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Jamie Burleigh
Dec 152 min read
Beeswax and Leather: Tricks for Lasting Leather Care
Make Your Own Beeswax Blends for Waterproofing and Wear Resistance. Beeswax has long been a staple in leather care. Whether it’s for...
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Jamie Burleigh
Dec 71 min read
How To Sharpen A Convex Grind
I hit the bench a while back to show exactly how I sharpen my convex blades. Today, it was the Colonel- one of my favorite signature...
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Jamie Burleigh
Nov 202 min read
Lavender: For Cuts and Burns
Once I learned about the healing properties of lavender I had to give it a go. Needless to say I was totally impressed, and it’s still...
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Jamie Burleigh
Nov 193 min read
Lavender Healing Balm
Lavender is one of the first plants I recommend adding to your home apothecary, or (AKA) your kitchen medicine cabinet. It’s safe, easy...
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Jamie Burleigh
Nov 182 min read
How To Recharge a Button Compass
That’s right, with just a power-tool battery, a basic understanding of magnetic fields, and a little patience, you can bring your button...
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Jamie Burleigh
Nov 152 min read
Grandpaw's Bannock: A Simple Backwoods Classic
A no-fuss recipe for camp bread. My grandpaw always said, “You can’t go wrong with bannock.” It was one of those things he made sure I...
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Jamie Burleigh
Nov 142 min read
Calendula: More Than Just a Garden Flower
A common plant for cuts, scrapes, and so much more. Calendula, or "pot marigold," is more than just a pretty flower. It’s one of those...
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Jamie Burleigh
Nov 132 min read
Pine Tar Handle Syrup
A Classic Finish for Wood & Metal. JB’s Old Fashioned Pine Tar Handle Syrup A classic wood finish crafted from pine tar, pure gum...
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Jamie Burleigh
Nov 132 min read
DIY Coconut Oil Balm
How to make a simple, all-purpose coconut oil and beeswax balm base. Cold pressed coconut oil is a solid choice for making balms,...
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Jamie Burleigh
Oct 253 min read
Welcome to JamieBurleigh.com – The Official Home of the Old World Alliance
Welcome to JamieBurleigh.com my personal website and home of the Old World Alliance , where I share the skills and wisdom that have kept...
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