- ZexetorM commented on pitguy's instructable How to Sculpt a Cake - Into Anything!
- ZexetorM commented on DIY Micah's instructable Leather Bound Softcover LotR Set
View Instructable »From another LOTR nerd, (who also does leatherwork) you have done an exemplary job! VERY impressive - rebinding and re-covering a book is not the easiest thing, even for a more experienced hobbyist. Well done - treat yourself to an ale at the Prancing Pony (it comes in pints!)
- ZexetorM commented on Camazotz_Hunter's instructable Leather Dice TubeView Instructable »
Very good, and quite an ambitious project for some just starting out! Just a few tips - you can soak the leather as you mentioned, but it should be almost returned to its normal color before you begin carving or tooling it. It should feel cool to the touch, but dry. (If you lay a tissue down and rest your hand on it, there should be no water on the tissue) This will actually leave a better tooling pattern, and the leather will not be "mushy".Also, your caution to cut in multiple passes is wise; I got 5 stitches when my knife skipped across a metal ruler I was using and buried itself into my thumb!Keep up the good work and as you say: practice, practice, practice!!!!
- ZexetorM commented on Gandalf5's instructable Lord of the Rings Style DinnerView Instructable »
po...tay...toes
- ZexetorM commented on NEW PEW's instructable Homemade Pop Pop CrackersView Instructable »
brilliant!
- ZexetorM commented on AndrewW1977's instructable How to Make a TIG Welder | Scratch StartView Instructable »
Before welding the two pieces of metal together, slightly bevel the faces that are being welded so that you have a slight "v" to place the filler into. As you are welding, move the tungsten in quick little figure 8's as you push the pool. You get a very nice, clean, sealed herringbone weld. With practice, you'll be able to make a weld that will be tight and level with the surfaces being welded, even with a butt-weld (pieces welded end to end). This is especially important of you are welding something that will carry liquid, like stainless steel pipe for instance. I very rarely had any leaks using this method.
- ZexetorM commented on Huntyo's instructable Reclaimed Wood Ancient Bird CastleView Instructable »
Hunter, what a clever way to reuse some of the beautiful wood! This came out great - I love the fact that there's really three places for the birds to use! Good job!
- ZexetorM commented on 31VOL's instructable Huge Hand-Carved Celtic Wooden Shield. 1000mm in Diameter!View Instructable »
Very nice work! I'm impressed. Voted!
- ZexetorM commented on HavelockVetinari's instructable Harry Potter Wand Display Case With Secret Door LatchView Instructable »
Absolutely brilliant, the catch is quite clever. Voted for your ingenuity!
- ZexetorM commented on AndyA2877's instructable Bushfire Wildlife Water StationView Instructable »
First, our hearts here in America go out to our cousins "down under". Second, Good on you for thinking of the poor animals suffering through the fires. Lastly, just a plumber's trick - when you glue pvc together, always give the pieces a quarter twist as you're gluing them together, and hold tightly for about ten or fifteen seconds. Giving that twist will get out any air bubbles that might cause a leak, and holding them tightly together will keep the pieces from pushing out of each other (a natural result of the chemical action of the solvent and glue). Kudos!
- ZexetorM commented on Waldemar Sha's instructable Sewing Jig for Traditional Kazan Mosaic LeatherView Instructable »
I have to applaud you for all of the work you did with only hand tools. If I go to build this, I will undoubtedly be utilizing as much as I can in my electric tools, because I am not nearly as adept as you are with hand tools. Very well done.
- ZexetorM commented on bootmaker's instructable Rolled Leather Welt for a Seam.View Instructable »
Brilliant! I have a lot of nice scraps that I thought I cannot use, but couldn't bring myself to throw out, knowing that someday I would run across someone's great idea on how they can be used. Today is that day. Thanks!!I voted!
- ZexetorM commented on Distaste's instructable Tooled Leather HatView Instructable »
I have been a leather worker for a number of years, and I am very impressed with your work. Nice finished, polished and professional piece. Your 'ible is very clear and well-written, and I hope it inspires others to try our craft. I voted. Well done.
- ZexetorM commented on Whitney Fabre's instructable Pierogi - Potato Cheese DumplingsView Instructable »
Babcia used to make these all the time - she'd make a day of it. I still remember when she let us help her pinch them shut - she'd always say to make sure they're not going to come open in the water. We had those things pinched so tight they were almost complete circles! Good memories...Thanks for the great 'ible!
- ZexetorM commented on ÁbelM32's instructable Lego Cable Organizer - the Problem and the SolutionView Instructable »
And your English is actually quite good!
- ZexetorM commented on PieBaby89's instructable Blooming Birch Swiss Roll CakeView Instructable »
Holy Smokes! This blew me away - I had to check to see if the flowers were icing or real!
- ZexetorM commented on In The Kitchen With Matt's instructable Chocolate Balloon BowlsView Instructable »
DUDE! What a GREAT and fun idea!!
- ZexetorM commented on juliegoat's instructable Marble-dipped Christmas OrnamentsView Instructable »
What a clever idea! They look fantastic - really beautiful and interesting
- ZexetorM commented on PaleoPunk's instructable Making BuckskinView Instructable »
a carefully placed shot to the temple is quickest
- ZexetorM commented on mara0192's instructable Pallet Wood Counter SpaceView Instructable »
Did not know that! Thanks - always learning!
- ZexetorM commented on A little of this and that's instructable How to Drain an RV's Black and Gray Tanks.View Instructable »
I also have a Holiday Rambler. Always drain the black tank first, then drain the grey water. That way, it cleans out your hose before you detach and store it. After all, the grey water is basically used, soapy water anyway, Waste not, want not...
- ZexetorM commented on kpolenske's instructable Creating a Walking CentaurView Instructable »
ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT!!!!!
- ZexetorM commented on ModMischief's instructable Baby-sized Iron ThroneView Instructable »
May he rule and reign MUCH MUCH longer (and better) than Joffrey! (The North remembers....)
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- ZexetorM commented on mara0192's instructable Pallet Wood Counter SpaceView Instructable »
You did a fantastic job, and it really looks nice!******* I do have to be a spoiler, though (there's one in every bunch) and caution everyone using pallet wood for anything: Be advised that pallets are often made with wood that contains preservatives to keep insects and rot away, because pallets were meant to last and be reused - as pallets. Many times these preservatives contain poisonous chemicals that are dangerous to humans and/or animals, so be careful when using pallet-wood things in a food, pet or child environment. Also, be extra cautious of the sawdust created when finishing pallet-made items. Preaching over. :-)
- ZexetorM commented on kayakdiver's instructable EASY 3-PERSON CAMPER WITH OUTDOOR KITCHEN & SHOWER, BATHROOM, AND SUNDECKView Instructable »
I love watching the creativity of people come to fruition. Very well done, great 'ible!ENJOY
- ZexetorM commented on SKS Props's instructable WarCraft Orc Full Scale Cosplay CostumeView Instructable »
Hol -eeeee smokes!!! Dude, this is completely off the hook~` oh mi gosh
- ZexetorM commented on JadaTheye's instructable Insructions on How to Saddle a HorseView Instructable »
Great instructable for beginners to follow! I always put the blanket a little more forward than I want, put the saddle on too, then slide them both back into final place to make sure that all the fur is lying down flat underneath. Also, if your horse has a long mane, make sure that none of it gets caught up under the saddle or the blanket! Happy trails!
- ZexetorM commented on AMbros Custom's instructable Stone Carved HeartView Instructable »
May your love remain as strong as the granite in this heart! (A little advice to keep the love light burning - don't ever stop wooing her, even after you are married. You must always pursue her heart, and she must always pursue yours. In that way, you will always love and appreciate each other.) Blessings!
- ZexetorM commented on richard.baccari.1's instructable Gargoyle Costume - Goliath ReimaginedView Instructable »
FUH-REEEEAAKIN AWESOME, DUDE!!!!!!
- ZexetorM commented on Randomona's instructable DIY Leaf Brooch From a Soda CanView Instructable »
What a great job! Really looks fantastic. May I make a suggestion? With all of the work you've put into this, instead of using hot melt glue to attach everything, try using a great product called JB Weld. It almost acts like metal in a tube. If you mix up enough of it, you can fill the entire back of the brooch; not only attaching the wire vines and the pin, but strengthening the entire leaf as well.Great job - thanks for sharing! May the Light of Eärendil shine upon you!
- ZexetorM commented on AMbros Custom's instructable Stone Chess Board Build From ScrapView Instructable »
Absolutely gorgeous! What a beautiful piece of craftsmanship! Thank you so much for sharing your talent
- ZexetorM commented on Bruceaulrich's instructable How to Make a Fireplace BellowsView Instructable »
Great instructable! I made a set of bellows some years ago. Instead of pipe (for the nozzle) I took a .30-06 spent cartridge and cut off the closed end. It left a nice tapered brass tube that looked very finished. In answer to Magnusf0711, I do a lot of leather work, and I get my leather from Tandy Leather.
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- ZexetorM commented on marshon's instructable Make a Resin Fantasy SwordView Instructable »
WOW! I'm really impressed with the way it came out. Looks great, and it probably feels good with the weight of the resin and bondo - certainly a lot better than a hollow plastic toy!
- ZexetorM commented on Jake_Makes's instructable Pallet Wood Viking Shield (Make It Medieval-Ish)View Instructable »
nice job!
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- ZexetorM commented on ghurduscg's instructable DIY Leather Embossing StylusView Instructable »
As you said, necessity is the mother of invention. Well done hack! AND - thanks for your service!
- ZexetorM commented on AnitaMorrison's instructable Custom Marauder's Map Variation With Disappearing FootprintsView Instructable »
wow!! What a fun mom!!! Wish i lived by you. i'd love to join the LARP play! Great job!!!
- ZexetorM commented on dewey302's instructable Rear Steered Adaptive TrikeView Instructable »
Beautiful job, and for such a great cause! Gob bless you!
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- ZexetorM commented on clockworkfish's instructable Making a Custom Leather Dog HarnessView Instructable »
Great job! - Looks like Toshi and Maddie (my Boston Terrier) would be great friends! I also work with leather and haven't come up with a harness design I've liked, but I really like yours. Maddie has the same issues as Toshi, so I think your design would work well for her. I just want to clarify: the D ring that you have highlighted in your "Fancy Little D Ring Capture Method" ends up in the center of the chest area of the harness, correct? It's a little difficult to see the whole harness because of Toshi's beautiful (but long) coat
- ZexetorM commented on belsilene's instructable Mirror Renovation: "Gates of Moria"View Instructable »
AWESOME!! Very creative, and fun. You definitely have my votes! Thanks for providing the files, and by the way, your English is fine :-)
- ZexetorM commented on Iluvmoddingeverything's instructable Bypass Iphone 5S Charging Circuit, Directly Charge Battery.
- ZexetorM commented on stuckintraffic2's instructable How to Make a Lothlorien Bow From Lord of the RingsView Instructable »
DUDE you rock!
- ZexetorM commented on SunnyMakesShoes's instructable Leather Lattice CorsetView Instructable »
From a leatherworking Lord of the Rings fan with an admittedly critical eye, I must say that I am completely and wholly overwhelmed by the wonderful job that you did with this, m'lady!!! Extra lembas bread for you, and a pint of ale as well! (yes, it comes in pints!) WELL DONE!
- ZexetorM commented on robdezoveelste's instructable Leather Cellphone HolsterView Instructable »
Great job! (And your English is quite good!)
- ZexetorM commented on khoiland's instructable Copycat Baskin Robbins Ice Cream CakeView Instructable »
well done! Beautiful job
- ZexetorM commented on Elijah March's instructable Aragorn's Leather Vambraces from Lord of the RingsView Instructable »
Very well done. I am a leatherworker as well, and you guys did a really nice job with this
- ZexetorM commented on Designs By Hess's instructable Anniversary Camping (in our backyard)View Instructable »
My brother, my brother, my brother! Thank you for demonstrating that there are still a few of us out there who are hopeless romantics! God bless you both (and the little man too)! Voted for you in both categories
WOW!! Beautiful work, incredibly impressed - GREAT 'ible, very detailed and easy to follow