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Published: 2011-10-03 20:39:44 +0000 UTC; Views: 2244; Favourites: 29; Downloads: 0
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Here's some work in progress photos of a bag I've been working on for quite a while (a few months) and still have a couple weeks left at least. The commissioner wanted a briefcase of the highest quality leather and craftsmanship I can offer. So unlike most of my bags thus far, this one is made of Vegetable tanned leather and I've been doing a lot of wet-forming that I normally wouldn't be able to do with Chrome tanned leather. I've also learned a bunch of new techniques as well as gotten some new tools in order to really improve upon my earlier designs.I'll go more in depth once I finish the bag and get final photo's posted.
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Comments: 23
Chrysshart [2011-10-08 22:19:50 +0000 UTC]
This is excellent work, Marcus. One of these days I'm going to have some spare cash and a need for something awesome and I'll have no doubt who I'll ask.
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CuielRilwen [2011-10-04 19:56:44 +0000 UTC]
are you aware of the fact that every time I look at a bag in a shop I have a mental image flash of your work and I come out with nothing?
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CuielRilwen In reply to CuielRilwen [2011-10-05 21:35:35 +0000 UTC]
hehe and there are two sides to that medallion
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Marcusstratus In reply to CuielRilwen [2011-10-05 14:47:18 +0000 UTC]
lol! mee tooo... but with everything.
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VioletRosePetals [2011-10-04 06:58:36 +0000 UTC]
Every time you post, your skill appears to improves exponentially. Your work is amazing, and I can't wait to see this bag when it's done!
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Marcusstratus In reply to VioletRosePetals [2011-10-05 14:47:48 +0000 UTC]
Yeah! I'm super excited
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MerrillsLeather [2011-10-04 03:51:26 +0000 UTC]
from what i can see you have outdone yourself yet again. i have been looking forward to a new piece from you and am not disappointed with what i see. i truly thank you for getting me into leather working, it has given me a new appreciation for works of this caliber and your work is something i aspire to be able to create in my own home. thank you for sharing your work with us
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Marcusstratus In reply to MerrillsLeather [2011-10-05 14:46:00 +0000 UTC]
Lets see, I've been doing this for 4 years, so you can certainly get here too Just keep practicing and look into whatever techniques you can find. I found the "art of making leather cases" that Tandy sells to be quite insightfull
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Plunder [2011-10-04 01:43:52 +0000 UTC]
This is a gorgeous piece of work. It looks like it's going to be extremely sturdy, too! I love the function that goes into all of your designs.
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Marcusstratus In reply to Plunder [2011-10-05 14:49:35 +0000 UTC]
Absolutely I'm a strong believer of form follows function.
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Wulfward [2011-10-03 21:25:33 +0000 UTC]
Flawless stitching, beautiful design too! Awesome work!
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CrusaderMaria [2011-10-03 20:46:18 +0000 UTC]
I can't wait for the rest! What I can see of it looks awsome, I love the color thread you chose, and something "the highest quality you can offer" must be simply incredible. Peace!
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Marcusstratus In reply to CrusaderMaria [2011-10-05 14:44:11 +0000 UTC]
indeed! I'm going to be sure and get some good portfolio quality photos of this one
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LockandKeyCurios [2011-10-03 20:45:55 +0000 UTC]
love the contrast in the stitching and the brass, top notch work!
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