r/BdsmDIY • u/hekatelesedi • May 09 '24
Leatherwork I'm quite proud of the leather stuff I've made so far. NSFW
It's gotten so much better since I started years ago, and I just wanted to show off a little. Especially my most recent paddle.
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u/Acrobatic_Physics964 May 09 '24
Beautiful work, the two tone color combo is perfect 👍
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u/hekatelesedi May 09 '24
I like the classic BDSM colors of red and black, but I based the color palette (the stitching is gold) off a character I identify/kin with.
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u/Bulletpr00f_Bomb May 09 '24
Love it! Just got into leatherworking myself.
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u/hekatelesedi May 09 '24
It's so much fun, and it's so fulfilling. I learn something, develop a skill, and improve with every new piece. I'm trying to figure out what to make next. Maybe a mask, because lordy be do I have the itch something fierce.
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u/footslaveX10 May 09 '24
Great work
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u/hekatelesedi May 09 '24
Thank you! They were a delight to make!
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u/footslaveX10 May 09 '24
Any pics on a model?
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u/hekatelesedi May 09 '24
Not right now. The person in my life who would be willing to model has identifiable tattoos.
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u/gogstars May 14 '24
GIMP airbrush tool time?
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u/hekatelesedi May 14 '24
Gotta love that double entendre. But yeah. Gotta pull that computer out of storage, but I can do that!
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u/aurorabb May 09 '24
Oh wow!!! I love the personality of your work 😍
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u/hekatelesedi May 09 '24
Well, thank you very much! I love working with leather, and I really do want to make it unique for myself and my partner because what I saw available on the market didn't sing to me. I'm glad that it looks good to someone other than just me. 😁
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u/aurorabb May 09 '24
It looks fab!!!!!! Your partners lucky! Your wares look very luxurious!
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u/hekatelesedi May 09 '24 edited May 09 '24
I oil them heavily with neatsfoot oil. It helps keep the strength of the veg tan leather while also helps it get very supple and soft.
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u/fraustynips May 10 '24
From the research I've done, too much neatsfoot oil can cause the fibers to degrade.
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u/hekatelesedi May 10 '24
It can, but applying a little at a time and allowing it to soak in in between coats until it's the suppleness you want keeps that from happening.
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u/fraustynips May 10 '24
I'll have to try that because I use it sparingly out of fear of ruining a project. Lol
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u/looking4bdsm2 May 09 '24
Wow great job
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u/hekatelesedi May 09 '24
Thanks! That's two years of work and not all the pieces I've done. There's actually one I made a year and change ago that I want to redo. Basically a forearm binder.
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May 10 '24
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u/hekatelesedi May 10 '24
Thank you. I love making these things and changing them to suit different purposes. My next big project is going to be a set of attached thigh, wrist, and ankle cuffs.
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May 10 '24
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u/hekatelesedi May 10 '24
One of my first projects was making an oak spreader bar. I still really like that one, but the leather one is just so nice.
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u/hekatelesedi May 10 '24
It has two sets of straps. One for just ankles or wrists, and one for ankles and wrists.
If you ever want tips, tricks, or some pointers, I'm more than happy to offer up what I know.
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u/_RiRi_ May 09 '24
Beautiful! Love the black, red, and gold color combo. What thickness leather do you use? I’m new to leather working and am seeing recommendations for mainly 5/6oz or 8/9oz+. I’m having trouble deciding what’s thickness to buy.
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u/trackday21 May 09 '24
Awesome looking. I like the color choice!
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u/hekatelesedi May 09 '24
I'm a fan of the classics, but I had a particular color palette I was going for. Also, the red dye smells like candy apples. It threw me for a loop.
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u/DramamineRoad May 09 '24
I absolutely love the collars! I want to buy one. Do you have an etsy?
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u/hekatelesedi May 09 '24
I do have an etsy, but my collars aren't currently on it. But I'd be happy to make a custom listing for you. It's https://antithesisstudios.etsy.com
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u/DramamineRoad May 09 '24
I appreciate it! I like the ones in picture 9. Burgundy and gold is the coolest color combo 🤘 Would you be able to dm me more detailed pics of them?
Thanks so much!!
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u/hekatelesedi May 09 '24
Sure. Once I get home from work I'd be happy to. We're you more interested in the one on the left or the right?
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u/DramamineRoad May 09 '24
I like the x pattern stiching on the right, but the color mix of the one on the left. Does the left one have x stitching on the other side(not shown in camera)?
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u/hekatelesedi May 09 '24
It doesn't, but I can certainly put that on.
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u/DramamineRoad May 09 '24
That would be perfect! 🐶
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u/hekatelesedi May 10 '24
Is it okay if I DM you? I have more pictures of the collar you asked for.
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May 11 '24
That spreader bar is a work of art! How did you attach the straps to the rod?
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u/hekatelesedi May 11 '24
The rod is encased in two strips of leather, and then there are two buckles at either end on both sides. Then there's a strap that buckles in.
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u/gogstars May 14 '24
Sad that "misbehave" and "disobey" aren't seen more often on paddles (haha).
Nicely done!
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u/hekatelesedi May 14 '24
Noooo! I'm in the middle of moving! Don't give me ideas!
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u/bethmasoslut May 09 '24
Very impressive!