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    Walking foot sewing machine

    Afternoon All, I've been doing a few leather work projects and am enjoying it. My hand stitching is coming on, but I'd like to speed things up with a machine. I'm looking for one that will do veg tan leather, tanned leather, canvas, webbing etc. I'd like one that's good for up to two layers...
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    Waterproofing a homemade tarp

    All, I've bought some lightweight, ripstop, nylon with a view to making a tarp. It isn't waterproof so I'll need to treat it with something. I'm looking for robust waterproofing rather than breathability. Has anyone done anything similar and, if so, what works best? Thanks in advance...
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    Free Sewing Machine

    All, I went to the tip after Christmas and saw a bloke about to chuck a box that looked like a sewing machine case into one of the bins. He let me have it. It's a "Crown Point". Not sure of the model. There's a sticker that says it was PAT tested in 2007, which suggests its been in some sort...
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    Yew

    Evening All, I've just got some yew wood to burn on the fire. I thought I might carve a bit of it. I know that yew berries are poisonous. What's the situation with the rest of the tree? Is it a no no for spoons and other food items? Any advice greatly appreciated. Cheers, Bob