JoshofAllTrades Report post Posted March 5, 2019 Hey everyone, I'm currently in Springville/Odenville, but will be moving up near Huntsville soon. I started down this rabbit hole about a month ago after wandering into a Tandy leather looking to learn how to make a knife sheath to go with the knives I forge... Walked out with way more than I thought I was gonna get and now I think I have a problem. Here is my month progression so far! Started off with this knife sheath *I didn't make this knife, did make the hammer though...* Followed by a card wallet Then I bit the bullet and tried out a wallet A friend of mine saw my card wallet and asked if he could buy one, so I made him one. This one had a neat scar that came through in the dye very well! Then another friend wanted to buy a full wallet, so I made him one. This was wallet number 2! Really love the white and brown! So did the dog! Then my wife wanted a bag, so we made this one together: Then came more wallet requests! Wallet number three! Starting to notice improvements! Working improving my edges: And I just finished up wallet number 4 tonight! I'm really happy with this one and love the natural and black accents. My fit up was way better on this one! Well, I hope you enjoyed my first month of leather working as much as I did! I'm really enjoying it so far and am super glad I was able to get involved! Also, huge shout out to the super helpful people at the Birmingham Tandy location for being super helpful and informative! If you guys/girls see anything I could do to improve on, or have little tips here and there, please do share! I love learning and embrace the learning curve! Thanks, -Josh Oh, on a side note, if there are any local Huntsville people on here, are there any leather supply places around Huntsville? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SilverForgeStudio Report post Posted March 6, 2019 Looks like you are off and running on the addiction! Great journey so far looks like... This forum is a good place to wander the styles and learn how to focus your efforts! Bravo and welcome! SilverForge Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoshofAllTrades Report post Posted March 6, 2019 Thanks! I'm looking forward to learning more! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gengado Report post Posted March 20, 2019 i'm was enjoined with reading your short and great story Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Smartee Report post Posted March 20, 2019 You definitely hit the floor with both feet! Off to an awesome start! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
keithpip Report post Posted March 20, 2019 Welcome to the Forum! I'm just down the road from you in Trussville. Good luck in Huntsville. Keith Oh...very nice work. You're off to a good start. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Riem Report post Posted April 4, 2019 With that stack of wallet blanks, it looks like you've found one essential component of attaining proficiency - doing a bunch of similar things in short succession helps one develop the routine and muscle memory before tackling more advanced projects. Well done on the finished stuff - looking good so far! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bennyleather Report post Posted April 11, 2019 You've got wicked talent! Looks great, from project one to the most recent! Keep it up!! If your looking into trying new leather, I recommend www.districtkeathersupply.com they have great selections and you can get small pieces (4x18, 8x18) before going for a full/half hide. Most important thing is to have fun. Benny Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Clintock Report post Posted July 23, 2019 (edited) Welcome from southwest AL. There’s a saddle maker up round Roanoke. DND leather I believe. She makes other things as well. Not sure she’s on here tho cant see any pics. Guess my phone being crazy. Edited July 23, 2019 by Clintock Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
