Making A Nice Leather Work Bag - Full Process - Leather Craft

Making a nice leather work bag. In this leather craft video set out to make myself a nice leather bag with plenty of places for storage. The bag is made from chrome tan leather and measures 15” across. It features an interior partition which creates a space that can fit most modern laptop computers. The front of the partition has several pockets and places for storing paperwork, cards & ink pens. Across from the partition is an interior leather zipper pouch that can store small items. On the outside of the bag I designed some small pouches that are attached to the side gussets for extra storage, these have hidden magnetic snaps used for the closures. There is a single pocket located on the front of the bag and on each side of the pocket tuck-lock closures are used to secure the bag shut and provide easy opening and closing. The bag has a simple top grab handle and an adjustable shoulder strap for carrying. I hope you enjoy this leather craft video and find some tips and inspiration to help you design and create your own custom leather bag 💼
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TOOLS & MATERIALS:
Leather:
• Chrome Tan Premium Harvest Wheat 5-5.5 oz - 2.3mm (Used for most of the bag)
• Natural Vegetable Tanned Leather 1.5mm (Used for concealing closures & reinforcing straps)
• Chrome Free Black Pigskin Lining (Used for lining the shoulder pad)
Patterns/Marking
• 48” & 72” Swanson brand metal rulers
• Steel cork backed rulers
• TechTools brand T-square
• Various ¼” plywood patterns with marking holes (for marking out the bag pieces)
• Anvil (for weight)
• Scratch Awl (For marking)
• Ink Pen
• Craftool Wing Dividers (For laying out stitching lines)
• Multi circle template
• Custom brass logo stamp
• ¾” ovel die punch
• Bone folder
• Craftool English point template
Cutting:
• Wooden leather strap cutter
• Huskey brand box cutter
• X-Acto knife
• Straight edge skiving knife
• Steel half round punches (For strap ends)
• Steel quarter round punch (for rounding corners)
• ¾” oblong die cutter (for D-ring & buckle strap attachments)
• Steel hole punches (for rivets and adjustment holes)
• Rotary hole punch (for cover strap adjustment holes)
• V-Gouge tool (For creating folding grooves)
• 1/8” lacing chisel (for setting closure hardware)
• Odwen #1 edge beveler
• Weaver #0 edge beveler
• Weaver #1 edge beveler (for most of the bag)
• Nail pullers (For clipping off rivets)
• Barry King #5 French skiver
• Straight blade skiving knife
Gluing / Sanding
• EcoWeld Contact Adhesive
• Cotton swabs (for applying adhesive)
• 20mm plastic glue spreader
• Plastic squeeze bottle
• Craftool Detail Rougher
• Sanding stick
• 1200 grit sandpaper (for sanding beveled edges)
• 3M brand double sized tape
• Spring clips (wrapped with leather)
Machines:
• New Tech brand bell skiving machine
• Sailrite Fabricator sewing machine (Using #128 black bonded nylon thread)
• Craftool drum sander/burnishing machine
• 1 Ton arbor press
Stitching:
• 6mm steel pricking irons
• 4mm KSBladePunch diamond pricking irons
• 1/8” single tooth lacing chisel (for punching hardware slots)
• Diamond stitching awl (for punching gusset stitching holes)
• 3” (75mm) Needles
• Lighter
• 0.6mm Black Ritza Tiger Thread
• 0.8mm Black Ritza Tiger Thread
• Wooden stitching pony
Hammers:
• 1.5lb Barry King tapered maul (For punching holes)
• C.S. Osborne & Co Leather Working Hammer (For tamping down stitches and glue)
• Ball peen hammer (For peening rivets)
• 5oz tack hammer.
Hardware
• Antique brass double cap domed rivets (With dome cap rivet setter tool)
• Antique brass single cap rivets (With standard rivet setter tool)
• #14 Brass rivets and burrs (With #14 setter & Peening tool set)
• #12 Brass rivets and burrs (With #12 setter & Peening tool set)
• Antique brass Riri metal 4 zipper tape and pull
• 21mm Antique brass round magnetic snaps
• 1” Antique brass center bar buckles
• 1-1/4” Antique brass center bar buckle
• 1-1/4” Antique brass swivel lever snaps
• Antique brass tuck locks
• 1” Antique brass oval loops
• ¾” Antique brass D-rings
• ½” Antique brass D-rings
Finish:
• Fiebing’s Pro Dye Dark Brown (For veg tan leather)
• Wool dauber (for applying dye)
• RTC Sheridan Resist and Finish (For veg tan leather)
• Round cotton pads (for applying top coat)
0:00 Intro
0:11 Cutting Out Bag Pieces
1:44 Making Side Pouches
5:44 Gussets
6:54 Zipper Pouch
8:56 Interior Partition
12:05 Logo Patch
12:43 Front Pocket
14:03 Tuck-Lock Stand Offs
15:07 Grab Handle
16:37 Back Support Strap
17:59 Lining Straps
19:00 Front Cover Straps
20:39 Adding Back Strap & Handle
21:42 Tuck-Locks & Zipper Pouch
22:17 Installing Interior Partition
22:47 Extra D-ring Attachments
23:07 Installing Gussets
25:33 Installing Side Pouches
26:00 Cover Strap Buckle Ends
27:18 Shoulder Strap
29:26 Shoulder Pad
30:34 Finishing Touches
30:56 Finished Bag

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I have to sell my wife's Mercedes to buy these tools. Wow! I gave up and going to auction on what I have. Great presentation. I liked your video. Thank you for sharing.

[@KingdomGloryLeather]

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[@wisconsinwoodsman1987]

Praising Him for both of us finding peace in leatherwork!

[@KingdomGloryLeather]

Amen

[@james2592OldLeatherSmith]

OLD Leather Smith here, very very nice, I have a few suggestions. Wax paper works better than paper and you can reuse it. This 1 I suggested 2 my client which was enthusiasticly excepted, instead of sewing the side pockets on the bag I sewed 2 straps 1 to the bag and 1 to the pocket that way they can be removed and worn on the belt. Still a very nice job. GOD'S BLESSINGS ✝️⚾🙃

[@KingdomGloryLeather]

Thank you.

[@jizzstain4458]

Thank you so much for sharing. This is one of my favorite bags. Never could afford them. Now I can just make one for myself. You should sell templates. Also saw you got a lot of new gear. You have gotten so good in the last couple years. I'm so jelly an proud to see ya make it. Keep up the hard work!! I pray I have a get as good as you. God bless an much love.

[@KingdomGloryLeather]

Thank you 🙏

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Love what you did with this classic design.

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It's a great educational video for leather crafts, I have made a lot of small leather projects, but I still learned a lot from this video. Thank you so much!

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[@KingdomGloryLeather]

Thank you very much!

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What a gorgeous bag . I love the distressed leather look of it .

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This is stunning. Amazing craftsmanship, beautiful bag.

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Making a bag to hang on my mothers walker. You gave me some great tips.

[@KingdomGloryLeather]

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I can't stop watching it more and more❤

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Now I appreciate my leather bag more! Amazing work!

[@KingdomGloryLeather]

Thank you!

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Beautiful bag and construction!

[@KingdomGloryLeather]

Thank you very much. I appreciate it.

[@lukewarmwater6412]

makes me wish I could afford this kind of quality. there should be more people doing this for a living here in the U.S.

[@KingdomGloryLeather]

Thank you. I wish I could do it for a living, but for now it’s just a hobby. Thank you for watching.

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What an amazing project. 👏 keep up the good work.

[@KingdomGloryLeather]

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[@dawnlineberry4539]

Absolutely gorgeous!!!

[@KingdomGloryLeather]

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Such great work. Exactly what I would want. God bless you and yours, Big Unk.

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Thank you very much!

[@AcapRoseknightDrummer]

can't believe i learnt quite a lot by watching this video. Usually other crafters won't explain what they're doing and you need to guess what and why are they doing it. thanks so much KGL!!!

[@KingdomGloryLeather]

Thank you very much! I was hoping people interested in the craft would be able to learn a few tips from this video. Filming & editing so many clips of the process was a real pain, (over 400 videos), but in the end, I was hoping it would create a more complete picture of the construction process. It’s far from perfect, but I’m glad you enjoyed it.

[@AcapRoseknightDrummer]

@@KingdomGloryLeather 400 videos!? My laptop would have crashed 200 times if im editing that many clips 🤣 Thanks for adding all the notes for me to understand. Hope to keep improving my skills and make my own bags. Currently making wallets. Really itching to try bag making soon

[@KingdomGloryLeather]

Go for it!

[@debraluxford2793]

Outstanding craftmanship!

[@KingdomGloryLeather]

Thank you very much.

[@maxxonetwo3]

Nice leather work. This kind of work is good for the mind. Many hours of careful work. Thank you for a good video.

[@KingdomGloryLeather]

Thanks for watching!

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If you are going to do subtitles please keep them in a consistent spot. Thank you for including subtitles so that whenever one pauses the video there is always an explanation of what is being done.

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So jealous of the machines! Nice bag!

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I would love to learn from you. God bless.

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Perfect !

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what a beautiful bag. Well done you!!

[@KingdomGloryLeather]

Thank you very much!

Impressive bag! I'm always amazed at the amount of leather used for a bag. Major props, you are very talented!

[@KingdomGloryLeather]

Thank you very much. It usually takes about 75% or more of a full side of leather.

[@tracyw1123]

I've recently become interested in leather crafts and ran across your channel. What beautiful work you do! I'm a quilter/bag maker and seeing some of the similarities increases both my interest and confidence in trying this new craft (though nothing this ambitious--yet). I've been quilting for 25 years but I believe one is never too old to learn something new!

[@KingdomGloryLeather]

Go for it !

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Wow this is truly a form of art and patience. I hope one day I'd be able to do something like this too. Watching from Philippines!!

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I know nothing about leather working, but that is very beautiful work! Awesome!!!

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Wonderful!

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That is absolutely beautiful work ❤

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[@KingdomGloryLeather]

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Another great video! I would love to see a video about you. How you got started, how long you have been doing leather work, do you sell your work, is this a full time thing for you etc. I think you get the point. LOL

[@KingdomGloryLeather]

Thank you. I can give you all that info right now in a nut-shell. I got started in 2017 after seeing some handmade leather watch cuffs online, that got me wanting to try leathercraft myself. I have a full time job so all my leather work is just a hobby that I do on the side. I sell occasionally to friends and family but my main focus right now is to share my work via KZbin and if possible, use the talents that God has given me to create opportunities to share the good new of the Gospel to those who may not know it.

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@@KingdomGloryLeather Thank you for the reply! "if possible, use the talents that God has given me to create opportunities to share the good new of the Gospel to those who may not know it."-Awesome!

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You are definitely a master of your craft, even editing your videos, well put together, my friend!

[@KingdomGloryLeather]

I appreciate it. Thanks for watching!

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[@KingdomGloryLeather]

Thank you very much!

[@KidGuko]

I've been wanting a nice leather work bag like this one. It has everything that I would want in a bag. You make it look easy! After watching your video, I am inspired to learn more about the craft. Thank you for sharing the video!

[@KingdomGloryLeather]

Thank you very much. It is definitely a lot of work to make a bag like this but always worth it in the end. I encourage you to give leather-craft a shot. And don't think to yourself that you need all the machines, it can all be done with hand tools and hand stitching.

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So nice

[@KingdomGloryLeather]

Thank you.

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Great job man...good on you!

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Спасибо. Очень шикарной!!!

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BRAVO MAESTRO !!! GOOD JOB.

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Thank you very much !

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this is not only nice, but its awesome

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This video showed up in my suggestions and I'm so glad it did! The video is absolutely fascinating, and your craftsmanship is amazing!

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Thank you very much!

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amazing

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Wow! Very fascinating to watch the whole process. And very good filming too! Keep 'em coming!

[@KingdomGloryLeather]

Thank you and thank you for your support.

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Dang! This is amazing. Well done!

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wow, that is a beautiful bag.

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You're such a great artist in all what you do and what you show. 😱😱

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Good work thanks a lot for share

[@KingdomGloryLeather]

Thanks for watching !

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Amazing job!!!

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Thank you very much!

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I thoroughly enjoyed this! The craftsmanship is beautiful! I appreciate hand-made bags even more now.

[@KingdomGloryLeather]

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so cool!!

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This look amazing

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Thank you very much!

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[@KingdomGloryLeather]

Большое Вам спасибо. Я ценю твои добрые слова. Хорошего дня.

[@mrrustygray]

Truly a well done video and bag. I may be borrowing some techniques. Thank you.

[@KingdomGloryLeather]

Awesome. I am glad you enjoyed the video and could find some helpful tips. Thanks 🙏

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That is a beautiful bag mister well done

[@KingdomGloryLeather]

Thank you very much!

[@asmaafouad137]

It's amasing Thank you

[@KingdomGloryLeather]

Thank you.

[@ilmpyt]

Amazing job, and the pattern is so elegant... I can smell the leather from here! How long did it take for you from start to finish? Cheers from Brazil!

[@KingdomGloryLeather]

Thank you very much. It took three weeks, working on it every evening. But I also had to video everything so that added a lot of time to the process.

[@ilmpyt]

​@@KingdomGloryLeather it really paid off, the finished product looks fantastic and unique, and the video is satisfying. Keep up the excellent work!

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Brilliant job! Great workmanship 😊 greetings from Calidon South Africa

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great work !!!!

[@KingdomGloryLeather]

Thank you.

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muy bueno si . felicidades

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Absolutely beautiful

[@KingdomGloryLeather]

Thank you! 😊

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@@KingdomGloryLeather your welcome. 👍 curious as to what thickness leather you used for the majority of the bag and how long the entire process took? I’ve been wanting to make a bag like this for some time.

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GRACIAS

[@alocin110]

Amazing high skills and production of a masterpiece. I liked your video. Thank you.

[@KingdomGloryLeather]

Thank you!

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Очень круто, прекрасная работа. Спасибо за видео😇❤

[@KingdomGloryLeather]

Thank you for your support!

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Wish to have one of your bag when I have Razer Blade 18 laptop (40 cm x 27.5 cm)....hope it can fit in there well.

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Cool design and nice work aswell 🔥🔥🔥

[@KingdomGloryLeather]

Thank you very much!

[@mssixty3426]

Excellent video all around, to match your leather crafting skills! I haven't done any leather crafting in nearly 50 years, I'm inspired to try picking it up again, as I still have my tools. I also like your leather watchbands, and your music. Anyone who doesn't like the music can just mute the volume, weird to make a negative comment.

[@KingdomGloryLeather]

Thank you very much! Yea finding good music is hard sometimes.

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Stunning

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Thank you 🙏

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Nice.

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Awesome video!

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WOW!!!!

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Me encanto, ademas de que es un trabajo sumamente padre

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Thank you very much!

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Complimenti! Semplicemente Stupenda!

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Thank you very much!

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Good job !

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Thanks!

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Thank you.

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Вот это Я понимаю !

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Beautiful bag! Impeccable work!

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Thank you very much.

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Perfect

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Thanks 🙏