An unusual case

[MY63]

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

IMG_8347 by my0771, 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!!

[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

IMG_8033 by my0771, on Flickr

This is the high quality Suede for the inside

IMG_8030 by my0771, 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

IMG_8353 by my0771, on Flickr

Front view

IMG_8359 by my0771, on Flickr

Top

IMG_8361 by my0771, on Flickr

Inside upper section

IMG_8362 by my0771, on Flickr

Inside of the main body

IMG_8366 by my0771, on Flickr

Just to remind you it started like this

IMG_8089 by my0771, 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

IMG_8353 by my0771, on Flickr

Front view

IMG_8359 by my0771, on Flickr

Top

IMG_8361 by my0771, on Flickr

Inside upper section

IMG_8362 by my0771, on Flickr

Inside of the main body

IMG_8366 by my0771, on Flickr

Just to remind you it started like this

IMG_8089 by my0771, 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.

[reprieve]

That is just gorgeous. Stunning.

[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

IMG_8266 by my0771, 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