BOOTMAKER MAKING PENNYLOAFERS | VLOG #3

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[@BrianTheBootmaker]

Thank you ALL who watch vlogs. You guys are the best 🙏❤️

[@manuhari3747]

Your videos are 🖒

[@jonnylaplata4280]

Word up homie.

[@danielwilson6529]

Love your videos! I’ve subscribed, thanks 🙏🏻 Brian 🇬🇧❤️

[@michaelmiceli2918]

It well and truly gladdens my heart to see you keep a vital and valuable trade alive God willing you will live until all the plastic shoes have died

[@steventrosiek2623]

No, you are the best

[@bzvv88]

I like your videos ‘cause they’re pretty chill. Your an artisan in a trade almost swallowed up by crocs and Nike’s.... keep it up!

[@andrewmartinez6991]

I honestly have no interest in shoe and boot making, but ever since I found your videos about a rear ago I’ve watched them all and when you recently started posting again I was really excited. Your work is extraordinary and I look forward to your new videos every week!

[@AMARUT180]

Same here! I have NO interest in shoes but find these videos so theraputic my blood pressure is down considerably.

[@stewie65au]

Andrew Martinez yeh same here, I’m am now hooked.

[@angelvip2474]

Andrew Martinez I was thinking the same thing. His videos are so at addicting

[@aueret]

Same here (Berlin/Germany)

[@mossamossawi2947]

شكراً على المعلومات

[@dirtsmiles8098]

I’m sure boot making seems easy to you but for the rest of us it is like magic. Love the videos

[@AMARUT180]

I cant fall asleep without watching one of your videos & I have also noticed my blood pressure is also down 24 points to 142/94 immediatley after watching. Thank you, and please dont stop creating, you may end up killing me. God Bless.

[@malcolmporter4771]

I always enjoy watching your videos. The ability to make or scale patterns is an art very few have in the cobbler business. For a young man who enjoys his work and does a great job at it, I have the utmost respect. Keep the videos coming!!!

[@FRSpirits]

Awesome work! I consider you an artist above all else. I can't wait to see the final piece.

[@Edwin5467]

Can’t wait to see the end result 👍🏼

[@richardthomas3417]

Hi Brian, thanks for the excellent videos !!! I really like seeing the shoe being made from scratch to finish. Craftsmanship at its best... Thanks Brian.....rich

[@johnnybravo619]

Digging the overalls..... Very traditional, I wish more people would wear them.... Keep up the amazing work!

[@scottthomas6765]

Those excellent exacto knife skills would be a waste if you got the expensive computer equipment...keep up the great work bro

[@edyue1]

Brian, what shoes DON'T you make? :) These must have cost a fortune (just the time alone to make the pattern with the right proportions?) I teach Geometry and this would be a super complicated dilation problem for me let alone the students. I've watched dozens of boot/shoe repair/making videos and yours are by far the most interesting, down to earth, real and the clarity/format is incomparable.

[@davepelfrey3958]

I really enjoy your video's, it shows either how a shoe or boot comes to life. Or, how a shoe or boot is given a new life, so to speak. Mostly it is very interesting work, at least for me.

[@SKOOLBOYGAM3R]

I came across your youtube channel while searching how to repair the soles on my boots. I don’t think I will be able to fix my boots but I am glad I found your channel, I really enjoy all your videos.

[@Moises-pp7nf]

I enjoy watching your videos. I am getting a few tips on how to make a pair of shoes/boots from your videos. I myself like repairing my own leather sole shoes. Bought an outsole stitcher off of eBay for a couple of bucks, and when I mean a couple of bucks, I mean $40 dollars for an outsole stitcher. Yes, $40 for an outsole stitcher. The machine was seized by the old oil, sprayed it down with some mineral spirits, let it dry, and oiled it. Works like a charm. I want to learn more about how to make shoes, I find it very artisanal and relaxing.

[@averyhartvigson4893]

Would be interested in seeing a cowboy boot resole.

[@alexanderlopez4357]

Congratulations from chile, I love your videos

[@rizkiaditia7611]

Wow it's awesome brian but i always try making pennyloafer but always failed ! cuz i don't how to be good shoe pattern. Trust me , making shoe pattern very very hard. 😭😭😭

[@billfear1]

Brian. I watch thousands of videos on KZbin. This channel is by far the most genuine. You have a great smile, tons of enthusiasm and you clearly have great passion in what you do..Keep it going buddy, you deserve all the accolades you receive!

[@josh_prada]

Amazing craftsmanship. I'm a linguistics professor. Never made a boot in my life, but watching this is so inspiring. Keep up the great work.

[@dannyp8292]

Brian I enjoy how humble you are about your art. I know that is taken you years to get where you are, but I am grateful you keep moving towards better. Most everyone mentions how chill your videos are. I think I like the intensity of your focus to produce quality. Thank you for leaving mediocre in the dust. Keep running toward Amazing!!

[@jssantosmd1]

“...and right now your boy can’t afford that...;” you and I both brother!

[@TheGamer-ux2lr]

Always a pleasure to watch a craftsman at work. Thanks for posting.

[@gunslinger11bravo]

It's a true pleasure watching a real craftsman at work. I could watch your videos for hours.

[@yhonhator6833]

Algún día me gustaría tener un calzado tuyo eres muy profesional te felicito

[@85ZERO17]

BRIAN HOW MUCH DOES THE PROGRAM COST THAT YOU NEED?

[@joaquin-jacknava2696]

Thanks Brian for sharing your craftsmanship with us. I enjoy watching all your videos.

[@ianmedium]

Working mans hands, something to be very proud of!

[@gogostyle33]

Your craft is absolutely amazing! You do such beautiful work and the details that you put into your craft is awesome.

[@Baudelio7]

Excited to see your channel grow man.

[@davidvelazquez5460]

Greetings from Corpus Christi, TX. Incredible vlog. The passion and effort you put into your craft/art is inspiring. Well done.

[@j0rdo1js]

Totally captivated since I seen the first video come up in my feed . awesome job dope shit . makes me wanna learn that skill .You're definitely an artist .

[@colerumford8480]

Thanks for the video buddy, it definitely made my Monday easier. Keep up the awesome work

[@bwayne40004]

Thank you for posting more regularly and I look forward to a part 2 on these loafers.

[@stevemalone2010]

Much more enjoyable to watch than the “impeachment” process. Keep ‘em coming Brian!

[@robertweigandt9449]

Great video it is cool that there are still hand made boots in the 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@jaybeezy5429]

Great video as usual. Thanks for the glimpse into your trade.

[@NathanYoko]

Thanks for trying this vlog... It was cool to see the entire process. Looking forward to the next part.

[@audiotechnica4569]

I love your vids is like watching porn lmao saludos from NYC

[@HansImWald]

Your videos are very relaxing and informative. Also we are able to learn something about an atrisanry in times where people only wear colourful sneaker.

[@burnnfly]

Nicely shot video, very interesting - Hoping for part two.

[@stationbox]

Super cool stuff. Thank you for posting.

[@nikahopper2178]

Love to hear I’m not the only one having problems scaling patterns in illustrator. Great vlog love seeing you put together a pattern. I’m an novice so this is fun.

[@miker252]

I love watching you work. This is the first video where I've heard you talking, I new you'd be a cool dude.

[@airborneSGT]

Amazing!! Excellent craftsmanship and attention to detail.

[@Damu187357]

Love the work you do .... You are an artist that knows his craftsmanship ..... What you do is a lost art, and to see it .... in the hands of someone with youth on his side and skills ..... I have hope that you will carry the tradition on shoe making .... Please provide an address .... Coming to L.A. from Dallas in June and need a pair of boots worked on .... So proud of you .... And your hat ... Will be your trademark

[@rickr9055]

To the end man, I love your videos. Keep making them as long as it is fun.

[@AREA-sj4ec]

i love the video's keep it up. much love from Oregon.

[@Graveltrucking]

Its never boring watching a man perform his craft.

[@chidrole]

👍🇨🇦

[@gabocortes483]

Esos mocasines quedarán extraordinarios, arte y solo arte!

[@alexandergaray6320]

Awesome ! The hole vibe you got going on is cool very nice work chill music humble beginnings I can respect that .

[@joe_riva]

Love this video, really good craftsmanship shown.

[@AdamQ80]

I enjoy these behind the scenes videos just as much as the more heavily edited videos. Just can’t get enough. Great job Brian!

[@martin4374]

Man, I live all the way out in Hawaii, and I never EVER thought I'd be subscribed to, and watching some dude design and build boots!

[@Motoroxido]

Nice work, well done, I like the fact the you show all the process from beginning to end.

[@WELDERMADEHEADBANDS]

Great work Brian , I’m sure many people would agree with me calling you a Master at your trade.

[@drewbaby299]

As someone who just got into wearing better quality shoes, used to wear athletic shoes out, I really enjoy watching your craft. Makes me appreciate well made things more. Your vids are also very soothing.

[@dannysantos1266]

That was informative and RELAXING. ✌🏽

[@hermyherm365]

To me what you do is art ! I love old leather boots old leather anything! Ha !! Thanks for the vids señor ! I always enjoy watching them

[@grumblekin]

This is cool. So so very very cool. Can't wait to see more!

[@surfing636]

It’s good to see the extra behind the scenes work that goes into creating footwear! Pattern work looks hard, its where it starts

[@woodsweezell7596]

Love watching the process. And your talent.

[@pamelanadel3787]

Metric Brian? Really? Smarty pants. Your loafers look so comfortable. I'm a ladies 8.5 😂 Thank you. Another great video.

[@mihaelark6107]

GJ, salut from Croatia! 💪❤️❤️🤗✌️

[@Peachwood_]

Hello Brian, can you explain the major differences the customer can expect between a full leather sole vs RC rubber sole? IE comfort, grip, durability, time till next resole, etc. ~Proud Owner of RCM-42

[@lisahodges8299]

Meticulous.. It reminds me of my former job - seamstress. I am intrigued by his sewing machines, they clearly are close to 80 years old in design. I keep wanting to reblock his hat trying to keep the character of it but replacing the hatband. Birdy

[@iainmceachran321]

You said in the video that you wonder why so many watch them! Seeing a talented guy make and repair foot ware is what I like. I like making things , so many different things I have made. If only computers etc were available to Joe public when I was making stuff then I may have used this (KZbin) to pass on my skills. Keep up the good Brian.

[@monomille1]

Your journey is interesting. When I researched my family history I found that when the first of my family name came from England to New England way back he was listed as a “cordwainer” - a shoemaker. That was and still is a very skilled endeavor as you show. I’ve made or fixed practically everything throughout my life but I’ve yet to make myself shoes. Seeing your work you have inspired me to give it a try. Thanks and best of luck as you move forward.

[@barbaraortiz3001]

Brian the difference in YOUR videos is that you put your heart into doing what you love and that special magic is what captivates us all. Watching an artist do what he loves, I pray more young people have the opportunity to view your videos and become inspired to bring back this great but dying art back... so proud of you Brian and how you’ve chosen to live your life...Bendiciones mijo

[@eleven.eastgate.twelve967]

Give thanks for showing us a glimpse of Cobbler life. P.S. How/why did you come up with the name "Role Club?" #RoleClub

[@richr7604]

I think what you do is amazing!! You don't see too many boot/ shoemakers around like you did back in the 50's to 80's. With the advent of online merchandising necessary trades are being lost. Thank you for sharing your skills and time with us.

[@bigem67]

I really enjoy watching what you do. I am particularly interested in the resoling that you do. I have wondered about having my Twisted X work boots done, and was thinking for shipping them to you.

[@TheNunakun]

A traditional artisan in classic overalls and hat working on a boot pattern using a modern PC & scanner - a strange sight to see. Your boot videos portray such solid old-school methods that I forget that we're in 2019. Elated and interesting!

[@varun009]

Hey, Brian, I know it's a bit too much to ask but do you think you could do a boot making series detailing the processes, methods, techniques, as well as materials and tools used? I'm sorry if its too much. I've wanted to stard a boot making company here in India since we don't get quality boots here but the only decent class I've found is in Chicago and costs $4,000. I'm not sure I can even get a visa let alone afford the class. I love your videos and I'm sad I only subscribed within the last two weeks or so.

[@narimanmussayev2561]

Brian, thank you very much for sharing your experience with us! Do you plan to make second part of this video? It’s so interesting and useful. I got some tips from you

[@davemurrell2366]

You can draw and scale your patterns in Adobe illustrator. Its vector imaging. With rulers built in. Id be happy to help you draw some up possibly.

[@ThatFigureSkaterZamboniGirl]

Your videos are the first TV/screentime my slightly older than two year old daughter has been allowed to watch. She is as fascinated as I am, and she says she wants to learn how to do it too. She has always been obsessed with nice shoes, so maybe she will one day. She begs to watch you working for hours. My background is fashion design, corsetry, and costuming besides upholstering too, so lots of sewing and problem solving like I see in your videos but of course a bit different although I also love and use anttique machines and attachments. Your stitching is so impressive to me, and I can see you've had many, many, many hours of work to get to that point. If the machines weren't so big an investment I'd love to try learning more about boot and shoe making one day.

[@Z71Ranger]

That is Amazing... Great Video... I'm just starting to get into Leather Crafts...

[@GS-st9ns]

I not only like your craft because I know what it took for you to get there at least I think I know, but I like your personality I like the way you are so calm and patient and creative oh. Did you make those penny loafers out of your head? You went and made a raw pattern at Staples. Who does that oh, nobody. That's an art form that you can't say enough about. Such a young man gets into this business and still has humility and so much equipment. I have students who would love to see your videos. I am a subscriber now and when I look at all of the shoes I own oh, you know how we women are, I value them more because I see their potential and I see their origin.

[@mickeyflowers]

Great work, there are ways to do this in a 3D computer model and then do the flat pattern from the model (that's how typical parts are made in sheetmetal). Then you could scale this to any size and print it in minutes. You learned Illustrator to do this and 3D CAD programs are similar to learn. Just a suggestion, hit me up if you're interested in learning more.

[@robertoruiz7069]

I liked that you scale stuff. i just subscribed been watching you for a while along with Steve at bedos leather works,and a few more. i don't do shoes but like the craftsmanship. i worked on cars and computers. doing patterns is harder that it looks.there is a bit of trial and error correcting.Think about sheet metal workers,they do that but on tin metal. great work.

[@edyue1]

How much precision is required in cutting, measuring the parts? I'm guessing that if you're off when measuring the lining pieces and the shell, it won't fit correctly (too small too large)? Or do you know tricks on making the final product come together that doesn't look all misshapen or out of proportion?

[@AlejandroGarcia-my7hb]

9:43. Its nice to make it clear. And whoever is on here is bcuz u want to. No negative vibes. Keep up da good wrk brian. Saludos desde phoenix,az

[@cloud9847]

Honestly bud, I'm not so sure that we're (the internet) more interested in what you do as we are interested in watching someone at a trade that shows high skill level. It's interesting, sure but i'm more fascinated with the time and skill involved. How much would one of these penny loafers go for at your store? A good pair of boots?

[@gingernuttall401]

Love, love, LOVE your artisanry. What beauty and meditation in your attention to detail. Love the vintage overalls, and hats. Are the shirts vintage too?

[@dan69golf]

Artist. Wow. From a office depot to a penny lofer. Would like to see completed lofers. Are those for order. Amazing job.

[@rockyvance5449]

It interesting as hell to watch you.. I thought your trade was a dying breed.. Keep it up buddy maybe someone will continue the trade with you. The younger generation has know idea..

[@marklion315]

Instead of buying illustrator try using photopea(dot)com, it does what photoshop does and it's free and inbrowser, no need to buy or install anything.

[@ederhuamani6884]

Brian. I really like your videos. I' m from Peru. What can i do in order to get a pair of your boots? They're simply great. Please

[@TheOrganiclady]

So interesting. I wonder how you got started with creating footwear. . Your loafers look like competition for Tod's. ; )

[@MendozaTJ]

Thanks Brian for the videos. Question: Why do you use metric? Is it because is easier to scale up/down and covert to different size?

[@UncleRobbop]

Just wondering how expensive the program is that your unable to afford to purchase is? I also would like to donate to Patreon or something like that to be able to assist you

[@jdssurf]

I go to LA quite a bit, do you have stuff for sale in your shop? Either way I would love to come see the shop, and I gotta go eat at that Fuji place. Best wishes man.

[@carolmccorry3053]

Brian, great vlog and beautiful work. Just found your channel and suscribed

[@helmutp.975]

I like the work you doing but grading from full size to full size is 8,46 mm, in shoe business this is important

[@sharpgirlsSerious]

You are extremely TALENTED, where is the video showing the finished shoe

[@XAVIERCUERVO]

i have my respect and my subscription just to think how may times you must have cut your fingers learning how to use the sharp knife WOW keep it up hermano

[@diama_ntidis]

the holes for the stitching in the front have to be 4mm (on the top side) in distance and 6mm (on the down side) so when you go to stitch it by hand the leather gathers more material in the down side (the top/down holes when stiched come in perfect place) sorry for broken english

[@1979augistine]

Living in a society that is so throw away mass produced items , there is lots of people who love hand produced items such as boots or other items that can be used more then once and that can be handed down it's so enjoyable to see someone who still cares and loves what he does . To me this is relaxing and peaceful thanks my man keep it up