As a newcomer to leatherwork I find this mans helpful advice invaluable and without people such as Chuck to advise us we are incompetent at this art,so please Chuck ,please keep teaching us the correct procedures .
@SecularStrategy
4 жыл бұрын
Love these videos, but you guys need to invest in that second camera for the closeup shots.
@CatRacer1A2A
3 жыл бұрын
This, this, this, this!!!
@hangtenboy
3 жыл бұрын
I agree.
@SpirituallyRefined
3 жыл бұрын
💯
@jameshoward8609
4 ай бұрын
and talk a little slower
@Stolichnaya90
4 жыл бұрын
I pressed play and I looked away to grab a snack while still listening... and for a moment I wasn't sure if I was watching Weaver Leathercraft or America's Most Wanted with John Walsh lol. Great content, thank you for the wisdom!
@omearacian
4 жыл бұрын
First time I burnished an edge I over pressed and rolled the edge a bit. Luckily it was for a 1,1/4 inch tooled strap bracelet and the effect of a rolled edge beside a deep groove line actually added a really nice 3d bordering effect around the tooling. Sometime mistakes are lessons, sometimes they're a great addition!
@asmith7876
4 жыл бұрын
The embodiment of what all KZitem videos should be: clear, concise, informative, no BS, straight to it and wow crammed full of 100% immediately useful and relevant information. Outstanding presentation! I won't show you any of my projects over the decades, but I've made hat bands and belts and wallets and holsters and knife sheaths and purses...all functional but they won't win any blue ribbons. Can't wait to see what other videos you have!
@advhawk6455
2 жыл бұрын
I learned leather-crafting from my mother and have been doing it for years. Weaver makes excellent tools, but more than that, Chuck your videos are always such a pleasure to watch. Thanks for all you do.
@josephjoe9088
4 жыл бұрын
As usual right on point with your tips and knowledge. Thank you very much. I"m really learning a lot. Could you please, please, please do a tour of your shop and show us your setup. Pleeeeeeeaaaseeeee
@oilfortheworld
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you and have a nice week.
@WeaverLeatherSupply
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, you as well!
@clark57225
4 жыл бұрын
You are really in your element! Your energy and knowledge are inspiring. Thank you.
@paulrooster2108
3 жыл бұрын
Awesome how you get straight to the point with no side stories about kittens or Other unusable stop , Thank You
@jamesthe-doctor8981
4 жыл бұрын
Good stuff as always, thanks Chuck! Man, I wish I’d known even half of what I’ve learned from The Leather Element back when I was first starting out.
@jamesthe-doctor8981
4 жыл бұрын
Kevin Noll exactly, and the previous guy at my local national chain store (I don’t want to mention names, but it’s initials are “Tandy Leather”😂) would just sell me what I needed in order to do what I wanted to accomplish, but refused to tell me how to use it. As far as I could figure, he wanted me to attend their weekend “classes” so I’d have to buy more materials, just to learn a technique. That would have taken me decades, and I’m no spring chicken. KZitem in general, and Chuck with these Leather Element videos in particular have helped speed up my learning curve immeasurably.
@jaredlanny03
4 жыл бұрын
Love these kinds of videos. I was a moderately skilled leather worker 20 years ago, and I'm returning to it now.... much of it is like riding a bike, but there's just as much (or more) of these basic skills which are totally lost on me. I never did figure out edge slicking, even way back when.... and it's still a little bit of magic for me now, so I'm looking forward to trying out your tips from this video.
@desmondehoppie4758
7 ай бұрын
Very Informative. Thank You for taking the time to make this video.
@ff-ou4sb
2 жыл бұрын
He's got such a good on camera personality for this. Very helpful, cheers!
@fancysirvr7054
Жыл бұрын
I cant stop watching this
@djebat88
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for those tricks, Chuck. Truth be told, I've done those mistakes many times.
@rezamehrani3122
3 жыл бұрын
Every time I enjoy watching your tutorial videos. Thank you. Very clean , fast & useful. This is a great opportunity to know you man. God Bless 🙏👍
@dannyd174
4 жыл бұрын
Done all of these but the beveled into the hand, hopefully this keeps me from doing it. Thanks for the tips and the video!
@eddebrock
2 жыл бұрын
Oh how I love no nonsense of this! Just, here are common mistakes, don't do em'! Great video.
@uptopmikep7065
2 жыл бұрын
Hahahaha! 2 out of 3 and that's not bad. You must have watched Mars Attacks a few times. I love it. Thanks for the tutorial Chuck.
@ricksflicks-
3 жыл бұрын
I like this guys energy.
@jacynthetofcrazycreations4869
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Very informative. I appreciate no fluff.
@SewingLara
7 ай бұрын
Thank you, it's always helpful!
@j.maxwaddell2557
4 жыл бұрын
Great tips for us newbies. Keep up the wonderful teaching moments.
@HillCountryCodger
4 жыл бұрын
Really good advice for a beginner, much appreciated Chuck!
@edusszfx
3 ай бұрын
Love the safety tips!
@susane945
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you !! Wonderful tips! 🙂🌸❤️
@ginnysimpson5232
4 жыл бұрын
For a newbie this is gold. Thanks.
@minerblue9641
4 жыл бұрын
I hear you Chuck. I sure get into the thorn bushes when I get in a hurry. Patience is a virtue!
@gordonrussell7165
4 жыл бұрын
Hello Chuck. I have jumped my box cutter slightly and taken a small sliver off the side of my straight edge. Now I use a piece of quarter inch square steel bar as my straight edge. Works great.
@Pickernik
Жыл бұрын
Great tips, thank you!!
@Verichmond
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the helpful tips! This'll help a lot as I'm endeavoring in my leather work.
@WeaverLeatherSupply
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@charlescomly1
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for making this video, over all the years in worked on leather, I have committed every sin you pointed out, lol! Looking forward to your next video.
@oldschooljack3479
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Chuck. Keep em coming please!
@robinmoore909
3 жыл бұрын
I did leather carving as a teen and at 60 I am getting back into leather working due to your videos. I was addicted to watching you create that beautiful holster and now am obsessed with the craft. Weaver didn't have several of the tools I wanted (67-6970, 67-6976, 67-6978, 67-6982); therefore I am on the Email notify list. I intend to eventually acquire all the tools needed for real leathercraft (to make a holster, boots and one day a saddle). Thank you very much for your well done, informative videos.
@blackbear9326
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Chuck, I am a newcomer to leather craft. Your videos are making my new hobby so enjoyable. Keep it up Chuck. Cheers mate. 🇬🇧
@WeaverLeatherSupply
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome, thank you!
@MYK1972
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Mr. Chuck, I am from Pakistan and have been learning so much from your videos. Please let me know how to color chrome leather according to our choices. Thanks a lot to make people learn the art.
@user-jo5fz8iw3b
5 ай бұрын
Thanks Chuck 👍
@ViaAvione
2 жыл бұрын
Great tips! Thank you for sharing!
@pauleysink9659
4 жыл бұрын
Again, a great informative video Chuck, I should have watched this first, I now recognise a few of my mistakes.
@sarshaparis284
4 жыл бұрын
Your video's have helped me out so much! thank you for making them :)
@ThomasLeonard454
4 жыл бұрын
Definitely worth watching. Your videos will help me take my past meager workmanship to new levels.
@andyshields5935
4 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed the video, did similar mistake with the beveled edge too wet, then slicked, and ended up mushrooming the edges. Yep, have to let them dry a bit. Thanks Chuck
@stoneblue1795
3 жыл бұрын
Chuck's a good guy. I'm guessing that coffee or mountain Dew is a big part of his day. The dude's got ENERGY!
@INS1977
2 жыл бұрын
Very good video.. Iam just beginning workin with leather... I knew methal and brass much better
@pufek77
3 жыл бұрын
Tnx for advices...I'm new in this gorgeous world of leather :)
@Jamie-k7e7e
6 ай бұрын
You gotta love this guy! ❤️🙋🏼♀️ thank you!
@jayyoung3478
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@joshicus_saint_anger
Жыл бұрын
Great video! Can't wait to get started
@rickybenavidez4982
3 жыл бұрын
Wow that was the most concise video I've seen in a while and I learned a lot
@jeffreycrossin427
3 жыл бұрын
Jeff from Jersey here! Thank you it did help.
@jamesmackay7284
2 жыл бұрын
You have made some great tutorials 👌
@georgegonzalez-rivas3787
3 жыл бұрын
Useful video. Thanks!
@abelcotofernandez2500
3 жыл бұрын
Two weeks ago, decided to get some tools and learn to work with leather after almost a year wanting to do it. With this video I have discovered what i have been doing some incorrect things like with the edge burnishing, to much pressure. And a few more things not to be done :). In fact, all your videos are so useful, that yesterday i did suscribe. Thank you very much, I am learning a lot :)
@WeaverLeatherSupply
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your comment and for subscribing - that means a lot!
@mattiecreates
2 жыл бұрын
thank you for taking the time do help everyone, you are a great teacher ..i really appreciate you sharing your knowledge
@WeaverLeatherSupply
2 жыл бұрын
You are very welcome, we appreciate the support and your comment!
@Hackdaddy81
4 жыл бұрын
I’m just starting out and this series is great... guilty of smashing my edges in too much already.. now I knows what I’m doing wrong... thanks
@WeaverLeatherSupply
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Seth - glad the video was helpful!
@t.curran8243
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks again.
@scottscontracting
3 жыл бұрын
thank you for this and your other vids!
@betenoireindustries
3 жыл бұрын
fantastic roundup, thanks. i've had to learn a lot of these the hard way - wish i'd had this to watch first.
@surfpunk08
3 жыл бұрын
Awesome bit of practical advice from a knowledgeable teacher; great as always! Thanks Chuck!!!
@WeaverLeatherSupply
3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@runningriverbushcraft
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome Tips 🇺🇸 as always 👌
@xThatEquestrianx
4 жыл бұрын
This is very helpful! Touched on several mistakes ive been making, time to go make something with my new knowledge!
@firebomb5510
4 жыл бұрын
Quick,concise,informative👍👍
@kennethrutledge9222
3 жыл бұрын
ThankYou so much !! I learned so much!!!!
@WeaverLeatherSupply
3 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad, thank you!
@mkivy
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! A little scary for this novice already making mistakes…but perseverance wins the day!
@gibbyswife9218
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this information!! I'm new at Leather Crafting and can use all the advice I can get because I can't afford to waste leather and buy new tools, due to mistakes because of my inexperience. Thank you again! I did have 2 questions, if you dont mind? 1 - Where would you suggest that I could purchase very inexpensive leather "scraps"? 2 - How can I easily make my own stamp of my logo? I'd like to make the type to hammer to the leather so it makes an indentation (not the ink type of stamp)? It costs too much to buy one, so I'd like to make my own so I can stamp my projects myself. Thank you in advance, if you are able to reply. Your tutorials are easy to understand.😊👍👍
@gobsauce8891
4 жыл бұрын
I pay about $10/lb at hobby lobby. Not as good quality as other places, but it's enough to do very simple things. When it comes to personalized stamps, there's really no inexpensive way unless you have access to a 3D printer. When I started, I used my soldering iron to burn in my initials and year, usually in a hidden place)
@WeaverLeatherSupply
4 жыл бұрын
You can have stamps made in metal and, yes, they can be somewhat expensive. An alternative would be to have a stamp cut from plastic. Most any Trophy shop or Laser Engraving shop (they do wedding stuff, promotional stuff) can cut this for you and it’s pretty inexpensive, or, you can have the tags laser engraved. There may be a charge for set-up and it’s usually pretty inexpensive but once complete they can engrave and cut the tags to your specs and, again, pretty cheap by the piece (they can even cut the rivet holes to save you time). We have some leather remnant bags on our site that are fairly inexpensive or if you have a local leather worker, i'm sure they'd be happy to sell you some scraps as they usually build up pretty quickly! We'll link the remnant bag below for you: www.weaverleathersupply.com/catalog/item-detail/75-4917/assorted-pull-up-leather/pr_54885 www.weaverleathersupply.com/catalog/item-detail/75-4916/assorted-leather-remnant-bag/pr_51867
@jamesthe-doctor8981
4 жыл бұрын
1. Hobby Lobby does sell remnants, as does Tandy Leather Factory. I don’t know if Weaver does, but I would be surprised if they don’t. Try Googling “leather remnants” and you’ll get some hits. 2. I don’t think there’s a way to “easily” make a stamp that will last long, but most people who do make them use annealed (not yet hardened) tool steel for the stamp, using several types of tools to get their logo cut into the end of the finished stamp. Some of the tools used are often good quality jeweler’s files, aka needle files, jewelers, or coping saw, drills for making the inside of a circle, and so on. Once you’ve “carved” your logo into the business end of the stamp, it will need to be hardened for durability, and tempered so it’s not brittle. To do that you’ll need a torch at the very least to heat the end to a glowing cherry red, then quench in oil. Tempering can be done easily with a toaster oven, usually somewhere between 350°-450°F for a couple of hours until it becomes straw-colored - typically an hour or two. Now you know why it isn’t cheap to have it made professionally. EDIT: Search KZitem for “make a steel stamp” and you’ll see dozens of videos on making stamps at home. Also “touchmark stamp” and “logo stamp” will yield plenty of results. Also, if you really need to save money, old, dull drill bits are tool steel, but you have to anneal (soften by heating) them before trying to work with them. Good luck!
@gibbyswife9218
4 жыл бұрын
@@jamesthe-doctor8981 Thank you so very much for going into such detail in your reply. I appreciate your help. I think making my logo stamp is too far out of my league of experience and expertise. You are right, that is a lot of work, and the finesse you must have to use the tools in order to achieve a professional look, takes a lot of time. I was quoted (locally) $300.00 for (just one) one and one-half inch or (one) two inch logo stamp. That just seemed too high to me. Maybe it wasn't? Thank you again for your help. Your advice is appreciated very much for both questions. Thank you again.
@gibbyswife9218
4 жыл бұрын
@@gobsauce8891 Thank you......I had actually had thought of using a soldering gun, myself. I had thought of burning my logo clear through a thin piece of wood, and then hardening the wood when finished. I thought maybe I could use that as a template? I am just a beginner, so if I sound like I don't know what I am doing, you are right! I was just trying to think this through at any angle I could try. Thank you so much for your reply. I truly appreciate your time.
@alphaandomegawithchris
4 жыл бұрын
I don't actually do leather work, but I've always wanted to. I've learned a lot about it from you and I'm ready to give it a go. I want to work with leather because I'm a woodworker and I want to make leather and wood pieces.
@WeaverLeatherSupply
4 жыл бұрын
That's great to hear, Chris! We hope you enjoy leather working!
@minerblue9641
4 жыл бұрын
Wheew. You're in for the long haul if you start working with leather. It may ruin you for woodwork.
@grimtt
4 жыл бұрын
I actually find some crossover from wood to leather, namely working with veg tan in terms of tooling and carving and knowing how to mark and cut. Good luck!
@paulbouchard9521
Жыл бұрын
I wish I'd seen this before my first project.
@artfulcoyote
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing, Chuck
@shopnwoods9901
3 жыл бұрын
Great tips
@mary-annemurphy2383
Ай бұрын
4 yrs late to the game, but amazing advice. Thank you
@Marioontour
4 жыл бұрын
Great stuff man. I always hit the like button before i watch the video. :)
@henniepelser5958
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tips. Never say "you can't teach an old dog new tricks... One must remember that old dogs can also forget the basics". Thanks
@DrLeroy76
4 жыл бұрын
"Don't do this" videos are a great idea. I've done the beveller-into-finger trick. Wasn't fun.
@WeaverLeatherSupply
4 жыл бұрын
Not a fun experience!
@thewizdad
4 жыл бұрын
DrLeroy76 I have glued leather lace onto a strop so it only hones the actual blade, man that must hurt though.
@TheLeathersmithShop
4 жыл бұрын
Same here. The "All-in-one" groover and beveller tool is so bad about that, and those tips are sharp!
@tomgulding1774
4 жыл бұрын
I hit my finger with the piercing awl .... 😳😳 never know there is so much blood in my finger ..🙄
@twotone3070
3 жыл бұрын
Really impressed with the presentation, videography, editing and explanations, I got what you meant straight away and I don't do leather work.
@Breed2019
7 ай бұрын
Thank you sir❤
@AliAhmed-oe3mz
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for all Notes and warnings
@yoheff988
3 жыл бұрын
Few tips: 1. t take out a rivet that had glue on it simply heat it up with a soldering iron. 2. Never use aluminum rulers, the chances of the blade jumping onto the ruler top and from there onto your finger is very high, use only stainless still rules. 3. Don't pay ridiculous money for leather dyes, I buy powdered pigment mix it with rubbing alcohol and get amazing dyes for a fraction of what you being charged at the store. Also I always rub the leather (after it's being dyed) with the cheapest Vaseline, it gives it an amazing look.
@davesimler724
3 жыл бұрын
These were some great tips. I see what I was doing wrong all this time and yes I used a few bandaids. Thanks so much for all the tips. I definitely like your style of teaching. Keep it up.
@WeaverLeatherSupply
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, so glad the videos are helpful!
@filstewart2380
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Chuck, useful advice as always. ( More armour soon please - maybe a series of tutorials?)
@capedoryus
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, thank you, thank you. Do I do leather? Not pre watching this video. I am a fabric guy and wish there was somebody with this insight with sewing. Love the box cutter tip. Can use it anytime . Looks like I'll be starting leather work. I appreciate all the work that went into your video. I have a few up on KZitem and I learn more about video production from super high quality videos than months in school. Thanks again. Videos of this quality are like discovering a new star.
@WeaverLeatherSupply
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, John!
@joafrikaans59
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info, I really like your videos Chuck, a trick I picked up with removing stubborn screws is with a side cutter, just replace the screw afterwards
@randybradley6213
4 жыл бұрын
Great information/ refresher! Thanks Chuck keep on doing these please
@timothyhayes9724
4 жыл бұрын
These were very helpful! Thank you!
@JimRodgers
4 жыл бұрын
I recently had a slip with a stitching awl. Turned out to be quite a gusher when I stabbed myself in the meaty part at the base of my thumb. Since then I've learned to adjust how I'm using that tool to avoid poking myself.
@jonathananthonyhumphries2486
4 жыл бұрын
dont bleed on the leather
@prowokator
4 жыл бұрын
There are some big blood vessels in the base of the thumb. Makes a really bloody mess if you manage ti cut yourself with a blade there.
@WeaverLeatherSupply
4 жыл бұрын
Ouch, so sorry this happened! Hope you're all better!
@forever4462
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Good work
@simondrew2914
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for these tips, Chuck. As a beginner, I've made some of these mistakes myself. One thing I've noticed is that too much tension in the stitching will distort the product, especially if the leather density is inconsistent. Do you have advice for choosing leather/spotting problem areas? What cuts are most suitable for particular projects?
@WeaverLeatherSupply
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Simon, Usually the belly is where you have to watch out for spongy areas. But for the most part the rest of the hide should all be usable. Belt makers will usually tend to go for the back or bend area of the hide, it has a tighter grain and uniform thickness. As you get up in the neck area of the hide, the weight will may fluctuate a little bit. Hope that helps!
@simondrew2914
4 жыл бұрын
@@WeaverLeatherSupply Thanks for the advice. I'll bear this in mind when I make my next purchase.
@doodlej22
3 жыл бұрын
Great tips! Thanks for another excellent video.
@bradleywhite4902
4 жыл бұрын
I love your videos Chuck. Just spent more than I should of at your shop & eagerly waiting for it to arrive here in Australia. 👍
@rhewt01
3 жыл бұрын
youre awesome, i love your vibe.
@internetcomment4440
4 жыл бұрын
Chuck is awesome
@itsaustraliadayeveryday7234
Жыл бұрын
When a man asks me to notice his end 8:07 I blush in color too😂
@ErikGuin
4 жыл бұрын
7:38 Wow, i have been having this problem for awhile, my edges sometimes have a lip on either side and now i know what im doing wrong. Not so much pressure! Thanks for this video!
@WeaverLeatherSupply
4 жыл бұрын
Glad I could help! Thanks so much for watching!
@davidlewisbrokenanvilforge4555
3 жыл бұрын
Chuck In my area we have a lot of buckskin from the deer that the hunters kill I’d really like to see a video done with the hair on hides maybe some winter arm guards or something to that effect I really love your videos I’ve been going through all of the old ones they are an inspiration to me
@robthewaywardwoodworker9956
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Chuck!
@kelv8840
2 жыл бұрын
I'm working on soft and light leather, lamb leather. Can y'all do some videos on how to handle it. Sew, make harnesses, gluing it. Thanks.
@brightargyle8950
3 жыл бұрын
Just ran into bronzing the other day on a sheath I was making, had never seen that before, glad I ran across this video so I know what went wrong.
@toughharley1903
3 жыл бұрын
It does help, thank you
@paulaelliott3635
2 жыл бұрын
I found this video really helpful, and solved all the issues I've been facing in one video. Greatly appreciated.
@drengskap
3 жыл бұрын
I've had a utility knife skip onto the ruler and straight into my thumb. I was cutting picture mount board, not leather, but it's a similar situation. Respect the blade!
@Bjornarp
3 жыл бұрын
it was said the knife would stop in your finger. I've seen what a boxcutter does to a finger. It will not stop 🤣 amazing video as always! learning so much
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