Trying to find advise on a few things since I am new to leather. Veg Tan is what I am asking about.
Do you dye your leather first? Then cut? If dying first to you use the conditionor or sealer first before cutting. I am trying different methods seeing what I like. Just not sure what is best.
I am making leather Pet Id tags.
If engraving and cutting before dying. Since small pieces would you just do a quick dunk in a bowl to dye them? I have tried using the sponge and is ok. Just looking for tips
There are lots of different types of dye, and each will give a slightly different result. I mostly use Eco-Flo which seals itself.
I also clean & condition after I cut because the cutting crisps the edge so the first thing I’d try is dye, then mask, then cut, then clean, then condition - but that might give you less colour than you’re hoping for.
Dying last is a touch more complicated since it’s a bunch of small bits, but dipping is totally doable. It’ll have a different look than sponging so make sure you like the look!
those are good questions!