i am in the design faze of what i call my "batman belt"

i have a good, 1 1/2'' leather belt with two rows of holes. looks like ::::::::, to which i will attach pouches. i thought about buying pouches for it but i think i will make them instead (cheaper, better material control.) i can't seem to locate a size-able quantity of leather without sacrificing an internal organ on the black market, so i thought about tough, easily accessible, workable stuff. i am thinking a seat belt. i have a watch band made from it, wow! it is tough as nails. 50lb test, lighter and a THICK needle i already have. i am thinking snap closures (velcro does not last well for me) while not huge, i think that i will be able to make enough to carry most of my gear.