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The Craftsman
Objects in Metal and Leather
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Wow! Amazing craftmanship! I would love to have a piece made by you ( cafe racer seat for my moped)
Hi. Thanks for looking. Where are you located and what’s your bike like? I’m in Chicago, but on vacation right now. We might be able to work something out for when I get back. Message me at: [email protected]
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“Tetsuo (aka Kotetsu aka Motoko)” - Puch Free Spirit moped, steel, brass, leather - 2015
Recently got into vintage mopeds and rebuilt this guy. A rigid frame Puch from 1977-78. Rebuilt engine with modern performance parts and exhaust. Custom leather seat and bags.
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"Shen Long the Eternal" - 2014
cowhide, red paint
One of my employers asked me to carve a Chinese style dragon. I named him Shen Long. Approximately 9" x 12".
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"Akagami no Onibocho (You Call That a Knife)" - 2013
cowhide, brass buckle/fittings, beads, paint
A sheath and belt I made for a new knife. It can be worn in a variety of positions on the belt and can also attach to a messenger bag for quick access.
#cowhide#leather#red#gold#knife#sheath#akagami#onibocho#tan#cowskull#brass#buckle#basketweave#tentacles#belt#leather belt#Rufio
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"SCIENCE! POWER! (Bags for Huck)" - 2013
cowhide, gold paint, brass, plastic beads
A pair of "enchanted" saddle bags for my favorite dog. A challenge for this project was the fastening system: there are no metal or manufactured parts. Leather belts/straps attach the bags to the dog, and no metal means no chafing.There are extra slots on top for further storage, and a sturdy handle to carry dog and bags alike. The bags also conveniently fit on the rear rack of a bicycle.
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"The Mask of Kurokami" - 2013
cowhide and gold paint
A mask I made for a Halloween costume this year. Kurokami is a mischievous trickster. My first time making masks and really experimenting with molded leather.
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"Crazed Weasels (Look Out For Pacman)" - 2012
cowhide, deerskin, brass hardware
This project was commissioned by a former trail guide/mountain climber. In his prime he was involved with a group of adventurers who called themselves the "Crazed Weasels", and wanted an homage in this piece. He uses the pouch to hold ammo for his favorite survivalist weapon, a trusty slingshot.
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"Sei I Tai Shu Kuro" - 2011
goatskin, gold paint
Another gem from my old archive. A bike saddle I reupholstered for my favorite ride. Again, cephalopods remain a constant theme.
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"Early Wallet" - 2011
cowhide
An early work I rediscovered on my hard drive. My friend has an attitude and an interest in cephalopods.
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“Battle Rig for Taiko Hime (Variation)” 2013
cowhide, red cord, polyurethane, canvas army bag
This is a set I made a for a friend with an interest in throwing knives and adventures. The bag and belt I had from previous projects, and the knives were purchased online. I re-wrapped the handles, and modeled the leather knife pouch after samurai armor.
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"Battle Rig for Taiko Hime" 2013
cowhide, red cord, polyurethane
This is a set I made a for a friend with an interest in throwing knives. The holster and belt I had from previous projects, and the knives were purchased online. I rewrapped the handles, and modeled the leather knife pouch after samurai armor.
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"Octo Wallet" - 2010
cowhide, fabric
I made this wallet for a friend a few years ago. She gave me total creative control, and years later, I made her a laptop case to match (see previous post).
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“You Hateful Octopus! (Conflict at the Market)” - 2013 (cowhide, thread, dye)
A custom laptop case for a friend (Front and Interior shown). I had made a wallet for her previously, and wanted to touch on the same theme.
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“You Hateful Octopus! (Conflict at the Market)” - 2013 (cowhide, thread, dye)
A custom laptop case for a friend (Rear shown). I had made a wallet for her previously, and wanted to touch on the same theme.
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Picture Quality
You may have noticed a loss of photo quality in some recent posts. I no longer live near my previous photographer and have yet to find an affordable replacement to document my projects. I apologize for the lack of luster, but hope to fix the situation soon. Thanks for checking in.
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"The House of Drake" - 2012
cowhide
A quick and simple wallet for my friend. His name means "duck" in Polish.
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"Chaba san no Mjolnir" - 2012
cowhide, feather
This was a very special wallet commissioned by a friend to honor another friend. He asked me to entwine Japanese and Norse mythologies.
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