JLSleather Report post Posted November 10, 2018 (edited) Hey, I got a color scheme, self-inflicted. I wanna put it in "how i did that", but I don't mind showing off a little, and never did mind a critique... so .. Show off How do I .. Critique ... SHOW OFF: It does work, but not a "match" exactly. I think the COLORS were correct, but maybe shoulda tried some flat black ant-streak in the basket stamp? Fer the crosshatch effect .. HOW DO I ...: Put a ounce er so saddle tan (Fiebings - Angelus likely call it something else) in a small jar. Add a drop of chocolate (not the new "dark chocolate", though that would likely work too) at a time until you get the "rosewood" shade. Paint the entire surface. Then "sunburst" with full-strength chocolate ass usual. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OMVHrTPf1AQ CRITIQUE ...: Uh.. that's yer end ... Edited November 10, 2018 by JLSleather Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JLSleather Report post Posted November 10, 2018 Now, granted.. a smarter fella woulda wrote down HOW MANY DROPS of chocolate it takes to git that shade .... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sheilajeanne Report post Posted November 10, 2018 I have a question: what would flat black 'ant streak' look like, and how would you apply it? Sounds like you'd use it like an antique? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
battlemunky Report post Posted November 10, 2018 I'm thinking "ant" was short for antique @Sheilajeanne. @JLSleather, that is a most agreeable color for those grips. I think ya nailed it again sir. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JLSleather Report post Posted November 10, 2018 45 minutes ago, Sheilajeanne said: Sounds like you'd use it like an antique Yup. I've used the paste, but only when requested. That's been widespread use for DECADES, but I've never seen it done where I LIKED it. Reminds me of the stain left behind when the rain puddles dry up (blech!). Ive seen some really great leather work damaged with it. I COULD HAVE done a "crosshatch" stamp (I'm sure somebody makes a tool just for that), but this fella specifically asked for basket stamp. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ABHandmade Report post Posted November 10, 2018 Sir, your attention to detail and thoroughness is admirable! PS. I hope that the word “thoroughness” in the English version has the same positive meaning as in Russian. I sometimes get into awkward situations with my creepy English. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JLSleather Report post Posted November 10, 2018 "thoroughness" is nice .. better 'n' that "compulsive" and "obsessive" the wench talks about Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sheilajeanne Report post Posted November 10, 2018 I'm thinking "ant" was short for antique @Sheilajeanne. DUH!! Of course! Forgive me for being so dense. I used to teach biology, so 'ant' to me means a 6 legged beastie! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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