TeeJay Posted September 4, 2012 Report Posted September 4, 2012 I can see where the weight of the Ipod could become a issue. But you had fun and the experence never hurts. I think that straps at either end of the cuff would provide the proper support, but I wanted to get it as close to the original prop as possible, but with the functional iPod But absolutely, it was definitely good experience
TeeJay Posted September 5, 2012 Report Posted September 5, 2012 Dude they make smaller Ipods! LoL I know, but the 2nd gen Nano was the closest in appearance to the original prop I wanted to try and recreate the look of the original prop, but with something functional and wearable inside, rather than just a light up toy
genoint Posted September 6, 2012 Report Posted September 6, 2012 wait thats a nano, I thought it was a 2nd generation IPod, I retract my statement then, its hot! LOL
shacomm Posted September 23, 2012 Report Posted September 23, 2012 A little more work on this project... The real strap makers will use an awl and punch the holes one at a time. For my purposes I have been using the lacing chisel. This makes slightly larger stiching holes making it easier for a beginner to sew.
shacomm Posted September 23, 2012 Report Posted September 23, 2012 Next is the sewing. Wax the thread, thread the needles and sew it while watching tv. Every time I do one of these I learn a little more. On this strap I tried a new type of thread. My leather store was out Black of waxed cord so the guy working there suggested I try embroidery thread. I bought some black embroidery thread from the local craft store. After sewing these... I was not happy with the weight of the thread (too light) so next week I will be removing the stitching and getting a heavier cord. This is how you learn...
shacomm Posted September 23, 2012 Report Posted September 23, 2012 So on to finishing the strap. Use the edge tool to take the corners off the top and bottom of each side of the strap. Take your edge tool, wet the edges of the leather and rub back and forth vigorously to heat and seal the edges. It's looking good but it needs some stitching weight. Maybe this thread would work on a dress watch strap with smaller stitch spacing. Again any suggestions or insight from the professionals is welcome! 2
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