Let's Make Faux Leather from a Paper Bag

[@NeutralDIY]

Let’s make faux leather using a paper bag! It’s so easy and fun! Let me know if you make your own faux leather in the comments.

[@sarawelder1]

This looks like fun to do with my grandchildren. Thank you for not having music!!!

[@alicepike7046]

I watched 4 videos on making faux leather look and you were the only one that got to the point ! The others talked to much . I'm not wanting to be Entertained I just want to learn and thats what you did . Thank you for teaching me the faux look 😊

[@sarapeachey2490]

I love this video. It really looks like leather.

[@kathysullivan802]

I followed this exactly and it's the BEST ONE I'VE EVER MADE! love it so much i don't want to use it!!! i used the Home Decor Wax and just now put the Mod Podge on top after drying and it is so leather like i can't believe it. thank you for the best tutorial ever! kathy

[@lynyeadon4719]

I enjoyed your way of making faux leather thank you. I love to watch different techniques and often try them in my art journal or adding to my photo albums, if you enjoy your work it shows, and yours does, just film what you love doing. i learnt a long time ago not to worry about what others think, i am in my seventy's and think it is just wonderful that i can scan the paper craft video's and find people like you, keep going my friend. i am a fan. Thank you.

[@susieshobe8524]

Haven’t tried this, but this is the best fake leather I’ve seen. I want to lay a paper bag floor. This would be beautiful,different shapes and tones.. with aged map designs laid in a pattern. Thanks.

[@Queenread82]

Sounds gorgeous!

[@aprilfoxbilligmeier2059]

Your video dropped into my feed. Loved your faux leather paper video. I love paper crafts...so I subscribed right away. Thanks for sharing...see you soon.

[@NeutralDIY]

Thank you so much! I’m so happy you loved it. Thanks so much for subscribing!! 💕

[@juanitacrocker2474]

I really like the idea if the faux leather, this was a really interesting project to watch. Thanks!

[@debbiemeier1110]

I loved this video. Thank you so much.

[@NeutralDIY]

Your welcome! So happy you enjoyed it!!💕

[@TheBinger033]

Do you have a video on the technique with the large mailer envelope? It’s less distressed and also a nice aesthetic!

[@NeutralDIY]

Hi, Thank you for commenting, I do talk about the policy envelope and show an example of how to do it in my three techniques to make faux leather video here kzbin.info/www/bejne/pn7IY5t6aa10edU. But I can make a dedicated video if you would like to see a full video on how to do it for a policy envelope?

[@NeutralDIY]

Hi, I just posted a video on how I make faux leather with a policy envelope here is the link if you’d like to check it out. Hope you like it! How to make smooth faux leather with policy envelopes kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJ3Ukoxsl5eWmKs

[@meridadiane]

How about making a Winter Wonderland journal.

[@NeutralDIY]

@@meridadiane Good Idea! I‘ll add that to my list. Thanks!

[@LadyJsundriesandoddments]

Beautiful, you just taught me a better way to make faux leather. this would have made my Hocus Pocus Spell Book door look 100 times better. TFS

[@NeutralDIY]

Thank you! So happy to hear this was helpful to you! Thank you for watching. 💕

[@kristinebrousseau8626]

Please continue to do tutorials, i jave learned so much from you beautiful left 🧠 creators, i feel confident & prepared to take the leap and create away

[@pdmullgirl]

Yes! I enjoyed the video! I love the faux look. I made some faux leather boxes to put blankets/throws in. They look so good. Thanks! ❤️💜💚

[@sth.777]

Thank you for sharing your technique! I'll be trying it for covering a spiral notebook. 😊

[@kimbathon5553]

I made faux leather this last Thursday! I thought about my dad, and went into his shoe shine box. Dragged out his brown shoe polish. A little messy, but i love the way it turned out! I have to go back and use some glue or top coat! I also used blue on another big paper bag! I still want to do a red, and pink, etc.! They look good! Thanks for your inspiration! I guess im coming out of a rut! Pushing along! I like yours too!

[@susansimpson3395]

The collage videos sounds great!

[@venusiandesigns]

Love how it comes out it really looks like leather, thank you for showing us 😍

[@StonewallArabians]

ENJOYED The vtdeo i haven't made faux leather in long time thanks for reminding me of how much fun it is

[@NeutralDIY]

You are so welcome! I’m so happy you enjoyed it. Yes, faux leather is so fun to make I love finding new ways to make it and use it. Thanks so much for watching! 💕

[@HO-bndk]

The sheet at 1:58 really does look like leather! I'm definitely going to try this once I understand the procedure properly (I'm not sure what "distress ink" is exactly). I wonder why you crumple the paper so much on the other sheets, though. Leather doesn't really crumple like paper does. Many thanks for the great tutorial, though.

[@juliennebrendadevos6004]

Emjoyed watching this vidio on faux lether definetly going to make a journal with a cover like this .

[@deanagarnes2676]

I am going to do this to my floors. I worked in a gallery with this floor treatment. Just wonderful and beautiful the older it becomes.

[@NeutralDIY]

That would be awesome! I’ve never heard of this until someone mentioned it in a comment. Now I’m obsessed! I will be doing this to my craft room floors when I finally have a house!! Good luck to you on your floors!! Thanks so much for watching. 💕

[@Idagramos]

I love this video, thank you so much for sharing. I can't wait to create a journal with this technique of faux leather, it really looks like leather and has that vintage look to it as well. And by the way, I love your voice and no you're not boring nor do you talk too much as you say. You're just fine and your videos are appreciated. You are very informative and inspirational and your sense of humor is a plus. :)

[@Idagramos]

❤

[@welchyv]

This is a great method and I can’t wait to try it. Thanks. I look forward to seeing all of your videos.

[@NeutralDIY]

Thanks! I’m so glad you enjoyed it. I love making faux leather this way. Thanks so much for watching! I Hope you like my other videos. 💕

[@jeanburns4008]

Very interesting, can’t wait to try this out. Thanks

[@2TSB222]

Thank you! I enjoyed your tutorial and giving it a try.

[@annettenepple449]

This is so cool. I'm definitely going to try it. I would love to see the collage pages.

[@NeutralDIY]

Thank you so much! 💕

[@janplater3052]

Thank you from Australian.

[@NeutralDIY]

Thanks for watching!

[@susanstarks3336]

I want to try this. Very cool

[@NeutralDIY]

You definitely should! It’s so fun and amazing that a paper bag could look like leather. Have fun crafting!! 💕

[@annettejohnson1781]

Can you put in the description the formulas for your mixers. I love your process

[@victoriaspencer9446]

I love ur videos and what ur making is excellent content

[@NeutralDIY]

Thank you so much!! I’m so happy to hear you are enjoying my content. 💕

[@victoriaspencer9446]

@@NeutralDIY i thank you and appreciate all u are doing to help us create

[@jenniehawkins9998]

I have made some of this with a different recipe. I use a hair conditioner as a final step. I use the kind that smells really nice.

[@NeutralDIY]

Hi, I have tried with conditioner as well. I may have to try again as mine wasn’t as soft as when I use the water with glycerin. Thanks so much for watching! 💕

[@lericamims]

Beautiful!

[@NeutralDIY]

Thank you so much!💕

[@midgepope8335]

Thanks for the tutorial has some ideas i want to do so again thanks

[@jonimosteller8946]

Very cool!!!great job🧡

[@TheTruckingScribe]

I have tried making faux leather, but I struggle with it. I will try the glycerin and mix the modge podge and distress ink.

[@tripletgirl2484]

NIW U know what to do with the glycerin I have! Great look!

[@NeutralDIY]

Thank you! Yes! Glycerin is great to make faux leather!!! Thanks for watching! 💕

[@helengibson8196]

Such a great video and seems easier than how I have previously tried to make faux leather. I loved the one you did without the wrinkles too that really looked like genuine leather to me. This is the first time I’ve watch your videos so I will subscribe and watch more. Keep being you 🌷

[@NeutralDIY]

Thank you so much! I’m so happy you’re enjoying my videos. Yes, I love the one without wrinkles too. I hope you try to make faux leather this way, it is the only way I make it no matter what type of paper I’m using. If you don’t mind how did you make it? I have two more faux leather videos coming soon. Thanks for watching!! ❤️

[@helengibson8196]

@@NeutralDIY from memory...it was a while ago, I sprayed with water then scrunched up the paper and put a layer of hair conditioner over it. Let it dry. Scrunched it up again and then used distress ink over the creases of the paper. Lightly running the dauber over the raised sections. I think I then scrunched it up again. It turned out quite nice too. I learned this technique from Pam at the Paper Outpost. I look forward to watching your other videos. 🌷

[@LadyJP6969]

Too Cool!!!😎 Thanks for sharing!!! Subscribed!!!

[@NeutralDIY]

Thank you so much! Thanks for watching!💕

[@mstexasg6243]

Loved the tutorial. Decided to buy some vintage re-inker. You can also do this technique to a pizza box, cereal box, rice box...as long as it's thin cardboard. They make for great covers for junk journals.

[@NeutralDIY]

Hi! Thank you so much! I’m so glad you like it. Yes, you definitely can do this technique to any type of paper or cardboard material. I have several faux leather videos using different materials. The reinkers are awesome especially if you mix them with mod podge, makes them last a lot longer. Thanks so much for watching!!

[@einderha]

How much glyserine do you use in the water? And is the mod podge used to achieve the shine effect? Thank you for sharing your knowledge ❤

[@NeutralDIY]

Hi, I usually use 2-3 spoons of glycerine for about half a bottle of water use 3-4 if you fill your bottle all the way. And I only use distilled water. But you can boil it. Yes, the Mod Podge is used for a shine affect and also to protect it. If you would like a matte affect I suggest using a matte medium since even matte Mod Podge still has a shine to it. Thanks so much for watching and commenting!!💕

[@amygilbert3113]

I would have liked to have seen your box and how you did the lid. What's the glycerin/water ratio? TFS

[@NeutralDIY]

Hi! Thank you so much for commenting. I actually have a video for the recipe box and a video all about glycerine on my channel. I use a 4 to 1 ratio, that is 4 oz of water to one teaspoon of glycerine. TFW!! 💕

[@IrisMcnab]

Hi, I am a new subbie...love your tutorial, and I am following along. I live in a very rural place...far away from any city...LOL! I order most of my craft stuff from Amazon, will have to get some Glycerine. I can't wait for it to dry, will use on my Cards. Thanks for sharing this with all of us!

[@NeutralDIY]

Hi, thank you so much. I’m so happy you enjoyed my video. Yes, glycerin definitely makes it feel more like leather. I live in the city and still buy most of my craft stuff from Amazon lol. Thanks so much for watching! 💗

[@MixedMediaCraftsbyDiane]

Thank you for the video. I will have to try this. What size spray bottle did you use, and what is the ratio of glycerin to water? Thank you.

[@NeutralDIY]

You are so welcome!! I use a 8 oz bottle however I only fill mine half way and use 2 tsp of glycerine or whatever 4 squeezes of the bottle equals lol. I believe 2 tsps would be enough for the whole bottle as well but you can add more if you like. I do have a video all about glycerine and how to use it in the craft room here How to use Glycerine for Paper Crafting kzbin.info/www/bejne/qXSsan-wfb2qaM0 Thank you so much for watching!! 💕

[@joannabecker123]

Love this how much glycerin and water did you use thank you

[@NeutralDIY]

Hi! Thanks so much for watching. I add four ounces of water and two teaspoons of glycerine. I just posted a video all about glycerine you can check it out here if you like. How to use Glycerine for Paper Crafting kzbin.info/www/bejne/qXSsan-wfb2qaM0

[@DollhouseTutorials]

Great job. You might want to look up paper bag floors too! You can also save some talking time by pausing your video then starting at the finish of that particular step. Example when you are painting the paper, tell them what to do then pause so you can skip them watching that part. Overall your video was clear enough to understand so you definitely showed e everyone how to do it. Thank you

[@NeutralDIY]

Hi, Thank you so much! I will look that up. Thanks so much for the tip. I have been looking for ways to skip long parts like that. Didn’t think there was a reason to show the whole process. Thanks again and thanks for watching!! 💕

[@NeutralDIY]

Ok, I looked up paper bag flooring, that is awesome! I never would have thought of putting paper on my floor. It gave me an idea for my future craft room. Thanks so much for the tip! 💕

[@Traderjoe]

Do you think there’s a technique that makes a faux leather that is durable enough to withstand a little bit of weather? I was thinking about something like a fake leather panel for the back of a denim jacket. But I want it to be able to be outdoors and not fall apart easily. Maybe some kind of weatherproof sealant? Or even something that could be used on canvas shoes that can handle bending and getting splashed or dirt on it?

[@jn9850]

Try searching momigami (I think that is the correct spelling) there is variations of it.

[@lorraineswilson7959]

Question I was just watching you. Apply the Madge podge with the color for this Pho. Leather, but my question is. Would it be easier to apply it with a sponge rather than A Paint brush just an idea!?

[@NeutralDIY]

Yes! It probably would be much easier to apply the colored mod Podge with a sponge. Not sure why I didn’t think of that. Thank you so much for commenting and watching. I’m so happy to see you’re enjoying my videos! 💕

[@michellejensen3867]

Lovely

[@NeutralDIY]

Thank you so much!!

[@pjaneheil]

Hello, I'm new to this faux leather, but I want to make a leather men's journal, BUT, I would LIKE to have leather both inside and outside, is there a possible way to make two faux leather & sew/stitch them together?? I also want to make a special closure that uses a band, with a 2 inch piece of leather with holes sliding through the band, this protects the signatures so as the papers do not tear. I've seen this on very expensive journals, and want to apply this method to the faux paper bag method, is this something that you would consider doing?

[@NeutralDIY]

Hi, yes! I did this on my faux leather recipe journal. I made a cover to put the book into to protect it. I just glued two pieces together then sewed around the edges. As for the closure I think I understand what you mean. I would definitely try it. The faux leather paper bag is quite sturdy once it’s done and treated so it should work. Good luck! I would love to see the finished product if you would like to share my email is in the description of my videos. You can check out my recipe journal video to see how I made my cover to give you an idea. Thanks so much for watching! How To Make a Faux Leather Book Cover for Recipe Journal | Part 1 kzbin.info/www/bejne/hmSYi3ZvgtyYotE

[@atergfox]

I would like to see the recipe box when you get done.

[@NeutralDIY]

Hi! Thanks for commenting. I have a video of the finished recipe box and the whole process here you can check out. Enjoy! Let’s Make a Vintage Recipe Box kzbin.info/www/bejne/aF6bkIaejb5nbbM

[@BeaErickson]

I’ve seen this treatment for lampshades, just wonder how to keep it light enough to let light pass through.

[@NeutralDIY]

Hmmm, I haven’t heard of it on lamp shades yet. That would be interesting. I’m guessing it would have to be done with light colors or maybe a parchment paper or tissue paper. I don’t think the paper bag wouldn’t allow any light to come through.

[@lorraineswilson7959]

You know what you should do is? You should film for yourself for your own library as a reference point for some of your Designs that you are doing at the time. So that way you won't forget and you don't even have to say show us. It's just something that's where reference for yourself. This is the first time I've been watching you and so far so good. I love the full leather. Look, the bad thing ISIS this. Our stores don't give out brown paper bags. They're either their plastic bags or we have to bring our own. So I would love to find out where I could buy paper bags. But I also found something new. This week is you can buy the paper that you lay down for when you have when you're painting your house. It comes in a reddish brown color and I was doing a project with that this week and it turned out fantastic. It looks like leather so that might be something you might look into and I believe it's from home depot if I'm not mistaken. So check it out. Can't wait to see future and passed videos of yours❤

[@NeutralDIY]

The is a brilliant idea! I have thought of doing something like that or keeping a project book. And you’re right about not being able to get paper bags in some places. However, any type of brown craft paper would work. Or the reddish brown you mentioned. I will definitely try that. Thank you so much for the tips and thanks for watching! 💕

[@sylviabrown6127]

Love It

[@NeutralDIY]

Thank you!!

[@JanisK1953]

I’m late to the party here, and I have questions. Could one use body or face lotion in place of the hair conditioner? What about treating the back side of the bag too?

[@NeutralDIY]

Hi, thanks so much for watching!! I believe you can use body or hand lotion. I’m not too sure about face cream. Deidre from Our Upcycled Life has a video on making faux leather with hand cream. I usually treat both sides of the bag because I am putting the lotion or conditioner on while I a wrinkling it up. However, I only paint one side unless I am using it for something where both sides would show.

[@JanisK1953]

@@NeutralDIY thank you for your reply. I will check her videos too, thank you. 😊

[@JanisK1953]

Can you tell me what else can be done with the Folk Art Chalk Wax? I bought the clear one and now I don’t know what to use it for.

[@NeutralDIY]

Hi, as far as I can tell the clear one is used as a sealer over other paints. Once dry it can be buffed to a sheen. I haven’t tried the clear one yet. I’ve only used the antique wax brown color. I’ve used it on paper for faux leather and wood projects. I hope this helped Please let me know if you have any other questions. Thanks so much for watching!! 💕

[@inezannestes8162]

Thank you

[@ChihuahuamomX3]

Thank you for this video. What is your ratio for the water and glycerin?

[@NeutralDIY]

You are so welcome! Thank you so much for watching. I apologize for not responding sooner. I do a 1 part glycerine to 4 parts water. I’m thinking of doing a video all about glycerine. I get asked a lot about it. Maybe a video would help?

[@ChihuahuamomX3]

@@NeutralDIY , I think that would be very helpful if you would make a video on that. ☺️ Thank you for the info.

[@patnunley2341]

Does it matter the weight or heaviness of the brown paper bag?

[@NeutralDIY]

No, it doesn’t matter. In fact a heavier paper bag would make a thicker piece of faux leather. Thanks so much for watching!! 💕

[@silviargray]

Can the paper be washed if you mod podge both sides?

[@NeutralDIY]

Hi, I had to Google it to find an answer. Mod Podge it not waterproof unless you have the one for fabric, however I’m not certain it would work with paper, I couldn’t find anything on that. Sorry if this isn’t a good answer, it’s all I could find and I have never tried to wash paper that was mod podged. Thanks so much for watching. Have a crafty day!!! 💕

[@kenbillups6194]

Hi I like the faux leather and have saved it! Marietta Billups By the way you didn't use glerseren or lotion. Or I missed it

[@NeutralDIY]

Hi, thank you so much! I do use glycerin mixed in with water that I spray on the paper bag. Hope this helps. Thank you for watching! Good luck with your faux leather! 💕

[@jeannecorsby-hale1009]

Have you ever make a black cover? Thank you!

[@NeutralDIY]

Hi, I haven’t yet but I’ve been wanting to try it. I’ll probably try it this next week. Let me know if you would like me to make a video on it. I would be happy to do that!! Thanks for watching! 💕

[@jeannecorsby-hale1009]

@@NeutralDIY Yes.Please❤️

[@rhondascraftychaos]

New sub LOVE all the great ideas

[@junkjournalingbarbie5007]

first, an airgun is a gun that fires projectiles using energy from compressed air or other gases that are pressurized. next great video! I am also just a new channel and not many comment so far, just a handful so it's sometimes hard to know BUT I do as you said "what i enjoy doing" and it seems to work. For myself my favourite ones to watch is when people are teaching me different techniques, like you did here, or pockets, tags or folding things, I like seeing how others put a journal together and different journals like flip flops, accordian style or new sew, things like that. keep doing what you like doing though and they will find you just like i have. have a great one!

[@NeutralDIY]

Thank you so much! This is very helpful, now I feel I am moving in the right direction. I also like seeing how different people create journals and ephemera to go in them like pockets, envelopes and such. I’ve been really into the folios and flip flop journals lately. Thanks for watching ❤️

[@ankieking5020]

Great video. It's always nice to see how someone else makes the leather from a paper bag, I have done this before with hair conditioner , ut I like the way you do it as well so I will definitely try it, I haven't seen any of your other videos yet, but certainly will have a good look, thank you for sharing your knowledge,

[@junkjournalingbarbie5007]

@@ankieking5020 awe thank you! This literally made my day! Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment, I really appreciate it. I agree that there’s so many ways to do things in this craft, it’s why I love this community of our’s…..I’ll never stop learning from others such as yourself, so thank you for your knowledge too, I definitely will try hair conditioner too one day. Hugs, Barb

[@twillia40]

The actual tutorial starts around 6:52. She starts at 2:34 if you need an ingredient list but she didn’t have a big enough piece of paper and had to start over. Great tutorial though

[@fondasharkey-wyatt9944]

I'm thinking of all kinds of journal/books that can be made from these. Then gifted for others to add their own spin on.

[@NeutralDIY]

Yes!! That is a great idea. Faux leather can be used for so many different projects. The possibilities are endless! Thanks so much for watching. 💕

[@stellacarmella]

Please tell me why do you use glycerine?

[@NeutralDIY]

Hi, I use glycerine because it makes the paper softer and more pliable. In my opinion it makes it feel more like leather. Thanks so much for watching!!

[@ratsika3]

air gun = blow dryer? This is wonderful. Thx

[@NeutralDIY]

Lol, I got mixed up and forgot what it was called. Heat gun! Haha Thank you so much glad you like it!

[@jennyhenke6207]

Could you use this as wallpaper?

[@NeutralDIY]

Hi, I don’t see why not. That is a great idea! People use it on their floors so wall paper would definitely work. Happy crafting!! 💕

[@jennyhenke6207]

@@NeutralDIY Thank you for your soon reply! wow, if it's strong enough to stand foot traffic, it will be perfect as wallpaper!

[@NeutralDIY]

Yes! It works great on the floor. The videos I’ve seen, they put a few coats of varnish on top to make it stronger. Without a varnish it probably wouldn’t hold up for long. I plan to do this on my floor when I finally buy a house!

[@welchyv]

Wouldn’t this be a great idea for the specimen folders.

[@NeutralDIY]

Yes! I was actually just thinking the other day. Brilliant idea. Thanks for watching! 💗

[@susanhaggart3675]

Where do you get Glycerine?

[@NeutralDIY]

Hi, most grocery stores sell glycerine. Also Amazon, vitamin stores like GNC or vitamin Shoppe or stores that sell essential oils. I hope that helps. If you have any more questions please don’t hesitate to ask. Thanks for watching. 💕

[@esthersmart1351]

What do you use on the other side

[@NeutralDIY]

Hi, I don’t use anything on the other side because I’m usually going to be gluing it to card stock or something to turn it into a journal cover. If you don’t plan to use it as a journal then you can do the same thing to the other side. Thanks for watching 🤍

[@guttedxanny8675]

is this durable enough to make a “leather” bound book? i want to make a book but leather and faux leather is so damn expensive 😭😭

[@NeutralDIY]

Yes! It is very durable. I have made several faux leather bound books and they hold up very well. The cover I made for my recipe journal in the video below has held up very well for over a year. Hope that helps. Happy crafting!! How To Make a Faux Leather Book Cover for Recipe Journal | Part 1 kzbin.info/www/bejne/hmSYi3ZvgtyYotE

[@BeaErickson]

Some one I know, did this to finish a floor.

[@NeutralDIY]

Hi! Yeah, I’ve been getting that a lot lately, now I want to do it to my craft room floor whenever I get a house. It looks so cool on the floor. Thanks for watching! 💕

[@karenholst8306]

👍👍👍💕💕💕🇩🇰

[@craftncakewithbillie]

Hi there! This is such a cool idea. I will have to try to make some for my junk journals! Thanks for the idea. I am a new subscriber to your channel. Feel free to drop by my channel as well. Have a great weekend. Hugs🌸🤗🌸🤗🌸

[@NeutralDIY]

Thank you! I’m so happy you like it. Thanks for subbing. I will definitely check out your channel. Thanks for watching! 💕