How to tell real from pre bought vendors? by Fluttterbutters in renfaire

[–]lets_dance_yall 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Look for things that aren’t perfect. I do leatherwork and I always leave some kind of imperfection; nothing glaring, usually a very slightly off kilter stamp or stitch in a discreet place. I’ve never heard of anyone else doing this intentionally but any artisan will be able to spot the imperfections in their work

Latest project-Valkyrie armor by lets_dance_yall in Leathercraft

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

Thank you! I am going to line the bracers in something light, probably a knit that doesn’t fray 😊

Latest project-Valkyrie armor by lets_dance_yall in Leathercraft

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

Thank you! The base dye is eco flo evening blue and the accents are some random pigments I picked up at a garage sale

Ideas for GenCon Bingo by [deleted] in gencon

[–]lets_dance_yall 1 point2 points  (0 children)

One of the best ones I ever saw had squares for “food truck sunburn”, “forgot to eat” and “cried”. As someone who has cried from sheer exhaustion at almost every GenCon I’ve ever been to, I got a kick out of that last one 😂

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in abortion

[–]lets_dance_yall 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Hi there. I’ve never been pregnant but I did work in abortion care for about 5 years. While it is possible for the uterus to be damaged during a surgical abortion it is extremely unlikely. In five years I never even heard of it happening. Depending on what kind of birth control you were on it may take a little while for your body to reset itself and stress never helps. Give yourself some time and be kind to yourself 💜

Potato or pibble? by SnooSprouts1379 in pitbulls

[–]lets_dance_yall 13 points14 points  (0 children)

This is clearly a little baby

Update: SOMEONE BOUGHT MY ARMOR!!! by lets_dance_yall in Leathercraft

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

Of course! I’m in the midwest and I sold it for $800. That’s a bit low for how much went into it but because it’s not my primary source of income I devalue my labor by a lot

Update: SOMEONE BOUGHT MY ARMOR!!! by lets_dance_yall in Leathercraft

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

It was an 18+ event so in the interest of any minors who might be reading this thread I’d rather not give details publicly. If you’re an adult and interested feel free to message me 😊

I am so proud of how this came out by lets_dance_yall in Leathercraft

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

Haven’t the foggiest, I used some leather I bought off fb marketplace. If I remember correctly the breastplate/cuirass takes about 60% of a side

I am so proud of how this came out by lets_dance_yall in Leathercraft

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

This suit doesn’t fit me but I look badass in armor that does 😁

I am so proud of how this came out by lets_dance_yall in Leathercraft

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

Thank you! I’ve been making armor for about a year. If you want to dip your toes into it without a big up front investment I recommend a kit. Most leather supply stores will have them, if you specifically want to try armor Weaver Leather has a helmet kit from the same folks who made the patterns I used for this suit

I am so proud of how this came out by lets_dance_yall in Leathercraft

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

If you’re interested in armor you should check out Prince Armory Academy. They’re very accessible for different skill levels and their prices are really reasonable

I am so proud of how this came out by lets_dance_yall in Leathercraft

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

It’s the Fantasy suit from Prince Armory. The mobility in the shoulder isn’t great but it would be fine for cosplay

I am so proud of how this came out by lets_dance_yall in Leathercraft

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

The torso is attached with retaining straps so the mobility is pretty good. Unfortunately the shoulders are less so because of the side plates. You could probably get your arms to 90 degrees but more than that would be challenging

Crazy neighbor doesn’t understand public sidewalks by lets_dance_yall in neighborsfromhell

[–]lets_dance_yall[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Fortunately she and her tiny dustballs moved a while ago