Taking Chances With Online Leather Purchases | Did The Gamble Pay Off

I’m really excited to see what the leather that I purchased looks like. The sales price was too good to pass up. I am really excited to get started on a project with the American Bison Leather. It’s a thin leather that I think will make a nice pony express bag.
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[@anchordownleather]

Wow! Robert I needed to hear that. Wow... I'm speechless ...

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

Thanks!

[@reddirtgirlphoto]

I have no idea how I stumbled upon this video, but I'm glad I did. As someone who minimizes the compliments I receive, I needed to hear this. The irony of my reaction to receiving compliments is that I find it very important to pay someone compliments and when I give them, they are always genuine and heartfelt. Thank you for this wisdom. I hope it will change my reactions in the future.

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

Thanks for the comment. I really never gave it much thought until I had it explained to me. Have a great weekend! I appreciate you following along.

[@JohnLittle-ie4ok]

Great words of advice. Appreciate your willingness to share

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

Thanks!

[@OpenAirAdventure]

I'm glad you spoke about your experience with the compliment. I can understand the compliment and how your reaction can effect the other persons aspect. It looks like you did alright with the leather.

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

Thanks. Hope you are doing well “up North”

[@RicksOutdoors29127]

Words of wisdom…..great video….thanks for sharing

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

Thanks Rick!

[@homegrowncountryhomeplace]

Enjoyed the video. I have always down played compliments through the years as a mechanic but you got me thinking now. Going to stop doing that because what you said makes sense. Have a Blessed Day Friend! Justin

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

You bet. Enjoy your week.

[@freddiemoretti8456]

I have an order from Wickett & Craig sitting in the boot of our Subaru waiting for me to take it down to Makers Mill tomorrow. Seems like one never tires of opening up a carton of leather and the anticipation is exciting. Thanks for the advice on compliments as I have always been rubbish when it comes to my response. You have given me pause for thought and I will respond positively from now on. Stay well... Cheers...Freddie

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

Thanks for the note Freddie

[@chuckrich6015]

I fully agree with the "Nice words of wisdom..." comment. Thanks

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

Thanks!

[@noelstractors-firewood57]

Great story. Makes sense. And very doubtful they would compliment you again. First hide showin, the colour would be good for woman’s purse or throw over shoulder bag. Just a guess. 🤷🏻‍♂️ Have a great day 👋👋👍🏻👍🏻

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

I might try that.

[@williammrdeza9445]

Looks like some great leather for future projects Robert! I totally get the temptation to take advantage of deals that are offered by our favorite retailers and suppliers. I am guilty of that myself more often than I care to admit! Also, the clip on "better to give than to receive" was excellent. I am glad you included that as it offers a different perspective on the intent behind the saying. It gave both my wife and I reason to heed the advice for the future. Thanks much and have a great day!

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

Thanks. It’s hard at times to know how to accept a compliment or comment.

[@williammrdeza9445]

Agree--I struggle with that myself!

[@JohnLittle-ie4ok]

Nice words of wisdom Bro

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

Thanks. Hope you are doing well.

[@JohnLittle-ie4ok]

Wow. I love each of them. Looking forward to seeing what you make out of each of them.

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

Thanks!

[@Happyfingcampers]

I just bought 6 Buffalo calf hides from buckle guy for about $65 each 3.5oz made a wallet today with some and it's pretty nice to work with.

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

That is great to hear. Thanks for sharing.

[@waynebast4009]

I like the give and receive. I myself seem to have that problem. Thanks for the insight and reminder.

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

I have since tried to just say “thanks for the compliment” or “I appreciate that”.

[@jamesw.3491]

I brush off positive comments myself. I am my own biggest critic and demand a lot from myself. From a client of mine, I always thank them for positive comments or thank them when they leave a review for my business. But I have a really hard time taking a positive comment from friends/family. The advice is good, but it's really hard to see it differently when you have been like this all your life. The belts look nice, even though they are not my thing. I just made a wild colored biker wallet not long ago. Blue body, red pockets and green zipper pocket. Not my thing either, but it's wild, so I figure someone will love it since you don't see them like it. Last I knew, SB Foot made leather for high end western boot companies too. Springfield had some (and still does) that was in that price range. Heavier (5-6 ounce) but good looking leather. Will make nice bags. I bought three sides. Have you thought about selling someplace like a antique mall or somewhere like that, that you could just rent some space? I'm hoping for something like that in my area. Shows would be nice IF I had time to go and IF there were actually any here. For me to sell legally, I would have to get a retail sales tax license. I prefer selling places that collect and remit the sales tax for me.

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

Good advice on the antique mall. I have purchased a few sides from different vendors of SB Foot. Thanks for commenting

[@danpost4755]

Nice video, Robert.

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

Thanks for commenting

[@danpost4755]

@InMyBusyLittleShop you're welcome! I look forward to seeing more of your content and projects. I am new to the leather world, but I really enjoy it.

[@donnaroberts164]

That blue is nice! Please show what you make out of it.

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

Will do!

[@greg3896]

WIll check them out, thanks Rob. Have been using Tandy, Weaver, Maverick for leather sources. Will definitely check out Montana. Thanks.

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

Thanks for the note. I seem to gravitate to Montana Leather. I have also purchased from Frogjelly

[@greg3896]

@@InMyBusyLittleShopThanks Rob, that one looks really good too. Appreciate it. Have a good one.

[@viktorgeorge9144]

Hello Robert Just subscribed and I’m going to give you a compliment;) What a fantastic job you’re doing I absolutely love your channel and even tho I’ve been in the game over 40 years, I’ve learned quite a few things. Even my wife is impressed with your high quality filming & video presentations as she is in charge of my KZbin channel (she’s from Chesterton) We are just a few hours SW of you in Arizona I could go on but I’ll leave it at that We probably passed each other in Prescott too Sure wish I found your channel sooner Keep up the great work and look forward to meeting you down the trail

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

I appreciate the note of encouragement. It’s been a fun journey. Lots of time involved for sure. Thanks for subscribing. At this point all of my video work has been completed with my phone. I’m sure that I could learn from your experience.

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

Maybe reach out before your next tradeshow. I’ll buy you a cup of coffee

[@pamelalittlefield4608]

Looks great. Question ..can a regular sewing machine sew leather?

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

I think that depends. I remember my mom sewing a buckskin jacket for my father. It was a deer that he had harvested many years previously. I do remember that the sewing machine sounded like it was really working. The bison is light weight enough that it might work.

[@pamelalittlefield4608]

@@InMyBusyLittleShop thanks Robert..ill have to shop around to see what brand would work on leather..😊😊

[@dannymarkgraf34]

that blue leather looks awesome. is that the avitar leather? i saw an ad for avitar leather that looked similar and was thinking about picking some up for some bags. and i am glad to see the american bison upholstery leather. i have run across it many times and couldnt pull the trigger because i was not sure i would like it. but seeing your hide convinced me to look at it further. i think i could make some dopp kits with it and it was not very expensive when i saw it. thank you for sharing these videos. they are a huge help for someone starting out like myself.

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

Thanks. The blue was Bermuda Teal. I have been pleasantly surprised with online orders. Many times I guess I’m buying the deal and then decide what to do with it when I get it. I figure that I can always line it with something else or use as a liner. I really want to make an additional messenger or pony express bag. Do I will use some of the buffalo for that. Thanks for taking time to comment!

[@dannymarkgraf34]

@@InMyBusyLittleShop i hear ya. I'm trying to get started so i need to stock up on leather. So i try to catch the deals, but also try to buy leather with projects in mind. That way i don't end up with inexpensive leather collecting dust. Lol

[@dannymarkgraf34]

@@InMyBusyLittleShop i haven't bought from Montana leather yet, but since I've been watching your videos i have been checking out their website. I will definitely be buying from them in the near future.

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

@@dannymarkgraf34sounds good. I have been happy with everything that I have purchased so far.