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Offline J.Brower

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Leatherworking
« on: April 30, 2018, 07:18:08 AM »
Anyone do any leatherwork on here? I've been thinking about getting into it a bit. Any good sources for materials/tools around? I saw there is a place in Seattle that is all about leatherworking, but was hoping something closer than downtown. Any recommendations for tools that are must haves, or kits that are decent? I don't mind spending a little bit of cash to get quality, but want to keep it reasonable. Any good books I should check out? Thanks guys!

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Re: Leatherworking
« Reply #1 on: April 30, 2018, 08:55:19 AM »
Try Tandy Leather 14713 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline, WA 98133. When I needed any leather mending supplies that is where I got my items.
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Re: Leatherworking
« Reply #2 on: April 30, 2018, 09:47:13 AM »
Look up Tandy how to on YouTube!

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Re: Leatherworking
« Reply #3 on: April 30, 2018, 11:45:45 AM »
I've used Mac Pherson Leather in Seattle. Bought some odds and ends from them.
There are a lot of tools to spend money on. I'd start with a few basics and add more as needed.
What are you trying to make?

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Re: Leatherworking
« Reply #4 on: April 30, 2018, 12:07:38 PM »
Was thinking I’d start with simple wallets or something of the sort and go from there, don’t really have any specifics. I’d like to eventually get to where I can do some holsters and some more intricate stuff. Mainly just starting another hobby, not that I need any more of them but I like making things and challenging myself.

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Re: Leatherworking
« Reply #5 on: May 01, 2018, 08:02:41 PM »
 Basic construction  tools you are going to want are leather marking pen, dividers, stitching awl, stitching setter, edge beveler,  needles, stitching punches, and a hole punch. A strap cutter and a skiving knife would be a good addition. If you want to decorate your work add stamps, punches and swivel knife. Belts are probably the easiest to start with.
« Last Edit: May 01, 2018, 08:09:28 PM by ArcherTL »

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Re: Leatherworking
« Reply #6 on: May 01, 2018, 09:02:17 PM »
Basic construction  tools you are going to want are leather marking pen, dividers, stitching awl, stitching setter, edge beveler,  needles, stitching punches, and a hole punch. A strap cutter and a skiving knife would be a good addition. If you want to decorate your work add stamps, punches and swivel knife. Belts are probably the easiest to start with.
Awesome looking stuff! Thanks for the tool suggestions, that sounds like the rough list I have figured from watching some videos online. Guess I just need to go shopping now!


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Re: Leatherworking
« Reply #7 on: May 01, 2018, 09:25:57 PM »
I've found a dremel tool with the small drill bits to be real helpful for leather work.

 


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