Making A Pen Case

[my63]

As you can see the colour has evened out as I thought (hoped) it would the bends are still a little damp but it looks really good so far.

My attempt at a double curve on the lid is not working I think it will be better straight but I will sleep on it before I get the blade out.

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3794/11503198366_395f8b0975_o.jpg

IMG_1384_1 by my0771, on Flickr

 

This picture shows my model pen inside the case i had thought of adding some padding here but I did not want to push my luck

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3823/11503104196_6bd7742b7e_o.jpg

IMG_1376_1 by my0771, on Flickr

 

The Sam Browne stud works exactly as the guys in the shop said that it would.

 

The next stage is to mark and pierce the holes for the needle and stitch it together then the colour.

 

Thanks for looking

Michael

Edited December 22, 2013 by my63

[my63]

The Omas 360 case is now ready for the final steps in fact the next time you see it it will be sewn together and dyed oxblood

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3710/11517485063_3394d267e9_o.jpg

IMG_1389_1 by my0771, on Flickr

 

I have trimmed the lid and I think it looks much better now.

 

 

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5480/11517395364_923b179b93_o.jpg

IMG_1390_1 by my0771, on Flickr

 

As you can see the model pen fits perfectly so as long as the model is the right size it will be spot on.

 

 

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5547/11517513503_72608e4ddc_o.jpg

IMG_1395_1 by my0771, on Flickr

 

It might be after Christmas before I get round to it. but you never know

 

Thanks for looking

 

Michael

[kiavonne]

Great progress, Michael!

 

Have a Merry Christmas!

[linearM]

What type of glue did you use? Some time ago I posted a topic asking if there are any glues that should be avoided because ingredients might have some effect on the plastic the pens are made from. I didn't get a response.

[my63]

What type of glue did you use? Some time ago I posted a topic asking if there are any glues that should be avoided because ingredients might have some effect on the plastic the pens are made from. I didn't get a response.

 

I use a water proof PVA glue this is only to hold the pieces together for stitching and will be similar to the glue used to make the box the pen came in.

What are you looking to glue?

Regards

Michael

[my63]

While fpn was down I managed to finish the case for Vera's Omas 360 the prototype was fine but had picked up a couple of dings during the process.

 

 

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5483/11588752463_bb92b34430_o.jpg

IMG_1412_1 by my0771, on Flickr

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7317/11589349106_75f6e77956_o.jpg

IMG_1415_1 by my0771, on Flickr

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3780/11588773133_889f4c43f1_o.jpg

IMG_1421_1 by my0771, on Flickr

All sewn up

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3675/11589373756_c0ecd8ccf2_o.jpg

IMG_1426_2 by my0771, on Flickr

The prototype and the finished item

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3829/11603235516_e27f16992d_o.jpg

IMG_1446_1 by my0771, on Flickr

The finished case ready for packing

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2808/11626547823_4147ca16e8_o.jpg

Custom case for Omas 360 fountain pen by my0771, on Flickr

Thanks for looking throughout 2013 I would like to wish everyone the best for 2014

Michael

 

[scrivelry]

Micheal -

 

I just now caught up as my computer was not loading these pages properly before the boards went down. Lovely!

 

You have shared much with me and others here during 2013 - may 2014 bring this kindness back to you multiplied many times over!

 

T

[my63]

Micheal -

 

I just now caught up as my computer was not loading these pages properly before the boards went down. Lovely!

 

You have shared much with me and others here during 2013 - may 2014 bring this kindness back to you multiplied many times over!

 

T

Thanks for that and you are welcome, if have encouraged anyone to try their own project then I am happy.

[my63]

This is the first of the two cases for Tinjapan oxblood with gold thread with a kydex centre and a blue suede interior.

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7399/11684862164_e09c392f22_o.jpg

IMG_6084_1 by my0771, on Flickr

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3700/11685287186_44f671606a_o.jpg

IMG_6087_1 by my0771, on Flickr

The edges need to be finished and the whole case needs a good polish its twin needs to be stitched together and finished the same way

I am also making two trays for a writing slope although I will post about them in another thread.

Thanks for looking

Michael

[alc3261]

Could you make me an Omas case in Turquoise or Blue to match the pen?

[my63]

Of course i can

 

Here is the colour chart from the supplier let me know if there is nothing that you like.

http://www.leprevo.co.uk/photos/dye-chart.htm

 

Good job I kept the form

 

Michael

[alc3261]

Turquoise from the chart would be the right colour.

[alc3261]

So this is the Oma's 360 case as the previous triangular one.

[my63]

I have it triangular like Vera's I will need to make it from scratch but it wont take too long.

Le Prevo are closed until Monday I will get the dye then

[alc3261]

That will be lovely!! Stitching to match please!! (If possible)

[my63]

I will sew it first and then dye everything at the same time as I did with Vera's the white thread takes the dye quite well

 

 

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3675/11692991495_97edb5c3bc_o.jpg

IMG_6117_1 by my0771, on Flickr

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3754/11693747676_f4218285dc_o.jpg

IMG_6107_1 by my0771, on Flickr

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5491/11693348984_aa1a0c84a6_o.jpg

IMG_6105_1 by my0771, on Flickr

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3721/11693344734_8310c66724_o.jpg

IMG_6103_1 by my0771, on Flickr

Second of the pair for TinJapan now just in need of a final polish.

The black leather in the background is a piece from the suppliers scrap bin "bargin" 600 mm x 400 mm

Thanks

Michael

[Tinjapan]

Looking sharp! Can't wait to try 'em out!

[my63]

I am pleased that you like them they look mat in the pictures but actually have slightly shinny finish.

I have started assembling your pen trays today.

 

Michael

[Apprenti]

Hey,

These cases are pretty good, how long have you been doing this? I do quite a fair bit of leather work myself, and I can't fine much to fault here. Maybe watch what angle you're punching the holes at, that'll make sure all the stitches are straight on both sides. Also, if it were me I'd use a bradawl rather than a chisel, but if it works for you then stick with it!

 

I look forward to seeing more of your work!!!

Keep it up,

Joe

[Apprenti]

Oh, and what thread are you using? Always use Nylon thread or waxed cotton for leather, other threads aren't as likely to hold properly.

 

Again, nice work.

Joe