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Some Leatherworking

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Ranasp:
I've made a few things out of leather, started off with an arm guard and tabs, took a jab at making a quiver, and now I'm working on some late medieval/16th century bags/wallets. 

First up is a rolled wallet from the 9th century.  I used my walnut dye for the soft veg tanned exterior and pre-dyed pig suede for the interior.  I like how it turned out, but will make the next one slightly larger so it can fit cards in the slots side-to-side.   

Second piece I just finished tonight.  Got a little braver and used up some of my Horween leather to make a girdle bag with a suspended belt loop.  The sides and lace are made with pig suede that I cut to size.  Had to splice the lacing on the sides even though they're not that big because the hide I have wasn't very long.  Next time I think I'll made the lacing out of the Horween, it's less likely to fuzz up as I draw it through the holes like the suede did. 

chamookman:
I like - nice ! bob

Del the cat:
Nice, I particularly like the girdle pouch V cool.
Del

Pat B:
Nice work, Ranasp.

DC:
Very nice, but there's something funny about putting credit cards in a 9th century wallet. ;)

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