Cutting leather was one of the first projects we did on the laser, way back in Week 3: Leather Cuffs. While there really isn't much new to say about the cutting and processing of the leather, I thought it would be fun to use some of the properties of leather (flexibility!) to make unique, laser … Continue reading 119: Leather Twist Earrings Tutorial
My favorite binder is showing some wear and tear. Not a surprise, considering I've been using it for the past 20-odd years, since I was a little girl. It holds a legal pad, has a pocket for papers, and has more sentimental value than anything. It's made of inexpensive plastic and has the name of my … Continue reading 47: Engraved Leather
It's the big 2-0! Jennifer worked on some leather a while back, but when our dear friend Brenn needed an elegant way to attach one of his new key fob to some spare keys, I volunteered to try my own hand at some fairly riveting work. It didn't take long to determine the leather to … Continue reading 20: Leather Key Fob Strap
The sticking point during the Leather Cuffs post was that I couldn't find jump rings the right size and strong enough to hold the clasp to the bracelet. These 10mm rings are just the right size, are strong, and I like the space they occupy visually. They are on sale at Rochester Feed and Country … Continue reading Followup: Leather Cuffs
