One more pouring of some of the Basilisk blood, while covering my face, was applied to the blade. Cooling it for the next part of the process in my masterpiece. Grabbing the leather, I gently caressed it as I contemplated how to approach applying the leather. Quickly coming to a conclusion, I pulled my dagger out and placed the leather on the altar. With my dagger, I made strips of it. Grabbing the hilt, I noticed it was still hot, but not enough to burn. Carefully wrapping the leather around the hilt, I made a comfortable grip for my hands. 