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Post by Theyrenotdolls (Den Dragonson) on Jun 8, 2005 19:45:35 GMT -5
Hey guys...thanks for the compliments again... if you need the tutorial, PM me and i can email it to you.....i think i have a small version that is easliy emailed. Here's the web version, format is screwy....like i said, email for properly formated pdf version. www.geocities.com/theyrenotdolls/Tutorial.htmlTND |
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Post by Clone Commando on Jun 8, 2005 20:15:46 GMT -5
very nice and thanks TND the only problem i have is stiching, I'm not good at it . got any tips?
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Post by JediKai on Jun 9, 2005 0:10:17 GMT -5
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Post by Theyrenotdolls (Den Dragonson) on Jun 9, 2005 10:30:58 GMT -5
Plo,
regarding stitching, it IS difficult...the leather is tough....your hands can get tired. Keep a thimble handy, though you wont be able to use it all the time. I intend to do a stitching tutorial eventually. Do your best to hide the start and end of the stitches. Make sure your holes are completely punched, otherwise you'll be pushing thru more leather than necessary. If you have any specific questions....let me know.
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Post by Clone Commando on Jun 10, 2005 12:49:10 GMT -5
no real questions right now, I'll just get some extra leather I have and practice on that.
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Post by Leda EmBorr on Jun 11, 2005 0:09:44 GMT -5
I could be wrong, but I don't believe you can sew leather on a regular sewing machine. I think there are special machines for that.
I can vouch for the fact that sewing leather can really hurt your hands after a while! I plan to make a few new pouches so I bought an awl punch kit for leather. I have not tried it yet, so I'll let you know how it works!
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Post by Lartuenecrof on Jun 11, 2005 13:03:52 GMT -5
To answer the question about sewing leather on a regular sewing maching: You can sew leather on a sewing machine but it would have to be a thin hide, leather comes in different weights you just have to find out which one your machine can handle.
Also they (The Leather Factory) sells a sewing machine, but it's a hand press, not a automatic sew like your fabric sewing machine. ;D
Rudy G.
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Post by LoreenShadowchaser on Jun 11, 2005 15:32:59 GMT -5
I use the double needle method of stitching. You pass both needles through the same hole in opposite directions. It makes for very strong seems and you don't have to worry about making knots. At the end of your seam, you just double back through the last holes for a few stitches and cut the thread off flush with the leather surface. And since you are starting in the middle of the thread, you don't have to make a knot at the starting point of the seam, either.
I think that double needle stitching can be kind of fun, and makes very professional and nice looking, and strong, seams. But you need the right tools to make that job easier. I couldn't do it without my Lacing-Stitching Pony to hold my work while I use a needle in each hand.
TND has done a very good pouch tutorial, I especially enjoy the humor and lightness he injects with the action figures helping out. 
The only thing I disagree with is the way he sewed on the belt loops. It's been my experience that it's not a good idea to leave long lengths of unstitched thread like that in between different seams. It's more likely that it can break, leaving both seams vulnerable to failure.
I myself would do each of the loops seperately, and double stitch them. They are very important seams and should be strong. You don't want to lose your pouch off your belt! Especially after all the hard work you put into it!
I usually use rivets and snaps on mine when making pouches, but I think I'll try stitching the top of the loops on the next one I make. 
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Post by Theyrenotdolls (Den Dragonson) on Jun 11, 2005 15:34:05 GMT -5
i agree, thin leather can be done on a machine....2oz leather or less probably...still need special eather needle. It would be very awkward though, on an item as small as a pouch.
regarding the awl, i found it was more trouble than it was worth. maybe a set of thin leather gloves would help us with stitching pains. or maybe some leather finger covers...like archers use.
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Post by Theyrenotdolls (Den Dragonson) on Jun 11, 2005 15:37:27 GMT -5
loreen, you're probably right about the loops. on my pouches since then, i used snaps...didnt work out perfectly.....next time i'll probably use one rivet and one snap on each loop.
plo, good idea...practice is important.
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Post by Clone Commando on Jun 11, 2005 16:32:58 GMT -5
wow thanks everybody this thread really helped me and probably will help newer people get started. So thanks to everyone who posted here and keep the help coming.
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Post by Cem-Ji Pobroo on Jun 14, 2005 19:15:22 GMT -5
Hi Rudy, I sent you emails a while back about the belts. You said you'd work with me on the price but I never heard back. Since I got one, how much are just the pouches? Thanks! -Jim Here is a pic of my pouches that are up on e-bay. I am working on another set which I will be using crystals instead of the rivet cover. I'll put pics up once they are done. Rudy G.   |
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Post by hairlesswookiee on Jul 22, 2005 22:19:06 GMT -5
^^^ yes is there any chance anyone would be able to help me find a set of pouches like those as well??? desperately trying to put together a costume.
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Post by Lartuenecrof on Jul 25, 2005 18:47:05 GMT -5
Funny, I was waiting for you! I can start on a few orders and go from there. The pouches have improved since then. ;D Just send me a pm and we'll go from there. Rudy G. |
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