Making a Vertical Leather Card Wallet By Hand

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Making a Vertical Leather Card Wallet By Hand
This has been our MOST REQUESTED project to date, so we made up a nice vertical leather card wallet pattern and made it up in two different types of leather exteriors. This vertical leather card wallet is handmade using natural vegetable tanned leather with some interesting scraps we had laying around for the exterior shell. The vertical leather card wallet is saddle stitched by hand using waxed poly threads. This leather card wallet is a fun diy leather crafting project, and can be made with about 1 sq ft of leather using the pattern we've made available!
Make sure to keep the leather wallet edges nice and straight using a ruler, then some sand paper mounted on your workbench once you've trimmed the final design. You can fit a whole bunch of credit cards and folded up cash in this vertical card wallet design.

[@therealblurrybarber]

I'm glad to see I'm not the only one who doesn't really use a stitching pony. I feel like I can do it faster without one

[@The_Man734]

its the opposite for me

[@grimwulf8547]

I like how you have the sandpaper flat on the table to get a flatter burnished edge. Thank you so much for that tip. not sure why I never thought of it before!

[@whazee]

Love this, thank you for making the template available. I definitely want to give this a try. 🤗

[@xderiwx]

Once it's completed, do you do anything to help it fold over and stay closed, or just let it break-in naturally with use?

[@Jesusisfaithful22]

WOW IT'S SO RELAXING TO COME BACK ON YOUR CHANNEL AND SEE SUCH AMAZING WORK, I HAVE BEEN REALLY CRAZY BUSY WITH MY SON IS CANCER SPREAD NOW I STOLE A MINUTE AWAY TO CHECK OUT YOUR CHANNEL AND IF COURSE I AM I LOVE EVERYTHING THAT YOU DO. THANKS SO MUCH FOR SHARING THIS INCREDIBLE VIDEO I TRULY ENJOYED IT

[@Corter]

hi Tracey! Good to see you back! So sad to head about your son, our thoughts are with you :)

[@Jesusisfaithful22]

@@CorterTHANK YOU SO MUCH I AM TRULY GRATEFUL FOR THE PRAYERS, I AM SO THANKFUL FOR ALL YOUR AMAZING VIDEOS KEEP UP THE EXCELLENT WORK.

[@CantrellLeatherGoods]

So nice! Great job showing that you don’t need costly equipment to put out superior and finely crafted products....(but it sure do help 😉😁). Another beautiful video yall!

[@Corter]

Thank you so much! We think it's important to show that it doesn't take much to enjoy leather craft, you can make a whole lot of nice stuff with a few simple hand tools :)

[@CantrellLeatherGoods]

@@Corter I believe that too and try to practice it as well. I'm so glad that you have this channell, I think it's important.... and really cool. :-)

[@MaghnusmacanGhabhann]

I have done some leather work myself but you sir make it look effortless. I applaud your craftsmanship and your attention to detail. Every cut you make looks perfect, I have a hard time cutting a straight line with a straight edge. I also love the way you shoot your video's it is so soothing and calming its as though I'm meditating.

[@Prime-808]

What I absolutely love about your designs? The fact that even from a distance, you know it's a Corter! THE reason why, I am purchasing one for me and my father :D > No shortcuts.. All Leather :D Corter > Designer Brands

[@fredpfeiljr6450]

I really enjoy seeing the projects you create, and a glimpse of the steps to how they are constructed. I also really enjoy the "style" or way you are doing your videos. I really like it ! Just bought the pattern and going to give it a try! Thanks for all the great videos !

[@thetrailhunter4469]

Is anyone else’s favourite bit when he burns the excess thread? 🤤

[@xkaosxvpx8165]

The Trail Hunter yeah I don’t know how he does it, mine looks weird

[@dave5880]

Another great video thanks for taking the time to share your work and offer patterns

[@Corter]

Thank you so much! We're psyched to finally get some patterns out in the world :)

[@TheSethhunt]

$4.00 for the pattern is charitable!

[@crowstray]

watching this with lofi music is pure bliss.

[@stormbringer206]

Love your Videos and Patterns. Just finished this wallet, came out Great!

[@rfleecs]

Nicely done....again! Beautiful work!!!

[@_Moahan60]

Very nice

[@ahmedghandour1723]

So simple so beautiful

[@beepIL]

Can you please tell me what leather do you use here in this video? Yes i know the weaverleathersupply selection, but which one did you pick for this project? do you have a type you usually use? in your products?

[@nasrumomin]

i have been watching your video as always very very nice work can you please tell me what chisel are you using 3mm or 5mm for stitching please?

[@tylerjensen8126]

Is the shell like two pieces of 3oz or a 4-5oz with a 2oz liner?

[@Dbt7be]

Amazing edge work!! Taking notes :)

[@ahmedyoniss6379]

Wow very good work big leather fan and l want to learn ..follower from Egypt

[@JJCGCAZ]

Great job as usual!!👍🏽

[@Hankster651]

I bought the pattern and am currently making this wallet. There seems to be one problem with the pattern, though. The "Top Pocket Guide" in the pattern is not like the one used in the video. The one in the pattern seems to be missing the top 1/2 inch. Or am I looking at something wrong? Love your videos by the way!

[@Vzzzx739]

I wish they saw your comment and fixed the pattern. I bought the pattern and got confused there too. I think it's a solid 1cm that's missing.

[@milaoktasafitri]

thanks you,, nice wallet

[@kog1609]

Made this for the first time yesterday. My first folding wallet. Awesome pattern. Definitely recommend as a first folding wallet. Easy to follow and good practice for first T pockets. Why did you use the dividers on the outside too? Any specific reason when punched from inside? Is it a line for the thread to sit in?

[@lgall35]

Thank you for sharing the process. I'll give it a try 😍

[@NailsByKillian]

I suddenly want to try making a wallet.... Knowing ill probably fail.... But im loving these videos 😍

[@justinwilsoncustoms6520]

Love your work and your videos.....just mega !

[@LarryReynolds591]

Yes

[@Cpalm]

Any tricks or secrets on how to get the needle to go through the leather so seamlessly? Maybe I'm using thicker leather or thicker thread but I'm always having to tug the need through when saddle stitching. Great videos :)

[@Corter]

Thanks! I think it all depends on your materials - thread type, thickness, needle and hole size, etc will all effect how easy/hard it is to sew. Finding a combo that works for you is a lot of trial and error

[@ztynzo0]

As always, very nice!

[@monicabarros7200]

Could you share the PDF, or the measurements? It's beautiful. Thank you very much.

[@arizpe94]

Not going to make any to sell on the site?

[@51watty]

What's that chalk you used to sharpen the tool called?

[@AcapRoseknightDrummer]

haha, the way you sand it is what i usually do because I'm lazy to tear down the sandpaper into smaller pieces 🤣

[@jimmyd2855]

I’d like to own a Westin vertical chestnut leather do you sell it and if you do how much do you charge

[@Skocztu]

What is white in a jar for spreading the edges ???

[@millbankbagsusa2037]

Really like the chestnut brown. ray, Oklahoma

[@jazielestrada2077]

Millbank Bags USA Oklahoma gang!!!!

[@robioavion]

Is this wallet for sale? Id love to purchase one.

[@SkinnyWaterVibes]

Love your work! Bought those irons and the edge beveler. Returned the beveler as it only seems to work on 5oz plus. I noticed it does that on your thinner pieces as well. Either way, beautiful work!

[@JustinNRyneEdwards]

Where did you get your branding stamp made?

[@morgansweeley6630]

I bought the pattern and the template to mark the top of the pocket A, you cut it above the line that is on the pattern to cut out, which makes sense… But the pattern the only cut line will make it the same size as pocket B, and it should be the size (height) so you can mark where the top of pocket A goes?? Right?? So it’s basically a guessing game as to where to place pocket A

[@sueiversen4916]

Can you tell me the thickness of the leather you are using? Thanks

[@Camilio91]

Hello, I bought this pattern. I would have liked to know what thickness in mm of leather did you use? Soft leather? THANK YOU

[@deknaafficionado]

What leather thickness is used? Thanks

[@albertorostagno4615]

How do you keep the stitching straight on the inside and out? I do the groove for the stitching on both sides but when I use the irons on the inside it’s straight and out side all over the place

[@SteveGarelick]

I have the exact same problem. One side is nice and straight and the other side can get wavy. I think it's the fact that I may not be keeping the stitching chisel perfectly vertical. Would love to hear how does it; my guess is that it's just practice.

[@prepsolar787]

Do you sell the wallet already made?

[@ra8620]

Lovely thanks from London 😻

[@marlonvidartediccion9054]

Hello, beautiful work. Question, the leather how many millimeters thick?

[@Corter]

we use 3oz, which I believe is around 1.2mm?

[@marlonvidartediccion9054]

@@Corter Hi. What does Oz mean in your country?

[@jecottrelltube]

@@marlonvidartediccion9054 That is our abbreviation for "ounces". It's a bizarre way of specifying thickness by weight.

[@polstergeist9361]

Where i can get that knife?what it's name?

[@chris_topher1984]

this might be a stupid question, i don't know anything about leather craft, but can things like this be made without the rubber cement or contact cement or whatever the bonding adhesive is?

[@Corter]

Not a stupid question! You could in theory pre-punch all the holes on the individual pieces and line them up to stitch them together, but it would be adding a very unnecessary level of difficulty to the process when a bit of glue makes the whole thing go 10x faster (and makes for a much more tidy final result). There are eco-friendly leather glues that can be used, you can even use Elmer's school glue to act as a third hand if fumes are an issue.

[@chris_topher1984]

@@Corter thank you for the reply, i really appreciate you taking the time to answer my question.

[@fredpfeiljr6450]

What type of leather is the darker color? is it english bridle?

[@TheTryHardDad]

How do you guys always get your stitching to fall perfect over your butted panels of your pockets every single time?

[@machomaamtrannysavage9642]

How much for the dark brown one?

[@monicabarros7200]

Está hermoso!! Podrías compartir las medidas por favor?

[@jacopomerlini0405]

What glie did u used

[@dvyt433]

Late to this party... but still relevant question. When I use my chisel like that to make the stitching holes after about 2 layers, it is almost impossible to remove the chisel, the friction in the leather holds it so firmly I can barely remove it with pliers. All the movement just destroys the shape of the holes. I have given up on some pieces as I had to cut the chisel out and throw the work piece away. I have tried sharpening, and waxing them. The only way I have been able to work is to make holes in one layer of leather, and then push an awl through the rest of the way, but it doesnt look very nice.

[@newfoundcars]

If your using leather thicker than 3-4 oz its too thick especially for wallets. You might also want to try a different chisel set like KemonCrafts pricking irons.

[@W11MJC]

Are these for sale?

[@apn2b]

Hi man. What kind of glue?

[@maezimmerman2340]

Can you show how you start and end of hand sewing technique please

[@bjornjae]

This looks amazing, would it be possible to make something like this but trifold? Like another page on the middle.

[@AirSofter241]

When I try making a straight cut using my knife and a steel ruler (particularly on smaller pieces) the ruler always moves at the end and ruins it. Even when I press down on it with every bit of strength in my arm it just slides over. Any advice on how to prevent that?

[@TheSethhunt]

Gclamp it to the bench

[@Jer0867]

Hit the gym! 😂

[@AirSofter241]

@@Jer0867 I’ve since learned my problem was using plain steel rulers. Cork backed is the way to go.

[@Jer0867]

@@AirSofter241 I've used steel rulers on all sorts of surfaces for the last 40 or so years (metal, wood, leather, fabrics etc.) without any problems. It must be your technique, as the rulers don't really vary.

[@AirSofter241]

@@Jer0867 congratulations

[@nazariojuarez3156]

Master piece.. How can I buy a wallet from you?

[@maezimmerman2340]

Hi! Are you based in the US?

[@ابراهيمابوحر]

What is the name of the dye

[@tammypearsall-jones1196]

Do u stitch with one needle versus 2? It's difficult to see your technique. Beautiful stitching 💜 so neat

[@Corter]

Thank you! We do a traditional two-needle saddle stitch, just without a stitching pony

[@Serenitees]

Great stitching! What size needle and thread do you use?

[@annwaters9484]

looks like you are using two different kinds of leather here. What are they and what is their thickness???? thanks

[@Corter]

Both are 3oz veg, one's drum dyed brown :) There's a full list of materials in the description if you'd like to check them out - first link!

[@andrewrobinson6703]

Need that with a money clip inside.

[@_KDG_]

What are you smearing the inside of the skin? 2:21

[@Corter]

that's contact cement :)

[@deanbriggs5058]

How do you keep your edge bevellers sharp??

[@Corter]

We use Weaver Leather's strop board, makes it super simple!

[@treeba531]

Are you gonna add these to your site to purchase?

[@Corter]

Probably not the actual wallets, but the pattern is available if you'd like to make your own!

[@ghulammurtaza7406]

I want to purchase cow pure leather vertical hand made half long wallet. Plz send picture with price

[@aidynachmetov1131]

Nice , so good 👍

[@tanboi1105]

What is the thickness of the leather

[@jazielestrada2077]

Lucas Tan pretty sure it’s 3oz or 1.2mm

[@heshramsis5038]

any discount code ! ?

[@deanbriggs5058]

Is that 2-3oz leather?? Is it the same for all pieces??

[@nkosiakinlabi3135]

He said in another reply 3 oz. throughout

[@nicholasheitzman2160]

great video as usual. Thanks for the upload. As a fan of Weldwood as well I have to ask - What do you use to thin it down?

[@Corter]

Thanks! We don't thin it down at all, but we use the small bottles because we toss them the minute they get too thick (which happens in probably 5 days of using a bottle with the opening and closing).

[@xderiwx]

Awesome video, going to purchase the pattern right now! Got a quick question for you. Does doubling up on the back panel piece serve any function other than aesthetics? It seems like it makes the wallet stronger, but also more difficult to fold/close. Is this step optional? Thanks!

[@Corter]

Thanks! Doing a liner means the entire piece is grain side, there's no flesh showing - it's aesthetically super nice, but longevity wise it's a bonus because the flesh side will degrade faster than the grain side if you're taking cards in and out often. If you use thick leather you'll risk the piece being hard to close, but if you use thin leather you'l be fine - we use 3oz leather throughout, so doubling up with a good solid glue job means the body is 6oz which is just thick enough for some structure without being bulky :)

[@xderiwx]

Corter Leather Hi! Thanks for the information, I really appreciate it! I purchased the pattern and I have some natural veg tan ready to go. Just about perfect, it’s 3/4oz. So with the grain side being folded back on itself (inside liner), should I do anything as far as conditioning or oil? I’ve never made a lined piece yet, so I’m just curious if something like that ever starts cracking or requires anything to help with wear n’ tear. I’ll put them together with contact cement. 👍🏿 Thanks!

[@Corter]

It'll behave just like any other piece made from natural veg, I'd condition it as you normally would other pieces

[@xderiwx]

Corter Leather Corter Leather Hi guys! I have one more question if you don’t mind. I’m about half way through, and ready for the final stitching. For a project like this where you are stitching in one continuous run, do you start your stitching run with a back stitch or only finish the run with back stitching? If so, how many back stitches would you typically do on a wallet like this? I couldn’t really tell from the video. I’m familiar with stitching things like card wallets, where you can back stitch at the beginning and the end of the run since there’s a break in the run. But for something like this where you’ll be starting and ending at the same hole, it seems like that first/last hole would be really full if you started with a back stitch? Thanks!

[@pirata00001]

Great video, very instructive. The final product looks nice but also a bit too bulky and hard to fold. Wouldn't it be better to line it with fabric or leave the back of the external layer exposed?

[@Joellisson-117]

Adorei

[@MacBookAir-cu4fb]

Question: are you reusing the leather on which you wrote the sponsor information? If not, wouldn’t it be cool to make some very minimalistic wallets and do giveaways once in a while.? I mean if the leather doesn’t do anything than laying around that would be a cool alternative to „recycle“ that leather and give it a new life! Just a thinking from me! ;)

[@Corter]

the leather with the sponsor info has been the same piece the whole time :) but we do make what we call "scrap wallets" from time to time, which is wallets made from the branded sections of hides or pieces of partially dyed/printed leather. In Japan the branded part of the hide is often times considered the most special/lucky, as there is only one per hide!

[@MacBookAir-cu4fb]

Corter Leather That is actually amazing as I never noticed it was the same! This again speaks for your great camera work!!😂👌🏼👌🏼 Then forget what I’ve said! I’m really glad I found your Chanel! I will probably order some leather as well and test a bit! 👍🏼😊

[@nathanielzaharia9630]

So amazing. You make it look so easy. Can I ask why you put a piece of leather beneath your work piece, and on top of your pound board?

[@TheRealLordKittens]

My guess is that it makes removing to pricking iron easier and does less damage to the pound board.

[@rahathossain8999]

how about you build a louis vuitton pocket organizer

[@АлексейНовожилов-ф5ъ]

Всё отлично,только кнопки не хватает.

[@dovanheim4062]

What glue do you use? Great work by the way :D

[@Corter]

We tend to use whatever the local hardware store has in stock because we're terrible at remembering to order it! Barge or Weldwood mostly :)

[@dovanheim4062]

@@Corter Thanks :D

[@georgevalerio1027]

Where's the compartment for the money?

[@ДенисНемчинов-у5х]

What made the cloth, which you naturale angles, after applying the wax?

[@kathrian4232]

4$ x pattern?

[@marcelocolque9780]

Porque. Siempre cortan al centro y no. A un costabo les. Gusta despedí iar. Material

[@aydenbauereis783]

Is this wallet really 4 dollars??

[@Hankster651]

The PATTERN is $4.

[@SeptienPatterson]

Stupid question but where does the cash go?

[@Tlos88]

its a card wallet. its not meant for cash haha.

[@Corter]

bills fit in the large pocket behind the cards folded once :) but you'd want a bifold wallet to fit paper money without folding

[@AaronPendergast]

Great video! Question though.. why did you mark your stitching lines on the outside and inside, when you punched your holes from the inside? Thank you!

[@ginnalhouvum2719]

I like to have very much,

[@chrishickson7684]

Order the Pattern and there was no attachment included when you sent me an email still have not recieved was ordered tuesday

[@Corter]

just resent the email with the download link to your gmail account, if you do not receive it let me know!

[@grichkabogdanoff6244]

It's too bad you can not close it. It seems to stay open.

[@ExploreBrazilNow]

Negative, I made one and works pretty well

[@bayulesmana2339]

pedit sia ku polaa

[@ИванИванов-х9г2с]

8 marta☺!!!!!

[@nasserm7063]

I bought this pattern today and I don't know if the pattern will be sent or the wallet .... My inquiry was not answered by you

[@Corter]

if you bought the pattern, you only receive the pattern itself in an email for you to download :)

[@nasserm7063]

@@Corter Its only 4$ i don't now . An now to day nothing ...thanks for answers I used the link under the video to buy.

[@blkcat1254]

I hate it when people waste leather, it is too costly to waste it?

[@رضاالسيدحكيم]

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍😍🎼