Leatherwork Week - Interview with Trinitynavar

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As part of the Leatherwork Week I am posting interviews and features, there will also be contributions from other galleries as part of this week, check them out here.


Today I would like to introduce one of the amazing leather artist here on dA:
:icontrinitynavar: Trinitynavar

This deviant has a gallery full of gorgeous items made out of leather. Let's try to get to know her and her work a little better!

Hello! Can you introduce yourself?
Hi my name is Abbey I am 33 and live in Christchurch NZ. I have a day job making costumes in the workroom at Malthouse Costumes(a busy costume hire).....and a sideline business of my own Forge Fashion.

Patent Leather Harness Bolero by Trinitynavar Leather Komodo Collar by Trinitynavar Patent Leather Harness Back by Trinitynavar

When did you start working with leather and how did you learn it?
I've always liked leather so when a friend decided to sell up all his leather working tools at a very reasonable price about 8 years ago, I jumped at the opportunity.
But I have to say the real learning started in the workroom the following year with my very knowledgeable boss Kathy setting me projects and walking through each step with me.

What items are your favorite to work on?
At work I definitely loved making the western stuff, chaps, vests and gunbelts.
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At home I am definitely keen on accessories/corsets :)

Red Leather Octo Collar by Trinitynavar Red Leather Corset Sample by Trinitynavar Back Leather Harness Bolero by Trinitynavar

What's the most challenging thing when working with leather?
Getting the right weight (leather) for the job then matching it with the right equipment. When sewing - not making stitching errors, it's like PVC, you can't the hide needle holes.

What kind of tools do you use?
Again it depends on the weight, for clothing leather an industrial is fine....but moving up from that you need a walking foot machine. For things like the gun belts (non sewing) quiet a few tools are required: hole punches, stamps, bevel tools, skiving tools, blades and dyes to name a few.

Steampunk Corset Set by Trinitynavar Brown Leather Outland Collar by Trinitynavar Red leather Steampunk Belt by Trinitynavar

Do you have any tips for beginners?
Experimenting and trying is always going to be beneficial (I believe experience comes through giving things ago). The internet is a great source of info....but nothing beats hands on - and with a physical class someone can show you through all the tools (there are quiet a few).

What is your favorite leatherwork piece in your gallery and why?
Ok that's definitely tie between my 'Underworld' replica and my Steampunk Set
Underworld Replica 2 by Trinitynavar
Steampunk Photo Shoot by Trinitynavar
I think I like my 'Underworld replica because it is entirely leather and that looks good, but my Steampunk Set because I enjoyed hand making the accessories - with leather sometimes what's satisfying is not needing to use a machine.....

Leather Underbust Sample by Trinitynavar Dragon Brocade Corset by Trinitynavar Red leather 'Octo' collar by Trinitynavar


Thank you so much for taking the time to speak with us!
I hope you continue to create gorgeous leather work for us to enjoy. :)
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Thank for featuring me MyntKat :)
PS I will be sure to continuing making leather goodness!!