Leather carvings

[Singeblister]

Today I tried leather carving for the first time, I thought it was about time i learned how to do leather work so I went to see a man who can and he gave me a few pointers, this is the result , I did both carvings using a swivel knife and a few stamps to press down the leather where it needed to be pressed and these are the results , hope you like them

 

[British Red]

Yummy - they are really good!

 

[alpha_centaur]

And this is your first attempt at leather carving?

Wow

 

[Dingus Magee]

Absolutely brilliant for a first attempt...you've inspired me to get up off my butt and have a bash now. Cheers for showing us your work...I'd love to know how you did that. I guess that I'll have to find somebody in the know who can give me a few pointers.

 

[Toddy]

I'm impressed
Seriously those are excellent

cheers,
M

 

[firecrest]

brilliant stuff John, but its not surprising given the quality of your other work

 

[jojo]

Wow! I am impressed. I particularly like the Oak leaves and Acorns. You have to show the sheath when its finished.

 

[andywinkk]

Can i have my red glove back ,, only joking very good matey your a natural

 

[SimonM]

Fantastic work there John - why am I not surprised though?

Simon

 

[craven]

john they are fantastic mate, i have just ordered some stamps and i'm planning on having a go myself, already got a swivel knife, if mine come out half as good i'll be very chuffed!! :You_Rock_

 

[firecrest]

what actually is a swivel knife?

 

[Ozhaggishead]

Very nice!!!!

 

[andywinkk]

what actually is a swivel knife?

look here linz
http://www.eleathersupply.com/carving.shtml

 

[SOAR]

Very nice mate, I will have to have a butchers at those.

All the best.

 

[topknot]

looking good on the oak leaf
Topknot

 

[Singeblister]

thanks guys glad you like em , i was rather pleased with how they came out , like everything its about having the right tools , the swiv knife makes a huge difference , I think I used only 2 or might be 3 stamp and the knife for both those , I did a couple of buckles last night as well , one with a bear and one with a humming bird and flower , it seems I have the bug now , I just hate having to sew the stuff together LOL