zuludog Report post Posted September 12, 2019 My favourite wallet is just the right size & number of pockets for me, but it's nylon and showing its age - worn, threadbare, and fraying Do you think that if I carefully unpicked it I could use the pieces as a pattern or template to make something very similar from leather? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
toxo Report post Posted September 12, 2019 Having a go won't hurt if it's had it's day anyway. Or leave it as it is and measure the individual pieces as best you can, cut them out in card and assemble. I'm in exactly the same boat but I'll wait awhile before diving into the itty bitty stuff. Good luck. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tugadude Report post Posted September 12, 2019 Sure, it will give you a basic pattern, but be aware that because it might be sewn with very tight margins (the nylon one) you may need to add a bit of leather so that you have room for a proper stitching line. If you simply lay them out and cut to the exact size, by the time you go to stitch the edges the pockets may end up too tight. So use it as a "guide" rather than a true template. Obviously there are other things you can co this with. Many here have taken apart an old purse or satchel in order to use it as a pattern. It works and it helps.\ Good luck! BTW, I forgot to mention turned or rolled edges. If you plan on those make certain to add the required dimension. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikeRock Report post Posted September 12, 2019 I was over at Springfield Leather's website, buying some sides and saw they have 'wallet interiors'. Wow...272 choices. https://www.springfieldleather.com/Interiors-Kits/Wallets-Interiors You might find what you wish in that selection. God bless Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
