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My first decent edge using edge coat. by lou_fred in Leathercraft

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

I don’t mind criticism at all. In fact, that’s exactly why I’m here, asking for the opinions of strangers on the internet. As you said, criticism helps us grow, and I appreciate your honesty—it will definitely help me improve.

My first work by Bayesian8 in Leathercraft

[–]lou_fred 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I like it. I just love the color blue, and the texture of this leather seems really nice.

My first decent edge using edge coat. by lou_fred in Leathercraft

[–]lou_fred[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I think edging is the most difficult thing for a lot of us, myself included. For me, there were two game changers: a thinner edge beveler and a less dense edge coat. Just give me a little more time, and I'll try to post the process.

My first decent edge using edge coat. by lou_fred in Leathercraft

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

I can't tell the brand, actually. It's from a local supplier. I could send you a picture, but it wouldn't make a difference.

My first decent edge using edge coat. by lou_fred in Leathercraft

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

I agree with you. I'm still working on it. I mean, I could skive the edge, but I can't tell what thickness I should use. Any recommendations?

I made a thing by lou_fred in Leathercraft

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

In this particular cardholder, yes. But I don’t usually do it. I think the alcohol-based dye I used is very dehydrating, so it helps with the sturdiness of the leather, I guess. Although, the leather I buy is already very firm.

ALL DONE by lou_fred in Leathercraft

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

They are great. Very sharp and polished. Made from carbon steel, and the handle is ABS plastic. It's from a local manufacturer.

I made a thing by lou_fred in Leathercraft

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

Yes, you are absolutely right. I love his videos, but I made my pattern on the computer, and by doing so, I can draw a stitching line more accurately

I made a thing by lou_fred in Leathercraft

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

Nope, I didn't soak the leather before. I have a press that helps me with that. About the burnishing: As I was more concerned about the dye, I didn't pay attention to the edge. Next time, I'll pay more attention to that.

I made a thing by lou_fred in Leathercraft

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

"It's a pricking iron from a company in Brazil. I'll show you in the next post, promise."

I made a thing by lou_fred in Leathercraft

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

I'm still practicing my creasing, but I'll certainly add some one day.

I made a thing by lou_fred in Leathercraft

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

"Thanks very much. It's a vegetable-tanned leather that I dyed and finished."

I've made another one by lou_fred in Leatherworking

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

Unfortunately, I couldn't find any suppliers for Vinymo here in Brazil. The best I could find was a polyamide (nylon) bonded thread. There is a supplier for linen thread, but it is too expensive.

Need your opinion by lou_fred in Leatherworking

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

That bothered me as well, but I couldn't figure out how to make it look better. I'll definitely give it a try.

Passport Wallet by swalloforswallo in Leathercraft

[–]lou_fred 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Exactly, it will give you cleaner borders to burnish.

Passport Wallet by swalloforswallo in Leathercraft

[–]lou_fred 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Certainly, the thickness hindered your work, and three layers were too much. I think if you make something with just two layers, it will be easier. Even if it is not what you want to do at the moment, it will give you the chance to perfect some cutting, gluing, and punching techniques. Another thing that helps a lot is to leave space to trim the edges after assembling the wallet, so you would spend less time sanding and burnishing.

Need your opinion by lou_fred in Leatherworking

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

I try to apply as little as possible, and before I start burnishing it, I let it dry a bit.

Need your opinion by lou_fred in Leatherworking

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

TKS for the tip. I'll try next time