My Covid-19 and later projects
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Project 41
Crusader Cup lid and coffee filter support
Made from the bases of pound shop mess tins and bent around an MDF former.... they say you get better at things as you keep doing them ... this is not my first set of lid and stand .... they lied.
Crusader Cup lid and coffee filter support
Made from the bases of pound shop mess tins and bent around an MDF former.... they say you get better at things as you keep doing them ... this is not my first set of lid and stand .... they lied.
if i understand correctly it's some form of sealing?!Google "Caesin Glue" for a full explanation
i just remembered that Ruediger Nehberg (shame he passed away...) recommended in one of his books to boil milk in homemade pottery of they leak (as this seals the pores) but i haven't tried it as my attempts at primitive pottery were rather unsuccessful... :-(
Project 42
Own logo badges
A longer term project - based on the leather patch I made earlier this year I had some Dragon logos embroidered for me....
Own logo badges
A longer term project - based on the leather patch I made earlier this year I had some Dragon logos embroidered for me....
Project 44
Revive a briefcase
I was given a worn out briefcase as a source of leather but decided to revive it...
A lot of re-stitching was needed, plus new closure straps as well a feeding the dried out leather.
It is now usable again!
Revive a briefcase
I was given a worn out briefcase as a source of leather but decided to revive it...
A lot of re-stitching was needed, plus new closure straps as well a feeding the dried out leather.
It is now usable again!
Errm...John. I know there are legal requirements to put scary pictures on cigarette boxes, but surely it isn't necessary for home bottled alcohol?
It puts other folk off nicking the good booze - like keeping the good whisky in an old hospital Pee bottle instead of decanter
unless bear grylls happens to film in the neighbourhoodIt puts other folk off nicking the good booze - like keeping the good whisky in an old hospital Pee bottle instead of decanter
Project 46
Schrade knife conversion
I have had this knife for a while but never really got on with the grind so using basic tools (and not fine enough grit papers!) I reground it to a Scandi - much better!
OK it is not a pro job, looks rough as a dog's (or badger's) but it cuts well now (even cutting the ink off newspaper) and is more usable. The handle contains a "survival kit" and is cord wrapped under the "Tactical wrap" (AKA vet wrap) and the sheath is of my own making. The spine is ground flat to throw good sparks from a ferro rod.
Purists may wince - I am happy!
Schrade knife conversion
I have had this knife for a while but never really got on with the grind so using basic tools (and not fine enough grit papers!) I reground it to a Scandi - much better!
OK it is not a pro job, looks rough as a dog's (or badger's) but it cuts well now (even cutting the ink off newspaper) and is more usable. The handle contains a "survival kit" and is cord wrapped under the "Tactical wrap" (AKA vet wrap) and the sheath is of my own making. The spine is ground flat to throw good sparks from a ferro rod.
Purists may wince - I am happy!
I really like that John, it gives me hope for a few knives that should really be better finished, and have secondary grinds closer to 40 degrees each side....I'll find a moment as some point to do the same.
Cheers for the inspiration....
Cheers for the inspiration....
Project 47
Green Leather trio
I aquired some green leather pieces (front of an MOD welding vest?) and wanted to make stuff. I ended up making a book slip and bookmark (both embossed with hearts though those are not easy to see in the photos) for part of the wife's Valentines gift and the rest went making a padded belt pouch for a pair of binos - despite there not being enough to make the lid quite as I wanted it... a bit gappy around the top of the sides...
It gave me something to play with...
Green Leather trio
I aquired some green leather pieces (front of an MOD welding vest?) and wanted to make stuff. I ended up making a book slip and bookmark (both embossed with hearts though those are not easy to see in the photos) for part of the wife's Valentines gift and the rest went making a padded belt pouch for a pair of binos - despite there not being enough to make the lid quite as I wanted it... a bit gappy around the top of the sides...
It gave me something to play with...
What do you use to revive the leather? I found a fantastic despatch briefcase just before Christmas & bought it to try and restore it to its former early 20th century glory. The straps are in a bit of a state though. They've got very dry over the years and have suffered. They are pretty cracked and none of the things I've tried have been able to make them supple again. Not sure whether to just cut my losses and replace them or persevere. My leather working skills are not the best, so ideally I'd like to keep the originals!
Cheers, Simon
Project 49
Portable table...
Mainly for use on static rather than backpacking trips!
Mainly Hazel poles, lashed with cheap paracord.
Surprisingly stable!
This also represents an update on my fitness progress (project 22) as each stick represents at least a 5 mile walk as I cut a "walking pole" on each outing ... and I have not used them all
Current fitness level...
Well - the fitness is coming on.... This mornings walk was a 7 mile road circuit with 152 meters uphill (and downhill) in it and I was carrying a13.25 lbs daypack - it took me spot on 1.75 hours giving an average 4mph speed
My current weight is 9st 11.25 lbs - so the weight is still in check too.
Not bad for someone who weighed 17stone, struggled to walk a mile and was on a waiting list for 2 new knees and two new hips. I am now looking at the local hills and planning routes ...
Portable table...
Mainly for use on static rather than backpacking trips!
Mainly Hazel poles, lashed with cheap paracord.
Surprisingly stable!
This also represents an update on my fitness progress (project 22) as each stick represents at least a 5 mile walk as I cut a "walking pole" on each outing ... and I have not used them all
Current fitness level...
Well - the fitness is coming on.... This mornings walk was a 7 mile road circuit with 152 meters uphill (and downhill) in it and I was carrying a13.25 lbs daypack - it took me spot on 1.75 hours giving an average 4mph speed
Not bad for someone who weighed 17stone, struggled to walk a mile and was on a waiting list for 2 new knees and two new hips. I am now looking at the local hills and planning routes ...
And the projects will be taking a back seat again as I start work again next week as Castell Henllys get's ready for a (hopefully) Covid restriction free 2021!
Back to paid employment!
Patching the daub on the wattle and daub walls of the Iron Age houses.
Reviving the leather of a Roman Chair, Iron Age Bellows and leather door curtains.
Refinishing the floor of the Iron Age houses.
I like working!
Patching the daub on the wattle and daub walls of the Iron Age houses.
Reviving the leather of a Roman Chair, Iron Age Bellows and leather door curtains.
Refinishing the floor of the Iron Age houses.
I like working!
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