vera Report post Posted August 29, 2007 Hi!! To show internal beauty of a leather we do not use, sometimes, additional materials in folders. A leather we choose thick and rigid. On a bend there are wrinkles. What will advise? Michael & Vera -------------- www.art-goldberg.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Studio-N Report post Posted August 29, 2007 dang, that is nice! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnD Report post Posted August 29, 2007 Very nice, I'm not sure what to do about the wrinkles. Someone here probably has some insight though. John Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
abn Report post Posted August 30, 2007 Vera, On the first and second folders you show, you probably aren't getting many wrinkles because it appears the flesh side is showing on the interior. The flesh side is naturally going to bend and compress. On the third folder, my guess is that it shows wrinkles because you're bending against the grain side. Since that side doesn't compress as easily, it can get bunched up and wrinkled. If it really bothers you, I'd just make sure to construct each folder like the first two, with the flesh side showing on the interior. But my opinion is to forget about it -- you do outstanding work, and this is a small detail I suspect no one will notice. Plus, leather is a natural product, and natural products wrinkle and show other tendencies that the synthetics don't. Beautiful work! Thanks for the pics. -Alex Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnK Report post Posted September 4, 2007 :angel_not: Vera, You do some of the most beautifully unique work that I've seen lately. These folders are gorgeous. If the wrinkles you're concerned about are in the lining of these photos they add character to the piece. If they are in the center fold, it may be better to apply the lining after you fold the back and trim the edge. Just an idea that works for me. On a bend, you are usually going to have belly (fat) wrinkles. It is the nature of the cut of leather. You might try skirting or a thicker cut of shoulder. I'll check on some other ideas from the tannery and get back with you. We would love to see you and/or your work in the International Federation of Leather Guilds competition and seminars at Fort Worth in October. Wow, you could teach a class and demonstrate your techniques for the attendees. Anyone not attending your class would loose out on a wonderful experience. Drop me a note at and I'll send you some information on the show. Time is running out as it is from October 19th-21st and there is a deadline for receiving entries unless you are a walk-in on Friday the 19th. Again-GOOD WORK!! JKK Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Johanna Report post Posted September 5, 2007 Have you tried skiving the center of the book where it folds? Skiving is like using a vegetable peeler to take off a layer or two of leather, only you have to use a sharper knife. I like the little $4 "super skiver" from Tandy (takes regular razor blades) for skiving like this. By getting the leather slightly thinner at the fold, nothing bunches up or wrinkles. The kind of work you are doing is not called "engraving" in the US. I would describe it as "filigree". The intricate detail of your designs looks beautiful, and I can only imagine how many hours of love go into a project! One slip of the knife and, back to the bench! Thank you for sharing, Vera. Your work is inspiring and unique. Johanna Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vera Report post Posted September 6, 2007 :angel_not: Vera,You do some of the most beautifully unique work that I've seen lately. These folders are gorgeous. If the wrinkles you're concerned about are in the lining of these photos they add character to the piece. If they are in the center fold, it may be better to apply the lining after you fold the back and trim the edge. Just an idea that works for me. On a bend, you are usually going to have belly (fat) wrinkles. It is the nature of the cut of leather. You might try skirting or a thicker cut of shoulder. I'll check on some other ideas from the tannery and get back with you. We would love to see you and/or your work in the International Federation of Leather Guilds competition and seminars at Fort Worth in October. Wow, you could teach a class and demonstrate your techniques for the attendees. Anyone not attending your class would loose out on a wonderful experience. Drop me a note at and I'll send you some information on the show. Time is running out as it is from October 19th-21st and there is a deadline for receiving entries unless you are a walk-in on Friday the 19th. Again-GOOD WORK!! JKK Thanks for support. We have an information on the show. We wish to transfer some works, but there is a problem in the application: 1. How correctly to define division? How define open division, advanced division, masters division? 2. Category A: Picture - "Pictures, embossed" or " Pictures, leather-framed leather pictures, any size, any technique." 3. In what categories to define a vase (Sculpted leather items? ) , a folder ( Household items? )? 4. "Check with your guild for entry tags; if additional entry tags are needed, contact Lone Star Leather Crafters." - Have not understood. Michael & Vera Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rawhide Report post Posted September 6, 2007 I forget which book I read, but I'm pretty sure it was by Al Stohlman. When you adhere the lining on, do so with the project already bent into shape. This accounts for the extra material needed, and minimizes wrinkles. I don't know if it will totally eliminate them, but it's worth a shot. After the bonding is complete, you can trim the lining, stitch or lace. Good luck. Marlon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pip Report post Posted September 8, 2007 Beautiful stuff, If I get half as good as you i will die a happy man. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
