Leahlovesleather Report post Posted July 29, 2017 Hello from sunny Western Australia, I have been dabbling in leatherwork for only a few months but have taken to it like a duck to water. Ironically my mother's maiden name was Last - so maybe there is something in my DNA. Virtually everything I have learnt is from youtube. A big "THANK YOU" to everyone on this site who has placed information on youtube. Even little videos on things like thread comparison are really helpful and can save money. I have watched so many tutorials that I am sure I have seen at least one of everyone's. I note gmace99 is on here (UK Saddlery) I have watched lots of your videos and learnt heaps. Thank you so much. PS: you're not that bad a cameraman. Don't think I will ever take on making a saddle, but... who knows.... I have just opened an Etsy shop: LTLAustralia I only do small leathergoods and don't charge much compared to the time it takes to hand stitch, etc. Until I feel I am reallllllly good, I will be happy to sell cheaper. I don't want to use any machinery - I enjoy the traditional ways. The range of info and the knowledge base on this forum is fabulous, and I look forward to learning a heap more. Cheers, Leah Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rockoboy Report post Posted July 29, 2017 Welcome Leah. Depending on exactly where you are, you might consider contacting, meeting, learning from and associating with the Leatherworkers Association of WA. Apparently they have a Facebook page, but I don't bother with facebook, Howie696 on this forum is your "go to man". He's a good bloke and he will always set you straight. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Leahlovesleather Report post Posted July 29, 2017 Thanks Rockoboy, I had a look at the Leatherworker's Assoc. of WA and there is a heap of things there. Mightcheck out some of howie696's posts now. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AussieMade Report post Posted July 29, 2017 Welcome fellow Aussie. There are a few Aussies that frequent this forum. Not sure how many over your way though, But a few here in QLD. Good luck with Etsy. Been debating about whether to finally get mine going or not. Damien. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Leahlovesleather Report post Posted July 29, 2017 Hello Damien, Etsy is cheap to get into. I think I pay .20c per listing and a listing lasts for 3 months. Might be worth listing a dozen or so pieces to test the water?! I have a silver jewellery site on Etsy and have not sold much, but am selling a bit more of the leatherwork. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
