Backpack Update - The Final Steps

These are the last parts to be attached onto my backpack. These are the various connector pieces that will attach the shoulder straps. This being my first time working with this kind of hardware I have learned many lessons. Namely, brass and leather sure look good together. The next post will feature pictues of the final piece.



Backpack Progress + Laptop Sleeve

Work continues on the the backpack prototype. The actual bag portion is almost complete. The next steps will be attaching buckles and straps, the detailing of which has yet to be pinned down. This weekend will hopefully prove fruitful.

 Here are images from my latest completion. This is a laptop sleeve that I made for my new 13" Macbook Pro. This is the prototype, and I am quite happy with the outcome. It is much like making a large wallet. This spring has proven to be filled with new projects. There are a few more on the drawing board now.



Work in Progress

 I have started my greatest endeavor yet, in relation to working leather; a backpack. I have been documenting most of my steps and will be posting them as I go. The bag is made of chap leather and suede and is being hand stitched with waxed nylon thread. Below are the front pockets, and then the front panel. Below that is a detail of the stitching of the pockets. The dimensions are 12"x14"x3" (W,L,D).