dscratch
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Post by dscratch on May 24, 2009 22:57:39 GMT -5
Here is an Owyhee cab I made, then wrapped it in black leather to make a pendant.  |
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chasfire
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Post by chasfire on May 25, 2009 0:00:39 GMT -5
Nice idea. The black really sets off the scene.
chasfire
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Post by rockmanken on May 25, 2009 7:24:37 GMT -5
I repeat...neat idea. I like that way of mounting the stone. Good job.
Ken
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Post by Michael John on May 25, 2009 16:16:40 GMT -5
I like this idea! What type of glue did you use?
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Post by stonesthatrock on May 25, 2009 17:43:48 GMT -5
very cool idea.
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dscratch
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Post by dscratch on May 25, 2009 18:38:14 GMT -5
I used 2 different types of glue. For the stone, I used shoe glue. For the leather I used Aleene's tacky glue. I'm planning to make a bunch of these since they seam pretty easy to make.
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Post by Michael John on May 25, 2009 18:58:08 GMT -5
Did you glue the cab onto the front piece of leather, let it dry, then glue the back piece of leather on?
Does the Aleene's glue remain flexible, so that the outer rim of the leather doesn't become hard?
I'm wondering if there's a single adhesive that would work. Maybe just clear, pure silicone?
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dscratch
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Post by dscratch on May 25, 2009 19:54:02 GMT -5
Just the shoe glue by itself would work just fine. I used the tacky glue because it dries faster. Neither make the leather hard.
Here is how I made it.
Take two pieces of leather. Lay one down flat. Apply shoe glue to the back of the stone and stick it on. Apply tacky glue all around the stone and a small bit on the edge.
Now, take the second piece and stick the two pieces together. Using your fingers apply pressure around the stone making sure the stone is smashed between the two pieces of leather.
Let it dry and using a sharp utility knife cut the outer leather and cut a hole in the top piece to expose the stone.
It's actually pretty sturdy. I had to pry quite hard to remove a stone on a piece I messed up.
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Post by Michael John on May 25, 2009 21:24:35 GMT -5
Where does one obtain shoe glue???
This thread and the braided leather cab thread made me think that there may actually be "jewelry" that even I can make! Julie sent me two boxes stuffed with leather, and I have LOTS of "Agate Wrappers". I have neighbors who are world-class whip-makers, and they may have some ideas, too! Hmmm...
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Post by akansan on May 25, 2009 21:26:16 GMT -5
LOL - once Julie sees this thread, she might not be sending leather out anymore!
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Post by Michael John on May 25, 2009 22:06:16 GMT -5
Hehehe for realz!
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Post by beefjello on May 25, 2009 22:29:22 GMT -5
That's really cool!
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dscratch
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Post by dscratch on May 26, 2009 9:59:26 GMT -5
Michael John: You can get shoe glue from tons of places. The stuff I used is called Shoe Goo. Try Walmart or Ace Hardware. It comes in a red tube. Here is a link to the exact stuff I used: www.classicsportshoes.com/sof-55295.html |
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Post by frane on May 27, 2009 15:39:22 GMT -5
I never would have thought of that! It really does look neat!
Fran
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Post by Tonyterner on May 29, 2009 8:54:21 GMT -5
Really neat idea and great execution. That really does make the cab stand out.
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Post by sitnwrap on May 29, 2009 23:24:59 GMT -5
O, I really like this idea and what you made. There are so many femine designs for pendants and it is great to see a newly created masculine design. Thanks tons for sharing.
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RockyBlue
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Post by RockyBlue on Jun 2, 2009 11:03:47 GMT -5
Looks good! Great idea!
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pporky
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Post by pporky on Jun 29, 2009 6:34:10 GMT -5
Well done, thats a rip snorting good idea, and a lovely cab ppork
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Post by MyNewHobby on Jun 29, 2009 19:58:40 GMT -5
Holy crap!! Another thread I missed. I gotta stop worrying about the rocks and get more busy here. Hey MJ ..... whip makers?  Not sure I want to send you any more! Wooof!!! Just Kidding PPorky!!! Beautiful .... it appears you have created this wonderful stone picture with (just as with the rock) a natural frame. Very Nice!!!! |
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