Scraps to Riches: 5 Profitable Scrap Leather Projects

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From scraps to cash! n this leather crafting extravaganza, we'll show you how to transform discarded leather into five projects that are not only easy to make but also sell like hotcakes. So grab your tools and join us on a journey that proves that even the smallest leather remnants can make badass crafts.
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[@vigilantice]

I love that he accidentally invented a traveller's notebook.

[@rogerbarrett2237]

We need a commercial for Cornelious's Clever Contraptions.

[@Mk1SpitfireGuy]

The Tome of the Wanderer

[@Jaeler9]

A travelers journal out of scrap leather instead of $80+ (USD…on sale) yup.

[@SkylarKeystone]

​​@@Jaeler9I have plenty of this type of notebooks never spent more then like 10-15$ you just need to find local places to buy them rather than the internet. (Edit: spelling correction)

[@member529]

"accidentally" :P

[@DragonMan5643]

I still cannot believe this channel doesn't have more subscribers. Even at just over 100k, the video quality and upload schedule puts some content creators with millions of subscribers to shame. From the bottom of my heart, thank you Skill Tree team. Keep on doing what you're doing, and here's to many more #scraps giveaways!

[@graemeo3440]

Regarding the dice pouch I have an idea. Make it little larger and put gromets on the holes so the strap can be inserted and removed easily allowing the leather to lie flat; then the inside can be printed or stamped with a gaming board, nine mans morris, chess or the like and then when you make it back into a pouch you can hold the pieces to make a travel gaming set.

[@DeGreyChristensen]

I’ve got a hnefetafl set like this

[@usenye0dikut]

I fully understand the concept of not knowing what to do with leather scraps. About 15 years ago I purchased some leather scraps, and by that what I mean is I ended up with 3 yard trash bags filed to the brim with leather scraps of varying sizes. I am talking about 3 ~55 gallon trash bags with scraps ranging from a few square inches all the way up to pieces that were 2 foot by 3 foot and I paid a grand total of 50 silver coins for the lot! For anyone who is not familiar with the conversion rate of silver coins, a 2foot by 3 foot piece of leather would cost around 400-600 silver coins by it self o.O . All that being said, I have done a fair few projects over the years ranging from bags to ropes and I even made myself a leather kilt! I still have nearly 2/3 of one bag left of all the smallest scraps that I have been attempting to find a use for, and I love the book marks! I will certinaly be making one of them, I also had inspiration from the keychain project.

[@tarag346]

I made my own skirt hikes with scraps and old key rings and they turned out functional!

[@CoyoteRoseCreations]

When stamping letters like you did with the Keychain, I like to use a piece of masking tape as a straight edge, it's removable and is thick enough to register against the bottom of the stamp to insure an even lower edge

[@garethbaus5471]

That is a good idea.

[@SLorraineE]

As someone who loves to sew, I'm imagining all these projects in scrap fabric too. But the nice thing about leather is you don't have to work about fraying edges! So fun! #scraps

[@TiciaM]

Same!

[@tiavelez2028]

Love the ideas maybe you could turn it into some kind of series or a challenge or something. #scrap

[@riverstrong479]

An easy way to step up the quality of your key chain is just to cut the tucked end to match the hardware it is meeting -- so in the case of a key ring, using a round end punch to cut a concave end to the leather piece that is tucked under and butts up against the ring will help it sit flush and allow the ring to move smoothly.

[@joshicus_saint_anger]

This is great! I just started my leather projects and I already have a ton of scraps I can't get myself to toss out

[@catsbooksandaxes7631]

These ideas for #scraps are low-key easy enough to give a go! It's been years since I've done any leatherworking, and this makes me want to try it out again.

[@coyotestalker364]

I'm so used to youtubers these days being full time influences that when he said his "day job" I was like woah is this channel still that small? Then I saw that yes, yes it is. Keep up the awesome work, you got big channel energy I'm sure you'll get there in no time.

[@jaham411]

I wanted to get into Leatherwork for a few months, but I don‘t wanted to buy much leather and then it is just laying around somewhere. I can only say thank you for showing how easy you can get into Larp and costume making. #scraps

[@lorinachase3801]

I've been showing my husband these videos to help him learn more about leather working! I love all the projects you do and how accessible you make them! #scraps

[@seandepoppe6716]

I love my slim chrome tan! I also have a F- ton of veg tan. All that has been done today has been done for militias

[@andrewgray9663]

First time KZbin has thrown this chap at me and my first reaction was that he appears to be having a stroke but much to my surprise this turns out to be both entertaining and inspires a couple of little projects. Glad I found this and will watch some more. Thanks.

[@kay9520]

HAHA! As a long time leather worker, "Aint no such thing as leather trash! " It gets really into your creative side for using the leftover bits...I have even made leather rings!

[@TheMorganator5000]

I love this! I may have to try that traveler's journal. The first leather I bought was some scraps that I fell in love with! One thing I love to do is combine leather work and crochet to get some beautiful leather and lace designs. I made a dice bag this way and it's so pretty.

[@TAC0CAT420]

These were awesome, I’m making a little leather bracelet out of an old belt and needed some inspiration and you just delivered it, keep staying awesome

[@jmoneyjoshkinion4576]

This is awesome that you are giving away something that would be difficult for you to use all by yourself, to someone who would both use it, and appreciate it. Thank you. #scraps

[@Ehlrif]

Coming up with new projects almost every week must be hard, but you still manage to surprise us with something new every time after all this time. That's impressive! I've been really intrigued by a lot of your projects, but haven't had the time and courage to actually try my hands on them. I hope that with the summer coming, and hopefully with a bag of #scraps under my nose, I'll finally be able to.

[@bubbalansdale6301]

Love the cool quick journal especially. Great as always😎

[@leycherise]

My mom was recently gifted a leather working kit with a bunch of stamps and other tools, and I keep sending her Skill Tree videos to inspire her to try it out! Maybe if we get some #scraps we can try some of your awesome ideas! Also, I owe someone a keychain that I was intending to hand paint, but this leather idea is so much cooler...

[@MikaelBCN]

Currently working on my own leather scrap project. Everytime I end up with a scrap where I can cut a regular 5cm face triangle, I save it and put it aside. And the moment I reach 20 of those... Boom!! D20 leather dice bag! 18 triangles and fighting the urge to not keep it a real scrap project!!

[@fiona4450]

Yay, another leather episode! And I get excited about scrap leather projects. I have quite a bit of scrap pieces laying around.

[@chadpayne3542]

Before this channel, I had a lot of hobbies. Miniature painter, laser engraving, 3d printing, and RPG's. But thanks to all of the cool things I have seen done, I have another hobby. #scraps

[@LucarnAnderson]

Love all your projects! My first ever leather project was making a leather old notebook with burned pages. I was so naive I used antique gel dye thinking it was just normal dye that had an antique look. So it came out extremely dark color despite being “medium brown” lol. I now learned from your videos how to properly do everything and can’t wait to remake it. Just it’s so spendy to get good leather I haven’t been able to yet. #scraps

[@matthewrich680]

This is by far one of my favorite channels on KZbin right now. I love crafts and seeing all the cool stuff you make, especially when it is D&D related, as that is my game of choice as well! I also love how much you are involved with your community with stuff like your #scraps giveaway. So cool!

[@dawnbasye7329]

Hello, just found your channel... and sooo glad I did. Love the excitement and sharing ideas. #scraps 👍🏼

[@adamvergilio3017]

That breakin' 2 reference was awesome!

[@devildog17013]

I love watching all of your different projects. Loads of fun. #scraps

[@nickolascastillo4019]

Absolutely amazing of you to do this! Been watching this channel for a few years now and I have definitely made some stuff you have put on here. #scraps

[@desmondehoppie4758]

Wonderful. Very Informative. Thank You for taking the time to make this video.

[@craigsurette3438]

My favorite scrap leather reclaiming and reuse projects are making stacked leather handles for knives, and making rune sets. Each requires the same half inch to inch square bits of random leather. The handles are made by stacking the bits onto the tang of a knife

[@ianwalker3144]

#scraps are da BOMB! Knife sheaths, tobacco pouches, archery tabs, the projects are endless!!!

[@stephenmiller1299]

Really great to see someone else who gets super excited about learning new skills and seeing your development. Keep at it you're doing great! #scraps

[@coltenshuster327]

Love the quality of all your projects and video, keep up the good work #scraps

[@chloegirka863]

Thank you for the video. I really like these short #scraps projects. They're a good way to practice and level up without spending much. Plus it's nice to make the most of the material.

[@goetterklinge]

Every basement needs a fountain😂 I love your ids so much and it is a pleasur to watch you.

[@wildheartsease]

#scraps - How fun -- especially for someone who is new to working with leather. I am excited to try these out. The traveller's notebook look's like it might be easily converted to keep a cell phone with a few modifications....keeping it "in character" and "hidden".

[@harrydresden6258]

The notebook is an awsome idea, I will make some for my family. It's perfect as a travelers Diary.

[@3cho_TG]

These episodes are very cool. I like seeing what you do with leftovers and I appreciate that you don't let stuff go to waste. #scraps

[@BreakOutOfTheAlgorithm]

This is my first video and I am super grateful I stumbled upon you. A long time since I've worked with leather #scraps New subscriber with the bell turned on and always a 👍

[@clanedward9166]

Thank you for all you do, and for spreading the love of creativity around. #scraps

[@jeffjacobs7037]

I love your channel. You got me into leatherworking with the rangers quiver and now I've got a small side hustle of making wallets that's growing faster than my skill lol. I always keep coming back to watch your videos even though I'm not making the things you are just for your personality.

[@The-Enthusiast47]

Yep I can concur I've started a small business thanks to your videos ! So thank you for making amazing content!

[@madkat1287]

#scraps I have been trying to get into leather working but life keeps getting in the way. I love this channel and have learned So much from you. Please keep up the Awesome work you do. You are a ray of light in my foggy life!

[@kenrichard8870]

#Scraps! I just finished making my version of your DM screen for my son. I put a pic in FB and now 2 people want to buy one from me. I was really proud of myself when I realized that I had independently made the exact same design for a dice bag that you show in this video. I love your channel! Keep being awesome!

[@vorpalsmithandforge4664]

I try to spread your name around my tiny community to get more people talking about you. Seeing all the support in the comments is amazing

[@gzbelaith]

Me, watching this without a single piece of scrap (or nonscrap) leather; yes, amazing, i will do all of these! To the leather store!

[@dragondoodles78]

My Dad just gave me his old leather working stuff and I am super excited to add some actual leather to my cosplays. And I love that you keep your #scraps , there is so much that can be made with them.

[@italianbookworm]

I love this notebook idea! I've had two red leather notebooks that I've filled, so maybe this is my push to make the next one. As someone still very new to leather crafting, I'm always looking for projects I could handle and this is perfect. And only using #scraps could make it an even more interesting project.

[@Kevin_Forbes]

These are some great ideas, loving the no waste mindset. I'll definitely be trying all these out soon! #scraps

[@daxriel]

Always instant click when I see Skill Tree pop up in my subscriptions, Love all the projects and ideas here! Definitely a good way to use up #scraps !

[@asymmattrical]

Great projects!! Thank you!!

[@KevimationYT]

Working on some props for a new show. Man some #scraps would come in handy. These were fun little projects.

[@johnstanley7077]

This channel is amazing and I love the quality of videos you make. It’s shocking you don’t have more subscribers. I’m looking forward to trying some of the projects you’ve made! #scraps

[@frankm2343]

Love the things you do!!

[@missheartsgaming]

All these little projects are awesome! I'll have to try a few of them soon. Thank you for the video! #scraps

[@EvoWatches]

You should try making leather pendants for a leather necklace. Also, a crow ring for Maddie. #scraps

[@lilalicat32]

These are some fabulous ideas for scraps. I especially loved the ring idea. Keep up the good work. #scraps

[@bencowles2105]

great ideas as usual. I make a lot of things with leather scraps. i have made a lot of the projects you have made on your channel. really cool #scraps I can't wait to see what you do next.

[@djmccathran]

I’ve been watching you from the beginning. I think I was subscriber number 24. 😊 So happy you and your channel have grown so much! #scraps

[@HickSquatch]

Very cool!! I’m late to the party…didn’t show in my feed until today:(. I really enjoyed this one! Pretty much everything I make is from #scraps!! I piece together small pieces to make pouches and as closures and such. Really dig the journal cover. I make those too; I really like the elastic cord and pre-manufactured books. I sew my own cut pages into my covers. I add a pencil loop like a ferro rod loop on a knife sheath. Really dig your design. The rings are fun! I make those too! And beard ties (my beard is near Gandalf level). I used to sell at a farmers market and would sit there with my wares and sew on new projects and people could come and watch me work and customize their piece as I’m making it. Fun stuff!!

[@tiffanybledsoe4591]

Love the suggestions! And recently upgraded my mini sewing kit with leather scissor sheath and needle case. Great #scraps ideas!

[@pjchristie2206]

Been assigned to teaching basic leatherwork at the Renaissance Pleasure Faire in LA. So grateful for your videos!

[@justin00ish]

#scrap my boooiiiiiii I just found this channel today while looking at kuksa videos and now I'm watching a ton of your videos!! I've been wanting to start some leather working projects and you've pushed me over the edge lol I'm about to buy some stuff this week to start and I'm going to make some stuff you've showed on your channel!!! Great videos keep it up!!

[@martincole8810]

#scraps love when you put new stuff out. You've been a great encouragement to start my own leather and soon to be LARPing adventures with next year's Reckoning if it happens.

[@GPandzik]

13:08 - In the nautical community, where we do a lot with knots and lines, we call melting the ends to avoid fraying a "butane backsplice," since it beats the hell out of backsplicing all of your small lines, like paracord, with fids and a marlinespike. 😂

[@tammidash4780]

I have been binging on your videos for a few weeks. I LOVE the stuff you make! I'm currently in the middle of making my own Golem, Staff of the Wanderer, and armor! ❤ #scraps !

[@thegreatking8495]

Glad to see people not wasting any #scraps and using them for little projects like these.

[@NatureLass71]

Love watching all of these! #scraps definitely need to try the key ring

[@vincel5724]

Love the channel, keep up the great work. You're always so enthused about making things which is awesome and contagious. #scraps

[@BachStudios]

The leather ring idea is great, I think I’m going to make one as a gift using a baseball stitch for a friend who likes baseball a lot. The other ideas are also great uses for #scraps I hadn’t considered before. I usually just use my scraps for testing carvings and dyes and such.

[@ohthemoo]

Love these! I’m just getting into leather and buy mostly small scraps and bellies, so this is perfect

[@AoWDeadEnd]

I love your stuff, you are fun to watch and really pass along your enthusiasm. #scraps

[@kimwoodman5421]

I love your work! Am so inspired now. #scraps !!!!

[@dylantucker1577]

#scraps I recently found your content and binged it as fast as I could. Your channel has opened my eyes to this world and I can't wait to join you all. I want to customize a camper to look like an old shack to stay at any event and still be in character. After the army I started playing dnd with my boys (10+12) and have slowly been sucked into everything rpg. Thank you so much for spreading your knowledge and building this amazing community! Enjoy Germany yall!

[@ArtsygirlKira]

I really like this. I love the reuse, I don't like throwing out scraps from leather and other items like that. I need something to do while not working, and maybe start my own business, I love crafting, creating and using my creativity. #scraps Thanks for the ideas and I love your videos and ways to use everyday objects for LARPing and things I could make when playing DnD with friends.

[@amandam.5552]

I love the leather videos on this channel--they have helped me so much in my own journey of figuring out how to make cool looking things from leather. It is awesome to have some ideas for using up those #scraps !

[@ambrosia18]

I love all these #scraps ideas. I hate wasting sizable pieces and it's awesome to see what you've done. I'm thinking of some of the cool things I could do pairing leather with the crochet projects I'm in

[@Elvenarcher1217]

These projects are so quick it's an amazing idea! You're always an inspiration, thank you. Have fun at that larp, can't wait to see how it goes! #scraps

[@halfshelhero8150]

These ideas will be perfect for procrastinating the final steps of my spaulders! The chrome tan ones look especially fancy! Dice bags make great gifts for dice goblins, of course. Congrats on 100k, here's to the next milestone! 🍻 #scraps!

[@If-ish]

#scraps Also you've mentioned a few times wanting a larp cup that can handle hot beverages. Have you considered getting a metal tumbler and making a leather cover for it, it'll handle the heat plus you can remove the tumbler for easy cleaning.

[@AfaUmbra]

I can't wait to test out some of these smaller projects! Some #scraps would be huge, I have some leather I've been using to learn but decent quality has been out of my price range so far. Best wishes and keep up the good content!

[@KyraRoseC]

Finally some ideas on what to use my tiny pile of leather scraps on, I went to school for Costume design and we had some leather projects, since they shut down the program I was able to get some of the scraps left over, they aren't all that big so the smaller ideas are great. I cant wait to see what else you come up with, these videos tickle that creative mind of mine and Cheers to another #scraps giveaway

[@americantoadsarecool]

I have been really wanting to get into leather making! Especially for finishing out my dog and husbands costumes! Loved this episode. #scraps

[@joedulin3812]

#scraps. Really enjoy the various projects you've done. Thanks for all the shared knowledge and tips!

[@jennifergulliford2338]

Love love love the simplicity!!! #scraps

[@tw0nst3r05]

❤ these #scraps ideas! Simple, easy to make, useful, and potentially profitable at faires. Thank you so much for sharing your skills, enthusiasm, and great ideas!

[@Sam-kn2mm]

Dude I forgot all about your channel!!! Was literally sitting at work just now and thought about it. KZbin hasn’t recommended your channel in months. So glad I found it again, I will be hitting that Bell as soon as I send this comment!!!!

[@sunshinefalls]

My boyfriend just started working with leather and his pieces have come out amazing! So finding this channel has been extra great to give him helpful tips and little projects! #scraps

[@JRK1791]

Love the notebook cover, ring and key chain ideas. Keep at it! #scraps

[@treebasherlol2935]

This video is great and full of fun ideas. You guys are doing amazing on the channel and the community. #scraps

[@koryhammond7842]

These videos are always so good! Loved watching this. #scraps

[@struberrypietoo]

❤ love your videos. You all are a huge inspiration. I enjoy the projects you do, but i appreciate more mistakes being showen. It shows an authenticity to me. #scraps

[@duckiedale6550]

Man I love how you come up with cool tiny little products. Honestly as someone who keeps small notebooks on me at all times I love your notebook holder idea. #scraps

[@reneap9049]

Love it!! Thank you!!

[@user-ni5is9fd1o]

As a new leatherworker I want to say thank you. Your videos have given me so many ideas. #scraps

[@Jerry_Cyan]

Been following you for a little while now, love your content so much! Some of these quick and simple projects seem really fun and a good way to get started. Would really like to make some of these for my friends so #scraps

[@Chrisg077]

Love all these ideas and gave me a ton of ideas within this. TY!! #scraps