Author Topic: Finally putting deer hides to good use (Read 1185 times)

Skipmaster1 · « **on:** January 24, 2013, 01:10:00 PM »

I have had a few brain tanned deer hides I have done over the past year. I finally decided to make a nice small game hunting vest. It's going to be buckskin lined with a military surplus wool blanket. Here are all the pieces cut out. Just have to make some interior and exterior pockets and sew it all together.

Skipmaster1 · « **Reply #1 on:** January 24, 2013, 01:12:00 PM »

I might even sew a quiver into the back of it. It's going to have antler buttons to keep it shut.

magnus · « **Reply #2 on:** January 24, 2013, 01:15:00 PM »

That's too cool. Something I want to do one day! Good for you!!!

Alexander Traditional · « **Reply #3 on:** January 24, 2013, 01:59:00 PM »

Very cool. I have wanted to this for some time,maybe your post will get me going.

Butchie · « **Reply #4 on:** January 24, 2013, 02:06:00 PM »

Gen273 · « **Reply #5 on:** January 24, 2013, 02:27:00 PM »

I like it, and I can't wait to see the finished product.

wooddamon1 · « **Reply #6 on:** January 24, 2013, 02:58:00 PM »

Cool!

threeunder · « **Reply #7 on:** January 24, 2013, 04:53:00 PM »

Like the quiver idea! Be sure to let us see pics of it when you're done.
Ken

T Lail · « **Reply #8 on:** January 24, 2013, 05:12:00 PM »

very nice !!!!!!

ronp · « **Reply #9 on:** January 24, 2013, 05:46:00 PM »

So far it looks great. Keep the pictures coming as you continue...

pznuts · « **Reply #10 on:** January 24, 2013, 10:02:00 PM »

That's really cool.

GWV · « **Reply #11 on:** January 24, 2013, 10:09:00 PM »

Really nice!

Skipmaster1 · « **Reply #12 on:** January 25, 2013, 12:10:00 AM »

Thanks everyone. Hopefully it will come together as nice as I hope. This is the first time trying to make any sort of clothing. I figured I have to start learning if I want to put these buckskins to use. I really enjoy brain tanning so this is the next logical step. I'll keep everyone posted on how it goes. For everyone saying that they want to give it a try, just go for it. Brain tanning is fun and simple, although it takes some effort.

Richie · « **Reply #13 on:** January 25, 2013, 12:20:00 AM »

Cant wait to see the finished product.

Skipmaster1 · « **Reply #14 on:** January 25, 2013, 01:55:00 AM »

Just cut the front pockets.

glenbo · « **Reply #15 on:** January 25, 2013, 04:53:00 AM »

Looks great Greg. Can't wait to see the finished product.

Hopewell Tom · « **Reply #16 on:** January 25, 2013, 05:23:00 AM »

Are you using an old vest for a pattern or just going by what "feels/looks" right?
I'm planning something similar with the old blanket, but no hide. I have an old vest for a pattern.

hayslope · « **Reply #17 on:** January 25, 2013, 08:15:00 AM »

Looks like its going to turn out great Greg! Can't wait to see some more photos..........

gregg dudley · « **Reply #18 on:** January 25, 2013, 09:52:00 AM »

I like the quiver idea. You might consider attaching the quiver with antler buttons to make it removable. That would be slick.

Skipmaster1 · « **Reply #19 on:** January 25, 2013, 10:53:00 AM »

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Originally posted by Hopewell Tom:
Are you using an old vest for a pattern or just going by what "feels/looks" right?
I'm planning something similar with the old blanket, but no hide. I have an old vest for a pattern.

Yes, I'm using an old vest for a pattern. The one thing I learned is working without, or modifying patterns is tough. I tried first on the wool blanket and screwed it all up. I cut apart the vest and got it to work fine.


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