I got one boot top put together before I left my studio this evening. I honestly don’t know if I’ve found the limit of what is possible with leather inlay and overlay, or if I’ve simply reached the apex of my own abilities. Whichever it is, this is the most difficult boot top I’v ever created. And… I still have to stitch it.
I started this morning with my paper patterns all prepared. These patterns show me exactly how to cut each inlay piece, and which leather it should be.
Is she inseaming or playing on her phone?
Here’s a link to my newsletter for July.
I have one panel cut out and am ready to skive. Let the fun begin!
There’s a lovely article about me in the current issue (August/September) of American Craft magazine. It’s not up on their website yet, but here’s a look at it.
I stayed a little late today. I wanted to get at least one boot top put together so I could admire it properly.
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