The blues you use are not something I would have ever picked for my own projects, but God, how I have come to love them.
@jacobb40403 сағат бұрын
Hi! Why did you skip every other hole?
@WillHodgesСағат бұрын
Because I don’t have a longer pricking iron and you don’t need a very close stitch for this
@jacobb404034 минут бұрын
Thank you! I figured that, but just wanted to make sure!
@bryansir39138 сағат бұрын
What is it?
@WillHodges8 сағат бұрын
Glue
@kyvandieng12 сағат бұрын
Hey you can use an awl to pierce through the leather first, lay the whole wallet on a cork board or punching board, use an awl to piece 90 degree perpendicular from top view. Pierce all the holes before stitching. I normally do that if i am working with leather over 5mm thickness. It prevents you ruining the whole thing
@WillHodges7 сағат бұрын
Yes, it’s more common in Asia to do it this way. You’re essentially using a single tooth pricking iron at that point
@fredjoeme128413 сағат бұрын
Mold. Mold, not mould.
@WillHodges7 сағат бұрын
I know
@slappymchappy13 сағат бұрын
I need to do this trick with my ecostick
@WillHodges12 сағат бұрын
It’s so useful it’s crazy
@marclyes54619 сағат бұрын
What thickness of leather is this? And where might one get leather strip like this?
@WillHodges16 сағат бұрын
This is a 3mm leather RockyMountain Leather Supply sell these
@LuciannaRemis19 сағат бұрын
A few days ago I found a bag that was almost the same design as my dream bag, but the price blew my mind. I have a soul resonance with kislux . It taught me that beauty doesnât have to be expensive, it just has to be right.
@kyvandieng20 сағат бұрын
Hi can i have a question? If you have the padding inside , and you cut the main leather to the correct dimension. When you use the bone folder to stuck/form the strap. Is that the strap size will be a bit smaller in width? In stead you can cut the lining leather correct to the dimension first, later, you trim the main leather following the linging, so the strap size will be more correct. I hope i explain well.
@WillHodges7 сағат бұрын
Yes you’re right if the padding is too thick, if it’s approx 1mm padding you shouldn’t notice any issues
@DelmarPeet23 сағат бұрын
beautiful
@blakeclark2834Күн бұрын
Instructions unclear. I wrapped knife in plastic wrap and no longer have a knife to cut the excess plastic wrap.
@WillHodgesКүн бұрын
😂
@JDuroLeatherКүн бұрын
Jeez what size is that stitching iron I got so lost in the edit I didn't realize at first that those were a lottt of stitches 😅
@WillHodgesКүн бұрын
2.7mm
@gideoncКүн бұрын
Can you share your exact process of punching both sides to get a clean saddle stitch? Are you mostly using french style? I feel like using the Japanese style irons would be easier to work with - haven't tried this tho as I only have the French style 3.38mm spacing.. and also.. do you have a different method for joining 2 to 4 layers of leather and still get both sides to look good... Tyty
@WillHodgesКүн бұрын
On this I punched all the way through from the front side with my French style pricking irons.
@ffotograffyddКүн бұрын
Hi Will, Thank you for another informative video. Can I ask where you get your Zermatt leather and Velodon? I’ve tried to source both in the UK, but have had no luck so far.
@Simo68-Күн бұрын
fantastica idea sagomare il fodero bagnato dopo averlo cucito.
@WillHodgesКүн бұрын
Thank you!
@anthony-fiКүн бұрын
Casting. Adding this knot strengthens the stitch line from unraveling. If by any chance a thread breaks. You can simply melt it to stop it unraveling while you are out and about. Works really well on edc or outdoor gear.
@Nate-James12 күн бұрын
Great vid 🙏🏻
@pnp0720002 күн бұрын
Is the bonded leather more durable than normal veg tan leather? I have some scrap veg tan that I was thinking about using for a backing instead of using a bonded leather like salpa, since I already have the thin veg tan in stock.
@WillHodges2 күн бұрын
Bonded leather is more durable but also veg tan is more flexible. Bonded leather is less flexible so it depends what you’re going for
@paulfellowes48792 күн бұрын
I'm about to work using croc in a few weeks when it arrives, so this was so timely and useful to listen to, thanks Will.
@WillHodges2 күн бұрын
My pleasure
@jacob16282 күн бұрын
Fantastic lining tip!❤
@WillHodges2 күн бұрын
Thank you!
@rayjames5200Күн бұрын
Hi great video - great tip leaving the Final Cut of the lining after stitching. Do you mind if I ask you what thickness of lining you use and where you buy it from?
@bowthemaker2 күн бұрын
I couldn’t agree more. Preparation is key. Great lesson and beautiful watch strap!👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
@WillHodges2 күн бұрын
Thank you so much!
@pareshambaram12342 күн бұрын
Beautiful alligator skin and the colour is brilliant. I am just starting out in leathercraft and enjoying your videos Very educational
@WillHodges2 күн бұрын
Thank you so much!
@leewhite822 күн бұрын
@13:19 Do you use glue to tie the ends of your saddle stitch?
@WillHodges2 күн бұрын
I do indeed, PVA on the last stitch which will set in the hole
@gabrat01562 күн бұрын
The thickness ruins the desig. Cut the stitches and do it again, you reversed the movement, it is easy to repair
@WillHodges2 күн бұрын
Your approval is just exactly what I was looking for! Let me do exactly what you’re saying right this minute….
@JuicedFox2 күн бұрын
beautiful colour! Excited for your Thread video.
@WillHodges2 күн бұрын
Thank you! It’s coming
@alyw58152 күн бұрын
So did she??? 😂 the most important question!!! PS: lovely piece!
@WillHodges2 күн бұрын
She never showed
@alyw58152 күн бұрын
@@WillHodges sorry to hear that:( *virtual hugs* and keep it up! You’re great! Peeps love you!
@alyw58152 күн бұрын
Hello! (Fellow Cantabridgian!!!) any thoughts on leather scissors? I just always struggle with knives for a long pieces for physical reasons - I was thinking scissors might be a good alternative (or supplement rather)? x
@CavanalK53 күн бұрын
*Satisfied*
@WillHodges2 күн бұрын
Me too
@GraceWilliamson-r3f3 күн бұрын
Me when he scratched the table: 👁️ 👄 👁️
@artificial_rock_flavoring3 күн бұрын
looks like a turd
@mattb78954 күн бұрын
I'm not sure if I missed it but did you say where you source your reptile leather?
@WillHodges3 күн бұрын
This one came from a friend of mine but it depends on what I’m after, sometimes places in the UK and sometimes I have to import
@bdubbsmark4 күн бұрын
Yes, the time spent stitching can be long and tedious. However, taking the time to design, plan out, and execute a project can be very rewarding when you have that final product in hand. Especially when you avoid mistakes 😅
@WillHodges3 күн бұрын
I actually find stitching Very therapeutic
@Greeneyez-r4h4 күн бұрын
I love the true passion that goes into this. Enjoy it so much. I thank you for the details that helps me to get better. Much love.
@WillHodges3 күн бұрын
You are so welcome!
@Greeneyez-r4h3 күн бұрын
@ you mind if I ask you where I can buy these kind of leathers?
@dyer1484 күн бұрын
Beautiful job Will!
@WillHodges4 күн бұрын
Thank you!🙏
@Ishbikes4 күн бұрын
Damn, I wish you were in New York. Just so I could come & holla at you about this
@Ishbikes4 күн бұрын
Not saying i would take your style, but *imitation is the best form of flattery.*
@WillHodges4 күн бұрын
You can always purchase something off me
@Newguyatwork4 күн бұрын
LOVE this vid! Especially the music choice it introduced me to Tom's Diner, just the perfect balance between the vocals and instruments.
@bdubbsmark4 күн бұрын
You're right. This song was a great choice! It's such a classic, and he did a great job editing the video to the beat. I really enjoyed how the thread pulling synched up.
@jenniferjones-oneil6574 күн бұрын
❤
@jenniferjones-oneil6574 күн бұрын
Love the video and the music choice. I recently subscribed and I am a newbie to leather crafting. I would love to see a video on what size thread to use for different size pricking irons and is there a recommended thread size for wallets vs handbags. Perhaps it is dependent on leather weight?
@bdubbsmark4 күн бұрын
I am also an amateur, so take this with a grain of salt. In the two years or so that I have been doing this, I find that for smaller projects and thinner material, a likewise thinner thread should be used. However, in the right situation, I have found that the contrast of a thicker thread is a good design choice. While almost always, I have found that for nearly all larger bags, thicker thread is best. Also, it never hurts to consult with the professional at your local leather shop.
@WillHodges3 күн бұрын
I would agree but there aren’t really any ‘local leather shops’ anymore, hence this entire channel
@sheilbwright76494 күн бұрын
Electric creasers are ridiculously expensive in Oz. However, a good quality soldering station is about 10 to 15% of the price of the head unit. I rewired the plug of a handset so I can plug it into the soldering station. Truckloads saved.😊
@WillHodges4 күн бұрын
Hahaha that would burn the edge paint to a crisp 😁
@sheilbwright76494 күн бұрын
@WillHodges I am talking about a soldering station not a soldering iron. So, actually, they have digital heat controls that have the same temperature range as electric creasers. The head units are doing exactly the same thing, heating an element to a precise temperature and holding the element at that temperature. Whilst the outsiders look very different, the inside does the same thing. The reason for the huge price differential is twofold one is a niche market, and the other has huge economies of scale.
@LesSacamain-com4 күн бұрын
Amazing work, Will! I absolutely love the new wallet but I also really like the boo-boo wallet as well..lol I’m really excited about your upcoming videos regarding edge paint and thread. Both really big topics for me. I will definitely be buying a wallet from you very soon. Thanks again for all your great content and for showing us what perseverance looks like. ❤❤
@WillHodges4 күн бұрын
Can’t wait to make your wallet, I’ve emailed you
@PissAnalSpineFreak4 күн бұрын
Will is the lord of leather. King of the hide holy land. The sheik of skiving. GOD OF GATOR
@brandonmathews65884 күн бұрын
You look like you need a shower
@dilach415 күн бұрын
the cut at the end is brutal
@greeneyedcatwink5 күн бұрын
You're welcome! The "boo-boo wallet" is going to be loved and treasured for years to come. I've gotten to know you through the fact that it happened! Silver lining. Getting back in there and making something so special and stunning was the perfect way to get back into the game, with even more knowledge and patience due to the "boo-boo". Way to go!!!
@WillHodges4 күн бұрын
That’s exactly why I had to make another, practice is literally how you become perfect! Can’t wait to make your bag
@LeqzNightmare5 күн бұрын
great wallet, can't wait for the video about edge paint !
@WillHodges5 күн бұрын
It’s coming! It’s pretty in depth so taking a while to get sorted
@BringYaTigrinya5 күн бұрын
Thanks for this! Do you use reverse irons to avoid that inevitable X? I use them sometimes, but find there's still a difference in appearance between front and back, which I guess is a result of the entry/exit of the awl.
@WillHodges5 күн бұрын
I don’t because I don’t have the money for a second set of irons but if I did I think I would, maybe. Not sure. You can still get a nice result using the X method
@TheRealMarioMan5 күн бұрын
Nice color 🐧
@WillHodges5 күн бұрын
Thank you!
@leewhite825 күн бұрын
Why did you skiv down the Goat leather only to then add a bonded leather layer on the back? What was wrong with the original goat leather thickness (I assume it was Alran Sully at 1.3mm)
@WillHodges5 күн бұрын
It was Alran sully 1.4mm. Because bonded leather is stiffer which I wanted, and I want to line it all within the same original thickness so I had to skive it down