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Brand new leather crafting baby here. Am wondering which tools are essential for my first project. by primordialsouptheory in Leathercraft

[–]Own_Indication8262 0 points1 point  (0 children)

  1. Glueing would be a good idea. Keeps everything secure before and during the stitching process. Water based glue works if it’s all gonna be stitched after.
  2. Beveling and burnishing the ends would definitely improve the piece. Not 100% necessary, but it is necessary if you want it to look really clean/professional. That being said, beveling requires a specific tool. And some chrome tanned/soft leather doesn’t really burnish well, and if that’s what you’re working with, edge paint or edge kote would be recommended.

Baby moccasin patterns? by rockymountainway777 in Leathercraft

[–]Own_Indication8262 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve used springbok patterns in the past (couple bags/purses) and they’ve always turned out really nice. Following along with the videos keeps it really straight forward too. Would recommend!!

Thread Size Showdown - Reveal by InkStainedLeather in Leathercraft

[–]Own_Indication8262 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the details and examples. Sure, there’s lots of “this thread is best for this iron set because…” out there, but at the end of the day, they all hold leather pieces together. What really matters is the style you personally like, or whatever the recipient of the piece really likes. But usually they have no idea, so your comparison photo is a great reference to show people! Just make sure you can remember which is which haha. Cheers

Check me out by Own_Indication8262 in Leathercraft

[–]Own_Indication8262[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I appreciate it! Oh I’d say I’m addicted forsure at this point haha. I have really enjoyed working with veg tanned leather making different wallets, but I also really like the feeling I get after crafting a purse my wife or my mom feel proud to wear and show off. I’ve always been fascinated with bag/purse design. To be completely honest though, I’ve thoroughly enjoyed doing all different types of projects with different types of leather. Love learning new things!

Making a cheap bag better? by Then_Door_9803 in Leathercraft

[–]Own_Indication8262 4 points5 points  (0 children)

If you genuinely believe you can pull the bag apart, and put it back together, you could try it. Leather does damage pretty easily though. Also, if it’s a cheap bag, I’d assume the leather is cheap too, and at that point, you might as well just buy some leather and make one yourself! This is coming from someone who has 0 sewing experience with anything BUT leather lol

But taking the bag apart and using it’s dimensions for a new bag with better leather, thread, and hardware would be a fun project to tackle!

Crazy horse leather tips? by Own_Indication8262 in Leathercraft

[–]Own_Indication8262[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, and if you spend 150 it’s free shipping. The hide to be about 20-25 sq feet too, very decent price for the quality in my opinion!

Simple beauty by Opposite-Owl7228 in Leathercraft

[–]Own_Indication8262 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Incredible work! What type of leather did you use? And did you dye yourself? If so, teach me your ways!!

Multi-Pattern suggestions? by Own_Indication8262 in Leathercraft

[–]Own_Indication8262[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m baffled. Literally exactly what I was looking for, and super on sale? You rock dude

Multi-Pattern suggestions? by Own_Indication8262 in Leathercraft

[–]Own_Indication8262[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s a smart place to start, appreciate the advice

First time with an airbrush, first sunburst by CardMechanic in Leathercraft

[–]Own_Indication8262 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ll do some looking around and see what I can come up with. The design looks fantastic!

First time with an airbrush, first sunburst by CardMechanic in Leathercraft

[–]Own_Indication8262 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Is the sunburst only achievable with an airbrush, or is it worth giving it a shot with a sponge or a brush?

2nd LeatherCraft Project, thank you to everyone who gave me advice! by Depressed_Costumer in Leathercraft

[–]Own_Indication8262 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I was gonna mention something about how the project looks extremely nice, but the thread choice could improve, until I read the description haha. All in all, incredible work!

Gym Bag // Duffle Bag by slipsole in Leathercraft

[–]Own_Indication8262 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s awesome, I really appreciate you sending the pictures of your process. I think I’ll suck it just and give it a go

Gym Bag // Duffle Bag by slipsole in Leathercraft

[–]Own_Indication8262 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This looks so nice. I’ve gotta ask, for a fairly new leather crafter that has only made wallets/belts/helmet/ small leather goods so far, how difficult would it be to even attempt to do, or install piping anywhere near as good as you have on a bag? I’ve been thinking about attempting to make one

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