Members bubb Posted December 14, 2017 Members Report Posted December 14, 2017 But it looked so simple to make. Until you see just how large an 18"x18"x6" leather tote really is and how many holes you have to make BEFORE you even start hand sewing such a monster. My hands haven't quit hurting yet and it's been a week since I finished it for the wife's birthday present... No more hand sewing, wife said I need a machine, she has ideas now.... Quote
Members Fire88 Posted December 15, 2017 Members Report Posted December 15, 2017 Very nice bag. I said the exact thing after doing a purse with liner and shoulder strap. Bought a CB3200 right after. Quote
bikermutt07 Posted December 15, 2017 Report Posted December 15, 2017 I did a 14x16x4 for my wife's 40th two years ago. I haven't even thought about tackling another one since. And I had three people wanting to buy one after they saw hers. Nope, no thank you. Quote I'm not paying 80 bucks for a belt!!! It's a strip of leather. How hard could it be? 4 years and 3 grand later.... I have a belt I can finally live with. Stitching is like gravy, it's only great if you make it every day. From Texas but in Bossier City, Louisiana.
Members robs456 Posted December 17, 2017 Members Report Posted December 17, 2017 (edited) Just did a belt for myself handsewn (may post it later) which comes to over 2 meters of hand stitching. While I did get a great motivation for dieting I also figured out two things: 1. A sewing machine isn't really necessary. 2. I do need to add about 120 to 175 USD for lining a belt or guitar strap. The customer is the Boss but she/he also need to pay for what they get. PS. I also figured out that Netflix is the leatherworkers best friend. DS. Edited December 17, 2017 by robs456 Movies man, movies Quote Instagram: rob5leather
alpha2 Posted December 18, 2017 Report Posted December 18, 2017 A machine is absolutely in my future. I can't do the multiple hours of handle stitching of belts and such. And that is my plan for my impending retirement. After hours today of saddle stitching a belt for a co-worker today, I realize that I must admit that I'm past the point of spending a day hand-stitching. Quote So much leather...so little time.
Members plinkercases Posted December 19, 2017 Members Report Posted December 19, 2017 x2 on netflix and stitching time!!! Quote "Oh my God....I beseech thee grant me the grace to remain in Thy Presence; and to this end do Thou prosper me with Thy assistance, receive all my works, and possess all my affections" Brother Lawrence c.1614-1691 plinkercases.ca
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