Making a badass sewing toolbelt after Moiraine’s belt | Leatherworking Adventures

[@rosebud5221]

*Bernadette, with unparalleled elegance and delicacy, brutally hammers a billion markings into the leather*

[@De_Elias]

I love this community so much. Rachel Maksy: "I want a belt like this, so I'll buy one in the thrift store and alter it. Work smarter, not harder, ya know" Bernadette: "Hold my raw leather"

[@felicitygee381]

😂

[@kathleenwest1463]

And both approaches are valid and awesome!

[@m.maclellan7147]

@NicoleRudolph enters the chat wearing handmade leather shoes......did someone say, "Bad Ass"?!

[@treeflamingo]

Morgan Donner: but can you make it out of a circle?!?

[@damogranheart5521]

@@treeflamingo Good one!🤣

[@jennischimmels7442]

Oh no, I feel myself wanting to learn leather-working now, I don't need another hobby! Seriously though, that turned out gorgeous, and it's such a useful piece too.

[@InkanSpider]

Do it! As a leatherworker, I tell you it's so much fun and things made of leather are so durable and practical

[@MirrorscapeDC]

yes, *same.* but there is never time :(

[@bigbird4481]

Does she have a Patreon, like how are you here 21 hours ago

[@InkanSpider]

@@MirrorscapeDC The bane of everyone's existence :(

[@felicitygee381]

I don't need another hobby... I don't need another hobby... I don't need another hobby🙇‍♀️

[@francinebabineau3133]

As a journeyman leather crafter I have to say you did a fantastic job for your first piece. The rivets were placed with a lot of thought and would be how I would have done it. While not necessary, Double cap rivets, which you used, can be set to have a more round finish over a flat one with a rivet setter and special anvil. Using these tools will also give your piece more play at the fulcrum while still holding fast. There are also tools to make the long buckle hole as well as cut the end into the pointed shape. These tools are no necessary either, they just streamline the process, you did fantastic with the tools you did use. If I were to give you any tips it would be to tool over a very hard surface (like a flat stone) with a single consistent hit per stamped shape for consistency of depth. Always dye before adding your findings, you may find over time the spots that did not get dye on both sides will fade over time and use faster than instances where the dye permeated the leather from both sides.

[@blueocean43]

For someone who saw this and now wants to give leatherworking a try, what tools would you say are essential for starting out? And are there any particular features you would suggest looking for above just whatever version is the cheapest available? Any beginners sets you would particularly recommend?

[@Taliesin6]

also i would recommend having a separate sacrificial surface to use your punches on. Keeping your main work surface smooth will save much trouble later on. Just imagine your fabric getting snagged by splinters every time you use it ugh. Edit: nvm, turns out she was using a thick cutting board all along.

[@francinebabineau3133]

@@blueocean43 I hope you get into the craft and love it! As for beginners tools I do infact have many recommendations I am more than happy to share. A leather punch set is a must, there are sets available where you can change the punch head to a different size and have only a single handle, those sets are fantastic for beginners because of the price and versatility. Once you do start to favor particular sizes in your work I would recommend obtaining said sizes in solid piece punches. I would avoid those plier like belt punches, they do not make good consistent holes for very long. The punch itself on those wears down quickly by design and will not remain sharp with prolonged use, thus tearing into the leather and frankly making ugly holes. A sharp craft knife is also highly recommend as they are perfect for shorter cuts, as for long strips a rotary cutter from the fabric store is an amazingly good tool that is not hard to find or maintain, pair with a good straight edge. (Please mind your fingers when using sharp tools!) A cutting mat is an often over looked tool, again the quilt section of the store comes in handy here, pick an appropriate size for your work area. A slightly more strange recommendation is a dedicated cutting board for your punch tools, they sell thick cheep plastic boards that are just a few inches in size that are lovely. I keep one in my travel kit for quick repairs and keep a much larger one in my work shop. Miss Banner did not use a setting tool in this video but I would recommend one if you are wanting to obtain convex double cap rivets but over all is not necessary to get the job done. If tooling and stamping is something that you are wishing to dive into leather shops such as Tandy Leather factory, in the USA, make fantastic starters kits which typically come with the materials for a few beginner friendly projects as well as an instructional pamphlet explaining the process of tooling in much more depth. Sewing leather is a much different process than sewing cloth, several charming tutorials can be found to show you the process. I personally favor solid needles over flats, it is a matter of preference however so please experiment until you find what sits well with you. A skiving tool is the tool Miss Banner used to obtain those lovely curved edges to her belt, many skiving tools have the handle also being the burnishing tool which I find to be a lovely addition to any beginner or travel kit. That concludes my recommended beginner tools, you can always dive deeper into certain aspects as you explore the craft and fill out your tools as needed. A lot of leather crafting is to do with your own comfort when using said tools so please branch down the paths that resonate with you and take care when using sharp tools and dyes.

[@kmf634]

Maybe consider finishing your wonderful belt with Fiebings Atom Wax, or at the very least, some cream leather polish in black or neutral, to protect the leather, but also to protect "you" from the dye rubbing off on your clothing or moisture hitting that belt. You know, those dreadful accidents when you splash a drop of champagne out of your glass and onto your good self. Edited to say: I'd also give that belt a good rub with a white cloth, until no further dye comes off the leather before waxing or polishing.

[@alexquest6217]

@@francinebabineau3133 I’ve also recently gotten into leather work ahaha and I’m also unsure of what tools to get to make nice pieces. What are your thoughts on leather edge creasers? Do you think they’re essential, especially since I feel they’ll give you a nice finish, as well as a guide to sew along if you want to saddle stitch 2 pieces of leather together? I’m looking to make like wallets and bags (-:

[@Chibihugs]

I mean who wouldn't want to be a badass maker who tackles their adventures with their tools housed in a hand made double belted harness!! This is the level of crafty and delicious extra I hope to aspire to.

[@Darenim]

I want a toolbelt for any house chore tool to be honest. A belt for my dish brush? Not very sanitary but very badass.

[@divinechild16]

We all know she’s probably procrastinating from making the bolero, but she brings procrastinating to a whole new level.

[@gillianmoser2573]

My mother: “The thing with Bernadette is, if there’s a ‘more complicated’ way to do things, that’s the way she’s going to do it.” You always go the extra mile to get these *perfect* results! Also, I have a chatelaine because of you, I can’t justify an epic scissor sheath too!! Or can I……? 😂

[@merrylty7632]

You can, or rather... you SHOULD!!

[@damogranheart5521]

But of course!

[@rachelclark6393]

I love how your mother says this like Bernadette grew up next door to you dragging you into precisely extra adventures.

[@minagica]

I can't get my mom to watch Bernadette, she doesn't care about sewing like my grandmother and me (and my grandmother doesn't speak English) 😭😭😭

[@K__a__M__I]

"I carry two sets of scissors. One is for the projects I come up with in the Wild, one of steel for the ones I research in the cities of stone. Both are for Monster Projects." Bernadette Banner is: *The Stitcher*

[@bhronnyhill9354]

Looks really good! If you plan on some future leather projects, here is a few tips: It's a lot easier to dye and seal before adding hardware and assembling. It's very important to put a top coat sealant on after dying, especially if you're dying the back side, or else you risk the dye rubbing off onto your clothes. Once it gets onto fabric, it will NOT come out.

[@lowercase_ash]

Whoo hoping she sees this!!! Her clothes are too awesome

[@aleka..]

+1

[@Alice-gr1kb]

^^ just in case

[@carageist1214]

This was so much fun to watch. Well played, Bernadette "BADASS" Banner!

[@lesliesmith6718]

I love how excited we humans can be about pockets.

[@yvonnehugli6918]

But we NEEDS pocketses!

[@helliumballoons7546]

For carrying our trinkets!

[@nielsbosteffens1749]

Me: Your stamping is as precise as a sowing machine. Bernadette: "stamping into the next eternity" Me: A new eternity of badass Bernadette, wow what a time travel!

[@michellegordon6586]

"Sewing " is the correct sspelling ..... tjought uou may like you know.

[@nielsbosteffens1749]

@@michellegordon6586 thanks

[@marjorieroman9591]

Clever!!! Probably this belt is a first training to be able to make that damned "Wheel of time" Moiraine's bolero we're longing for! 😏

[@m1ndyourmanners]

that's what I thought!!

[@Lemugisa]

Hazariel Costumes has an amazing tutorial on youtube on how to make it! It's pretty detailed, so I am gathering materials to reproduce it at some point too :) , so if you are interested in making one, that might be a good place to start!

[@marjorieroman9591]

@@Lemugisa Merci pour l'info, en effet, le tuto d'Hazariel est excellent et en plus c'est une française au superbe accent!!!😋

[@nathanprime2434]

@@Lemugisa Yeah this one, SO AMAZING! kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYnOYntrmcSjh80&ab_channel=HazarielCostumes

[@stephengent9974]

I would recommend adding a conditioner to the leather, dying makes the leather stiff, and dries it somewhat. Also you should remove any excess dye that is on the surface. The back of belts are not dyed. The dye can transfer to your clothes. Before burnishing the edhge of a belt , dampened it a bit. It makes the going easier.

[@rebeccaconaway4533]

For all your lady-of-the-manor- demeanor, seeing you get dirty making something beautiful shows how truly a down-to-earth beautiful person you are . Love the badassness and I hope it never changes.

[@valaineperry]

A proper lady of manor is never afraid to get her hands dirty 😊

[@savinathewhite]

I had something like this for _years_ in Seattle, so that I never had to carry a purse. This looks glorious, and I'm half tempted to go back to using a waist pouch again! If nothing else, I might make one to wear while I work, just so I half my tools at hand. Great job with that leather.

[@bunhelsingslegacy3549]

I've been using a belt pouch thing instead of a purse for years, never going back...

[@trishcouncell2342]

I’m also a belt pouch aficionado. Lately I’ve been stuck on cargo pants from Duluth Traders.

[@LinniuesLinens]

Love it! The only trouble with wearing such things "out" in my neck of the woods is that folks give you side-eye thinking you're carrying a weapon. I had a lovely leather pouch-belt that I wore instead of a purse and thought myself extremely clever, right up until a cashier hit the deck when I reached for my wallet. :(

[@cesialeonalvarez]

Oh noooo

[@DearxMyxSongs]

That says more about our society than anything, we’re just trained to expect violence from a leather pouch 😔

[@mariongrey7853]

rip 👻

[@Vitafiend]

I love in an open carry state so i feel your pain

[@Kehy_ThisNameWasAlreadyTaken]

I just finished a hip bag and you've now put this thought in my head. Hopefully, it's obvious enough it's a fashion piece (as much as I hate that terminology) rather than holster. The black and white checkered belts and pretty, colorful trim that DOES NOT match might help.

[@HalflingSeamstress]

I'm trying to repeat to myself "I do not need another hobby" because now I too want a badass fantasy belt for everyday life! It looks amazing and the construction techniques look so satisfying!

[@Saw_Squatch]

The art of leathercraft and specifically figure carving has been something passed down in my family since my great grandfather. It's always nice to see new folks taking it up.

[@issi.weissengruber]

"not an expert in leather making", creates the most stunning leather belt for future sewing projects. It turned out great is really good work, also it works, if you go on a medieval festival, as a pocket for coins. Amazing work!!

[@sonipitts]

This just confirms my interest in taking up leatherwork. And also in making things that make me feel like a fantasy-protagonist bad-ass 24/7.

[@manub8157]

This might be the perfect project to use my leather stamps that I purchased because I wanted to try out leather work. And I need a belt like this because of reasons :)

[@thaqueenofchaos1]

Same! I once purchased leatherworking tools for a project which was WAAAAAYY above my skill level. Which I figured out after actually researching leather working (and purchasing already dyed leather not suited for stamping and stuff). This might be just the thing to get started on leather working

[@damogranheart5521]

@@thaqueenofchaos1 Blessings on your endeavours!

[@raybennett5109]

I appreciate how you didn’t “protect” your work surface. That’s what a work surface is for. I can look at my 30 year old table and see a visual history of every project I’ve done.

[@YetAnotherJenn]

Same. ❤️

[@Mikoo85]

I agree... but also I was like: "oh noo, poor table!" 😨😅🤦‍♀️

[@paigecunningham]

I was thinking that too at first, but I think she's actually using a large butcher block cutting board over the normal table surface. You can see them both at a couple points. One example is around 9:33.

[@claricemilan6975]

This had me panicked too until I saw the edge of the block..

[@mikestevens4260]

Yes. Butcher block. 3:00 to 3:07

[@kathilisi3019]

When Bernadette says "into the next eternity" it doesn't sound like an exaggeration, but rather like proof that she is an immortal time-traveller.

[@ChristopherKemsley]

That belt looks really good, really nice, /and/ really useful! My wife was commenting "I made a leather belt once and we did the exact same process!" followed soon by "she makes it looks so fast, but that takes a freaking long time." Apparently, through the magic of editing, you've managed to make it look much, much faster and easier than it actually is :)

[@catherinejustcatherine1778]

Bernadette Banner is fantastic at that. Hours, even days-long processes turned into short beautiful films.

[@seanmcgcostumes]

Oh man, this viscerally took me back to Cub Scouts/a brief stint in Boy Scouts, because we did sooooo much leather tooling for projects. I haven't thought of that in at least 15 years, but we used these same exact tools and I absolutely adored it. This really makes me want to go buy a bunch of leather working tools and make things again! It'd be great to jazz up things I could get regular use out of, but it'd also be a great skill to relearn for cosplays. Thanks for the inspiration, Bernadette. 🙂

[@RedCoyote]

"Stamping into the next eternity" is a leatherworking mood. If it's not stamping, it's punching stitch holes.

[@nanjecm]

I can see why you enjoyed making this so much. It turned out amazing. Very functional but also very fun and beautiful.

[@MrsBrit1]

Soooo, a futuristic-historical aes sedai fanny pack. Well played, Bernadette.

[@AmaltheaVimes]

I wear one every day, at home and while out, holding my cell phone, wallet, a tiny pocket knife, chap/lipstick, small random crap, and an extra pencil. I have also made several pouches that I can add on for: camera lens, extra battery, extra knife, snacks, rocks, whatever. I don't know why people don't just do this! It's so practical, and my phone never falls in the toilet, it's safe, even on roller coasters! (yes. I've done this on many occasions!). I use a thin leather for the pouches, embroidering designs in them by hand, and assembling either by hand or sewing machine. I'm glad to see a beautiful, successful and entertaining KZbin creative finally getting in board with this! 💜💜💜✊💪🐌😊 Yaayyyy Bernadette!! Now, to watch the rest of the video.... (my "utility belt", is a strip of medium weight leather, that I tie loosley around my waist/hips, over skirts, dresses, pants or jeans. The leather is soft and never chafes, but is strong enough. It's not belt leather, though you can also use a belt, even out of a woven fabric. For comfort, softness and flexibility are important). I hope you all make your own! :)

[@JeremyNRuiz]

The music, the handiwork, the fantasy-turned-pure-style-function! My heart is so pleased to see the badassery. Killed it Bern!

[@ffotograffydd]

As a leatherworker I have to say I’m impressed, you did a great job! I’d love to see you make more leather items. A few pointers for future reference… leather edges burnish more easily if you dampen them with water, definitely dye before attaching hardware, Chicago screws would probably be better than rivets on this project as they are stronger, buff the dyed leather with a cotton cloth once it’s properly dry to ensure no dye residue transfers to your clothing, and ideally use a leather finish, caranuba cream is your best bet for projects like this one. And nitrile gloves are advised when dyeing leather.

[@kaik7366]

yup! I was yelling the entire time about sealing it up after... with all the time she takes on her clothing can you IMAGINE getting leather dye on all those miles of fabric?

[@gozer87]

Instead of a gunslinger rig, it's a scissorslinger rig. I see story potential here......

[@simonecummings9157]

Or a DnD Gunslinger subclass: The Tailor!

[@E_FoxSnowspirit]

There is nothing that makes me happy like Bernadette’s closed captions lol It is an amazing feeling to make a quick project that might be outside of your box but ends up perfectly suiting your needs! The downside: now I want one too

[@barbarapesquer927]

After the chatelaine chapter, I’m not surprised about this exquisite and useful addition. Congratulations on the fine work. I probably will emulate it… somehow.

[@kroselavy]

The Chatelaine has evolved !! Lovely project

[@SibylleLeon]

I may have said "Bloody hell, that's gorgeous" upwards of 30 times whilst watching this video. You're a genius, Bernadette. This is pure witchcraft ❤

[@HugYourLocalCactus]

when you know that the video is going to be unimaginably glorious before you even finish reading the title, and you like it before the ad is done. Wonderful Bernadette, wonderful.

[@gravemarker]

A note for future leather working projects. Like stamping, you will find burnishing the edges works better if you dampen the leather first. Just a tip for you.

[@marietheotaku94]

it looks so so good! I love the crossing over and the practicality. Very useful and cool looking! (also reminds me of my grandpa he took up leather working when he turned 90, oldest student at the course, made my mom a lovely leather belt)

[@lajoyous1568]

Far more badass than the fannypacks of the 90's. 🤩

[@felicitygee381]

🤦🏻‍♀️ us Brits called them bum bags, for... Ahem.... Reasons... cough 😅

[@lajoyous1568]

@@felicitygee381 Now that you mention it, I think I've heard that before. In the US bum & fanny are the same thing which is different from the UK

[@felicitygee381]

@@lajoyous1568 😁 yes, whilst for us they are front and back🙈🙊

[@abigails5850]

Just have to say, I love your subtitles! A good *bonk, bonk* never fails to make me smile.

[@darlingwater-ev]

this rules and i am HEAVILY tempted to make one for work things myself, with a sheath on one side for my leatherman and pouch on the other side for miscellaneous tie line and tape and sharpie storage, for the days when jeans are simply the worst. i took a leatherworking course at school a year ago but it was mostly glove and moccasin making rather than heavier belt making, so i’m. sorely tempted lol. my only fear is that my lack of hip to waist ratio would make it not work as well lmao. regardless, incredible project!! this turned out so cool

[@amyradbill1836]

Leatherman, tie line, tape, and sharpies? Theater technician? Stage manager? I was just thinking that this would be a great tool belt for theater work. 😃

[@darlingwater-ev]

@@amyradbill1836 hahaha theatre tech! i feel seen lmao. yeah i definitely want one for tech weeks when i need my tools but i want to wear comfy pants that don't have belt loops or adequate pockets lol

[@dianesawyerdooley4424]

@@darlingwater-ev Put suspenders or a Sam Browne belt on it to help support it if you don't have a butt to hold it up.

[@amyradbill1836]

@@darlingwater-ev The tie line was the definitive giveaway! 😂 And yes, this a great tool belt for all the tech jobs!

[@SonsOfLorgar]

With a 20mm-1" width of the belt, it could probably be used with more or less any MOLLE system accessory and pouch.

[@kyaniteice]

As someone who watches your videos with closed captions, I freaking love the 'bonk bonk' for hammering - thank you for bringing a giggle to my day.

[@mylena3086]

I'm at loss for words to describe how stunned I am at this beautiful belt 😍 You're just the coolest person

[@countessa222]

I incorporated the use of a thigh bag a couple of years ago, 😊 best decision I have ever made! You see, I have asthma and tend to misplace my inhaler/purse quite frequently 😅… I now have a bag that I very literally cannot set down lol, I have not misplaced my bag since 😊. 10/10 highly recommend a thigh bag👍

[@ManorandMaker]

So freaking cool. Definitely bad-ass, and useful - and it's just a delight when those intersect. There is a little town not far from us called 'La Tour Blanche', with some castle ruins that are begging for costumed shenanigans.

[@krysab6125]

Ooh, La Tour Blanche (Dordogne/Périgord)? It's lovely there!

[@ManorandMaker]

@@krysab6125 oui, exactement ! It's about a half-hour from us!

[@lucyj8204]

Thank you for the easter eggs in the closed captions. I appreciate your attention to detail and commitment to accessibility!

[@katelynbailey7117]

I'm obsessed with this and I think I need one. Also, can we talk about how great your captioning is because thank you.

[@klarsen1839]

Seriously - I cannot express how much I appreciate youtubers who go the extra mile to not only make their subtitles accurate but entertaining! Yet another example here of Bernadette knocking that out of the park. I love it.

[@ullsi]

The dress and this toolbelt are my favorite things you've made

[@morganleanderblake678]

I have auditory processing difficulties so I always read the CC. Thank you for making it just as tonally charming as the rest.

[@matthodek]

That turned out so well. I love little useful projects. I too find them very good for my sanity amongst the chaos of my larger projects.

[@Draconicrose]

Can we all just appreciate the amount of different skills shown in this video??? Including the videoing and audio itself!

[@StitchingUpChaos]

I love this so much, and definitely need to make something similar now... But if I may make a slight suggestion if there's to be more leatherworking in future? Get a thickish cutting board to have underneath the work when punching or banging in rivets if you don't want your nicer worktable surface to suffer. Leatherworking tools are murder on wood. There's marble blocks you can get but they're super expensive so I just use a cutting board.

[@PaperTiger]

I'm pretty sure she is using a super thick cutting board under the leather for pretty much the entire video - you can see the edge of the board at 4:17 on the right side of the frame, and you can see how thick it is at 7:19

[@Taliesin6]

you are right. i was also thinking she was punching straight on her cutting table and was cringing every time lol.

[@battlebear437]

Thank you Bernadette and Dani (if they’re part of it) for the lovely closed captioning! The ‘scrapey scrapey’ and ‘repeated bonking noises’ plus the descriptive for the music are just great imo!

[@abbydunavan3220]

Move over, 18th century utility pockets! There's a new belt in town! One that I absolutely want to copy!

[@sadurkee5]

Yes! I made myself a pair of 18th c pockets that I wear every day at school (my first year as a classroom teacher and I wanted certain things on me at all times) but they’re not very flattering. But this! Now this would be awesome!

[@anactualpigeon6844]

When I've burnished edges before we would add a little bit of beeswax to it so that it would go smoother and begin to seal the edge. Then apply more and run over it again and it creates a smooth sealed edge.

[@WinePunk]

Make sure you do 2 coats of wax based leather conditioner on the dyed leather to seal the dye and prevent it rubbing on on your clothes. On the inside of the belt you should sand it and get the fuzzies off before sealing. Also seal the pouch and knife. Leather like veg tan needs moisture like our skin to survive. Edit: rub it in well and set aside for 24 hours to cure then dry rub with a horsehair shoe brush and it will smooth the fibers very nicely. Also reburnish the sides after applying beeswax again after dying to really seal the cells and prevent cracking. You’re in the uk and it gets damp there a lot so sealing important when hand dying.h

[@sean8563]

Omg. That is the coolest thing EVER! I could watch you make Wheel of Time inspired things all day, every day. :D

[@Susanfuzz]

It’s always good to have your tools close and convenient :) I have some I’ve added eye screws to so I can wear then on a cord around my neck. No more resting sharp things on my work.

[@maryengleman1514]

Wow that is gorgeous. I who am an elderly lady in an urban area whose daily wardrobe decision is "Royal blue tee and jeans or slightly off-navy tee and jeans?" now intensely want a belt like this to hold drawing and writing materials. A writer bandolier? Must have one! Thanks for another very entertaining and moody venture into sewing for unique style! I strongly suspect that this is not as easy as you made it look, but I sure want to attempt it. Must restrain self to watching new crafts...

[@lorisewsstuff1607]

Lovely! Well done. I would recommend though giving the belt a good cleaning with saddle soap to get any excess dye off. You don't want to lean against some fine white fabric and get a dye stain on it. Also, the saddle soap moisturizes the leather so the finish is less likely to crack. Think of leather like your skin. You put moisturizer on your skin to keep it healthy. Treat your leather the same way and it will stay pretty a lot longer.

[@Alpha_Synergy]

You did really well with this! One thing I would advise for future projects is to follow a fairly simple process for best results: cut each piece, punch any stiching or rivet holes, do any tooling you want, trim the edges, dye, seal the leather, then burnish the edges, all before final assembly. Burnishing before dying will often lead to the edges not absorbing the dye as much.

[@akernis3193]

That belt is so cool! Both practical and really good-looking. I´m continually impressed by just how many things within the garment-making process you´re skilled at.

[@nautilusbelauensis6292]

I'm so here for all the wheel of time content!!

[@simonecummings9157]

I love accessories that keep me out of a purse. I need to invest in some of these tools so I can repair my leather hip pouch- that thing could carry my life if I wanted it to.

[@alexxd2398]

As a leather worker with 9~ years of leather experience, I appreciated this. Despite that, I don’t really know the names of all the tools so that was cool. And the beeswax is one I haven’t done before! The swab for the dye is a completely fantastic invention and I want one. 20/10.

[@sarahlee1960]

Angelus sells the swabs and the dye :)

[@edwardgurney1694]

Nicely done, especially for your first leather project! If you're going to be altering the accessories a lot you might want to replace the rivets with chicago screws- they're basically rivets that screw together rather than being hammered shut, so you can undo them as needed later if you need to without having to drill or grind them out like regular rivets.

[@yvonnehugli6918]

OOh, good reminder! I have some of those! I was going to use my rainbow coloured rivets, but those would be WAY better! I just picked up the leather belting today, lol

[@KarolaTea]

On one hand I'm screaming "THE TABLE!" on the other hand it's nice to see the work that was done on a workbench... Tool belts are awesome, and this one is particularly badass :D

[@TheMotlias]

when I am Dying my leather I lay down a sheet of cling film, lets me not worry about staining the work surface (so not stain other leather) and then clean up is so easily

[@katherinegarlock2249]

She had a wooden cutting board or something similar underneath. I, myself was concerned when I noticed stamps in the wood. :)

[@epiendless1128]

I love how Bernadette's dying on an exquisite cutting board on a lovely desk, while I'm on a woodworking bench, with a bin bag to protect it, and paper roll on top of that, rubber gloves, and the dye bottle in a special holder I made because otherwise I *know* I'm going to knock it over..

[@WayToVibe]

I have something like this for hiking. I use it to carry an emergency kit for if I get lost or if someone gets injured. The amount of stuff a small bag can carry is amazing and I've even been able to fit emergency food rations in there.

[@randomvielleuse527]

Gorgeous project and so useful! I could really have used something like this back in my renaissance performing days. I had a belt, but it wasn't nearly so practical or beautiful. Also, can I just say how much I loved the music you chose??? Wow. Just lovely, and so perfect for your video!

[@pattypartida9111]

This is a gorgeous piece. I especially like the buckle. My daughter likes D&D and dress up on occasions. It would be a great addition to her outfits. Thanks.

[@sharonkatope9885]

Great practical project and was in synchrony with my current thinking. Believe I am heading more in the tool apron direction. To each their own. Beautiful result! Bravo, Bernadette!

[@8Forester]

I am a proud Fanny pack wearer and I get incredible vibes from this convenient belt situation.

[@davidorf3921]

The "thing" that Bernadette uses to put the parallel lines on the belt is called a stitch groover, always use before the beveller so that you have a nice hard edge to guide it

[@iamwindchakra]

So much joy in your voice when talking about this project!

[@aliencat11]

This was so satisfying to watch. It looks amazing and I'm sure it works even better.

[@mojosbigsticks]

I always wear my medieval pouch to festivals - so much easier than a handbag, safer than pockets and more stylish than a bumbag.

[@annbrookens945]

It's very cool; a modern, badass version of a chatalaine. Of course you needed one!

[@charlottethehousegoat5960]

I have been wearing hip pouches, daily, for years. I highly recommend putting the bag low as well. It allows you to move your arms freely, especially when you are walking.

[@claricemilan6975]

Hey I’m a leathercrafter and I was really happy to see your belt making! Did you treat the leather with anything after dying to restore the oils? It’s a really beautiful piece.

[@dorym8045]

The projects that catch your interest and you make a reality continues to amaze me.

[@linzhatterxx]

“If I’m wearing something without pockets” as if Bernadette 2020 Dumpster Fire Pocket Pouch Banner would be caught dead without them

[@judytyler1870]

I found this video at just the right time! My leather working husband can make this and I will be making a cape from dragon fabric for our dragon obsessed grandaughter!

[@thesavingsorceress]

I am beyond overjoyed that you've posted this right now! A leather-crafting kit just came into my possession last week, and I've been very curious about how I could make use of it. You've given me so many amazing ideas!

[@epluribusunum1460]

I like to think that the original artisans who made these costumes which inspire you watch your videos, Bernadette, and that they are as delighted as I am! 👏👏👏👏👏

[@chemkicksbutt]

I just adore (1) Bernadette generally, (2) the Wheel of Time series, and (3) Bernadette's obsession with the Wheel of Time series. This is fantastic.

[@tohma5418]

every time i watch her videos it really feels like she is in the olden days even the background music even her outfit

[@ms-rachel-anne]

On the subject of the scissors, I've always wondered why there's a bit of tartan tied around one side.

[@bellasmith8821]

Probably to let her know which are her current pair that are sharp. And usually sewers (especially if they live with other people) put a bit of fabric on them to say they're fabric scissors so don't use on anything except fabric! But since I think she lives alone I'm going with which are sharpest and she probably just likes the look of tartan

[@Robins-wings]

I always tie something on my current sewing scissors just to let everyone know don't touch or there will be consequences.

[@skp7577]

I have soft fabric on my scissors as a pad to make the metal less harsh against my skin, to stop them rubbing my finger and making it sore when doing a lot of cutting out.

[@threadsandpurrs]

Tying a bit of cloth or ribbon to sewing scissors also makes it easier to distinguish them from general purpose ones, which helps keep the sewing scissors sharp longer.

[@libbykelly2809]

In my case, Both my general and sewing scissors look exactly the same- I just have red fabric on my fabric scissors to make them distinguishable.

[@pamelamays4186]

That tool belt is probably your coolest project yet!✂️✂️✂️✂️

[@ellissardorian7834]

This is oddly relevant to my own belt matters. I have been looking at how to add a leather pouch to the secondhand belt I have obtained, which conveniently has a D-ring I use as a chatelaine for keys.

[@fitzyizgood]

I'm not sure how deeply you would want to get into thicker leather projects (small armor pieces and such) but I've recently found on amazon a Chinese hand cranked leather sewing machine for extremely cheap that penetrates the thickest of leather and there are all sorts of modifications you can make so its well tuned. It makes stitching leather projects so much easier and I think you'd find a wonderful use of it with your projects. You did a lovely job in this video!

[@PlayerClarinet]

As a bonus, your breadboard now has stamping marks that match those on your toolbelt.

[@lianegordon971]

Really laughed at this comment. Plus some black blobs as well. All the rest of us would have just thrown something down (newspaper, old cloth). Bernadette is the queen of making everything look so beautiful.

[@PlayerClarinet]

@@lianegordon971 And given how much care Bernadette takes over so many other things, why didn't she wear gloves during the dyeing process?

[@claudiamastroianni4300]

@@PlayerClarinet My guess: she doesn’t like to use overly modern tools if she can avoid it so disposable gloves are out, and skin cleans off or wears off much easier than dye off non-disposable gloves!

[@PlayerClarinet]

@@claudiamastroianni4300 Yep, good point. Maybe there's a period-appropriate version of gloves she could use.

[@lemmetalkaboutthis]

Your videos are getting more and more unhinged in camera work, humour, and topic and honestly I'm here for it

[@moffajink7626]

It's absolutely stunning and I definitely want one! I am starting week 8 of my 3 year saddler studies on monday. I have a feeling a badass toolbelt is in my near future :D

[@davidjones332]

Is there no end to this woman's talents? As a bloke who can barely sew on a button I am permanently in awe of her creativity.....

[@aerolb]

It is gorgeous! A nice and relaxing little video after a stressful week. Thanks for this little treat!

[@cc6546]

Your channel is one of the few things that keep me going. I love your videos. My mental health isn't great. I want to learn to make clothes. I think it would be a great hobby got me.