The Leather Element: Wet Molding Leather

[@Latinhope81]

I am legally handicap! I have five implants in my right hand! I was seriously considering quiting my leather work. But you have open a whole new world of possibilities. Stay Blessed 🙏 I am very grateful. Is hard, to allow your body to imprisoned or to put limits on your creativity. I love your channel! Thank you, again! Stay healthy and keep those wheels turning.

[@graemer66]

Seen my cousin do some amazing work creating knives and shelves out of steel and leather with some crippling injuries from year's past.

[@sonofhibbs4425]

Inspiring..thank you!

[@robertlandin7082]

Awesome bro, stay motivated

[@dantheman4168]

God bless you Ruth. I am of similar circumstances and praise God, I'm learning a new craft/trade...leather craft..

[@khanp2420]

I know how you feel. Same situation. God bless you

[@Native_love]

I love this guy's enthusiasm!

[@Anarchy-Is-Liberty]

If I could only get people so enthusiastic about taking their country back!!!

[@ArcherOaZ]

Can we let you roll, the wealth of information you have blows my mind.

[@mattrogers3373]

Atomic Pete - Amen. ROLL CHUCK ROLL

[@theundauntedgamesTTV]

This video might be from four years ago, but I keep coming back to it for a refresher as I continue to learn. Chuck is an amazing teacher, someone give this man a raise please.

[@stevejohnson59]

Easiest guy to learn from.....hands down.......thank you for these videos!

[@rekozma]

You tube algorithms dictate that 10 minutes is the best for videos to be "pushed" into the general feeds. I would suggest Chuck fill in the 1-2 minutes with a sponsor plug. Let's get more people interested in leather crafting. Hope to see more of you Chuck. Cheers

[@Itsmarieanne]

I click the like button before the subject starts because Chuck sounds always awesome and fun!!

[@CantrellLeatherGoods]

I can’t wait to try this out! The cost of buying a mold for wet forming is crazy. I imagine if you were mass producing then it might be cost effective but with your methods they seem like they could last just as long if taken care of AND you get the benefit of personalization. You are awesome sir and Weaver Leather has a true treasure in in you.

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Thank you, Choya!

[@simplyorange8553]

Nice to see an option for forming it by hand, makes it a lot easier to do in my apartment! Thanks!

[@rolfhogfeldt7645]

Something as simple as that. Great job 👍

[@daniharkness00]

Stumbled upon your channel while figuring out the best way to do leather cover bookbinding. great teaching, clear voice, common words, easy to follow instructions. Thank you.

[@javierbiaggi3072]

Thanks Chuck, English is not my native language but I think that you have great communications skills and although you speak fast your diction is perfect and I can understand everything you say without a glitch. Your skills, knowledge and your communications skills makes you a superb teacher best of them all. Keep the enthusiasm and passion spicing all presentations. Thanks again.

[@Naamis1]

Wow! Needed to understand how to shape leather. No more questions Sir!

[@JimRodgers]

That's something I've struggled with. Good to see your tips and some options I haven't considered! I'd like to see another wet molding video with more ideas in the near future.

[@tristansmith6819]

Such a useful video. My heart is flying with inspiration for all of the new projects I can start! Wet forming is a whole new world of leather craft for me!

[@jennyfranklin514]

Chuck, I just love you. I love your energy, your enthusiasm and your guidance. Thank you so much, for all these great videos.

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Thank you so much!

[@julesbono]

Merci, j'adore la façon dont tu dédramatises le moulage du cuir sans se prendre la tête avec des recettes compliquées, juste un peu d'imagination et de bon sens. Et surtout sentir la vie et les possibilités de la matière. Cela donne vraiment envie. J'ai fait un essai et suis devenu immédiatement fan.

[@kylienstewart]

Love the way you explain things - makes it very easy to follow and exciting for a beginner. Thank you

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Thank you so much! Glad it was helpful!

[@klaxalk]

"More mold, less talk" got me :-).

[@lawrencetrujillo65]

Man, did you just open a whole new world of creativity for me, Chuck. For example, in keeping with your pouch demonstration it occurred to me to enclose all four sides for a shadow box effect. Fasten plexiglas, etc., (Chicago screws), to the flat sides and there you go! Thank you.

[@ATSW-FX4]

LOVED this video!!! I think videos like this are justified to run longer. Keep looking for more of your videos

[@longyuanchuan]

You are truly a master of the craft

[@tykellerman6384]

Good one Chuck looks easier than I thought thanks 🤠👍

[@lukesteverything627]

That is so helpful. The method I was about to try was much more complicated and the results looked the same. Brilliant! Thanks from the UK

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Thanks for watching, hope it goes well for you!

[@josephbrendanfeliciano6331]

Again new learn thank you sir chuck and weader

[@rosieguerrap]

I love this channel, I’m glad I found it

[@raraavis7782]

Great demonstration 👍

[@guyshannon7732]

Thanks for the great info I am going to pick up some wood dowels for my next project. Great tip

[@HashCoinRick]

These vids are platinum. Thanks you.

[@anschuter2013]

This guy is awesome. Yes, love his enthusiasm! Very informative, 2 thumbs up!

[@philipwolf3619]

YOU ARE THE GREATEST ! thanks for the info !!

[@chriswherry65]

Really happy to have come across your posts as your piece on wet molding solved a rather unusual problem. I recently picked up a 1920's cast iron hand water pump. My wife thought I was mad and I'd never actually be able to use it! Taking it apart I discovered some broken pieces of hard, what was this? Then I realised that the pump shaft had a metal valve and the odd bits were hardened crumbly leather ring seal. I have some 5mm leather but how to produce the cup shaped leather seal that is on the end of the shaft. Well a wooden pole sanded smooth acted as the former and the mold was just a jubilee clip gradually tightened around the wet worked leather worked perfectly. just had to cut the hole in the centre to fix it to the shaft. I have a working pump, thanks! Pity I can't load some images you could have a look! Keep up the posts really great lessons here. Chris

[@michaelkeller4090]

I love it. Thank you for showing a couple different techniques for molding.

[@DLSWV]

😉👍. Just in time. Project I’d is works on. Thank Chuck.

[@t.curran8243]

Easy and the sky is the limit. Thanks!

[@davidlewisbrokenanvilforge4555]

Another great video Chuck you are definitely a teacher

[@Mahikan]

Excellent as always!! You never disappoint Chuck!

[@moritzlaszlo3115]

You are a real entertainer sir!

[@francesco2332]

love the enthusiasm, no joke! can't wait to try this out :)

[@wasreallygoodnikka]

You missed a nice little detail Chuck, if you use a mold like that, it'll allow you to do some stamping while it's locked in place and still wet! No shortage of projects or details we can work on. Absolutely love your channel. So much fun and you have an energy and passion for the craft like no other.

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Thanks for the tip! And for watching, we appreciate your support.

[@phly007]

I subscribed almost immediately

[@mikepower4113]

Great video!

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@marsalisproctor7620]

Awsome video!

[@HunterJE]

Just getting in to leatherworking and watching this video realized (A) I've been needing a better sunglasses case and (B) what a straightforward and easy thing that would be to pattern, mold, and sew custom

[@contakt23]

The sanded wooden mould is a great idea , thanks for the vid 😁

[@tommypietch6798]

I love this guy! Great tutorials!

[@WobblingHobGoblin]

Chuck, you're awesome.

[@gailpengelly8581]

Awesome tips and advice. Can’t wait to try it. Stay safe and well dude. Thank you

[@COEYRN]

You just killed two birds with one stone. Thank you, for your cheery videos. Know one can be in a bad mood after listening to you. Your so passionate,and clever, you draw the audience engaged.

[@jamesgolden7317]

Thank you so much for this awesome video. Honestly I love your groovy vibes and fun voice. Your descriptions are very easy to follow, and enjoyable to learn. I just started leather work, since I'm trying to find fun hobbies since I'm disabled and have a hard time finding something to keep my spirits up, and feel like I can do something with what I'm able. Again thanks so much for the fun and groovy video. 😁

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Thank you, James!

[@jamesgolden7317]

@@WeaverLeatherSupply you're very welcome!

[@UriValdez]

Great tips, thanks

[@PaulPredicts]

Another wonderful instructional, mate. You are fantastic.

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Thanks so much!

[@cucumbermunch]

You've really helped me work on my cosplay! Thanks for all these leather tips. You're so helpful and the tutorial is really easy to follow!

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Thank you, I'm so glad!

[@FUBARguy107]

Do you have an IG or some place you post your costumes?

[@manojreporter4423]

Excellent budy....

[@sherifafifi4545]

Really you are a gentleman thank you for your effort, please look forward

[@pbcummins58]

WoW! just found your site. Thanks for such informative vid. will be watching more!

[@Lexicologist1971]

I've been contemplating forming my cheaper leather holster to get a better fit. Thanks for the guidance.

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Thank you for watching! So glad the video was helpful!

[@tonyferrantello9934]

thank you, I just learned how to wet form.

[@alanrouse8301]

Thanks for the tips. I do most of what you showed except my fingernails are a little long and I have messed up some stuff. Haven't ever used the frame , but will try it. After i trim my nails! Always nice to "see" you.

[@COEYRN]

Also I wanted to say, talking is completely welcome. The best teachers I've ever had were the ones that talked a lot. As they were teaching something they would unconsciously give you little insights that they screwed up, or know of a short cut etc. The stories about other people were also things that you would learn from. You probably don't even realize that you are doing it so talk away.

[@kennycarey6763]

Thank you for the information

[@rickpollard1853]

Chuck, I met you years ago at Trandy in Lawrenceville, GA. You were just as enthusiastic back then. Nice video. I'm a subscriber.

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Thank you, Rick!

[@jzoer392]

Thank you for the information 🙏 very helpful ! I have a cool idea now 😎

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Glad it was helpful! You're welcome.

[@freakazoidas]

thanks! great tutorial, simple and clear

[@brianmccloud618]

yes this guy is quick and upbeat :)

[@lancesweitzer3455]

Thank you for your video. I started making multi tool sheaths and knife sheaths. I made molds using wood, a lot of thought went into making them and turned out to be a very functional. I learned to use my fingers to push leather onto mold before putting it into mold. I will subscribe to your channel, I'm sure you teach me more😎

[@FUBARguy107]

My hands hurt so much I've been dreading the holster I want to build. I bought a vacuum food saver very cheap from Walmart and a BlueGun in the shape of the pistol I plan to shape onto so it doesn't meet wet leather. This video gave me great ideas on what to do to fit in my finer details. Thank you Sir!

[@jsniper12]

I just recently decided to get into leather craft. Unfortunately I can’t afford any tools or leather haha, but thanks for the great tutorial to help me gain some knowledge in the meantime!

[@SFarling]

Great informative video! I’ve been doing this for years but I’m sure lots don’t know how. You might show how you can take an object like a gun or something that water will harm, and wrap it with several layers of cling wrap to protect it, and then hand form leather over it to make a holster!

[@bergstreisser]

crazy cool man!

[@davidjennings127]

Getting ready to tackle making a tool pouch,this clears the air on several things.

[@wwhiting007]

Thanks I saw your video and repaired office are chair one side much better than the other. I would never have tried it without your video. P. S. I made a couple of knives sheaths.

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

That's great to hear, thank you for watching!

[@yutaadi]

I wish this guy was my whole school years teacher

[@agrey8110]

Thank you for the vid.

[@charliejones2023]

A video a chaps would be cool. There’s a few out there on getting the measurements, bur they don’t really go in depth on actually using them to make your pattern. Thank you for another great lesson.

[@codeguise]

Was just gona ask for a chaps video!

[@valmirleather1059]

EXELENT TUTORIAL

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Thank you, Valmir!

[@mattheld5048]

thanks dude

[@jennyfranklin514]

Absolutely LOVE it!!! And just in time too!! I want to fix a leather-bottom feed bag that has pursings, and interior gaps, and was wondering HOW I'd be able to go about this. Super excited, now. Thanks Chuck. You're always fun & entertaining to watch.

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Great to hear, so glad it was helpful!

[@jasonwalter2697]

Hey Chuck nice meeting you down at the show in Sheridan have a great day from all the boys at Buckhorn leather

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Great meeting you, thanks for stopping by!

[@Brandyp2010]

Thank you so much 🙏

[@NGinuity]

I do a lot of bent lamination in woodworking and I've found a ton of similarities between the two. I use MDF because it's easier to shape. Once I'm done I cover the MDF surface in packing tape to seal it up. I don't really spend a lot of time handworking except to rough it in, I just make a negative like you did with the 2x2 but use the same MDF covered in packing tape to push on top of it and clamp it down while it dries. Works great.

[@rhino159]

New to this craft, I am a wood worker but love your video awesome job, Cheers Mate!

[@charleshetrick3152]

Great video as usual

[@maurac953]

Thank you for this and your other videos! Fabulous detail for newbies like me.

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Thank you so much, so glad the videos are helpful!

[@runningriverbushcraft7548]

Chuck another Great Video !!! always enjoy watching all your videos keep up the good WORK !!!!

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Thanks so much!

[@osirisgolad]

Here's an idea for a closely related Leather Element: how to wet mould around a row of dowels to make a pen pouch that holds half a dozen pens. Particularly two things: 1 getting the moulding between the dowels deep enough so you can drop a stitch line between each individual pen sleeve and 2 how you can then get the bottom end to mould nice and flat for stitching, what with all of the waving between the dowels that's going on right above that stitch line. I can't believe the sheer amount of videos on your channel, not to mention the level of practical detail and the video quality.

[@tommycicc]

I’d love to see a leather element describing the different types of veg tan (harness vs strap vs bridle vs holster) & chrome/oil tanned leather and outline the different aspects of the leather. Does it tool? Does it mold? How do you wet it? What can you use it for? What are the limitations? What do the different terms mean? Thanks!

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Hi Tom, We've done a few different videos on types of leather, I'll link them below but if we missed something let us know! kzbin.info/www/bejne/q4XHqYWpg5KmZtk kzbin.info/www/bejne/bKiXaWiGqc6pgqc kzbin.info/www/bejne/paDKfpige5KXm5o

[@pmdinaz]

First video Subscribed! Thanks for sharing your passion. I've been wanting to make some small bags for my motorcycle.

[@franciscomoreno9916]

Great vid chuck, thanks

[@jfiles640]

thank you so much for this video!

[@eugenelayton5231]

Good info. Thanks!

[@TheFallGuy2]

Very informative and direct to the point. Thank you from a new subscriber. ;)

[@maciejwronski8321]

Thank you for sharing your amazing experience and knowledge in such a engaging and interesting way! And for putting in time and effort to record great videos! Also do you have advice for how to make a full mold - as in a square pouch like this all from one piece of leather without sowing?

[@FKNSENDIT]

I made a square box 15" x 15" with a hinged lid ,the lid lifts up an top of box has 100 holes in it. The lid has a comforter bed spread clear plastic bag unglued to the lid .then I set the piece needed molded with zero imperfections. It's a vacume bag box if anyone wants to build themselves one . Just add ur leather under lid an use vacume on side hole to suck down the plastic

[@laven111]

This is a very good video. Thanks

[@ursa5000]

Hi Chuck, Terrific and informative. Thanks. I'd really like to see how you embed wire or other raised designs under a wet form mold. Also when and how to we do add stamping, like initials, onto a dried wet form. And longer Leather Elements videos please, Chuck, so we can follow a piece from wet form, to stamping, to dyes and paint, and adding harware to the finished product.

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Lee! Thanks for the comments! I am so glad you’re happy with the videos! Look back to a Leather Element where I show the molds and you’ll see a mold with some baling wire. This is just glued on with some white glue. It doesn’t need to be super solid since we’re just pressing down on it (and so you can remove it or add something else), but, it does need to be somewhat secure so it doesn’t move while we’re forming. Since you asked I’ll get a video together on this one! On adding some design you can stamp while the leather is on the form as long as it’s a flat surface. Adding some minor tooling or stamping can be done prior to forming but it can work out if pressed too hard. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqqklp1jmrJrb5Y

[@willyandbeans9590]

thank you sir you teach me alot

[@noearias2006]

Thank you now I’m ready to work on my bobber seat .nice video

[@victoravila2518]

Love the videos! Chuck is the man! Hey, is it ok to wet form the same piece of leather TWICE? To perhaps correct or deepen its intended form? Thanks again!

[@scottmclean4237]

You are amazing Such enthusiasm wish you was my teacher