An unusual case

[MY63]

I like to make cases that are different so when I was asked if I could make a quiver for some oblique pens I said yes.

There has been a lot of communication regarding the style of case

This is the starting point a 100 mm or 4inch ventilation pipe which will act as a template

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3854/14696405596_18e5c3074a_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/ooEVno)IMG_8033 (https://flic.kr/p/ooEVno) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

This is the high quality Suede for the inside

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5580/14739241763_3860bf5e35_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/osst4Z)IMG_8030 (https://flic.kr/p/osst4Z) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

There will be suede on the inside then a layer of kydex and then the outer leather cover it sounds simple but we will see.

Thanks for looking

Michael

[migo984]

That's going to be a challenge, Michael. Can't wait to see the finished article.

[MY63]

Thanks I hope the owner will be along soon to show us what pens require such a fantastic case.

[tiffanyhenschel]

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/23/e8y9usab.jpg

I'll post better pictures tomorrow when the light is good. This is my collection for now, but I foresee adding more in the future. :) Forum member Brian Smith (Musinkman) is the craftsman who made the holders.

I wanted something secure to take them to classes, conventions, and such. Inside the tube, the holders will be in a silk wrap to prevent them from scratching each other.

This project has been a true collaboration from from the start. Michael is great to work with, and I'm excited to see the process as well as the final product.

[MY63]

I have made a start on this project today for my first attempt at making a large cylinder in kydex I heated it until it was soft and tried to wrap it around the pipe this did not work.
So after a cup of tea I tried putting the kydex inside the pipe and heating it however it kept bubbling so I tried again using a 2litre soda bottle

https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2896/14539512438_1a438ae9ec_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/o9NNuW)IMG_8035_1 (https://flic.kr/p/o9NNuW) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

Another failure

Not wanting to admit defeat I decided to use a low tech method

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5590/14746024753_c43f2d84a7_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/ot4eq6)IMG_8037 (https://flic.kr/p/ot4eq6) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

I punched holes and have sewed the cylinder together well I am half way down it is inside the pipe to keep the shape while I am sewing.

Thanks for looking

Michael

[Polyhistor]

Looking forward to seeing the finished case! What kind of leather are you using for the outside layer?

[MY63]

Hi Adam
I have bought veg tan shoulder 2 mm but I wonder if it will be thick enough I would be interested to hear your thoughts.

[MY63]

I thought about this overnight and decided that the kydex was not essential so I have inserted a 5 mm thick piece of leather which I have glued the suede

like this

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3905/14712059306_8be70a39cd_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/oq49EW)IMG_8059 (https://flic.kr/p/oq49EW) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

I have dyed the outer cover

Like this

https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2924/14548619547_647a6c79c9_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/oaBtJ4)IMG_8065 (https://flic.kr/p/oaBtJ4) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

The joined the outer cover to the other pieces

https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2934/14732698314_0222bcfdae_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/orSVVU)IMG_8066 (https://flic.kr/p/orSVVU) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

The offset overlap on the right hand side is for the joint I did not like the idea of an angled joint so I have created an overlap.

The inspiration came form here

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_3Vux9RY9Vw

The lid and body are in one piece at the moment I will separate them tomorrow when the glue is dry, Then I will mark out the stitching there is a lot of sewing in this case so it might take a few days.

Thanks for looking

Michael

[Polyhistor]

Hi Adam
I have bought veg tan shoulder 2 mm but I wonder if it will be thick enough I would be interested to hear your thoughts.

Michael, in fact, I would have referred to that video by Nigel Armitage. The man's just brilliant. In addition, his voice in the other videos is so sonorous and soothing that my girlfriend calls him the Bob Ross of leatherworking. :)

You could also butt-stitch a round container with a curved awl like I did on this traditional (medieval) knife sheath:

http://fpgeeks.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=12991&stc=1

When properly wet, the veg-tan is easily butt-stitched and holds its shape well after drying. The one big advantage of butt-stitching is that the thread is sunk and thus perfectly protected from friction (Which is probably neglible on a pen case, though it killed the thread on a belt I made, rather quickly).

Anyway, I'm very much interested in seeing the final case!

Cheers,
Adam

[tiffanyhenschel]

I love what you have shown so far :) This case has evolved quite a bit from what we started with, but I like the direction we turned. These aren't my photos but are the ones from the pen listings on Etsy. They are better than ones I can take right now. http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/25/saqadazy.jpghttp://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/25/5y5a7eqe.jpg

[MY63]

Thanks Polyhistor

I am going to use a double line of saddle stitch.

I had an early start this morning so I have been thinking about the handle

https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2896/14739654972_f810ac40a3_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/osuzUh)IMG_8067 (https://flic.kr/p/osuzUh) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

I have used this nib shape in the past so it is a possible detail for the handle fixing points and could also be used on the securing straps for the lid.

[MY63]

Tiffany asked the other day if she could have a handle on this case, I have a book on bag and case making and chose a handle.

I started with a flat strip of leather and cut the end to a slightly larger version of the piece shown above.
The handle I chose is a round handle and requires a centre so I found a piece of cord which was not quite big enough so I wrapped it in leather.

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5582/14742072592_7df6bb489f_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/osGYzo)IMG_8071 (https://flic.kr/p/osGYzo) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

The next step was to bring the two pieces together and fold the handle around the leather wrapped cord

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3839/14740012814_1e891c127c_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/oswqgY)IMG_8074 (https://flic.kr/p/oswqgY) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

Then 3.5 hours of sewing and we have something that resembles a handle

https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2939/14739203921_25ee42a08f_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/ossgPx)IMG_8075 (https://flic.kr/p/ossgPx) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3889/14555712100_e668dfe2fe_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/obeQ6s)IMG_8078_1 (https://flic.kr/p/obeQ6s) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

I did not dye the leather before making the handle as I was not expecting such a good result first time plus if tiffany does not like it I will make something else to use it on.

Thanks for looking

Michael

[tiffanyhenschel]

I love that the ends resemble nibs. :) No need to find another project to use it for.

[Crazyorange]

Beautiful!

[MY63]

Excellent I will use the same design on the straps that will hold the lid on my first thought was two but I am starting to think four may be best.

[Austin_Malone]

That is a nifty project you've got going, best of luck.

[MY63]

Ok so it is time for some deep breaths I have cut the top from the bottom and marked out the stitching channels the next step is to make stitching holes there will be a lot and the leather is now 8mm thick

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3877/14725495246_0b46d0f148_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/orf1H5)IMG_8089 (https://flic.kr/p/orf1H5) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

I don't think we have decided on a thread colour yet.

Time to get the hammer out

[VertOlive]

Really enjoying watching this take shape!

So the hammer is to pound a pointed tool through 8mm and then stitch, right?

[tiffanyhenschel]

Really enjoying watching this take shape!

So the hammer is to pound a pointed tool through 8mm and then stitch, right?

The YouTube video that Michael posted a few posts back explains a lot. With the music in the background and watching the work, it's really kind of mesmerizing.

[tiffanyhenschel]

I don't think we have decided on a thread colour yet.

Time to get the hammer out

I think a contrasting color would be nice. What about a yellow/gold to pick up the color of the suede on the inside?

[MY63]

Nigel's video makes it all look very easy believe me it is not.
The combined thickness is now 8mm and pushing the awl through is very difficult.

https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2937/14774804583_f687f8807d_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/ovAJE4)IMG_8091 (https://flic.kr/p/ovAJE4) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

This morning I have reshaped my awl and sharpened it to the point where it will go through the leather (and fingers) it will take a long time to sew the case together and then there is all of the extra lines of sewing that I added because they look good.

[Polyhistor]

Nigel's video makes it all look very easy believe me it is not.
The combined thickness is now 8mm and pushing the awl through is very difficult.

https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2937/14774804583_f687f8807d_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/ovAJE4)IMG_8091 (https://flic.kr/p/ovAJE4) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

This morning I have reshaped my awl and sharpened it to the point where it will go through the leather (and fingers) it will take a long time to sew the case together and then there is all of the extra lines of sewing that I added because they look good.

On a project like this, it's fun to actually measure the time each line of stitching takes. As you gain more and more practice, things will speed up incredibly. :thumb:

[MY63]

Polyhistor
I measure my lines by the day rather than the hour this is what I have done today in my defence I do only have limited use of my right hand I have had some difficulty sewing the long sides of the case as it is only 4 inches in diameter and my hand just fits but getting the needle in the hole is a challenge.
The original diameter was going to be 3 inches our model was a pringles can :)

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3880/14736363706_7deed7f1af_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/oscHwj)IMG_8099 (https://flic.kr/p/oscHwj) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2933/14757027044_3dd084cd39_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/ou2C1L)IMG_8098 (https://flic.kr/p/ou2C1L) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr


https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2929/14759409425_cd6eddc439_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/oueQdi)IMG_8101 (https://flic.kr/p/oueQdi) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

As you can see it is a tight fir inside the case.

[tiffanyhenschel]

Yes. We both thought of the Pringles can as a model. As I'm in the US and Michael is in the UK, we were each wondering if the other knew what Pringles were. ;)

I'm very pleased with how this is coming together.

[MY63]

These are my ideas for the lid

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3881/14578852900_8e301cc99b_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/odhr3L)IMG_8105_1 (https://flic.kr/p/odhr3L) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr


https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2927/14785418943_2c83d43f6e_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/owx8Wg)IMG_8103_1 (https://flic.kr/p/owx8Wg) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr


https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2901/14785437603_7deb4e3b7f_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/owxetZ)IMG_8108 (https://flic.kr/p/owxetZ) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

I wanted something more than just a cap as the lid section also serves as storage for nibs and ink there will be studs half way down the top section and on the main body.
this will allow the top section to be removed without the nibs etc scattering everywhere.

I have to be honest I am a little unsure of the handle I may make something smaller and maybe flat to match the straps then Tiffany can choose.

Thanks

Michael

[scrivelry]

As always, Micheal, it is amazing to watch the process you go through to solve the design problems in each new project. This case is a tour de force.

My personal opinion, and it's not a strong one, just a thought, is that I would have the nib out lines meet but not overlap on the very top of the case, and if a central something seemed necessary add a stud of some kind. Alternatively, the four points could meet at stubbish corners and sort of form a tiny internal square. (Not sure I am expressing that in a way anyone but myself can picture, however.)

On the other hand, that may be brutal sewing, in which case certainly not worth it.

I don't understand how the top will have storage that does not fall into the bottom, but I am perfectly certain that as you continue and post photos it will all come clear to me!

[MY63]

Scrivelry as ever you are right on track, In my haste to get the template ready I did not trim the ends of the card.
I think a small square left open will attract debris, I think it will be best for two to meet end to end and the other two to butt up against them.
There are days of sewing still to come on this project and I will be adding more.

The top section will have a piece of leather fitted in line with the second line of stitching and the same for the base section don't worry if you cant see it I will explain as we go.

Todays task was to take the odd shaped cylinder and make it round.
This type of leather is very malleable when it is wet as it dries it becomes hard so this morning I wet the leather.

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3851/14767126304_8fde952b1c_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/ouVoaW)IMG_8110 (https://flic.kr/p/ouVoaW) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3888/14746476816_40bbafe278_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/ot6xNh)IMG_8113 (https://flic.kr/p/ot6xNh) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

This is my heath robinson contraption to apply pressure from the inside so I placed the plastic inside the leather cylinder and then the open bottle I then added some soft drink and then shook the bottle the pressure inside pushed the bottle back to its shape and forced the plastic and leather out and into the desired shape.

Thanks for looking

Michael

[tiffanyhenschel]

What a creative idea!

[MY63]

I mentioned the end pieces yesterday so I thought I would show a little more detail of what they are and how they are made
Starting with a flat piece of leather which I soaked in water until no more bubbles came out.

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5581/14774043992_0201c123cf_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/ovwQyq)IMG_8120 (https://flic.kr/p/ovwQyq) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

Once wet I roughly shaped the leather and put it inside the cylinder and then started working the edges to smooth them out this took a little while
https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5553/14771220601_dd9ba2afd4_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/ovhngg)IMG_8121_1 (https://flic.kr/p/ovhngg) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

This morning the leather had dried and dropped out

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3875/14751383006_fcef645cf9_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/otwGeL)IMG_8122_1 (https://flic.kr/p/otwGeL) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

Ready to be trimmed and either wrapped in suede or dyed of course they will also need to be sewn in place

[MY63]

Not a lot of progress to report today I have trimmed the two base sections

https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2909/14778523762_f22a21500d_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/ovVNeQ)IMG_8125_1 (https://flic.kr/p/ovVNeQ) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2938/14592206519_5761cf902c_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/oesSBz)IMG_8126_1 (https://flic.kr/p/oesSBz) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

They will be sewn in place over the next few days I have to admit I over did the sewing the other day and seem to have made a needle sized hole in my finger so I will be back to sewing in a couple of days.

I have some other pieces to make in the mean time and am also starting the custom bag project while the healing process continues.

Thanks for looking

Michael

[tiffanyhenschel]

Take your time. We all want you to enjoy working on your projects. The wait will be worth it.

[Tracy Lee]

What a creative idea!

NEVER would have thought of that!!! Love it.

[Bogon07]

Michael, wishing you a speedy and comfortable recovery from you injury.

[MY63]

Thanks it is a very minor problem it makes gripping the needle difficult I once saw someone sewing with what looked like leather thimbles on their fingers, maybe that is what I need.

Michael

[Holsworth]

Thanks it is a very minor problem it makes gripping the needle difficult I once saw someone sewing with what looked like leather thimbles on their fingers, maybe that is what I need.

Michael

An embroiderer friend of mine uses a leather thimble, she swears by it after trying several different ones!

[jacksterp]

A beautiful project indeed.

And, the creative aspect of solving issues - outstanding.

Keep up the good work...

[MY63]

Thanks for the kind words the leather finger protectors work just fine.

I managed to sew one ring yesterday and then realised that I had sewn the wrong ring as it needed the base fitted. So I had to unpick it all and start again.

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3919/14780334466_5698a5243a_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/ow65uS)IMG_8175_1 (https://flic.kr/p/ow65uS) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3838/14802974412_5e5b8a7c3b_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/oy67yL)IMG_8171_1 (https://flic.kr/p/oy67yL) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

Please note the edges are not finished yet they will be black.

The top is a very tight fit and I am worried that the suede will be pulled away from the edges as the lid is pushed on so I am thinking of bevelling the inner edges of the lid I can do that once the sewing is finished.

Thanks for looking

Michael

[MY63]

Here is the other end of the upper section

https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2921/14618224318_b15508c81d_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/ogLdNj)IMG_8180 (https://flic.kr/p/ogLdNj) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

These are the edges that I think may need to be bevelled to allow for the upper section to slide into place without pulling the suede off.

[tiffanyhenschel]

I'm glad you are making this because I wouldn't know where to start :) Thanks for thinking through and problem solving each of the steps.

[MY63]

I have started sewing the top of the main body today it is more difficult because it has the insert to hold the upper section in place this takes the thickness up to 11 mm it is very difficult to get the needles through.

Anyway whilst doing this I was thinking about the lid which I have also made today, the meeting of the straps on the lid has been on my mind sine Scrivelry mentioned it the other day.
So I have come up with this button for the centre of the lid the straps will end at the edge of the button.

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3906/14625909080_55faafa601_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/ohrBdd)IMG_8185_1 (https://flic.kr/p/ohrBdd) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

Securing straps are the next thing on my list although I have misplaced the template for the ends I also need to make the pieces that hold the securing studs as the bolts are not long enough to go through the sides of the case.
I had planned on making them in a diamond shape using the nib type design only smaller but I cant get it to work, I will have another try tomorrow.

Thanks for looking

Michael

[tiffanyhenschel]

Every detail makes this case even more perfect. :)

[MY63]

Tiffany if it is ok with you I will use round pieces for the studs I cannot get the nib ones to work and as we have a round case with a round detail on the top it will look ok.
Would you like the button in a different colour? Yellow ? Or stick with oxblood.
Someone on fpn has done some drawings of a wrap with kydex tubes to do a similar job as your quiver it s spooky as it is just like the one we discussed.
It has really made my day that someone has been inspired by my work to think about a project as this was my intention from the outset.

I am pleased that you like the case so far it looks just as I saw it in my head, I am proud to say that I made it.

Thanks

Michael

[tiffanyhenschel]

Round pieces for the studs is fine.

As far as the color of the button, my first reaction is to say oxblood, but I could be convinced to say yellow if you felt strongly that it would be best. :)

You are right! That is kind of spooky. I'll have to go look for the thread on FPN. It would be interesting to watch it take shape.

[MY63]

Ok round it is here are some I prepared this afternoon the idea here is the stud is fixed to the disc and the disc is then attached to the case it should keep the strap away from the case and prevent rubbing.

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3913/14839697643_deaba03948_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/oBkk6V)IMG_8186_1 (https://flic.kr/p/oBkk6V) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3923/14839699633_8718794c1c_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/oBkkGe)IMG_8189 (https://flic.kr/p/oBkkGe) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

Each stud will be thread locked in place so hope fully wont come loose, once dyed they are ready to be fitted, I wont fit them until the straps are fitted to the lid which is my next job

Thanks

Michael

[MY63]

I have finished dying the pieces just need to wait for everything to dry if you are wondering what the thread is for, this dye is designed to dye skin any skin and it takes ages to wear off

https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2911/14820658992_0de8e3abc8_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/ozDKzj)IMG_8192_1 (https://flic.kr/p/ozDKzj) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

when I dyed the outer cover I also dyed another piece of leather which I will be using for the straps.

Thanks for looking

Michael

[MY63]

Four straps cut out they just need the edges finished

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3838/14828258401_6dde586941_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/oAjGBB)IMG_8203_1 (https://flic.kr/p/oAjGBB) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

[MY63]

I have now finished the mounting discs for the studs of course I have run out I had another pack but that had also been opened I had six in one pack and seven in the other but the are slightly different so I will fix them in place once I have another pack.

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3854/14649961389_3f514935a3_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/ojyT8c)IMG_8209_1 (https://flic.kr/p/ojyT8c) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

All of the remaining work involves sewing through multiple layers which is very difficult so I will do a section as I can.

I will of course continue to post updates here.

Thanks

Michael

[MY63]

A quick update I have completed another ring of stitches around the top of the lower section this has an extra piece of leather inside to support the upper section so there is almost 10 mm of leather.
I have also worked out the position of the straps so I can sew them to the lid which will then allow me to position the studs and once they are in place I can sew the bottom in place and the case will be finished.
I made some little (well almost little) leather thimbles to protect my fingers they have worked a treat I have sewed most of the evening between coats of dye and my fingers are intact.
Pictures will follow when it is light.

[tiffanyhenschel]

This will look fabulous when it is finished. :)

[MY63]

Here is the picture I promised yesterday the light is no better today it is raining heavy today something to do with the tail end of a hurricane glad we only get the tail end of them.

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3847/14690311350_d8304c9728_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/oo8FLb)IMG_8275 (https://flic.kr/p/oo8FLb) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people/47080473@N07/), on Flickr

[tiffanyhenschel]

I just have to keep coming back to look at these photos. This is going to be a beautiful case. I have ordered the silk to make the inner pen wrap. One piece is coming from Germany and the other from Australia.

[MY63]

I have been working away on the boring bits like edge finishing and hole punching I have also been working out the location of the straps in this picture I have it just about right

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5590/14732856707_5b4e3aa02f_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/orTK1P)IMG_8332_1 (https://flic.kr/p/orTK1P) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people/47080473@N07/), on Flickr

I will put a small amount of glue on each one and leave it over night to dry if I am happy tomorrow I will sew them in place then I can position the studs.

[MY63]

Just a quick update I now have two straps sewn in position and two to go.
I don't like unfinished leather on show so I have lined all of the bare pieces of strap with the small pieces of suede that were left over from the main body.

[scrivelry]

They look like they are already sewn - I am clearly missing something here! ;-)

It is really stunning.

[MY63]

What you can see are the stitching grooves and the holes made ready for the thread
Here is a really bad picture of the first strap sewn in place.

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5590/14742070828_4e0ee4776d_z.jpg (https://www.flickr.com/photos/47080473@N07/14742070828/)
IMG_8335_1 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/47080473@N07/14742070828/) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people/47080473@N07/), on Flickr

[scrivelry]

IT's really beautiful - thank you for the explanation!

[MY63]

I have finished the stitching of the straps

The following pictures should show exactly how this case is going to work each strap will have two sets of holes one for studs in the top section and one for the bottom section

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5555/14748226288_7f230c6d1a_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/otfvRA)IMG_8339 (https://flic.kr/p/otfvRA) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people/47080473@N07/), on Flickr

The studs in the top section will be in the centre, the studs for the bottom section could be placed so they are in the middle of the nib portion of the end

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5588/14748223038_f28828ac4d_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/otfuTy)IMG_8337 (https://flic.kr/p/otfuTy) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people/47080473@N07/), on Flickr

This is the top of the lower section

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3862/14748258538_fafa1925b7_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/otfFrC)IMG_8342 (https://flic.kr/p/otfFrC) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people/47080473@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3856/14934831485_e173948ecb_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/oKJV5z)IMG_8338 (https://flic.kr/p/oKJV5z) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people/47080473@N07/), on Flickr

This case is really starting to come together now it will be finished soon.

I am now starting to think about how to ship it safely to the U S A it is not fragile by any means but I have no plans to make another so it will need to be well packed.

[tiffanyhenschel]

Thanks for bringing all of us along on the journey of making this case. It has been interesting watching it come together, and it looks stunning. :)

[Tracy Lee]

I have finished the stitching of the straps

The following pictures should show exactly how this case is going to work each strap will have two sets of holes one for studs in the top section and one for the bottom section

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5555/14748226288_7f230c6d1a_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/otfvRA)IMG_8339 (https://flic.kr/p/otfvRA) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people/47080473@N07/), on Flickr

The studs in the top section will be in the centre, the studs for the bottom section could be placed so they are in the middle of the nib portion of the end

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5588/14748223038_f28828ac4d_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/otfuTy)IMG_8337 (https://flic.kr/p/otfuTy) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people/47080473@N07/), on Flickr

This is the top of the lower section

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3862/14748258538_fafa1925b7_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/otfFrC)IMG_8342 (https://flic.kr/p/otfFrC) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people/47080473@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3856/14934831485_e173948ecb_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/oKJV5z)IMG_8338 (https://flic.kr/p/oKJV5z) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people/47080473@N07/), on Flickr

This case is really starting to come together now it will be finished soon.

I am now starting to think about how to ship it safely to the U S A it is not fragile by any means but I have no plans to make another so it will need to be well packed.

Geez, Michael, that is really beautiful! Wow. I am so very glad you take the time to share with us!!

[MY63]

You are welcome It is not finished yet !

Tracy Lee I feel I should point out the T is not for Tracy (sorry).

The first four studs are glued in place it is taking a long time to sew them as the leather and suede is now over 10 mm thick it is very difficult to get the needle through.

Michael

[MY63]

This is my finishing point for today all of the studs are mounted although only four are sewn in place,

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3915/14915660456_40e9fcdaf0_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/oJ3EcA)IMG_8347 (https://flic.kr/p/oJ3EcA) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people/47080473@N07/), on Flickr

I need to sew the other four in position and fit the handle and the last job is to fit the base although I am thinking that as Tiffany is making a wrap to go inside she might need a fixing point inside.

Nearly there

Thanks

Michael

[Crazyorange]

Wow!!! I actually gasped at how beautiful your work is.

[tiffanyhenschel]

Wow!!! I actually gasped at how beautiful your work is.

It's stunning, isn't it? I can't wait to see it in person and feel the leather.

[Crazyorange]

Wow!!! I actually gasped at how beautiful your work is.

It's stunning, isn't it? I can't wait to see it in person and feel the leather.

I hope you'll post pics once it's in your home.

[tiffanyhenschel]

Wow!!! I actually gasped at how beautiful your work is.

It's stunning, isn't it? I can't wait to see it in person and feel the leather.

I hope you'll post pics once it's in your home.

Absolutely! I have two pieces of vintage Japanese kimono silk that I've ordered to make an inner wrap to keep the pens from scratching each other, so I'll post pictures of that when it's finished, too. I haven't received the fabric in the mail yet because they are coming from Germany and Australia, but they both spoke to me as I perused the options. I think they'll coordinate well.

[Crazyorange]

Beautiful Tiffany. That will be gorgeous. Actually whole project is wonderful. It deserves a place in your home where people will see it.

[Tracy Lee]

You are welcome It is not finished yet !

Tracy Lee I feel I should point out the T is not for Tracy (sorry).

The first four studs are glued in place it is taking a long time to sew them as the leather and suede is now over 10 mm thick it is very difficult to get the needle through.

Michael

I know (sulks) but a girl can dream and maybe Tiffany will time-share!! [emoji1]

[GING GING]

I like to make cases that are different so when I was asked if I could make a quiver for some oblique pens I said yes.

There has been a lot of communication regarding the style of case

This is the starting point a 100 mm or 4inch ventilation pipe which will act as a template

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3854/14696405596_18e5c3074a_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/ooEVno)IMG_8033 (https://flic.kr/p/ooEVno) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

This is the high quality Suede for the inside

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5580/14739241763_3860bf5e35_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/osst4Z)IMG_8030 (https://flic.kr/p/osst4Z) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr

There will be suede on the inside then a layer of kydex and then the outer leather cover it sounds simple but we will see.

Thanks for looking

Michael
Suede on the inside: I'm already impressed

[MY63]

I would like to thank you all for joining Tiffany and I on this journey, my part of the journey is now complete the case is finished !
It is an odd feeling to part with something that I have spent such a long time making however I know it is going to a home where it will be cherished and in return Tiffany has given me something I will treasure.

So here are my final pictures of Tiffany' oblique pen quiver

All of the studs are now sewn in place and the handle is fitted

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3852/14960746075_6bd34801ef_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/oN2JzR)IMG_8353 (https://flic.kr/p/oN2JzR) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people/47080473@N07/), on Flickr

Front view

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3908/14774078050_63a80dca20_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/ovx1FC)IMG_8359 (https://flic.kr/p/ovx1FC) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people/47080473@N07/), on Flickr

Top

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3843/14774094600_d976d85965_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/ovx6AY)IMG_8361 (https://flic.kr/p/ovx6AY) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people/47080473@N07/), on Flickr

Inside upper section

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3870/14937778196_1205ae4a15_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/oL122W)IMG_8362 (https://flic.kr/p/oL122W) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people/47080473@N07/), on Flickr

Inside of the main body

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5565/14774105599_4f5822cf99_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/ovx9SB)IMG_8366 (https://flic.kr/p/ovx9SB) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people/47080473@N07/), on Flickr

Just to remind you it started like this

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3877/14725495246_0b46d0f148_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/orf1H5)IMG_8089 (https://flic.kr/p/orf1H5) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people/47080473@N07/), on Flickr

Thanks again everyone if anyone is interested it is a custom briefcase next.

Michael

[Crazyorange]

Beautiful. Thanks for posting.

[scrivelry]

Tiffany, may you use it in very good health. Micheal, That is a work of art to be incredibly proud of. Thank you both for sharing the whole production with the rest of us!

[Tracy Lee]

I would like to thank you all for joining Tiffany and I on this journey, my part of the journey is now complete the case is finished !
It is an odd feeling to part with something that I have spent such a long time making however I know it is going to a home where it will be cherished and in return Tiffany has given me something I will treasure.

So here are my final pictures of Tiffany' oblique pen quiver

All of the studs are now sewn in place and the handle is fitted

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3852/14960746075_6bd34801ef_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/oN2JzR)IMG_8353 (https://flic.kr/p/oN2JzR) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people/47080473@N07/), on Flickr

Front view

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3908/14774078050_63a80dca20_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/ovx1FC)IMG_8359 (https://flic.kr/p/ovx1FC) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people/47080473@N07/), on Flickr

Top

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3843/14774094600_d976d85965_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/ovx6AY)IMG_8361 (https://flic.kr/p/ovx6AY) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people/47080473@N07/), on Flickr

Inside upper section

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3870/14937778196_1205ae4a15_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/oL122W)IMG_8362 (https://flic.kr/p/oL122W) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people/47080473@N07/), on Flickr

Inside of the main body

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5565/14774105599_4f5822cf99_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/ovx9SB)IMG_8366 (https://flic.kr/p/ovx9SB) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people/47080473@N07/), on Flickr

Just to remind you it started like this

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3877/14725495246_0b46d0f148_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/orf1H5)IMG_8089 (https://flic.kr/p/orf1H5) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people/47080473@N07/), on Flickr

Thanks again everyone if anyone is interested it is a custom briefcase next.

Michael

Whoa, Michael, just whoa! What a beautiful and completely original creation. That turned out amazing, and heck yeah I am interested in your next project! Love following along. [emoji122][emoji122]

[reprieve]

That is just gorgeous. Stunning.

:clap2::clap2::clap2:

[tiffanyhenschel]

This case is a work of art and a treasure, and I couldn't be happier with how it turned out. Michael has been excellent to work with, and I feel like this project has been a true collaboration with both of us tossing ideas back and forth.

He has simultaneously been working on a Midori style notebook for me during breaks from this project, and I look forward to receiving that as well. I will step back and let Michael work on some other projects for a while, but I'll be back again for sure. :)

[caribbean_skye]

Please tell me you'll be doing a show n tell in Dallas Tiffany

[tiffanyhenschel]

Please tell me you'll be doing a show n tell in Dallas Tiffany

Absolutely! I can't wait. :)

[caribbean_skye]

awesome! i can't wait.

[MY63]

I have noticed a small issue with the handle it is sewn and glued in place although it was not designed to take a lot of weight it will hold a 2 litre soda bottle which weighs 2 kg.
I have thought about it and I have decided to add two Chicago studs they are like rivets but screw together, I will pick them up tomorrow I know the handle is not likely to come off but I would not want to take the risk.

I am still applying carnauba wax to the case so it wont cause any delay

Here is the dragon fly notebook cover Tiffany mentioned

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3880/14846726546_bf51273f35_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/oBXmxU)IMG_8266 (https://flic.kr/p/oBXmxU) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people/47080473@N07/), on Flickr

It is being finished right now and will be in the same package.

Soon!

[MY63]

I went today to purchase the studs and spoke to a Master Saddler who advised against fitting the studs he suggested that the handle would be best used by putting a hand through and using it as a support,
Normal use would not cause the stitching to give way he pulled on it pretty hard and it passed inspection I am pleased as he said it was very good so I am pleased.

I will finish the notebook cover today and start wrapping it up.

Thanks

Michael

[MY63]

I like to share both good and bad

Don't worry Tiffany

I sewed around the edges of the notebook cover yesterday and had planned on making the box today for some strange reason known only to me I used black thread.

DOH I thought there was an emoticon for that but I cant find it

It has caused a delay but it is almost finished now oh well

Michael

[tiffanyhenschel]

I like to share both good and bad

Don't worry Tiffany

I sewed around the edges of the notebook cover yesterday and had planned on making the box today for some strange reason known only to me I used black thread.

DOH I thought there was an emoticon for that but I cant find it

It has caused a delay but it is almost finished now oh well

Michael

No worries? I'm sure that whenever you finish, it will be worth the wait. :)

[VertOlive]

Bodaciously Amazing Pen Transport!!! The photo documentary is much appreciated!

[MY63]

It has only caused a short delay,

I only have a silver cover for the knot on the side I do have some gold elastic for the closure and a choice of silver rose or bronze coloured eagle head.

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3881/14806641209_18c35365dc_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/oypUzp)IMG_8377_1 (https://flic.kr/p/oypUzp) by my0771 (https://www.flickr.com/people/47080473@N07/), on Flickr


Michael

[tiffanyhenschel]

Hmm. I do grow roses, but I think I will go with the eagle for this one. The dragonfly on the cover and the eagle charm will both be symbolic to me.

[MY63]

Don't worry Tiffany I have attached the Eagle as requested but just in case you change your mind there is a rose in the envelope in with your case which has left a gap on my desk where it sat for so long.
It should be with you in the next 10 days.

Michael

[MY63]

I thought you might like to know the case has just landed at O`HARE (CHICAGO) airport.

I have also started another round project more to follow soon!

Michael

[MY63]

I have had an update from the post office to say the package is in Texas I will be relieved when Tiffany has it in her hands.

[Crazyorange]

Woohoo Tiffany! Can't wait to see pics.

[tiffanyhenschel]

Pics coming soon! I just haven't had time to take good ones yet.

[tiffanyhenschel]

Here they are!

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/09/25/9ava4are.jpghttp://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/09/25/vypu5a7y.jpghttp://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/09/25/ete7a5ag.jpghttp://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/09/25/duja9a8y.jpghttp://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/09/25/ugarejuz.jpghttp://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/09/25/qaga7ase.jpghttp://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/09/25/y4u9esy3.jpg

I ordered some Japanese kimono silk from Etsy to make a lightweight wrap for the pens, but when I received the fabric, the colors clashed with the oxblood leather. (That's ok, though, because it's perfect for a scarf!) Until new fabric arrives, I'm making do with an old pen wrap that was tucked away in the back of a drawer. It's too bulky and doesn't have deep enough pockets for what this project needs, but it's good enough to get by for now.

As you can see, Michael did a fantastic job. The case is exactly what I needed, and it's sturdy enough that I will be able to pass it on as an heirloom when the time comes.

Excuse the cluttered, dusty desk. This is real life. ;)

[Crazyorange]

Beautiful. Thanks for sharing. :)

[Tracy Lee]

Awesome, Tiffany, thanks for sharing!!

[scrivelry]

Thanks, Tiffany - great pictures, really showing the case in use - I especially like how you've got some of the Skrip in boxes that reflect the colors of the case hanging out there in the background.

That is really a museum-worthy piece. enjoy!!!!

[tiffanyhenschel]

That is really a museum-worthy piece. enjoy!!!!

These pictures cannot adequately show the obvious care and finishing that went into this case. Not only does it look good now, but it will still look good in a few decades when someone inherits it. The leather will have a patina, but the seams will be solid.

[MY63]

Thanks Tiffany It was a pleasure to make it for you
When we started talking about a case I never thought it would turn out as it did, the case evolved as we discussed your requirements and what was possible with the materials.
I am pleased that you like it I am proud to say "I made that"
Have a great time at the pen show

Michael

[caribbean_skye]

Will say the case is much more spectacular in person

[tiffanyhenschel]

Will say the case is much more spectacular in person

Now you need one, too! ;)

[caribbean_skye]

Will say the case is much more spectacular in person

Now you need one, too! ;)

lol. Probably.