Go for it Stabby. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />
There's a bit of an investment in tools to get started and just like with anything practice makes perfect, so start simple. Be patient and careful.
I've got many years of experience and quite a bit of an investment in tools and equipment, but I didn't start out that way, and I wouldn't dare show off some of the stuff I made starting out around 30 years ago. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/sad.gif" alt="" />
Let me know if you have any questions, I'll help if I can. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />
Thanks. I figure I can get by for now with a basic gouge and a good awl. What kind of leather should I be using?