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New Brain Tanning Project
BowEd:
I would say what your trying to get as a product to use here is the consistency of how a parafleche is made.That is basically rawhide that is pounded with a wooden mallet onto a harder surface.It will become pliable but still stiff.It will change to a whiteish color also unless it is dyed or painted.It can be water resistant proofed the old way with prickly pear catcus juice or as I do with bees wax melted into it.No need for brains.
Digital Caveman:
Interesting... I'm really to far into this one to try it, but I'll keep it in mind for next time. :)
I finished graining yesterday and gave it a little vinigar to help softening. Next I need to membrane it and apply dressing.
BowEd:
You seem like someone invigorated to be making things out of natural material.Rawhide is rawhide no matter what stage it's in.
Digital Caveman:
I'm about ready for this to be done. I have other projects to work on and I'm sure I can get more hides next fall.
BowEd:
Looking forward to your productions.
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