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Celtic Lineby: Dwyn Tomlinson
I'm really taken with this new line of leather and findings - from Tierracast. I love coordinated findings, like the celtic decorative elements (rivetables) and the matching ends.
This was also a good opportunity to play around a little bit and see what works - and you can see from some of the photos I have highlighted the difference between the 4 mm and the 6 mm compression rivets - you can see that the 6 mm makes a bolder statement.
I have also noted where some rivets were just tapped into place with an ordinary hammer, and some were placed using the rivet setting tool. The tool is not necessary, but makes a much nicer, more rounded dome.
This project goes very quickly, and it is very hard to stop at just making one! You can choose different design elements and colours to mix it up, the rivets can contrast or match the other metal elements - all kinds of ways to customize this and make it your own!
I've also included a photo showing using an eyelet instead of a compression rivet. I do find that these are easier to use with the eyelet setter!
Have fun and experiment!
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tc94-2164-18 Charm - Spiral Kitty - Antique Copper (pick a charm that you like Copper Charms) | Price: $ 1.95 per | Sorry - this item is unavailable. | ||
s36881 Clasp - ID 10mm Classic Hook - Antiqued Copper | Price: $ 1.76 per | Sorry - this item is unavailable. | ||
22801016-03 Jump Rings Open - 7mm - Antique Copper (10 grams) | Price: $ 1.60 per | Sorry - this item is unavailable. | ||
Qty: 2 | s42961 Leather Riveting Supplies - Celtic Strap Tip - Antiqued Copper | Price: $ 1.13 per | Sorry - this item is unavailable. | |
s42930 Leather Riveting Tools - 4mm Rivet Setter - Stainless Steel (for 4 mm rivets) | Price: $ 6.98 per | Sorry - this item is unavailable. | ||
Qty: 5 | s43010 Riveting Supplies - Celtic - Rivetable - Antiqued Copper | Price: $ 0.81 per | Sorry - this item is unavailable. | |
Qty: 7 | s36863 Riveting Supplies - 4mm Compression Rivet with Tube - Bright Gold (Pack of 10) | Price: $ 4.63 per | Sorry - this item is unavailable. | |
74527808 Tools - Deluxe Revolving Leather Hole Punch - | Price: $ 22.95 per | In Stock | ||
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