I doubt I would. The Tippmann Boss looks heavy enough to make "fly swatters". Have fun and good luck Edited March 29, 2017 by ContactCement Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
