I love it when you make these "Let's Experiment" kind of videos. You literally save me hours of time, save me material, and save my sanity trying to find the best way to cut less common materials. Thanks a ton for these great leather tips!
@AngieHolden5 жыл бұрын
I actually LOVE making these so it works for both of us!
@serenedesign Жыл бұрын
Your vids are so informative. You are sawing so many people so much time and material. You kick ass lady! Also you have probably saved me several hundred dollars. Thanks! Keep up the good work. 😊
@michaelcrabtree42213 жыл бұрын
I am a leatherworker. My wife wanted the Cricut maker, so I bought one for her as a gift. Until she asked for it, I had never even heard of it, let alone used one. She and our adult daughter both have one and use them to make all sorts of very interesting and lovely things. It's a really interesting and useful tool for art, but as for any sort of serious leatherworking, I personally think this is something of a hard pass. Perhaps on some extremely lighter leathers, such as 1-2 oz kid skins or such it might have some limited applications, but I can't see this being useful enough to warrant having one specifically for leather work. Overall, this was a very good video. Thank you for sharing this.
@AngieHolden3 жыл бұрын
I would definitely agree. It is more of a hobby machine.
@mikeycrabtree1233 жыл бұрын
@@AngieHolden I can see it being extremely beneficial in graphic arts.
@davidkanejazz701910 ай бұрын
Genuinely helpful without any unnecessary verbiage--thank you!
@AngieHolden10 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@stevenreynolds25804 жыл бұрын
tried some craft leather on my maker I used transfer tape on it ( strong one) got good result it cut fine with deep cut blade, hope this helps.
@anniewilliams1143 жыл бұрын
I like it when you compare different types of material. Thanks
@LorraineCastellon-Rowe4 жыл бұрын
Excellent information!!! Thank you for sharing the details of cutting both leathers!! Have a great day Angie!! ❣💐🐰🐇💐❣
@tessaszpek46302 жыл бұрын
Love this video, it was so helpful! Thanks!
@AngieHolden2 жыл бұрын
You're so welcome!
@MrAcndccoАй бұрын
Very informative video and a lot of questions answered, but I have a couple of questions to ask. Can I cut up to 3mm natural vegetable tan leather? The blade knife can be replaced on that housing part and where to find it and how many times can cut that kind of a leather. Thank you so much.
@AngieHoldenАй бұрын
It will only be able to do 2.4 mm thick.
@MrAcndccoАй бұрын
@AngieHolden thank you very much, I was about to order but if that's the case, I will not.
@johnnylesley54504 жыл бұрын
I appreciate your video, I do leather work and have had requests from my neace to make her some earrings with leather. Thinking I may dabble in the jewlery side for her. Genuine is the split under the top grain. The leather you used also looked like chrome tanned leather which is very soft. The thing I kind of wonder is how it will cut full grain veg tan leather. You would have to cover the flesh side with shipping tape and put that side down and smooth side up. Once leather is stuck down wet the surface slightly and it should cut very well.
@AngieHolden4 жыл бұрын
I think it will still work to cut it. I have cut tooling leather as well with the Maker.
@llawmd Жыл бұрын
What knife blade do you use to cut the tooling veg-tan leather?@@AngieHolden
@BillS-p8sАй бұрын
Can you use the deep cut leather blade for the older cricut maker or is it just for cricut 3? Thanks in advance.
@AngieHoldenАй бұрын
Deep cut blade is for any of them.
@shaunhayward2 жыл бұрын
This is a great video with great information. We're considering getting a Cricut and leather is one of the reasons. You video is very helpful. I suspect that the Cricut-brand leather is veg tan, which is stiffer and the suede side is tighter, whereas what you obtained from the craft store might have been chrome tan, which is much more "floppy" and the suede side is more "hairy", if that makes sense. I theory, I would think most 3oz/1mm veg tan leathers would work just the same as the Cricut-brand leather. Milled veg-tan leather is softer - somewhere between regular veg-tan and chrome tan. I'm not sure how it would hold up.
@AngieHolden2 жыл бұрын
I would definitely say you are right.
@deblaraby28423 жыл бұрын
this video help so much
@knockedin17 ай бұрын
Would you rec for Explorer doing 2 passes on the hobby lobby leather?
@AngieHolden7 ай бұрын
Sorry not sure. Depends on the leather you have. Maybe do a small test cut.
@AlmamommieScott Жыл бұрын
thanks good information
@ssharp115 жыл бұрын
Outstanding video. Thank you. Wishing you a super week. Hugs Susan
@rmm91105 жыл бұрын
I like your comparisons and enjoy your videos. I was wondering if you have tried using strong grip transfer tape on the back of the leather then applying it to your mat?
@AngieHolden5 жыл бұрын
I have! I do that occasionally and it works pretty well.
@JennyMundell9 ай бұрын
Do you have any suggestions for cutting Faux Leather with the rotary blade, like what setting would I use?
@AngieHolden9 ай бұрын
Sure! Try a medium weight fabric setting!
@travellingpedals46712 жыл бұрын
Thanks girl, you are great! Exactly what I was looking for. i need to cut genuine leather (not cricut) and you answered fast all my questions. Just one I still have: the setting would be genuine leather or garment? My leather is about 1,6 mm and i guess i need 2 passes… which setting should I use??
@AngieHolden2 жыл бұрын
Probably genuine leather by that description but you may need to play with it some.
@BillS-p8sАй бұрын
What is the difference between the deep blade and the rotary blade ? Thanks in advance
@AngieHolden28 күн бұрын
Try this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5bal2B3jdKcaM0
@dawnnf91603 жыл бұрын
Have you tried using biothane at all? Cutting and debossing?
@AngieHolden3 жыл бұрын
No I have not.
@tbird24344 жыл бұрын
Very Helpful...THANK YOU!
@AngieHolden4 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@Meadowwing3 жыл бұрын
Custom shapes possible???
@TheDeb00474 жыл бұрын
Any suggestions for lamb skin leather, I bought an old jacket to recycle.
@AngieHolden4 жыл бұрын
I would try cutting it with the rotary blade I think.
@atelierloulou65513 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video! Does the blade get dull quickly when cutting leather?
@AngieHolden3 жыл бұрын
No! Not at all!
@PatiPerez3 жыл бұрын
On a budget if you only wanted to cut leather let’s say to start making earring, which machine would you recommend buying?
@AngieHolden3 жыл бұрын
If you want to cut real leather, I would get the Maker. If faux leather is okay with you, the Explore Air 2.
@PatiPerez3 жыл бұрын
@@AngieHolden thank you!!
@tiffanythiel11874 жыл бұрын
so, are you letting the cricut think you're using the blade it tells you to use while using the knife blade instead or are you setting the setting to something that tells you to use the knife blade?
@AngieHolden4 жыл бұрын
Totally not sure what you are asking. The Maker you have to add the blade it asks for. You can click "edit tools" and change to a different tool before cutting though.
@marne92125 жыл бұрын
Hello, I would like to know if did you used the Cricut explore air or explore 2 . I want to know because I have the explore air thanks for class
@AngieHolden5 жыл бұрын
I used the explore air 2. It should be the same for this purpose, however.
@ymm4244 жыл бұрын
It was very helpful to see your comparisons of machines, leathers, and blades. Thank you.
@AngieHolden4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@whoizdjtopcatanywae_9-92 жыл бұрын
Much appreciated
@laryssagobets41734 жыл бұрын
Your videos are go good and help me understand so much about the Cricut. I did try to cut the Cricut metallic leather with the knife blade on the maker and it said it needed the deep cut blade but would not let me change tools do you have any idea why?
@AngieHolden4 жыл бұрын
So weird! I would just pick another type of leather than and change the tool.
@marcsenteney31604 жыл бұрын
Will the Maker cut heavier leather? Like 8-9 oz.? And what cutter should be used?
@AngieHolden4 жыл бұрын
It will cut tooling leather and I would say that would be around that weight. I would use the tooling leather setting with the Maker and the knife blade to cut that.
@gotwardrobe4 жыл бұрын
Can you explain about the adhesive? I would be hesitant to put the leather face down on this as I would be afraid it would damage my leather by adhering to it.
@AngieHolden4 жыл бұрын
The mats have an adhesive but it doesn't harm anything. Putting the other side down will ruin your mat VERY quickly.
@gregmccaddon6077Ай бұрын
@gotwardrobe, I know this is old, but test a scrap piece is the key. All adhesives leave a residue which will affect how the leather will take the dye. I can't imagine an adhesive strong enough to hold leather on a mat for cutting is going to have less affect. My thought process is to tape down the flesh side to place on the mat, and keep the grain side up. I'll be trying this soon for a scout project.
@wayneb20693 ай бұрын
i try never to use "genuine leather" due to its inferior nature, will this cut veggie tanned leather, if so, up to what thickness in oz or mm?
@AngieHolden3 ай бұрын
I have cut thick leather with a Cricut Maker. I find the other machines do not have enough power for those.
@gregmccaddon6077Ай бұрын
The Maker with the knife blade is marketed as will cut up to 2mm (4-5 oz).
@jeremywatterson95944 жыл бұрын
Will it cut thicker leather?
@AngieHolden4 жыл бұрын
The Maker will go thicker.
@jamminInTheHood9984 жыл бұрын
Can you use a knife blade to cut genuine thick leather on a Cricut Explore Air?
@AngieHolden4 жыл бұрын
No the knife blade only works with the Maker.
@Theredheadguru4 жыл бұрын
If you have the cricut maker would you recommend the knife blade over the deep point blade? Or should I get both blades?
@AngieHolden4 жыл бұрын
I like the knife blade way better.
@Theredheadguru4 жыл бұрын
Angie Holden great! I just ordered the knife blade :)
@AngieHolden4 жыл бұрын
You will love it!
@petermazza86564 жыл бұрын
hi Angie, what is the best way to cut wool, wool blend with either polyester or rayon? the wool will be from fabric store and not the Cricut wool. I am trying to make letters to sew on to sweaters and banners and want to use better quality wool than the really thin and "cheap feel" version. I am on the fence about purchasing a cricut maker. I use a laser cutter but the edges get burnt as to be expected. Thank you for your guidance!
@AngieHolden4 жыл бұрын
I have used my Maker and rotary blade for something similar. The edges are definitely not perfect as with a laser cutter. They will be slightly fuzzy.
@petermazza86564 жыл бұрын
@@AngieHolden thank you for prompt response!
@jamminInTheHood9984 жыл бұрын
Can I emboss / engrave leather with my cricut explore air?
@AngieHolden4 жыл бұрын
No. The Explore will not do this.
@cindyross41103 жыл бұрын
I used the scoring pen to emboss some thin tooling leather. Maybe not recommended but worked great.
@princehayford473 жыл бұрын
Please can this machine cut straight line
@AngieHolden3 жыл бұрын
Yes.
@princehayford473 жыл бұрын
@@AngieHolden please can I use this machine for shoemaker work
@AngieHolden3 жыл бұрын
I am not sure. Sorry.
@princehayford473 жыл бұрын
@@AngieHolden ok thanks
@supermario79564 жыл бұрын
New subscriber....my hobby is leather crafting 🥰
@AngieHolden4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for subbing!
@supermario79564 жыл бұрын
Angie Holden anything for leather crafters or diy crafting I do my best to support 😎
@kimpinnex62564 жыл бұрын
Was the leather from hobby lobby the thicker leather you buy in the scrap bag
@AngieHolden4 жыл бұрын
Yes it was!
@fashionLafied4 жыл бұрын
I recently tried cutting my leather with my maker and I had calibrated it right before my cut and my Cricut started cutting my pattern pieces overlap. it was not set up this way in design space. do you know why it would do this or how to prevent this from happening?
@AngieHolden4 жыл бұрын
Was it moving? Leather has a tendency to move on the mat and then it does all sorts of crazy things. Also did you move your star wheels over? They might have been creating a drag which messes up the placement.
@fashionLafied4 жыл бұрын
It was not moving. I had sides taped down. And the wheels were off to the side
@AngieHolden4 жыл бұрын
Hmmm. I would try cutting the same project out of some paper to see if it happens when you cut paper. That would narrow it down to your machine/project or an issue just with leather.
@fashionLafied4 жыл бұрын
I cut another project in vinyl yesterday no problem. I’m going to try the same project in a different leather. Thanks!
@AngieHolden4 жыл бұрын
It has to be something with the leather then. What size is the leather sheet? Try cutting it down to just 11 inches wide so there is no drag on the white rollers that run off to the side now.
@emmalibs05104 жыл бұрын
Sorry I couldn't understand what you were saying when you said to trick the rotary blade with a heavy ?? keep missing that word
@AngieHolden4 жыл бұрын
Heavy fabric setting.
@rhondabirchfield1558 Жыл бұрын
Can you cut the leather from the dollar tree to
@AngieHolden Жыл бұрын
I have not but I am sure it works the same.
@rhondabirchfield1558 Жыл бұрын
Ok, thanks
@geenaholdcraft16714 жыл бұрын
When you enter the material you can adjust the pressure, I cut leather with more pressure and it still didn’t cut all the way through :(
@AngieHolden4 жыл бұрын
There are different settings for different types of leather.
@sfkid574 жыл бұрын
I have working with leather for a while now, There is vegetable tanned leather and Chrome tanned leather, There is also different qualities of leather the piece you tried to cut was not a very good quality leather. I saw another video of a woman who used shelving and he saw of to put down to hold the leather on the mats.
@Artofeverything143 жыл бұрын
My leather just keeps moving and ruining the cuts.
@AngieHolden3 жыл бұрын
It is not down on the mat well. Use a purple mat and press it down really well. If the mat is old, you may need a new one.
@michellee89134 жыл бұрын
Maybe if leather was nice side up it would cut better on sraps it would stick better
@AngieHolden4 жыл бұрын
It will ruin your mat if it is good side up. You can do a few tricks but they are hit or miss or whether they work or not.
@judytomblin35945 жыл бұрын
You need an extra strong mat!
@AngieHolden5 жыл бұрын
Pretty much!
@stephenwhitton49024 жыл бұрын
Two different types of leather so hardly a fair comparison.