I need some help. I have a couple of cowhides that were washed and are now kinda stiff. They WERE nice and soft. What can I do to "Recondition" them? Thanks in advance.
@theseareafewofmyfavoriteth2771
4 ай бұрын
Are they really stiff, or just a little? You can work them with some oil or leather conditioner if they're not too stiff. If they are, you can soak them in salt water until they're soft, but they'll need to be framed and softened again until dry. I usually just spot wash my cowhides so they don't get stiff.
@FriendsFamilyKitchen
2 жыл бұрын
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@theseareafewofmyfavoriteth2771
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!!
@sherrigutkaes5975
Жыл бұрын
How long do you leave the egg mixture on the hide before it's ready to put on the frame?
@theseareafewofmyfavoriteth2771
Жыл бұрын
I usually leave it on 12-24hrs before framing! Happy tanning!!
@perfypudon8108
Ай бұрын
What is the egg yok do on the hide?
@conniegrayslp
Жыл бұрын
I am working on my first calf hide. I fleshed it, washed it, and it is currently salted lying flat. Next is to rinse off the salt, let it drain well, egg it, rinse it?? Then stretch it? I just want to make sure I am supposed to rinse the egg off. I am hoping to make a small area rug.
@theseareafewofmyfavoriteth2771
Жыл бұрын
Awesome!! You don't need to rinse the egg off, some of it will scrape off when you're working the hide, but try to rub it in as much as you can. Happy tanning!
@conniegrayslp
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! Your videos made me believe I could do this :) Can’t wait to see it finished.
@geoffreydavis9019
11 ай бұрын
First off if you’ve fleshed the hide why salt it. Salt is used to preserve till working. Second you’ve rinsed it …… now let it dry……. Aplly your egg yoke and marinade not olive oil or it will never dry. Let dry brake down those fibers…… next smoke….. after that work it some more.
@justgreg503
Жыл бұрын
Can I do this part if the hide is dry? I salted it for storage, do I need to wet the hide down before this step?
@theseareafewofmyfavoriteth2771
Жыл бұрын
You will want to soak the hide so it is wet and supple before applying egg.
@alexahreece1862
Жыл бұрын
What is the purpose of this mixture?
@theseareafewofmyfavoriteth2771
Жыл бұрын
It helps to loosen and lubricate the fibers of the hide so it is easier to work with. If you're mineral tanning and not softening then it isn't necessary.
@BambiSmith-uk2lj
5 ай бұрын
Oh my- I did the egg wash and we had the hottest day of the year thus far- and there are baby maggots on my hide now! Oh please, what can I do?!? Can I go back to washing again??
@theseareafewofmyfavoriteth2771
4 ай бұрын
Hi Bambi, sorry I missed this! How did it go? Usually if I end up with some fly larvae (aka maggots), I just scrape them off as I go and hurry as fast as I can. It does happen sometimes. Smoking the hide also helps remove and repel them. Sorry though, it's gross!
@BambiSmith-uk2lj
4 ай бұрын
@@theseareafewofmyfavoriteth2771 It became such a large amount, I could not continue as is. The hair also began to slip, so somewhere I failed. I ended up power washing it an making a giant tub of brine to soak it. Its still sitting in that to be frank, and i'm not sure if I will try to make leather at some point or its just a heap for the dump :(
@theseareafewofmyfavoriteth2771
4 ай бұрын
Oh bummer!! I've definitely had hides slip, especially in hot weather. Sorry it's been a challenging one!! I do usually move on once they start slipping. It's not salvageable unless you're excited to try your hand at leather making. I hope you try again!
@redemption7449
2 жыл бұрын
Wait how many eggs do I need I bought 5 ducking cartons
@theseareafewofmyfavoriteth2771
2 жыл бұрын
Usually a dozen is enough for a cowhide. You can do two dozen if it's a large cow.
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