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"WHERE THERE IS FEAR, THERE IS NO CREATIVITY" (Christopher Lowell)


Tuesday, March 18, 2014

KEEPING AN OPEN MIND - THINKIN' OUTSIDE THE BOX . . .

For those of you who are creative artisans, this may sound mighty
familiar . . . and for those of you who ain't, maybe you'll understand.
 
A few years ago, when  Mr. Legendary Leather was creatin' his first
leather carved projects, he made a recoil pad for his Marlin 1894 rifle
 and since then has made one for Sugar N. Spice.
 
 
Even though these are usually one-time creations, the Missus tries
to take pictures and post most items just in case there's a kindred
soul out there looking for the same thing. Now it just so happens
that "Mr. Buick" was lookin' for just that . . . a recoil pad.
However, he wanted one for his Model 11 Sportsman and he
wanted some extra inserts for adjustment to his comfort.
This posed a new dilemma to Mr. Legendary Leather. The
end of his recoil pad would not easily accommodate extra inserts.


 
Mr. Legendary Leather had to keep an open mind when coming up
with a new design for Mr. Buick. Sometimes this is difficult to do
after you've created somethin' a certain way. He would need to come
up with a way to fit the end cover "around" the end of the pad as
opposed to "inside" the end like he did on his own pad.
 
 
Mr. Legendary Leather was disappointed with his first try. There
seemed to be extra leather that gathered at the finishing point of the
end cover. He would have to rethink his pattern for a cleaner look.
 
 
With a little advice from some friends, reworking the pattern, and
patience from Mr. Buick, Mr. Legendary Leather was able to create
a carved recoil pad that he was happy with . . . and more importantly,
one that Mr. Buick was ultimately happy with.
 
 
 
 
A mighty fine thanks to Mr. Buick for his trust and patience
in Mr. Legendary Leather's work and for his kindness in sharing
the previous three images. The Missus can most certainly
appreciate his fine photos!

2 comments:

Blog Archive

COMMENT REGARDING MARBLES BLADE AND BLACK FLORAL CARVED SHEATH SET:

Kate from New Hampshire says, "I featured your Bowie Knife with Leather Sheath in a Treasury (Etsy) called "When Men Were Men." Fabulous item!

Marbles Blade and Black Floral Carved Sheath Set

COMMENT REGARDING COWBOY CARVED LEATHER SPUR STRAPS SET:

Anonymous from Mt. Pleasant says, "These straps are so beautiful! . . . these are truly beautiful . . .
Steph from the UK says, "These are stunners! Your work is beautiful."

Cowboy Carved Leather Spur Straps Set

Cowboy Carved Leather Spur Straps Set (boot and spurs not included)

COMMENT REGARDING COWGIRL LEATHER CUFF SET:

Cissy from Colorado says, "Very nice work!"

Cowgirl Leather Cuffs Set

A closer look at Cowgirl Leather Cuffs Set

SPECIAL REQUESTS AND PROJECTS . . .

Requirin' the creative , craftin' expertise that Mr. Legendary Leather is admired fer:

Thanks to the 'Michigan Kid' for the Special Request for a left handed replica holster to match an existing holster.

Much thanks to the 'Recruiter' for his Special Request to create a plain sheath for his large scimitar-shaped carving knife.

Special Request Surprise for WesternSpice

Elk Bone Handled Knife and Sheath Set (Donation to SASS "Ambush")

Special Project for WesternSpice. Make a new holster to match an old gun belt (not available for purchase)

Special Request by Mountain Man Bob to replace knife handle and create a matching sheath (SOLD)

Jeff Morgan Knife with Mr. Legendary Leather Sheath Set (Not available for purchase)

Special Request by Frontier Rose for a Replacement Plant/Pot Holder

Special Request by Mr. Hit Factor for a holster to hold a S&W K-frame 22 revolver.

Special Request by Tupelo Flash (SOLD)

Special Request by Sinistral Kid for a Replica Holster (SOLD)

Carved Spur Straps Set (Donation to SASS "Gunfight Behind the Jersey Lilly")

Special Request by the Missus: Carved Sheath for Paring Knife.

WesternSpice Design Adapted by Mr. Legendary Leather (Special Project)

Spur Strap Set Original Design by Mr. Legendary Leather: Mighty Fine "Thanks" to Trabuco Tilly

Special Project: Mighty Fine "Thanks" to Mr. Hot Tamale

Special Request by The Dakota Kid (SOLD)

Another Request by The Dakota Kid for Two Antler Handled Knives with Plain Sheaths. A Mighty Fine "Thanks" to The Dakota Kid!

Customer's Request for a 22 LR Cartridge Belt (SOLD)

A closer view of customer's request for a 22 LR Cartridge Belt (SOLD)

High Plains Carved Spur Straps Set (Donation to SASS "Ambush" - boots and spurs not included)

A different view of High Plains Carved Spur Straps Set (Donation to SASS "Ambush")

The "Wild Game Hunter" Special (Special Project): Mighty Fine "Thanks" to Mr. Wild Game Hunter

Special Request by Mountain Man Bob for sheath encasement to cover old sheath (SOLD)

Special Request by Mountain Man Bob to add belt insertion resulting in a lengthened belt (SOLD)

Request by Mountain Man Bob for a Fur Trade/Buffalo Hunt Reenactment Sheath (SOLD)

Buckskin Leather/Fabric Western Style Vest (Special Request by Mr. Top Brass in Arizona)

Monogrammed Holster for Small Semi-Automatic Pistol (Special Request by Mr. Top Brass in Arizona - pistol not included)

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