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I see where I originally said the thread doesn't twist...well, it does, but only after 3/4 or more of the belt. No biggie. My fault I had about one third too much thread. Carry over from THICK holsters, when I didn't have enough thread. Apparently, thin stuff doesn't need near as much thread. Go figure. Live and learn.

So much leather...so little time.

 

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There are mathematical equations for figuring out thread length. But I've found 4 times the thread length works. On thin stuf like wallets I do like 3.5 X length.

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Good info, thanks Matt!

So much leather...so little time.

 

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I just received my second order from John at Egyptian Leather. Fast service, 'cause he upgraded the shipping! I had to build a "thread board" today because my collection of sizes/colors is increasing. It's not like me to be this organized...ask the trophy wife. But, I figured with all the colors, and sizes, I'd better stay ahead of the airplane on this one. I've found that I need more than one SHARP awl at a time. I know, I know, but again, that's just not me. So during down time...aka drying time...I sharpened some more awl sizes. I HATE having to enlarge stitching holes from their original sizes to accommodate the needle/thread sizes. APPARENTLY  there's a correlation between awl size and thread/needle size. Go figure. Hey, read my profile..."newbie mistakes". It's what I do. 

Oh, and get this...the scoundrel...John included a sample of "Egyptian Blue" tiger thread, AND a coupon for 5% off on my next order of 5 bucks or more. Sly devil. I'm wantin' me some Egyptian Blue!

Said trophy wife wants to know, "what are you going to use THAT thread color with?"  Like that entered into the equation! I WANT it, I NEED it, I'll find a use for it!

So much leather...so little time.

 

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