tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8028644345155547233.post6317195843679623617..comments2024-01-31T14:17:09.331-08:00Comments on A fetish leathercrafters journal: Gray Butterfly StraitjacketsChristopherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13666906089228254197noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8028644345155547233.post-82603727086846301222012-04-12T23:13:49.293-07:002012-04-12T23:13:49.293-07:00That's not something I have seen anywhere, sor...That's not something I have seen anywhere, sorry! I am currently working on some harness-type head restraints, but not specifically with that pony-style.Christopherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13666906089228254197noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8028644345155547233.post-23724212746805468742012-04-11T15:02:15.729-07:002012-04-11T15:02:15.729-07:00do you have any or know of any tutorials on ponypl...do you have any or know of any tutorials on ponyplay bridles? I can't find any ANYWHERE!!! help! knittingninja@yahoo.comiAmPainterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01101391198612770314noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8028644345155547233.post-72655576178487878462012-03-19T23:04:28.529-07:002012-03-19T23:04:28.529-07:00hey sammy, I understand what you're saying abo...hey sammy, I understand what you're saying about leather being expensive, and it can be, but for hoods you don't need much at all, and you can get a lamb hide for around $30. That is around 8 square feet, and from it you could make a couple of hoods. <br /><br />For a jacket like this you need at least 12 square feet - and it should be in a heavier leather - when I was starting out, I would buy old leather jackets at the thrift store for raw material. The challenge was to find a jacket with large seamless areas. These days I see few that would work. You could even get a leather couch maybe, if you can get over the "ick" factor - it could yield a ton of leather.<br /><br />You could always use vinyl, and there are some really cool ones out there now, but they usually feel kind of yucky on - the vinyl doesn't breathe so it's kind of like wearing a trash bag. Of course, some might be into that sort of thing! =0) The other tricky thing is finding the right weight of vinyl. Most I find is either too thick (and stiff) or too thin (and stretchy). But for cost, you would be more in the $15 per linear foot range, vs. $4 per square foot in leather. <br /><br />Finally, there is always canvas and denim-weight fabrics. I know Dr. Mad Max uses a lot of canvas, but I don't love the look. Still, if you're looking for maximum restraint for minimal lucre, it's an option!Christopherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13666906089228254197noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8028644345155547233.post-87790565328646355202012-03-18T04:57:36.698-07:002012-03-18T04:57:36.698-07:00i'd also like to see the pattern, although i d...i'd also like to see the pattern, although i don't know if i'd actually make it. :-/<br /><br />and i know that it's against the name of the blog, but since leather is kind of expensive, can you maybe comment on other materials?<br /><br />thanks, and i always love looking at your work! :)sammyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11812454693478801243noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8028644345155547233.post-66523700575012979332012-03-16T09:53:45.676-07:002012-03-16T09:53:45.676-07:00Your work is incredible. I would love to se patter...Your work is incredible. I would love to se pattern for this jacket. Also, I would love your updated hood pattern as mention in earlier blog.Johnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02929897351274586279noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8028644345155547233.post-6514758071043337432012-03-16T09:21:10.114-07:002012-03-16T09:21:10.114-07:00Thanks, Soren - I'm learning too as I go along...Thanks, Soren - I'm learning too as I go along, and am glad to share.Christopherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13666906089228254197noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8028644345155547233.post-58156212111172733172012-03-16T06:47:48.418-07:002012-03-16T06:47:48.418-07:00Christopher.
Thank you again for a fantastic post...Christopher. <br />Thank you again for a fantastic post at your blog. <br />I alwayas pick up some new ideas. Your pictures are so easy to follow and gives so much information.<br />I would be so happy if you would like to share the pattern of this fantstic butterflyjacket. It would be perfect to my new project.<br /><br />All the best<br />SorenLeatherlifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16528288473566465474noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8028644345155547233.post-59957456093723850042012-03-15T22:01:08.230-07:002012-03-15T22:01:08.230-07:00Cool Merena, thanks! I'll get a scan of the pa...Cool Merena, thanks! I'll get a scan of the pattern together, and would love to see what you do with it.Christopherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13666906089228254197noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8028644345155547233.post-52168725903357825552012-03-15T07:57:16.484-07:002012-03-15T07:57:16.484-07:00Fantastic and stunning work as always Chris.
I don...Fantastic and stunning work as always Chris.<br />I don't know about the rest of your readers, but I for one would love the chance to attempt to craft a butterfly jacket from your pattern. The sincerest form of flattery of course.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com