How to make LEATHER TRAVEL BAG

[@CreativeAwl]

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[@bagramdave883]

Creative Awl what is the best weight to use on this project. I have large scraps of different weights and was wondering if some panels would be better lightweight and, if I must use heavier leather because it's all I have left, where is the best place to use that.

[@CreativeAwl]

@@bagramdave883 4-5oz, 1,5- 2mm would be the best, personaly ive used about 6oz+

[@Butcher411]

Great video! Where can I get the paper template for the project? Thx

[@CreativeAwl]

@@Butcher411 You can get it here: creativeawl.com/shop/duffle-bag-pdf-pattern/

[@yunuskadiralakus]

@@CreativeAwlI will go 2.2 😅

[@joelsingh6954]

This is not a product, this is an art. Excellent craftsmanship

[@ebonijohnson4442]

I absolutely love this bag! I've been wanting to get into leather crafting just because I want to make quality, timeless pieces like this one! Its beyond gorgeous

[@CreativeAwl]

Thanks! Hope the leathercraft bug will bite you! :) If you would have any questions - im serving a help

[@markolson7877]

I just purchased this pattern today ~ Thanksgiving day (US ) 2021...to make for my son who is a business man and travels throughout the USA..I'm very excited to start... Thank you for this great pattern and video !!!

[@lldnor4002]

How did it go? Did your son like it?

[@ismaildoganresmikanal5562]

Sanata tutkun birisi olarak hayranlıkla seyrettim sizi. tebrik ederim. Harikasınız

[@michaelholbrook4401]

Innovative upgrade to hole punch to reduce mess in work area... tips punchings out on hand, tosses them across workspace. Classic! :)

[@grumpyshorts1056]

Working on mine now, man the sewing is just... wow! :-)

[@peterthompson4329]

I personally love your choice in background music for the video. And of course, I love the bag!

[@thekontuli2828]

Go BIG or go Home... This is a master piece!

[@patrickretsel7048]

Your stitching is amazing it would take me 2 weeks to sew this beautiful bag......love the dye job!😎

[@CreativeAwl]

Thank you

[@PeeWee33772]

Absolutely stunning and Beautiful workmanship, you are a master leather craftsmen. Thank you for your wonderful tutorial.

[@asmaafouad137]

It's good work I like the pocket and all the bag ..it's amazing.

[@tav1965]

Bellissimo davvero bellissimo . Lavoro stupendo. Tanto materiale ma anche tantissimo lavoro. COMPLIMENTI .

[@ابوانس-ش7ش]

تحفة فنية غاية في الروعة 🌹

[@ASA.ALESIA]

👍👍👍прекрасная работа

[@welless1709]

I liked your creative work, this is the best that can be made of leather

[@CreativeAwl]

Thanks :)

[@hakonbusk5111]

This is the best thing I have ever seen, you should be proud!

[@farhadfadayi7389]

great video. thanks for sharing.

[@drpenndog]

Absolutely gorgeous bag. I’ve reviewed this video like 6 times. Question-what leather oil and leather paste do you put on after the stain? I’m not sure what to buy. Thanks!

[@CreativeAwl]

Hello, Use a netsfoot oil, the paste is called a PALC.

[@orfafrancolopez3377]

​@@CreativeAwl hola cómo estás podrías decirme si se puede bajar los moldes y caunto cuestan ?

[@holgerschlaszus8154]

awesome!!!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@grumpyshorts1056]

At 21:25, cannot make out how you were able to line up point 39 and get the zipper lined up with the flap and the flap ring.

[@oussakoussa5147]

Great thanks 👍👍👍👍👍

[@lawrencemblam4613]

Well done. Thanks for sharing

[@carlcotton1753]

You do great work!

[@VoodooChild77]

Love the craftsmanship. 1 small suggestion. @11:00 when you start stitching the gusset you might want to try a cross stitch instead of a saddle stitch. I still love the bag and have put it on my to do list.

[@alirezahosseinmardi]

I have two questions: 1. Can this bag be made using a machine too? not entirely, just to facilitate some parts? 2. How does the bag stand so firm? so upright?

[@zhitingchiang656]

Excellent, stylish

[@sarel5753]

the bag is very nice, I like it. could I please get a PDF pattern for it? I would like to try it myself. Thanks in advance

[@CreativeAwl]

Sure, please check a www.creativeawl.com - there is a pattern available

[@asadcmm5674]

great job i like this beg

[@gloudinaroux3529]

I am busy with this beautiful bag. I just want to find out if there is a way to download the video. My workstation does not have internet and therefor I have no excess to the instructions whilst there.

[@CreativeAwl]

Hello! Of ciurse there is it - go on x2download.com/en61 and just put this yt link there to start download

[@darrelltemple1565]

Excellent work! I’ll buy the pattern soon! What kind of glue is that??

[@CreativeAwl]

hello, a polyuretan one

[@Патриархальный_Угнетатель]

Nice bag and all! But the music on this video... Good Lord have mercy I had to make 3 attempts to watch this video entirely because I kept on falling asleep viciously

[@robertshaw6597]

I purchased the pattern awhile back and first making the small version. why are holes punched in the “Flap of the the bag”and the “pocket of the bag”. If it is going to be use as a pocket should the holes be excluded from the Flap?

[@robertshaw6597]

Looked at the video for the third time. If I wish to make it a pocket I can exclude the holes on the straight edge of the flap. Need to watch the video two or three more times.

[@markpipenko988]

Just got your pattern and wondering if I could use a buffalo leather that's more supple or a pull-up leather. Do you think there will be any problems making the bag with those types?

[@CreativeAwl]

pull up leather will work great with this pattern

[@markpipenko988]

@@CreativeAwl thanks

[@BobLoblah561]

Anyone know where to get hardware to make this a rolling bag with handle?

[@bubba_good]

Fantastic tutorial!

[@CreativeAwl]

Good to hear :)

[@pieterdebruin5480]

I am really battling to line up that top zipper. Is there a trick to make the 2 pieces line up? It seems to come up short at the one end all the time. Please assist. Pieter de Bruin

[@CreativeAwl]

Hello, please contact me on facebook, it will be easier with sharing photos. Also i can send you second easier with straight zippers version.

[@Equus004]

Hello Pieter de Bruin, In a last ditch effort in trying to battle this zipper, I wanted to ask you if Creative Awl was able to help you at all?? I’m not a beginner and I still cannot get this zipper to line up. I would love an alternative design! Were they able to help you?? Thank you so much for your time.

[@СамоучкаДмитрий]

Просто ОФИГЕННО!!!! ОФИГЕННО!!!!! Спасибо МАСТЕР, это хорошее видео и хорошая идея, чтобы реализовать её самому!!!!

[@donpayne562]

Damn nice pattern. Used your dying technique on the last couple of bags . Like it a lot Thanks

[@CreativeAwl]

I would like to see these bags ;)

[@donpayne562]

Creative Awl I still have one left but I don’t know a lot about tech stuff lm what you might say technically challenged. Lol I just watch KZbin for ideas.

[@Marnie_C]

That is pretty

[@steveriley1952]

SUPERB !

[@CreativeAwl]

thanks

[@jenniferweber6619]

Can you recommend a chisel? Mine doesn’t line up with the holes on the pattern so I was wondering if there was one you knew would?

[@CreativeAwl]

Its 5mm between holes. I have crazy cut which fits

[@williamrainey5279]

What is the size/ spacing on the chisel

[@uweploeger511]

Great Design and a great job. I would recommend double sided sticky tape for the zipper.

[@labrat3305]

If I were a dead cow and that'd been my hide, I would have been proud, excellent use of material

[@CreativeAwl]

You made my day :D

[@AtonicMike]

For someone of your skill and not including hours worked, what are the material costs for something like this?

[@josephmcdonald9933]

That's what I'm wondering? It would have to be about 500 bucks us

[@justineholmes6375]

What changes would need to be made to sew this pattern with a sewing machine?

[@oxtoby1]

Another fantastic video as a matter of interest how much do you sell the bags for just thinking of getting the pattern and see if I can sell one or two

[@CreativeAwl]

Thanks. I will sell it for 650 eur

[@mzorgias]

Great bag!! What mm pricking irons you need for the pattern, 5mm or 6mm? Thanks

[@CreativeAwl]

Hello, you need 5mm

[@mzorgias]

@@CreativeAwl Thanks a lot! 😊

[@StewartSoapCo]

Will these patterns print from a normal size printer?

[@markpipenko988]

A4 is British size. If your in us any printer place can print it for you. Need larger size.

[@eereenjarip7846]

Hi. Will you consider making a smaller size pattern for this? Like a weekender size. Would love to make it and to use it frequently.

[@eereenjarip7846]

Have been waiting to buy a smaller version of this pattern.

[@CreativeAwl]

Hello, currently there is available also smaller version, please check the etsy, there is an image how it would looks like.

[@eereenjarip7846]

@@CreativeAwl thanks. Will check it out

[@julla1416]

Great vid. I'm still trying to cut a straight line in a piece of leather. :0)

[@CreativeAwl]

Good sharp knife, some experience and the leather will be cut out straight! :)

[@Grno1984]

So frickin cool job. amazing. i want to create bag like that, with my own design.

[@Upper_Room_Studios]

First of all, GREAT JOB! That bag is gorgeous! Totally inspirational! But does any one know how to sew an inner liner so it's just not the bare flesh side on the inside of it?

[@CreativeAwl]

Hello, thanks for comment . Use adhesive spray on the flesh side, stick the liner and cut off all the remains. Than stitch it all like in video, good luck!

[@StefanMakes]

i am actually making it like creative awl described it, im using a contact cement to glue the liner material straight to the flesh side of the leather, im using bizon tix u could use barge contact cement or nation equivalent

[@ulianovacraft4896]

Классная работа, а чем финишировали кожу?

[@synwannleathercraft8506]

Is not heavy ?

[@Low_Growing_Highlander]

Hi! Great tutorial and excellent job! Maybe in future I will make my own bag. It's very functional project. I have a question - is Fiebings Oil Dye Pro good for your technique of dyeing? Thank you for answer.

[@CreativeAwl]

Yes, im using it, it works great.

[@littlegirllost2654]

I’m nowhere near skilled as this but I would love to attempt it. I followed the links to the pattern and couldn’t find it 😢 oh well

[@ajablonska82]

What do you do with the inside? Do you just leave it as it is?

[@CreativeAwl]

Im leaving it as is it, I like raw style. You can take a any lining amd glue it to the flesh side before stitching.

[@Some_person.]

Imagine just being a cow then being made into an elegant travel bag.

[@nuclearbeige3038]

How much did this cost to make? I would love to make something like this for me my brother and my dad

[@CreativeAwl]

You need about 1,6 sq meter of leather so multiply it by your leather cost

[@mubarizkerimov3902]

Здравствуйте. прекрасная работа, и музыка отличная. Позвольте спросить, в какой программе делали дизайн сумки, выкройки. Заранее благодарю Hello. great work and the music is great. Let me ask you in which program did the design of the bag, patterns. Thank you in advance

[@CreativeAwl]

Thanks, im using AutoCad software

[@hadiakbarkargili637]

This called passion not profession❤ what will be the price of this bag in American dollar💰.

[@CreativeAwl]

1k usd at least

[@Kamil__Cic]

I like that zipper technique. Great job on the bag! Hotdamn

[@CreativeAwl]

Thanks

[@TheRedbeardster]

cholernie piękna :)

[@CreativeAwl]

Dzięki

[@turgunbaev1979]

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@traceynicholls1762]

Made the bag looks quality but not sure I will be making another one for some time

[@Charodey2024]

как получить выкройку

[@ОлегФоминых-т4м]

Hello. I bought the pattern from the LEATHER TRAVEL BAG it's not there schoulder strap from bag pages 77-78. You can send them to me by email.

[@CreativeAwl]

Hello, the shoulder strap pattern is on page 77-78 in small duffle bag file.

[@ОлегФоминых-т4м]

​@@CreativeAwl Hello, the shoulder strap pattern is on page 77-78 in a small folder of a sports bag, I don’t have it, I can’t find it. Please help me with the missing pages 77-78.

[@CreativeAwl]

@@ОлегФоминых-т4м ok so,- please leave me your account details on [e-mail] - ill send you the pdf back.

[@grumpyshorts1056]

Has anyone else had issues with getting the top zipper and flap to line up, this is frustrating.

[@CreativeAwl]

What type of zipper do you use?

[@chowtownpiper]

3 questions 1. What weight of leather 2. What size hole punch 3. What size thread

[@CreativeAwl]

Hello, 4-5oz, 1,2 or 1,5mm holes with 5mm spacing, 0.8mm thread

[@PirateRagnarDanneskjold]

@@CreativeAwl Could you do this with a chrome tan that's 5-6oz? or do you only recommend veg tan?

[@CreativeAwl]

@@PirateRagnarDanneskjold will work too, but cant be too soft

[@julioflores7022]

Saludos desde Perú tierra de los antiguos dioses precolombinos incaicos tierra de la maca kiwicha oca Quinua coca mashua y la papa.

[@leosun882]

👍👍👍

[@CreativeAwl]

😀😅

[@pieterdebruin5480]

Good Morning. Thanks for the response to my zipper problem. Please also send me the straight option as well. I would prefer this option though but i am battling. I am in the process of updating my old Facebook page(Steel Decor) and will get the kids to assist me. Once done I will contact you. Regards Pieter de Bruin Blixem Leather Products

[@CreativeAwl]

You can contact me on email [e-mail]

[@alexandreelisiario]

👍😃💯👍😃💯👍😃💯👍😃💯

[@monasa4676]

i dont understand why you guys dont use lining material in these bags

[@CreativeAwl]

We want to make leathracraft simple as it can be

[@eu.ch.1968]

Сколько стоит такая сумка и можно ли пошить на заказ

[@gayazmusin1334]

Камрад, про такую не знаю. Ноооо, я заказывал портфель в фирме "Калита-Киров" , просил скомбинировать из трёх моделей. Сделали хорошо, недорого. На сайт к ним зайди, погляди. Удачи.

[@CreativeAwl]

its for sale, 600 eur

[@RoykeSenewe]

it's great, yet not worth for sale 😁, no lining

[@aaronderossett3998]

the music is a bit loud and takes away from the work you do

[@CreativeAwl]

ill try to use another next time, thanks

[@aaronderossett3998]

@Paul Goodier I did turn it down, but thanks. The music was still noticeably loud even after. As for muting, well i like to hear the videos, otherwise i would watch silent movies. If i have to mute the video to tolerate it, then the music might be too loud.... oh wait 😊

[@aaronderossett3998]

@Paul Goodier Not sure what you mean by luck on KZbin, but you dont need luck, you can search for what you want to watch instead of hoping it shows on your homepage, pro tip! As for not being easy to please, care to divulge the wealth of information that led you to that conclusion? I merely said the music was too loud and it took away from the awesome work he did in his video. Anothee pro tip for ya, not all criticism is meant in a negative way. I thoroughly enjoy Creative Awls videos, i just merely gave a recommendation that would make it easier for me to enjoy when im in the company of others, who unlike me, arent watching KZbin videos at that moment. Hope that helps and feel free to divulge that staggering amount of info anytime

[@maxg8815]

Nice bag. But sell the violin and buy a gimbal.

[@trevorsaint2004]

I purchased this pattern and I am not impressed with the amount of work needed just to get the pattern ready to start on the leather. Lots of missing holes on the ends of the pages (yes, the printer was set right, not my first pattern by along shot.) Plan on spending a lot of time getting that top zipper to look and function properly. Over-all it's a nice bag but I wouldn't do it again. Be mindful not to punch holes on the top pocket flap or below it if you are leaving it as an open end pouch. The shoulder strap D-ring holders also don't have holes in the pattern for the small triangle on the folded over part . Etc. Etc.

[@CreativeAwl]

Hello Trevor, please contact me directly and let's find a solution. I'm sure there's no missing holes, sewn it 2 times. Some printers cuts the bottom and dont print it correctly. If you want i can reassembly parts on the pages to fit to your purposes or other formats. I've mentioned about flap's holes in video which can be sewn together or just sewn as a decoratively. D-ring holders- are you sure you print that correctly?, becouse there a holes for sure in the small triangle.

[@michaelrussell4929]

I've printed it with no missing holes. Almost certain it's your printer settings.

[@BBgunX22]

Idk about anyone else, but the song at around 20 minutes gave me anxiety. I thought I was being stalked before being murdered.

[@CreativeAwl]

You made my day! :D

[@MichaelEgan66]

The music ruined the video. The sound of leather being cut, and hammer on punch etc, is really necessary. Sure is a nice looking bag but too bad the video iwas rendered unwatchable for me by the music loop.

[@CreativeAwl]

Might be :( I wasn't good in choosing music for my first videos.

[@MichaelEgan66]

@CreativeAwl Thanks for clearing that up. Honestly though, these type videos shouldn't have music at all or have it at a very very low volume so as not to obscure the sounds of your work. Capturing those sounds is just as important as the visual portions. Try it for yourself, watch a few asmr videos of what you do and experience it for yourself. Then look at the amount of likes on the videos where no one is talking or having music playing. That said, this of course doesn't apply to instructional videos. That's a completely different vibe....

[@MrDanno180]

Do you even know any other pattern. Seriously your way to obsessed with that pattern.

[@nabeelz4977]

Awesome creation ,horrific music !Rather let us hear the sounds of you working

[@legendarycustomleathers8387]

Top zipper with pattern is a very poor choice of design.. Doesn't align at all. Top part Is too large and it's not working.. Design does not equate to project

[@CreativeAwl]

Top zipper has been choosen to make it possible to sew. Nice, metal zipper won't align and cause problems on curves makin looks like the top part isnt working. Its working but flexible zipper is needed. If you would still have any problems - please shoot me a message on email or facebook.

[@azsunburns]

I keep looking at 2 large roles of leather asking myself, what's next? I certainly don't NEED more leather bags. At least, I keep telling myself that.