DIY LEATHER HELMET - Fantasy Armor Tutorial

[@thedeathmonkey3891]

Am i the only person who doesn’t know how to make anything but is just watching because they thought the helmet looked cool

[@Princearmory]

Thanks for watching!

[@Loan--Wolf]

nope i dont have a creative bone in my body just popped up in my list and i liked the way it looked

[@Skege1000]

You are not alone.

[@NickPaulsen]

My first thought was. I want it in metal. Would really love to give it a try make one.

[@Princearmory]

@@Loan--Wolf Glad to have you

[@LanguiMoreta]

Dude, since you've done this, you'll have to do the whole armor, at least that, right? What do you think others?

[@Princearmory]

Well that is actually the idea. Probably not all in one go, but over the coming months I hope to do most of the parts to a full suit or at least a solid partial suit in this theme, and others in the future

[@kcrubber]

Was wondering where I can get the patterns or the books for the patterns

[@Princearmory]

@@kcrubber academy.princearmory.com

[@kevinbell178]

Yep.i have done the gauntlets, the helmet should be done today, so I'm looking forward to more. I've wanted to learn armor for a long time.

[@corison2058]

Yes please

[@Princearmory]

Hey Folks! It's really great to finally be producing content for our fans, old and new. I'm just now learning how to shoot and edit videos so I'm totally open to input on how I can improve. I've got a lot of videos planned for this year but I'll be doing some fan requests along the way as well so make your voice heard if there's something you really want to learn about, or a project theme I should make a tutorial for, or any questions and I might do some Q&As too.

[@parkerleathergoods9333]

i've watched the vid twice now (and subscribed).. just cannot find the pattern link..

[@parkerleathergoods9333]

subscribe again using my leather page email. no email or links.. I'm not a youtube expert by any stretch. I fine this pretty challenging..

[@MattWeber]

@@parkerleathergoods9333 the email you get from the mailing list sub, has link to the pattern

[@Princearmory]

@@parkerleathergoods9333 I updated the description, you find everything ok?

[@Princearmory]

@@MattWeber Thanks

[@GigoSunna]

I've been making small leatherworking projects for a few years now, gradually moving up to full armor. I'm definitely going to be making a helmet now, and I think I'll attempt snaps (which is so frustrating in fabric I can't even imagine it in leather). Thank you so much for this video, it was really awesome to watch, and the end result is beautiful!

[@Princearmory]

I think the snaps are probably easier in leather thanks to the thickness. good luck

[@Estudiante-musico-con-hobbies]

​@@Princearmory ¿Link? ¿Printer?

[@glenwardgross366]

Man I got to get my leather tools out. All we did in leather class was belts and arm bands. This is the kind of stuff I would of wanted to do. Thank you for making this video. I know how labor intensive it was to make it.

[@isayinyang93]

I am actually already an accomplished leathercrafter, I was just binging your videos for the interesting patterns, the edge patterns and the chill vibes, but actually as I was watching you remind me that I wanted to bevel the edges of the project I was currently doing before painting, so I graved all the things I starting beveling and doing the edges while watching. So just for that I am goinf to subscribe XD thank you for the reminder

[@CelticSamoan]

Thank you for taking the time to show the steps and processes involved. The editing for speeding up, cutting out once the audience has a good idea of a step, and audio was very well done. I especially appreciate your break down of the tools, materials, and equipment involved from the crafting to the tech. Very glad to have seen this come across the front page and happily subscribing to see what else you create! Thank you for sharing the video.

[@Princearmory]

You're very welcome

[@soapygirl5]

I have been a big fan of Prince Armory for years. Now getting to watch you craft is just amazing.

[@Princearmory]

Glad to have you!

[@shaneleizear8950]

Such beautiful and amazing craftsmanship. I’m in the process of making mine and it’s coming along nicely.

[@chaossdragon]

I used to work at Tandy ages ago in my home state of KY before the store shut down. Leather work is therapeutic, and I must say the inclusions of the 'mistakes' really sets this video to the highest standard of "it will happen, you can't avoid it" Bravo! and Simple Beautiful Helmet.

[@Princearmory]

Thanks!

[@kaanbarac5158]

you are so underrated this channel should have much more subs

[@Princearmory]

Thanks much!

[@1oldspider1]

hi, I am so happy to see a video that is slowed down at important time and fast forwarded only when appropriate. I had an accident three years ago and broke my neck and 28 bones in my body and needed a hobby. thanks to people like you I now have on. thank you so much for the video.

[@Princearmory]

Yikes, sorry to hear that but glad I can be of help in some small way!

[@CP4884]

That was a really good video sir. Yesterday was my first time in an Tandy Leather store and it was spectacular. I've never done any leather working of any kind, but i'd really like to get into it. It's such a neat craft that produces artful yet functional and practical products and wears. Thanks for sharing!

[@Princearmory]

Awesome!

[@gatrejo9]

The soothing music along with the steady hammer taps had me nodding off, but I didn't want to miss a single second watching!

[@Coppyrightt]

Finally KZbin recommends a cool video

[@Princearmory]

Thanks!

[@DunerecordsGent]

So this is how Batman made his armour... one of the most enjoying videos I came along in a very long time..what a talent you are, Samuel..

[@Princearmory]

Thanks!

[@JoeChadburn702]

Its my mates birthday comin up and he is an absolute fantasy geek. Luckily for me i am an Orthotic technician and i have access to a template plotter, a 8mm (depth) leather cutting machine with divide settings, and some heavy gauge leather. I will stain and pattern it myself but as for the cutting out. I have a mechanical slave for that. Awesome video non the less. This vid actually stopped me from worrying about what the buy him lol. Thanks. Keep it up mate it looks awesome.

[@Princearmory]

Haha, cool!

[@JoeChadburn702]

@@Princearmory seen as my wage per week is pretty pathetic i may as well use the assets thst are readily available hahahaaa

[@FXBBMIKE]

Your reaction to the mis-hit, cracked me up. Love you work.

[@Mojo-fg7ps]

That looks like Hickup's helmet from HowToTrain Your Dragon!

[@Princearmory]

Yeah a little bit

[@emorcen]

Jawdropping, can't believe the skill, dexterity, dedication and patience to make it all happen. The shooting and editing must've been a nightmare too. Thoroughly enjoyed the video!

[@TheMegalodonGaming]

I love this. I just wish I had access to leatherworking tools in some fashion without just having to commit to buying into the hobby completely without any idea of knowing whether or not I will actually like it. This is super awesome though and you do a really wonderful job making this not just look easy but possible for anyone to learn.

[@Princearmory]

I've been teaching apprentices for years and these are designed exactly for the purpose of teaching people while still being interesting and cool. And I am deliberately making them approachable for those without a lot of tools. You don't even have to tool it. All you need is a hammer and something to cut with and you can make this helmet if you get some leather.

[@sniperoth]

KZbin randomly recommended me one of your videos. I'm not into cosplay or LARPing but I play a lot of video games so I can appreciate finely crafted pieces of armor -- and the stuff you make are exquisite! You are very talented. Can't really support by buying patterns or whatnot (they'll be wasted on me LOL) but I've since subscribed to this channel and shared your videos to everyone I thought might appreciate them.

[@Spetznatz01]

Absolutely loved it! I just bought the pattern and hope to start building one within the month. This helmet has inspired me to break out my leather and tools and start crafting with it again. I may also look to design some body armor to go along with it, thanks much!

[@Princearmory]

Thanks! I will probably design the full suit to go with this over time btw.

[@ginafoster4659]

Thanks.This is totally amazing. I’m pretty crafty but I’m only just starting my leather journey. Totally love this helmet though!

[@rlo5547]

Man! That is a LOT of tedious work! I truly would not have the patience... Great work!

[@Princearmory]

Thanks!

[@sam200046]

at 42:50 I have had full-blown panic attacks from snaps doing this. Think it's completely set and "boom" the little stinker just pops off. What I do is use the bigger line 24 setter first but only give it a light smack. This starts the doming of the inside piece. Then I switch to line 20 setter to drive it home. Works wonders. Trial and error is a huge part of Leatherworking.

[@Princearmory]

Haha, yeah.

[@arielayerdis2468]

The helmet looks amazing I can't wait to try to make one myself and, depending on how hard it is, make some for my boys!

[@ozaki6]

This is high art man..you're gifted,I salute you

[@leestorm]

Lovely work, always liked the look of leather-craft. The video is well thought out, Good descriptive talk through, although I would probably shorten some parts like the paper cutting, and all the bevelling, we don't need to see examples of every piece done, it just makes the video longer and I found that I skipped parts. Looking forward to seeing more though. Thank you for sharing, not wanting the plans but subbed none the less for the show&tell

[@Princearmory]

Thank you

[@mstrauchon]

Beginning leather worker here. This video was incredible. TY for all your hard work!

[@susdude9661]

This video is so wonderful with relaxing background music

[@Princearmory]

Thank you, glad you like it, not everyone digs the tunez

[@AJ-jj9fc]

Came to this channel after seeing Punished Props holster build with Bjorn who mentioned he was moving to come apprentice under you. I absolutely understand why! This build is absolutely top notch. Exciting to binge watch through the rest of your videos :D. Only video / audio tip would be decrease background music volume when you get into explaining something. Around 24:55 is a good example of where narrating and music clashed.

[@Princearmory]

Yeah the video was so long I didn't catch all the audio mishaps. Next one is much better I think.

[@ZakMeow]

What?!? When did you start a KZbin channel?? I have been a HUGE fan of your work for years and have missed seeing them since I deleted my FB. Tutorials from Prince Armory ... am I dreaming?!

[@Princearmory]

I started it several weeks back. pretty new. Glad to have you here!

[@lorick42566]

You are awesome! Keep up the great work!

[@Princearmory]

Thanks!

[@ballisticthreat]

This is awesome! Amazing skills!! The helmet reminds me of the Ebony Helmet from Skyrim, which is one of my favorites!!

[@dwightschrute3862]

I still don’t get why they would make a helmet out of wood

[@jethrodrelimit]

this is absolutely insane fella, ive just started leather crafting and after watching a props video , one of the presenters mentioned your website and i cannot believe your skill,now watching ure tutorials on hear i have got so much inspiration from this video , deffo be watching more, keep em coming, nice one fella good effort

[@Princearmory]

Thanks!

[@camrocian7230]

It looks gorgeous

[@Princearmory]

Thanks!

[@camrocian7230]

No problem!

[@mineskullhd2692]

there is no reason why this vid sould be in my recommended but its by far better than anything i have had in the recommended section so far a suprise to be sure but a welcome one

[@Princearmory]

Something to break up the flow : )

[@thorgarwulfson9269]

love this So trying this with steel!

[@Princearmory]

Awesome, share your pics and progress!

[@willwinn8559]

You can use construction signs ( aluminum ) 😎👍

[@semmarlahcene1473]

excellent job, i like it so much

[@Princearmory]

Thanks!

[@SeareanMoon]

I do love leather working and want to support your channel and encourage the algorithm :p

[@Princearmory]

Thanks : )

[@Pitchblackbones]

HOLY COW. I don't know if you remember at all, but I've been following your work for well over a decade now, @prince! All the way back to the DeviantART days (admittedly I haven't been back there in a LONG time, myself). What has it been now - 15 years? Longer? This is shadowblade6, I used to shoot photography, and I'm SO stoked that you've got a YT account! So freaking awesome, I'm glad that you're still rocking it, just like always!

[@Princearmory]

Hi, yeah, I haven't been on DA in any meaningful way in many many years.

[@xiengprod]

Tandy looks like the Fort Worth location. Awesome video. Now i need to stock up on leather supply.

[@Princearmory]

Yep, its the Ft Worth HQ store. Go buy all the leather things!

[@CorneliusCreations]

Bro, you just answer a world of questions for me. This has to be one of the best leather working tutorials on KZbin. Subscribed! You will be at 100k in a year if you keep doing these!

[@Princearmory]

Only 100K? : )

[@gregorygrubbs4504]

Excellent video, sometimes the ambient music tries to overtake your voice in the middle - end I noticed but its a nice touch all the same.

[@Princearmory]

Yeah I wasn't too sure about audio levels at times, everyone will have different setups, seemed fine on my end but I'll keep it in mind

[@Slackerz]

A true man, goes bit by bit, even showing his mistakes so others can learn from them.

[@Princearmory]

Thanks!

[@Cryo_Cross]

My god... that looks like a revamped Ratholos helmet! :OOOOO

[@Princearmory]

Cool!

[@lizmartinez8042]

God! This is awesome! Great work!!

[@Princearmory]

Thanks!

[@snaebjornah]

love how you show everything in the video, by that i mean how u do every piece and not just do 1 then show them all done, video might be a little longer because of it but i like it that way

[@Princearmory]

Thanks, glad you like it!

[@_.theycallmeb1884]

Idly satisfying the way the blade cut through that leather

[@Princearmory]

Glad you liked it!

[@carlik3974]

Wow dude, your work is really impressive. Just won over a new subscriber.

[@Princearmory]

Thanks!

[@corbeaudejugement]

bless this man for making these videos easy to digest and understand. i wonder if he knows how many people have gotten into leatherworking from his channel?

[@ozelot1175]

how can you dislike this....

[@Princearmory]

No free reach around? Dunno : )

[@PotatoesAssistant]

Ozelot 117 Bc if you watch some historical stuff they’ll say it’s not historically accurate even tho it’s meant to be cool not aciraye

[@shieldceo8917]

saw the thumbnail so decided to check the project as it looked cool. awesome vid/priduct. clicked the website to see other projects and wow. extremely talented dude.

[@ihsankalaz1004]

thank you with work. I cant seem to find the pattern, where is it exactly?

[@toxic143]

eepurl.com/ggEHQf

[@Princearmory]

1)Sub 2)Visit channel Home Page 3) click featured vid, link is in desc there : ) enjoy

[@jayhenry3044]

I just did that and no featured video shows up... what did I do wrong?

[@MattWeber]

@@jayhenry3044 check email after signing up for the email list. link to file is in that email

[@firsttbone]

@@MattWeber anybody else getting an email back with a link to some time Warner search engine?

[@docgerbil1956]

I am brand new to leather working and this design is awesome. I look forward to creating my own someday. Thanks for sharing this great idea and giving me some inspiration!

[@Princearmory]

You're welcome!

[@keithdye80]

Anyone else get Reminded of rathlos mail from monster Hunter

[@Princearmory]

👍

[@Drachenhannes]

Basically my first thought

[@5hamir4lwi]

same here

[@terryg7138]

I've dabbled in leatherwork but I learned so much from watching your video! Amazing piece!

[@Princearmory]

Great!

[@cusarov328]

Looks like a rathalos helmet

[@Princearmory]

Sweet!

[@normandavis6444]

I also thought it looked like the rathalos helmet from monster hunter world

[@clayadrian]

Its no wonder that your finished product always looks so fantastic, if this video is any indication than you obviously take great care and attention to the little details

[@Princearmory]

Thank you!

[@daringdarius5686]

Yo this has been SUPER helpful and has given me dozens of idea's about how to go about my current piece of cosplay (doing the helmet soon). Just one criticism to give, whenever you're speaking in the video, could you maybe just lower the volume of the music just a wee bit? 41:00 It might just be me, but this was a part in the video where I had trouble hearing you half of the time due to the music being so loud. I mean, the music choice was great and very enjoyable, but I very much prefer your voice and being able to understand what you are trying to say. Again, thanks for doing this! Edit: Oh, and I instantly subbed, not for the free pattern because I think I missed it, but just for future content. Thanks! Edit 2: I just realized you've already been told this by other people so I assume that the whole criticism remark wasn't necessary. On a side note, saw your portfolio on your website, and my jaw just dropped. It all looks SOOOO GOOOD. Just wanted to say that. :)

[@Princearmory]

Great, glad it helped. Hope to get more videos out soon. And yes, the audio levels thing was an accident. What actually happened was part of my voice recording was too loud at the start so I lowered the whole track a bit and I think I missed adjusting parts of the music as well.

[@genghisjohn2701]

It's so interesting to watch, you explain every step clearly and easy for the lay-person to understand and follow. I can't wait to see all of your videos, please keep it up!

[@Princearmory]

Great to hear, thank you!

[@ajosuql7468]

When I saw the thumbnail I thought "Damm that looks expensively good "

[@Princearmory]

The Tiger Dragon build is super expensive, this one is pretty affordable to make and easy too if you follow the pattern.

[@tim3130.]

@@Princearmory the leather should not be so expensive and the tools are affordalbe because you dont need so many

[@Princearmory]

@@tim3130. To make it? sure, no one project really costs very much. Its equipping a shop to take on any possible project where it gets expensive.

[@tim3130.]

@@Princearmory i know my father make chairs for thonet (a company) so i already made a lot and i think the main thing is the time

[@littlesnuggle529]

I legit fell asleep the first time watching this, but when I woke up I immediately rewatched the video. I didn't know how to feel about this since I've never worked with leather and never plan to, but this is just plain awesome

[@Princearmory]

lol heck yeah, get those watch time metrics up! all part of my master plan!

[@termite6126]

this is the kind of thing is see in my dreams...

[@Princearmory]

Make your dreams real by crafting it

[@willwinn8559]

What a fantastic idea , making the templates available to everyone . 😎👍 Super cool

[@georgy5844]

You´re Bob Ross but with leather working. Truly amazing

[@Princearmory]

Awesome, thank you!

[@BicycleRider09]

A suggestion: mix your music much quieter! Your voice was in competition with your soundtrack and that's pretty bothersome. But otherwise, dope work!

[@Princearmory]

I'll keep it in mind

[@christolupo7909]

I’m almost done with mine, just got the first coat of stain done. Thank you for everything. I’ve done a lot of little things but this is my first big project. Learned a lot, like trim your fingernails if you’re going to handle wet leather lol.

[@Princearmory]

Congrats! Let me know how it went, post it on our fb page or twitter

[@Princearmory]

⚜️Get The PATTERN: princearmoryacademy.com/product/fantasy-helmet-pattern-2/⚜️

[@brettsilva7317]

Are you still giving the pattern away for free to new subscribers? Either way, thank you for the video! Such an awesome design!!

[@brettsilva7317]

And an incredibly professional video! :)

[@sky_the_limit]

The one thing left-handed people may want to know is that using right-handed scissors will scuff up your top edges and points because blade closest to the edge pushes down and not up like it is using them right-handed. It almost drove me crazy because my edges were ugly. I fixed it by using a box cutter or letting my right-handed wife cut them out. Thank you for the inspiration. I have started making your spaulders as my first ever leatherworking project.

[@nathanaxen9712]

I'm sure I missed the window, but are you still giving the pattern away by chance? You do beautiful work and have inspired this starving artist. lol

[@thewolf4052]

​@@nathanaxen9712 I want to know if too. haha

[@toddlabbe3973]

I loved making this Helmet. I had never done leather work before but always wanted to try. I used the skills and pattern concepts to style a bow using similar techniques which turned out awesome. I use the helmet for combat archery and people always comment how good it looks. I always mention your channel. All the best to you and your excellent work.

[@spacehooliganzack7429]

My favorite part was when he gave up and ended the project halfway through the video

[@HURTLESSHU]

The whole process is just so satisfying

[@Princearmory]

Thanks!

[@smu291]

Why doesn't anyone mention that it kinda looks like the red slayer helmet from osrs LOL

[@Princearmory]

Not familiar

[@Souful55]

Looks exactly like a slayer helm in osrs for sure

[@Dekodez]

I came here for this comment.

[@brandonb4177]

Just purchased! Going to Tandys after work for the leather. Cant wait to get started SO DOPER!!

[@someoneelse7247]

"I am Apollyon. I bring war."

[@gillymcgillface1501]

And THIS people is how you do a tutorial. Great video mate, awesome helmet.

[@lincolnlunt6678]

When you realize he cut out parts, sped it up and it still took 45:00

[@Princearmory]

Yeah, long afternoon project to be sure!

[@lincolnlunt6678]

Thanks for replying back to me. love your channel btw I subscribed after the first video I watched

[@frankytheking9623]

Davvero figo! Bravo! 😉👍

[@LaHuertadeIvan]

😍😀😍

[@Princearmory]

😀

[@Rmason3156]

that is such a beautiful piece of craftsmenship

[@Princearmory]

Thanks!

[@SkyesSpiritWildlife]

I'm sorry, I hate to bother you but I'm unable to locate the pattern. I happily subscribed, but no matter where I've looked I can't seem to find it. Thank you!

[@dakotajones9922]

subscribe. go to their main page and under the section "Subscribers only" click that video. If its not there, imperialarmories.us3.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=f7e0dc81b67dc119dca3b06d4&id=3c1c873e3c this is the link i was given on that video.

[@brentlarsen6974]

I got the email, but the link to download the pattern just leads to this video. Were you able to DL the pattern from that email?

[@AlexSullivan]

Are you sponsored by Tandy leather now?

[@dakotajones9922]

@@brentlarsen6974 yes

[@Princearmory]

@@brentlarsen6974 I actually messed up the first few links, hit me up with a message or email and I'll send it

[@rachelroux9119]

i sat through all the video and loved every thing about the helmet thank you for putting this out now i can try some pattern ideas.

[@DanStone1025]

Very cool helmet. And nice tutorial as well. Thanks for sharing.

[@Princearmory]

Thank you

[@KozaksLab]

Absolutely a underrated KZbin channel really love your work very inspiring

[@j.r.bergwick1826]

Just picked up leatherworking a few months ago. This video has been tremendously helpful. Thank you so much! I'll have to grab a couple of your patterns later.

[@brettsilva7317]

Wow! Incredible! You make this look so easy!!

[@Princearmory]

I designed it to be pretty easy, you should try it!

[@niteshguragain6743]

brother got mad skills, found one of his video in my recommendation and this is 5th video i'm watching right now. Its already 3 AM in the morning and i cant help myself stop watching such cool armors he is crafting. no sleep today i guess gotta watch some more.

[@diegoalejandrozuluagapalac9739]

Personally, I think it is a great project and above all that you are delivering a great video, but also a lot of teachings. I am one of those who believe that knowledge should be shared, therefore I congratulate you it is a great final product.

[@darkharvest4312]

What I think would be really cool would be to have the tutorials and patterns for a full set of armor, obviously over many videos, and I would imagine spanning several months, but still! I consider you to be the best leather crafter I know of, your work screams with style and professionalism, and I would buy every one of those templates. One piece down!

[@Princearmory]

Yeah I might carry on with this theme for some of the future tutorials to eventually have a full suit but I like variety so it may take time since I"m sure I'll switch it up and go with other themes too. But this style is indeed great for beginners imo

[@pufek77]

Awesome helmet. I am new to leathercraft, and start making a few items for archery as quivers, armguards, and belt pouches. But in the future, I wish to have one big project like whole armor from leather. Thank you for this video, it's really helpful.

[@rohankadam8577]

Man you are so helpful.. people don't tend to share such intricate techniques. I'll try to make this helmet with foam sheet maybe..

[@karolip]

I think you are an awesome craftsman. Period.

[@lisahuish539]

Incredible! Thank you so much for showing your process and skills.

[@Princearmory]

No problem!

[@Tom-sc2vu]

Really nice I'm just starting out. Once I get a little experience I'm going to do this.

[@Princearmory]

Cool, let me know how it goes

[@jennifergroeneveld2688]

Amazingly detailed videos! I'm doing a lot of leathercrafting myself and your videos help me so much with that, just watching how 'easily' you work got me so motivated! Thanks a lot and keep up the great work!

[@patrickretsel7048]

The red color looks amazing........nice work and a steady hand you have sir....I couldn’t paint the border like that...it would take much longer..lol

[@Princearmory]

Oh well I could have been more careful myself, if you look closely its far from perfect : )

[@anthonyb6808]

This could be the most awesome thing I've ever seen.

[@Princearmory]

Thanks!

[@chirrou]

tandy is where i picked up my first tools and now taking classes on saturday with them

[@Mistiiik]

wow not only was this video entertaining but it actually was just really interesting to watch all the pieces come together at the very end... very good content and i hope you do well with your channel

[@Princearmory]

Thanks, me too!

[@paulgoldsmith4693]

amazing artistry, I've never seen this type of leatherwork before I found your channel