Making the Casper! - The Disappearing Ghost Wallet! (Bonus - Shop Anvil Introduced!)

[@gaminggazonk]

I rarely ever seen a video that shows how to be precise and accurate. This is the first, and I took up the hobby since last year June. This gentleman really takes time on aspects where most of newer people go wrong but without having to mention it, I just can pick up “yeah, true, that part the stitch holes didn’t line up” or “how the f do I cut straight?” And I struggled a lot with the latter as sometimes I cut too much on the line or too less and spending extra time restarting or shaving off. This is a great video and professional

[@MasconLeather]

Thank you for that! And thanks for watching

[@jeffcorrell1280]

All the old videos with you writing out the process definitely led to the mystery of the man behind the camera. But since you've gotten in front of the camera I really enjoy hearing you talk to the process. I also feel like it gives you more opportunity to explain more in depth. Continue being awesome, Artie

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks, sir!!! The talking makes the editing process twice as complicated. So instead of 50 hours to edit a video, it’s now 70. 😆

[@jamesj2014]

No body does it better. Your work is a pleasure to watch. Thanks Artie.

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks for that, James!

[@charlottecolley6966]

You talking & explaining makes such a great addition!

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks!!

[@pezwezxx]

The voice over is a definite plus... Always enjoy watching your work!

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks !!

[@CopyCatGarage]

Thank you. I enjoy the way you present your content. very low key yet informative... And you don't get bent out of shape when your significant other yells out when your filming... You just roll with it. Considering this is a two year old video I am hoping that you got the milk.

[@MasconLeather]

Thank you! Yes. I got the milk. 😉

[@ruudvaneeken5317]

I love your work. You have got yourself a dutch fan.

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks !!!

[@ConorMakes]

Love the voice overs, adds so much to your already top quality videos. Some brilliant tip thank you

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks for that!!

[@thejonathandoan]

Thank you for sharing your design process and the iterations between steps. This is really helpful for those of us who are either starting a leather business or are getting back into it!

[@MasconLeather]

I’m glad I could help!

[@robbflint3022]

I've watched alot of your videos and its taught me alot. I'm so much faster at cutting out stuff and making it look awesome especially my edges. Thankyou for your information and shareing it.

[@shanemorin4837]

Home run Artie!! You explained that beautifully. You are master at your craft, Cheers 🥃🥃 I appreciate you

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks, sir!! And thanks for watching!

[@travishaskell6897]

I've just gotten into leather craft as a hobby to help keep my mind occupied while trying to quit smoking...I'm definitely going to watch a lot of these videos for points and motivation.

[@MasconLeather]

Perfect! Thanks for watching!

[@garylaurent4196]

You are an inspiration I’ve watched your stuff over and over …love it

[@MasconLeather]

Thank you!!!

[@jeffreycrossin427]

Don't forget to get the milk. But seriously I watch the videos to get the feel on how different people do the same thing. I like some of your techniques thanks👍

[@gabrielchartrand5641]

See this video 10 times and it still awesome...learning lots ...don't stop making videos man

[@MasconLeather]

Thank you for that!!! And thanks for watching!

[@gabrielchartrand5641]

You're totally welcome sir

[@Porsche964Guy]

Glad to see you back - missed your videos. Best leather crafter videos on KZbin by far, and some of the best production period. For me, I like both the voice and non-voice content. You inspire.

[@MasconLeather]

Thank you for that!!

[@tejaswisreenivas9356]

Matter of fact, your coffee looks delicious than wallet itself.

[@andwjy]

Wouldn't recommend drinking the wallet... But I guess everybody has their own taste.

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks!!!

[@Stillnapie]

On a Thursday.... ok... Really enjoyed hearing you talk Artie, nice new dimension. As always well done!!!

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks!!! Yeah, I didn’t have time to wait for tomorrow release... so I just tossed it up today.

[@Cheez1979]

You’ve got me wanting to get into leather work

[@MasconLeather]

Perfect! I’ve got you covered. And thanks for watching!

[@russgonnering]

Incredibly informative and enjoyable.

[@F.N.G.RC1]

Great looking minimalist wallet

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks!!!

[@markgettemeyer1145]

Love the simplicity of this piece - and that leather is drop dead gorgeous.

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks!!

[@heinzwillemoesdueholm8511]

As always - this is great Artie. And so cool that you are talking through the process.

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks!!! Sometimes, the taking just makes it a bit easier to articulate the complicated bits. I’m trying! Thanks for watching!

[@thedoctor3459]

Everything you made of leather is beautiful, I love watching your work

[@MasconLeather]

Thank you for that!!! And thanks for watching!

[@lenklauck8268]

Great vid bro! Really enjoy the speaking through the video.

[@MasconLeather]

Thank you!!

[@purpleroseB]

Nice! I have a grandson (11 yo in June) who wants grandma to make him a wallet.. Guess his name! Yeah, you got it, his name is Casper! But I need to do something different since kids use coins... And I'm so new in this that I have some thin leather, and thread and a darned good imagination! Just have to get a nice design... And I don't have any fancy tools to make nice edges .. and no stitch pony. I would had a great help from one so I 'll make me one... 👍 I might be a crazy grandma, but I make it somehow! And he will be happy! Thinking using zipper for the coins. Have sewn zippers before but not in leather... Exciting! I'll make it! 😉

[@MasconLeather]

Awe !!!! Love this !!!! My first stitch pony was about 10 minutes to make. And scrap wood from garage. And , it worked !

[@purpleroseB]

@@MasconLeather I went to the hard ware store today and they didn't have what I needed.. 😏 I might have to figure out another solution to my stitch pony.. I will find a way. I'm a grandmother with imagination so I'll work it out. There's no hurry.. 😎

[@MasconLeather]

Time is a good thing to have. And make it fun. No pressure

[@aaronperkins3890]

Love the video, great combination of your voice and other sounds. Love your products, if I didn't make my own I'm sure I'd be buying one of everything.

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks, Aaron!! And thanks for watching!

[@a.n.csound4468]

Simple and very cool !!! Love it sir !! 😍😍😍👌🏻🙏🏻😊

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks!!

[@EthosFred]

Great video. I like all your stuff but this was definitely the best.

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks for that!!

[@genegreen4860]

From Rusha with love coffee and leather😉 nice job 👍

[@MasconLeather]

😆 thanks!!! ☕️ 🥃

[@MrRobLarkins]

Interesting to see how you created the test wallet first. I'm getting great ideas from your videos. Thank you

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks for watching!

[@sincitysanta]

Entertaining and Educational....as always

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks, Eric!! And thanks for watching!!

[@lisaarcher6091]

Really nice design and functionality on that shop anvil. Adding to my list of "tools" to get from you soon. Also enjoying hearing your voice and the explanations of things as you go. Continued Blessings on you and your family. :)

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks for that!! Let us know when you’re ready and we’ll get you squared away !

[@fredpfeiljr6450]

GREAT video Artie! Once again you set the bar very high, with superb craftsmanship, and tremendous videography. I can't begin to guess how many hours it takes to edit a video like this. I really appreciate all the work and effort you put into the craft and your sharing and teaching!

[@MasconLeather]

😆. I was just telling someone ... the voice edits now make the 50 hour editing process a 70 hour process

[@cadaddy357]

Thank you for sharing your technique and experience. Much appreciated. Love your work!

[@MasconLeather]

Thank you for the comments and for watching!

[@randallhorton8480]

Enjoying the videos. Thanks.

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks, sir!!

[@_letoa_337]

sorry, could you please give the dimensions of the two templates at the beginning of the video

[@MasconLeather]

See my website

[@tasweergadhiya2669]

hahaha. perfect name, casper. i love it. you're the only one i adore. thank you sir for your sharing wisest experiences and tricks. i am an architect so i can understand that how much those little things and small details importance. its all about perfection. you're great. i have been your subscriber since the very beginning.

[@MasconLeather]

Thank you so much for all of that! And thanks for watching!

[@fordlav]

Fantastic job Sir. Great video Great learning lessons.

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks!!! And thanks for watching!

[@Даниил_Новиков]

A hatchet and a hammer from railroad casters, that's chic

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks! My son is a blacksmith and makes them. instagram.com/mascon_forge

[@kylecollier7662]

Another great video! Thanks for sharing.

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks, Kyle! And thanks for watching!

[@TheDbEMT]

New subscriber... I have been on the fence about getting into leather working. I enjoy working with my hands to create and this medium is awesome. Thank you for the inspiration.

[@MasconLeather]

Perfect! And thanks for subscribing!

[@sincityleather2804]

This is really nice my friend. Thanks for sharing your know 👍🏼

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks!!

[@aligatorquaney4881]

You're amazing and funny. Love all the videos, very informative. Thank you

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks for that!!! I think it’s ok to have fun and learn at the same time. Thanks for watching!

[@musicandcoffee2853]

Always such fantastic work. Enjoyed it my friend 👍🏼

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks for the continued support!!

[@Viking_Kong]

I love your videos and I always look forward to the next one. It's so cool to see that I'm not the only one who uses Velcro to keep my leather rolled up! Great video! Keep 'em comin'!

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks for watching !!!

[@Gaia111]

So thankful!! Everything in your video is made with passion man! Thanks 🙏

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks for that!! And thanks for watching!

[@shaunmccarthy8174]

Good vibe man...isn't it just great to make stuff...🤙

[@MasconLeather]

🤘

[@shaunmccarthy8174]

@@MasconLeather if ur like me and always looking for cool ideas check out silicone ashtrays..sounds wierd but slick for a mobile tabletop tool caddy ..won't dull tools..Amazon got a bunch ..glow in the dark too.hahaha...

[@aleksandrfrost659]

Thanks for doing great job. You know, you have a lot of fans, here, in Russia))

[@MasconLeather]

Thank you for that!!

[@alexanders.montes7131]

You should make a cigar leather case for two Churchill cigars!!!!👍👍

[@MasconLeather]

I did a pen / cigar case. 👍

[@tazccl]

Great video thanks for making it.

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks!!! And thanks for watching!

[@dam5959]

Good video I usually like the videos better when no one is talking some people get very wordie ( talk too much) I do enjoy you talking thru your videos and as always I enjoy watching you work.

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks!! I’m not a big talker, obviously. 😆

[@tfildaed]

Fourth or fifth time watching this. Love your videos!

[@MasconLeather]

Thank you for that!!

[@tonyyong]

Thanks for sharing, this great video

[@MasconLeather]

Thank you!

[@Commongoodleathercraft]

Love your videos man

[@MasconLeather]

Thank you for that!!! And thanks for watching!

[@Darkeklaw]

Wonderful video man. As always. Motivates me to finish a belt project a co-worker's mother is buying from me. Got the belt all done, it's based of Rey's belt from Star Wars. Now just gotta make the phone pouch for it.

[@MasconLeather]

Perfect! I’m glad I can inspire!

[@johnhull2941]

need to make one of these >nice one< i like it

[@souvdish]

They must call you "Tappy McGee" down at the pub, because jeeee whizz you love to tap stuff! Tappetty tap tap tapperoo! Good work also.

[@MasconLeather]

😆

[@richardknapper7533]

Another great video.

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks, Richard!!

[@pbalcommissioner3879]

Love the new format!!

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks for that! And thanks for watching!

[@rodneyh3226]

I love watching your videos man. They have helped me alot in my leather crafting. Keep up the good work!

[@MasconLeather]

Perfect!! Thanks for taking the time to comment!

[@maddawgnoll]

I test everything I make before I make it for anyone else. Right now I'm one year with one of my wallet designs. I'd say it's a great design. Minor adjustments to be made after I get moved into new place. Cost me 5 bucks for some scrap leather and some thread.

[@MasconLeather]

Perfect!!

[@imran77ify]

Nice work 👏 👌 👍

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks and thanks for watching!!

[@imran77ify]

@@MasconLeather Thanks from bottom of my heart and I'm learning alot by watching your videos, sir do you provide any courses for leather craft work please do enroll me

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks again!!! I gave 70+ videos here on KZbin. All free.

[@nathanrainwater1657]

Thank you for sharing!

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks, Nathan!

[@heddaacevedo]

Thank you for sharing this video lots of good techniques ❤️❤️❤️

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks for watching!!

[@Just_Mike27]

Nice work

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks!

[@krabbly]

Thank you. Very nice 👍👍👍

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks! And thanks for watching!

[@jeffschutte8497]

Nice work! Thank you!

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks, Jeff!

[@rationalbushcraft]

Very nice. What I would like to see is instructions for an RFID blocking wallet. I can't figure the best way to line it with the rfid blocking cloth. Sandwiching a cut up soda can works but using the cloth I think would be more professional as you wouldn't have to hide it. Anyway that is my vote. A minimalist RFID blocking wallet.

[@MasconLeather]

I won’t be showing that ... my wallets are already too complex and thick, I’m not in the market to add more. 😆

[@21RIP]

Good morning!

[@MasconLeather]

Hey!!!

[@mrz6462]

Artist!

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks !!

[@jamesthe-doctor8981]

Very nice!

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks!!!!

[@squidbo63]

Tell us the story behind your awesome coffee mugs!

[@MasconLeather]

😆 my family owned an antique shop in the 70s and 80s. So a lot of my photo props and mugs are from there.

[@JACK_TheAllSeeingEye]

Awesome sauce!👍✨🍁

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks, sir!!! And thanks for watching!!

[@russellcrase1983]

Awesome! More vids!

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks!!! Be sure to check out the previous 50+ videos if you haven’t already. 🤘

[@russellcrase1983]

I think ive watched them all. 👍

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks for that!

[@squidbo63]

There's lots of really great leather craftsmen and craftswomen here on YT, but yours are the most fun to watch. What's the stuff in the jar you use for edge burnishing?

[@MasconLeather]

Thank you so much for that!!! (Burnishing stuff is a proprietary blend of goo)

[@jeeptuff]

I still have a hell of a time punching holes for stitching, any good pointers on getting descent holes. I have a couple sets of the Tandy Pro pricking irons. Can’t get a good line close to the edge (on the stitching line).

[@MasconLeather]

Maybe try backing off edge some. And the rest is just practice and patience

[@sethswain6401]

I love watching and learning from your videos. I do have one question...Who made the spike hammer for you?

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks! My son, “mascon forge” made the hammer. He’s on Instagram

[@Grumpyjoe301]

love your work!!!!!

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks, Larry!

[@MultiGizmo1985]

Great, as usual!

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks!! And thanks for watching!

[@mikepower4113]

Great video. Where did you get the scuffer? Didn't see the link. Thanks

[@MasconLeather]

My son makes them. @mascon_forge

[@johnbaker3082]

Nic simple design very clean

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks!

[@williamedward4044]

Is that White mud Tokonole? Wallet looks great by the way.

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks!!! I’ll reveal the white mud eventually

[@marcclapton]

Great video!! Loving the tutorial style vids.

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks!!

[@readytostartshooting]

Love my new bump gigs thanks there awesome!!!

[@MasconLeather]

Perfect!!! Thank you!

[@abrahamcastellanos8510]

Hi great video once again. Where did you get your stitching irons?

[@MasconLeather]

The 15 teeth chisels were made by Kevin lee

[@realaltportal]

Nice work!

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks!!

[@watcherbd45]

I see you using cloth to do some sage burnishing to a lot of your projects,,, can you please tell me what cloth that is. I would also like to ask you to do a video on what kind and where you get all your leather. Thank you so much for all the vids a because i think i can speak for a lot of us in KZbin land we love watching you. They are fun to watch and i myself learn a lot. Thanks again !!!!

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks !!! I use cheap drop cloth canvas on edges.

[@watcherbd45]

@@MasconLeather awesome thank you. Do you have a vid on the leather you use. I could not find it if you do.

[@MasconLeather]

I get my leather from Horween. 🤘

[@liamdixon8163]

Awesome 😎

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks! And thanks for watching!

[@bjbenavides5172]

Love your work. You make it look easy boss

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks!!

[@JohnTBlock]

Simple, stylish work, as usual... tell me, is all Horween leather horse hide? Never used it, curious...

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks!!! It’s 99% cow

[@watcherbd45]

I am new to the leather craft and I want to tell you that I really enjoying your vids, you are A very good teacher even without talking so please keep them coming for all of us out here wanting to learn and just enjoy watching... I have searched for the stitching irons that you use but i cant see anywhere where you have them listed. Can you please tell me where you get them. The products you make are awesome as well and i for one have no imagination so i so much enjoy watching all the products you make. Thanks in advance.

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks for all of that !!! Kevin lee (Instagram) makes my chisels

[@watcherbd45]

@@MasconLeather thanks. Does he make them for other people ?

[@MasconLeather]

Absolutely! It’s his business. instagram.com/kevinlee4426?igshid=t006fvkl92d0

[@watcherbd45]

@@MasconLeather thank you very much,,, i will be buying some products from him.

[@michaelvoshell6911]

Artie, I have a quick question. I have seen you use some sort of white glue or something that you spread over the inside of the leather. Is this a simple white glue? If so, are you using it to smooth the inside of the wallets to make them more professional in appearance? I am still fairly new to working with leather and have learned A LOT from your videos. I have gone back to re watch some of them several times. Thanks for all the time you put into what you do. You are no doubt one of the most inspirational people I have never met. Michael from Tennessee (Buffalo Valley Leatherworx)

[@MasconLeather]

Hey!!! I answer that exact question in my “32 questions” video 2 weeks ago. My most asked question over the last 5 years. It was why I did the video. It’s here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/qmLOYYdphd18eNE

[@thejohnbeck]

nice Eames Lounger!

[@mikebloom2]

Thank you so much for sharing your wisdom, and the work you put into the vibe of the videos. I have learned so much from you, and enjoy watching you create. I do of course have a question- you went cowboy on the top holes with the awl, but I couldn't follow what the reason for that is. When should we be using an awl in stitch holes? Thanks in advance.

[@tnttrading-monkeyfund]

Still trying to find the 'White Mud' link in your videos

[@MasconLeather]

Watch the q and a video. It explains it all

[@bs78315]

Another great video thank you

[@Alkatraz415]

Thanks for the video

[@MasconLeather]

Thanks for watching!!

[@Death-qb6kh]

Why do you use the white thread? It becomes ditry with time.

[@MasconLeather]

It actually doesn’t. I’ve seen some daily carries 5 years later, still white.

[@rpdd1]

Where did you have your brass logo stamp made ? Thanks, Randy

[@MasconLeather]

This one was made by leather stamp maker (dot com). Tell him I sent you