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kleinbl00  ·  2744 days ago  ·  link  ·    ·  parent  ·  post: Pubski: May 24, 2017

    The good thing is, I wouldn't be working with a machine all day, I'd be doing hand sewing, and probably getting cross-trained on firebranding and construction. This would be the first time in a year or so that I would actually be doing work that I like, and it pays better than any job I've had before.

It is my firm belief that leathercrafting will be the last bespoke textile work to die. I paid more for my Kindle cover than I did for my kindle. And while I know several people who have engaged in the fashion industry in one way or another, it's the leather guys that are killin' it. If this is something that interests you I would encourage you to pursue it with zeal.