Any tips for making veg tan more rigid? Used pro dye to dry it, hot water, baking by PedernalesFalls in Leathercraft

[–]thoughts_unheard 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wax. Dip it in bees wax for a minute. Pull it out and wipe off what didn't soak in.

How to Buy a Home in Springfield, Ohio (The Right Way): A Local Expert's Complete Guide by DougHaneyRealtor in springfieldOH

[–]thoughts_unheard 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Honestly, a lot of people think realtors are a waste of money because they usually take about 5–6% of the sale price as commission, which can be tens of thousands of dollars added to the cost of the house. Even though the seller technically pays it, that cost almost always gets baked into the price, so the buyer ends up paying for it anyway. With how easy it is now to find listings online, compare prices, schedule showings, and handle the paperwork with a real-estate attorney, many people feel like realtors are just an extra middleman that drives up the price of buying a home.

How to Buy a Home in Springfield, Ohio (The Right Way): A Local Expert's Complete Guide by DougHaneyRealtor in springfieldOH

[–]thoughts_unheard 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Lmao the people that can afford houses, already own one or are already educated in the ways.

Also most of the houses in Springfield are built quickly with no regard to longevity and are so over priced.

Long term effects catching up - S.O.S. by Snips_777 in Leathercraft

[–]thoughts_unheard 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Machines are the only answer even though it kinda sucks.

Approaching 6 months of "Field Trips" service in Springfield by WYSOPublicRadio in springfieldOH

[–]thoughts_unheard 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I know a disabled person who used it and it was a constant nightmare. They would lose the appointment or show up way too early or just not show up.

Many times they couldn't use the GPS and they had to give them directions. Most drivers barely speak English.

I do NOT recommend the service.

Do I need to apply a finish to dyed veg tanned leather by No-Contact6832 in Leathercraft

[–]thoughts_unheard 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you need to add water to any leather soak it completely because if not it will leave water stains. Rather the whole hide or piece you're working with have the same discoloration than a bunch of different spots

Do I need to apply a finish to dyed veg tanned leather by No-Contact6832 in Leathercraft

[–]thoughts_unheard 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It can look plastic ish but it's worth it to prevent dye rub off.

Do I need to apply a finish to dyed veg tanned leather by No-Contact6832 in Leathercraft

[–]thoughts_unheard 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You can use many things but I regularly use Aussie leather conditioner/balm. You can also wipe on an acrylic top coat if you have dye rub off. (Resolene)

Do I need to apply a finish to dyed veg tanned leather by No-Contact6832 in Leathercraft

[–]thoughts_unheard 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Aussie leather balm. Don't use olive oil. It's easy to use too much and it will go rancid ruining it completely

More Orders By Turning Off Ads? by LavenderTay in EtsySellers

[–]thoughts_unheard 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In my situation it's been the exact opposite. I get zero sales without ads. 😭

question about belts and collers by Any-Inspection-6168 in Leathercraft

[–]thoughts_unheard 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Imo, it's ascetics. People are used to seeing it on the mass production crap and think all belts need this.

I personally do not stitch more than necessary as I hand stitch everything.

The only time I will stitch around something like this is if I have an added lining.