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This is the first simple minimal bill-fold I just finished and need some help if any of you have a minute.

1) How do you guys keep the back of your stitches so neat? It seems like even if I manage to get the back looking straight it still looks real choppy and junky (see 2nd picture for reference).

2) In my 3rd picture I have my billfold sitting in my lacing pony. How am I supposed to place the piece into the jaws so I can stitch the sides correctly? As you can see I cant just smash the rest of the bill-fold into that area. Do I just have to buy a real deal stitching pony?

Any other help and pointers would be great. Making things is awesome even if I mess them up all the time!

we might have the same lacing pony. i removed the nut and bolt in the middle and started using a small c-clamp, made things way easier and more room!

hello everyone!

just recently stumbled upon this thread. i'd first like to say that i've been an admirer from afar of some of you like corter, hollows, and friday and river and i have to say, the things you make are awesome and inspire me. i'm glad that i have found a community to discuss leather crafting. i enjoy seeing what other people design and create. much respect to you all!

i'd like to share with you my pride and joy. i used burgundy chromexcel and hermann oak veg tan for this one.

here is a wristlet i make for the ladies

i look forward to seeing everyone's new projects!

ren