The Leather Thread

[--Lipsu--]

Continuation of WX2 Military leather goods, this week we release the Naval wallet.

The idea came about when we first handled our supplies of these Blue Cavalier Chromexcel Leathers (Horween). What we saw was a wavy ‘sea of blue leathers’ when stacking the hides on the shelf. All it took was someone to cry out, we should do something for the Navy. And that is how it all started.

Read on here ... Blue Cavalier for the sea | Obbi Good la Vie

Available at OBBI GOOD LABEL WX2 NAVAL MID WALLET | Tuckshop Sundry Supplies

 

[evilnickwong]

Made a passport holder recently. Same leather (I need to buy more colors, getting bored hahaha), this time stitched 5 SPI with Ritza waxed polyester.

I made some slips with the grooving tool, have to be more careful with that next time. Also did not burnish the inner edges of the pockets. This time round I tried smoothing down the fleshy side with saddle soap, seems to work alright.

 

[Toby88]

Made a passport holder recently. Same leather (I need to buy more colors, getting bored hahaha), this time stitched 5 SPI with Ritza waxed polyester.

I made some slips with the grooving tool, have to be more careful with that next time. Also did not burnish the inner edges of the pockets. This time round I tried smoothing down the fleshy side with saddle soap, seems to work alright.

Nice work! Don't worry, the fleshy side would be much smoother through time and usage! What colours are you looking for? I might have some to sell.

 

[evilnickwong]

Hey Toby, I'm probably keen to get some black and dark brown leathers. I was actually planning to ask you whether you still have any edge sealant/finishing left. I'm in KL this weekend, so I might drop you a message next week when I'm back.

 

[Toby88]

Hey Toby, I'm probably keen to get some black and dark brown leathers. I was actually planning to ask you whether you still have any edge sealant/finishing left. I'm in KL this weekend, so I might drop you a message next week when I'm back.

As for the edge finishing, I have to check again if I still have more. Alternatively, you can still refer to page 172, post #2579 (I believe I still have some left for sale)
Just let me know. Thanks!

 

[dilphinus]

Bought this in Feb and was shipped to me in April.

Finally had time to use it!

 

[Toby88]

Bought this in Feb and was shipped to me in April.

Finally had time to use it!

Very nice! I just bought mine too. I hope mine arrives within a month

 

[scasi]

i was using this 4yrs ago, some small tips, it tends to over do your edge and left burn or scald marks. Applicator is essential, avoid too watery Solutions.

 

[scasi]

Made a passport holder recently. Same leather (I need to buy more colors, getting bored hahaha), this time stitched 5 SPI with Ritza waxed polyester.

I made some slips with the grooving tool, have to be more careful with that next time. Also did not burnish the inner edges of the pockets. This time round I tried smoothing down the fleshy side with saddle soap, seems to work alright.

Nice.Some tips, avoid using strong Or darker color thread on light colored Leather, because its hand stitch, so Minor crook, or not aligned stitch can be visible.

 

[lovalas]

thanks for sharing this

 

[leonaheidern]

Do you guys craft leather cases for Smart Phones such as Sony Xperia Z

How much would I be looking at if I want to craft something like this

Sony Xperia Z Tradition B leather case | Noreve - Haute Couture for Mobile Devices

and in this color the pink one
https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/882733_10151341209286956_245526497_o.jpg

 

[evilnickwong]

Nice.Some tips, avoid using strong Or darker color thread on light colored Leather, because its hand stitch, so Minor crook, or not aligned stitch can be visible.

Yeah I noticed this, but I like the contrast too haha. Guess I'll just need to practice being more consistent on stitching.

 

[--Lipsu--]

Its been some weeks since we started Atelier Lodge, Leather School in Singapore.
Here are some pictures of our classes.

Check our Facebook page for more details and pictures.
https://www.facebook.com/AtelierLodge

 

[scasi]

Yeah I noticed this, but I like the contrast too haha. Guess I'll just need to practice being more consistent on stitching.

or you can create a deeper groove, so that the stitch can sit inside both walls forming straighter lines.

Enjoy leather crafting.

 

[--Lipsu--]

Details are here Wallet for the Flyboys | Obbi Good la Vie

Or check here on our facebook page https://www.facebook.com/obbigoodlabel?sk=notes

The design of this wallet is inspired by Mr. -Five-’s original design which we were commissioned to produce in 2010. The full story coverage can be found recorded in his blog entry, showing his sketch design to the details of material used on his wallet.

3 years later, we reproduce this design and place it in a prestige category in Obbi Good Label’s design altar. One of the 3 pieces for WX2 Military, this is the AF1 Wallet.

The double stitching lines across the wallet are machine-sew with walking foot trails in between the lines, imprinting onto the lambskin contrasting the grain pattern.

[img ]http://oglavie.files.wordpress.com/2013/05/p5060674.jpg[/img]

For locals, you can view the actual product here in Tuckshop & Sundry Supplies OBBI GOOD LABEL WX2 AF1 WALLET | Tuckshop Sundry Supplies

 

[DONshaun]

Leather Stuff

Hey guys,

This most probably would have been brought up on this thread 10,000 times in the past. I apologies beforehand.

Where can I go to purchase leather sheets in Singapore?
And leather crafting tools?

Thanks fellas! Appreciate it.

 

[dilphinus]

Hey guys,

This most probably would have been brought up on this thread 10,000 times in the past. I apologies beforehand.

Where can I go to purchase leather sheets in Singapore?
And leather crafting tools?

Thanks fellas! Appreciate it.

Daiso sells the punch. Some leather supplies company sells the tools, but mainly machines, yarn and glue.

I buy from HK, China, Taiwan and the US of A.

 

[DONshaun]

Daiso sells the punch. Some leather supplies company sells the tools, but mainly machines, yarn and glue.

I buy from HK, China, Taiwan and the US of A.

Thanks! I'm heading to Daiso this evening to check it out.
Any local leather supply companies to recommend?

 

[rickysim84]

Here are the 3 warehouse selling it.

1. Grand Leather Enterprise Pte Ltd.
Blk 1014, 06-212, geylang east ave 3, 389729
Tel: 62886036
Person: Mr Ong

2. Main Traders
37 Lor 23 geylang #01-03 Yu li Ind Bldg Singapore 388371
Tel: 67474647
Person: Mr Su

3. Malayan Traders Syndicate Pte Ltd
Pan-i Complex #06-10, 601 Sims Drive, 387382
Tel: 67466141

There's maybe more but all these warehouse is what i know for now. For those who have other locations and a better price, maybe u can share it out here so that we can make this a better place for those who just pickup leather crafting as one of the hobby.

 

[tingyuan]

Here are the 3 warehouse selling it.

1. Grand Leather Enterprise Pte Ltd.
Blk 1014, 06-212, geylang east ave 3, 389729
Tel: 62886036
Person: Mr Ong

2. Main Traders
37 Lor 23 geylang #01-03 Yu li Ind Bldg Singapore 388371
Tel: 67474647
Person: Mr Su

3. Malayan Traders Syndicate Pte Ltd
Pan-i Complex #06-10, 601 Sims Drive, 387382
Tel: 67466141

There's maybe more but all these warehouse is what i know for now. For those who have other locations and a better price, maybe u can share it out here so that we can make this a better place for those who just pickup leather crafting as one of the hobby.

How to diy? How punch look like?