[P͓̽U͓̽N͓̽K͓̽] ⬡-Drone #0259

*subsistence
Autocorrect did me dirty
And apparently I can't read 😅

0259 :: IDEA
May have to assemble a gas mask like this one of these days...

As someone who listens to industrial as a borderline form of substance, yes absolutely 💯
Rock it and rock it hard

I can see it

Trust me, I get it. I get seasonal fatigue and I can't do anything when it hits

All the more important to do what we can, when we can. Right?

I love your process' simplicity.
I'll have to try it when I get around to making my own and be sure to credit you

0259 :: COMPLIMENT
From one leatherworker to another, this is really good work

Looking forward to seeing more from her

From one leatherworker to another: that looks excellent!

How did you make the pattern or is that a trade secret?

I hate how reasonable this is...

I *may* have to try this

0259 :: UPDATE
Made a bondage belt. Plenty of attachment points for all the needs.

With some luck and enough time, this drone hopes to show what all these tidbits will lead up to

Very nice! It turned out well

Back elastic webbing of a gas mask in bright hot pink and black

0259 :: UPDATE
Replaced the old fraying elastic back of the gas mask.
For whatever reason, chose hot pink elastic and this drone thinks it came out well. Very high probability it will continue using hot pink as a contrast to the black. Gives 2077 vibes

I must say, that handprint is impeccable

Oh, I love the design!
Where did you find it (or did you make it yourself)?

0259 :: IDEAS
Been thinking about using an outsert as a blindfold. Would like to put a design on it to please the Owner(s) and to make known blindfold is on.
Thus far this drone has developed 2 designs that could work on a concave surface.
Input and constructive criticism welcomed

Ok, now I have to know:
Did the red/blue stereoscopic lens idea work?

Either way, it's a super cool look and I'm glad you stuck with it.
Reminds me of some punk styles (especially Captain Sensible of the Damned or Devo)

Best of luck!

if we ever see the day when it’s safe to do so, I love the idea of a dronecon for us shiny beepers one day

We all start somewhere but as we learn from each mistake, we become better craftspeople

BTW, from one leatherworker to another, they actually look pretty good. Better than some of my first stuff at least

Thank you! I have a friend who could use this

I tend to get surrounded by littles because apparently I have "older sister energy," and I absolutely agree.
The community gets so much hate and misunderstanding that it's really saddening

3D PRINTING

The barrier to start keeps getting cheaper. If you can find a used printer, get it. Otherwise there's plenty of places that will print for you

For making your own designs, Blender & FreeCAD are available for free. It'll take a while to get good at them, but the sky is the limit

SEWING

Not as easy as leatherwork, but applies in surprising ways.
Keep trying and your skill will improve. This drone started with making bags and applying patches

And for sewing machines, start with a used one. You don't need many stitches when that old metal one will take care of any project

LEATHERWORK

Surprisingly easy.
A simple collar can be made with an old belt, pop rivets, a leather hole punch, a larger belt, some D-rings, and a sharp knife

Build your toolset with your skills. Start small and simple, it's very easy to build up from there

Make it your own. Even drones are unique in sometimes subtle ways, so why shouldn't your stuff be as unique as you are?

DIY & BUYING USED

Buy used when you can. Often it's at a better deal and are close enough to new. Accept that sometimes repairs are involved but with every repair, it becomes your own

DIY what you're able to. Make it your own. You'll view that item closer to your heart when you do

0259 :: INTRODUCTION

This drone's intent with much of this is to chronicle its progression into becoming a drone.
But it also wishes to inspire others as the other drones here have inspired it. So it will show what can be done by DIY and frugally

So this thread will contain tips & tricks

Simply put:
Yes

100% true
If you hadn't said it, I would of needed to