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You can now actually leave COMMENTS on my blog posts.
It took some figuring, but I did it. So if you've got something to say about what I'm saying, or a question about my content, please leave a comment! If you have concerns, thoughts, or suggestions, have at it. I'll get back to you asap if a response is needed.
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"They just don't make 'em like they used to." I've said it many times about certain things and HEARD it even more. NOT TRUE though, when it comes to leather. It's good stuff! You'll have to give it some TLC every now and then but if you take the time to do this, your leather goods will last and last . . . and last . . . and last. It's worth your time, trust me. >> THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT MEANT FOR SUEDE << Let's start with CLEANING a leather belt. Keeping in mind that you don't want to saturate the leather, take a lukewarm damp cloth and wipe off any grime or sweat. Back & front. More than...
GUITAR STRAPS!
I definitely want to make leather guitar straps too. I've made them yes, as custom orders, but I think I'd like to have them on my website as a thing for folks to click on and order. I need opinions though:
What do people like in a guitar strap?
Which is the best style?
Soft leather, or stiff?
I'm thinking wide, but maybe people like them narrow.
Should I make them specific lengths or adjustable?
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DID YOU KNOW?
If you find blemishes or see marks on your leather, that's good!
It's just proof that it's real leather. There are finishing processes that correct leather and reduce the appearance of scars etc, but don't be swayed against an item because of marks. Those scars are just characteristics of the natural material! Sometimes I even highlight a blemish and use it as a focal point on a bag or notebook cover.
Hooray to beautiful blemishes!
Soooo many things I want to make! I definitely want to get more tooling incorporated into my leatherwork. I've always felt like the amount of time it takes to tool, carve & stamp leather way exceeds the dinero I'd get for the job. But you know what? Its not all about the dinero, right? Sometimes you just gotta do things and not concern yourself with the other parts that may be attached to that thing. One of my old posts on fb reappeared the other day and it reminded me how much I like the process. Here it is: It was a small piece, maybe 5" x 5" and pretty darn simple. But I like it! I've done pieces where I allowed...
