Day 2

The day started with me finishing the wallets I had started the first day.  So much work goes into such a seemingly simple product.  An experienced shop worker would have taken about an hour to complete the 12 wallets, but in all, it took me about five hours.  I'm glad they're patient with me.  I also produced some wallet clips from start to finish.  I learned how to use a Toro sewing machine.  It is set up with a free arm and a guide so that belts can be sewn in about 30 seconds.  Quite a handy tool- easy to use too.  All the shop guys go play frisbee golf at lunch and invited me.  It was so nice to get outside.  It sure makes the day shorter.  After lunch the owner took some time to show me a bit about pricing.  There was a shipment of remnants from the Justin boot factory.  Different pieces of all shapes and sizes were unpacked and priced.  I think the pricing rule is the most they think they can get out of a piece.  I'm still astounded at the amount of knowledge all the employees have about leatherworking.  They are all happy to share it too.