Hello LCMC community. I've been a member/student for months now and would like to introduce myself. I'm a craftsman in Leavenworth Washington. I started working w/ leather about 8 years ago when my husband and I were remodeling our kitchen and wanted leather drawer pulls.
Hard to believe those little babies started an obsession! Early days were spent on YouTube w/ Ian Atkinson and Nigel Armitage. I've also taken a few live classes through Fine Leatherworking here in the States. I retired from Dermatology earlier this year (skin/leather connection ;-) and I must say, my learning curve and excitement of the Craft has exploded since joining the Leathercraft Masterclass. I've just finished by second De Havilland bag
and can't wait to tackle a box stitch project! Thank you Phil for sharing your expertise and enthusiasm.
Best to all. Stay healthy and here’s to many more years of perfecting this lovely craft.
Hello there from way down under in Auckland New Zealand. I have recently retired from my day job (firefighter 46yrs) and have been doing and making leather goods for about 35-40 yrs. My company is called Leatherform NZ Ltd and I now make leather goods full time. I have some heavy duty leather machines and also do my own engineering for the craft when needed. I make pouches, belts and many other leather items including to supply government depts. with their needs. My skills are varied and still after many years have lots to learn. I specialize in leather molding ie pocket knife pouches, pocket watch pouches etc. Thankyou
@dsalisburymilan Hello and welcome to the forum! I must say, that's a cracking De Havilland travel bag! You've done an amazing job with it, you should be very proud.
Funny what little sparks ignite the fire! Happy to have you here.