How To Build This Leather Tote - Montana Leather Product Review

[@jonas-mb6cf]

Great video 👌🏻very good explained step by step , nice bag and wow that leather looks very nice 👍🏻

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

Jonas, this was I think the best looking leather that I have used for a tote. I have made several totes from leather that I purchased from Montana Leather and they have been popular at my show. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@OpenAirAdventure]

Nice bag Robert. I'm still amazed at the strength and toughness in your hands and fingers.

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

Thanks! I appreciate you taking time to watch and comment!

[@OutdoorsWithRobert]

Nice Bag Video

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

Thanks. Follow along

[@danpost4755]

What a wonderful project, Robert! Well done. I have a large piece of nice-looking chrome tan and plan to make a bag for my daughter-in-law. This video gave me some ideas. Thanks!

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

I bet she will love your finished project.

[@williammrdeza9445]

Thank you for the detailed description of this project. It turned out great and is another example of an inspiring build idea.

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

I’m glad that you liked it. It could be a nice next step learning project. I hope it encourages crafters to make that next step.

[@JohnLittle-ie4ok]

Nice looking quality leather from Montana Leather !

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

Yes. The leather is very nice. I will need to get more.

[@dannymarkgraf34]

beautiful tote and a great video. thank you for sharing.

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

Thanks! I’m glad that you enjoyed following along.

[@dannymarkgraf34]

​. What size Chicago screws do you use?

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

I used a combination of 3/16” and 1/4” Chicago screws. Good question

[@dannymarkgraf34]

@@InMyBusyLittleShop thank you.

[@dannymarkgraf34]

@@InMyBusyLittleShopim back with another stupid question. lol. how did you get them to send you a 36x36 piece? that would make it a lot easier for sure then wrestling with the whole side. plus the side i have might just barely allow me to cut a 36x36 square out of.

[@freddiemoretti8456]

Grand video, thanks for sharing another project I will have in the wings. Stay well... Cheers...Freddie

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

Thanks Freddie! They do make great gifts and show well if you sell items.

[@bbymks5]

Beautiful tote! Could you do a 3/8" side seam to allow the bottom of the seam to be open when you box the bottom? Might help with the bulk.

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

I might play with a few different seams and try different designs over the winter when I have more time to play.

[@bbymks5]

@@InMyBusyLittleShop you may even be able to do a majority of the side seam at a 1/4" and down towards the bottom increase that seam so you're able to have it open? You can always try it on a small project like a box bottom pouch 👝 for toiletries.

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

I will give it some time and play with ideas

[@daviddoyle2738]

Love the video as always, but you must make your wife flinch when you draw your blade towards yourself. lol beautiful work as always.

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. I do think the bag came out very nice. I have a few other leathers that I purchased from Montana Leather that I will be using to make a few more and I might vary the size a little bit to give customers options! Have a great week!

[@daviddoyle2738]

Thank you, I look forward to your use of Montana Leather@@InMyBusyLittleShop

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

@@daviddoyle2738 you bet!

[@JohnLittle-ie4ok]

Wow. What a nice bag. Great video and explanations

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

It is a beautiful tote. The leather has a nice buttery feel.

[@kalehouseco]

Awesome video, Robert! Really gave me some great tips on my own work, especially with the stitch line and the small interior pocket- that small detail took it to the next level. Thanks!

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

Thanks. It’s one of my favorite projects and can have different design options added to each. I have made the tote with two pockets (one was zippered).

[@1littleSher]

Well done! 👜

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

Thanks. I really appreciated Montana Leather providing the materials for today’s project. I think the tote came out nice.

[@JohnLittle-ie4ok]

That is some nice looking leather.

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

It’s really came out beautiful. Nice leather.

[@sandrohernandez23]

New subscriber ! I’m amazed at the attention to detail, beautiful work. I just made my first belt it came out ok but you’ve inspired me to try again . Hope I can reach your level, thanks

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

Happy to have you along. I made dozens of belts before I really became happy with them. Hang in there. Practice really pays off.

[@pamelalittlefield4608]

Awesome Robert ...hows Montana's veg tan?

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

Thanks! I have purchased a few different veg-tan leathers from Montana Leather. I purchased some Hermann Oak at 10oz. I have used it on a few smaller projects and I also purchased some Sepici Veg-Tan that has been made in Turkey since 1930. The Sepici really looks nice and has worked good for me in the past. I also have a really nice looking blue that I purchased from Montana Leather at the show in Prescott AZ last month that I am excited to try out soon. Keep watching and thanks!

[@pamelalittlefield4608]

Thanks, im gonna order some leather from them..☺☺@@InMyBusyLittleShop

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

Sounds great. I purchased I think 7 or 8 sides at the Prescott show.

[@gregorycooper7962]

No "T" in across.geez

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

LOL……..

[@tommygamba170]

What oz?

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

That tote was made from 4-5 ounce Rushmore leather in the color cognac.

[@earlelzy9975]

Your sewing machine sounds like a dirt bike 😂

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

Sick! Thanks!

[@bigMikeymoe]

Hey bag is great ,im curious if u could help me ,im yrying to find out what sewing machine could i buy to stitch boot soles on, like re-booting old boots as a hobby and trade the only machines i ever seen being used are thos old landis hook needle machines and i dont want 2000 pd ild machines that are hir and miss day to day, if you answer thanks in advance

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

Those Landis machines are big and get the job done. Unfortunately I really don’t know anything about machines used in the shoe repair business. You might call The Leather Machine Company. Another source would be to call Eric Landwerlen at Landwerlen Leather in Indianapolis. He knows the business and supplies the cobblers in the US. Sorry I’m not more help.

[@bigMikeymoe]

@InMyBusyLittleShop hey bud that's more help and info I got from anyone else, I'll give you a thumbs up whenever I see ur videos ,happy holidays

[@InMyBusyLittleShop]

Thanks! I hope you enjoy the holidays as well.