Using an alcohol burner and creaser in leathercraft- a 2 minute tool tip

When I asked about what videos folks would like to see, someone answered that they wanted to see a video on creasers and a good alcohol burner. So here it is.
Links for tools used in this video:
Creasers:
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Alcohol Burner:
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[@greatnessisearnedcharityis5415]

"If something were to happen and I knock this over, I would rather have a little alcohol on fire , rather than a whole lot, of alcohol on fire." Now that is a statement from a man who has seen some things! 😂

[@jonadams4062]

Thanks! I think those decorative lines really do add to the finished look of a project.

[@maynardconde.2954]

Thank you so much! I bought 4 creasers and an alcohol lamp but didn't know how to use, now you've instructed me! GOD Bless you, Sir!

[@retiredhideleathercraft4239]

AhhRiiight, Aaron. Nice hot tip!

[@MsAnnadel]

Thank you for this! I have the tool but have been afraid of the lamp part. After watching you, I'm going to give it a try.

[@joymccalvin-joyfulcreations]

Love your 2 minute tool tip videos! I’m learning so much Thank you!!!

[@scrogginssnapshots8916]

The tool I never knew I needed.. Great video, I'd never heard of this method but I can see where it would come in handy. I now know what's the next tool on my list.

[@makersleathersupply1220]

Wait till I show you the electric one. Ja ha ha

[@makersleathersupply1220]

Just how far from the edge you want it. I use the 2.0 and 2.5 for stitch lines, and sometimes the smaller ones for edge creasing.

[@leathermule4824]

Excellent video! 👍

[@dawniellealden6102]

Would you share about your wood alcohol burner holder and the creaser holder. Looks very useful

[@vanessakitty8867]

TY. I have not used a creaser yet.

[@patriotcam1776]

I have used my propane camping torch. (Yes excessive but my zippo took too long)

[@makersleathersupply1220]

Before this is used one of those blue bottle tank propane torches... talk about hard to control the heat!

[@GradyGillis]

Do you use the adjustable versions of the creaser? The fixed versions are perfect for repeatability. The modern ones I've seen don't really expand the distance much, but there are some antique creasers that can be opened enough to create a good crease far enough from the edge to allow stamping or a closer line for stitching nearer the edge. Problem is they are impossible to find for anything less than a ridiculous price.

[@makersleathersupply1220]

Unfortunately I have not found a set I am impressed with so I don't carry any in the store.

[@GradyGillis]

@@makersleathersupply1220 Yeah, I have one of the modern ones. There's 30 bucks I wish I had back.

[@evabecerra8765]

Can you use isopropyl alcohol or does it have to denatured alcohol?

[@makersleathersupply1220]

I believe you can, but honestly I have not personally tried it.

[@robertduguay689]

I know they come in different sizes. What is the general application for the different sizes? Thanks

[@makersleathersupply1220]

I use the 2.0 and 2.5 for stitch lines... and usually the 1 and 1.5 for the crease edge lines.

[@jprleatherworks1565]

What size creaser are you using? I have a very old creaser and when I heat it, it gets soot on it. I can clean it off but it tends to rub off on the leather. Would a new creaser fix that?

[@makersleathersupply1220]

What are you using to heat it? This one is a 2mm

[@jprleatherworks1565]

@@makersleathersupply1220 Just using an alcohol burner, similar to the one you're using. I am using rubbing alcohol instead of denatured. Could that be the problem?

[@makersleathersupply1220]

@@jprleatherworks1565 trim the wick shorter. Like a candle, a longer wick causes smoke and soot

[@jprleatherworks1565]

@@makersleathersupply1220 Thanks very much. Ill give it a shot. Really appreciate all you do in the trade, especially these 2 minute tool tips.

[@bradfuqua267]

Can you make a video on how to use a blood knot knife?

[@makersleathersupply1220]

I'll add it to the list.

[@joshuastar850]

any word on a restock of your 1.5mm edge creaser?

[@makersleathersupply1220]

We've got some on order, not sure when they'll arrive though.

[@greeneyedcatwink]

You can only do this on non-veg tanned leather?

[@makersleathersupply1220]

@greeneyedcatwink you can use it on veg as well. I was trying to explain that veg is easier to mark and you can use almost anything. Some leathers need a heated tool like this.

[@greeneyedcatwink]

@@makersleathersupply1220 Thanks for the info and fast reply. Your videos are quite helpful. Much appreciated.

[@zillpickle8910]

Somebody watches south park lol. This little thingy right chea lol

[@tste8361]

Just use isopropyl alcohol?

[@makersleathersupply1220]

I've used denatured.

[@jenniferwhite6089]

made a box to fix your flamethrower laughing so you don't knock it over too easy to knock something like that over when you are busy listening to music tp

[@prowokator]

Let's be honest here.. the real reason any of us do anything with our hands is that then we get to rock some kick ass rings on our fingers while we work. 'cos ofcourse we do, 'cos we can.