When I saw the runtime on the video, I thought it would be full of filler. I was wrong. You filled this with information and didn't waste a second. You're a really good teacher. I'm impressed.
@ShadowoftheDude4 жыл бұрын
How to match two pre-cut pieces together perfectly: 1. Put the two pieces together without any adhesive and line them up. 2. Get some low tac / temporary tape (like masking tape?) and wrap a few pieces around one of the edges, creating a sort of hinge. 3. Unfold the pieces and apply contact cement. 4. Once the cement is dry, slowly fold the pieces and stick them together starting with the edge closest to the hinge. Et voila! No repositioning or trimming required! :)
@handygote3 жыл бұрын
The side by side comparison is very helpful, showing how different aged glues look when applied.
@skydaddy41924 жыл бұрын
Could you please do different methods of "closing" leather? Different methods to close a bag, eg. Zipper, lace, flap,. Different methods in closing purses, eg. Belts, snaps, etc. As always, thank you for giving us your time.
@juliexx1686 Жыл бұрын
I LOVE this guy's energy and delivery! His pace is on point, too... perfect combination of qualities for instructional video.
@ChrisLee-UK10 ай бұрын
Thanks Chuck, been a while since we last spoke but hope life is being good to you :D Much love & Respect from Cornwall England Chris
@philipburchell22183 жыл бұрын
HI, I am new to Leathercraft, 90%of what I have learnt I have learned from your videos, thank you! Phil.
@WeaverLeatherSupply3 жыл бұрын
So glad the videos are helpful! I hope you are loving leathercraft!
@yepiratesworkshop79972 жыл бұрын
That was 13 minutes well spent. Thanks for the great INFORMATIVE video!👍👍
@tiberiuskurisake5 ай бұрын
Fantastic explanation, really needed some of this info for a project I'm working on right now. Thank you and have a great day!
@bigbro_9784 жыл бұрын
Could you do a Leather Element about working with Rawhide? Keep up the good work!
@tolgadn Жыл бұрын
Hello Chuck, im 29 y/o and started watching your videos. Those are amazing and teaching a lot in a short time without scam or time consuming. I take notes and making a document. I am thinking to begin this job as an hobbyist and maybe I sell. Thanks for doing this.
@markcarey56734 жыл бұрын
Hi Chuck, thank you for another great Leather Element. I am new to leather crafting. I have been thinking about it for a long time but I just started buying leather and tools earlier this summer. I have made a few things by watching your videos. My first project was a cover for my hatchet. I also made a leather shop apron based on the one you made on your show. So far, all of the things that I have made have been from other peoples patterns. I would love to see a video on how to create a pattern from an idea. Kind of a "From Concept to Completion" thing. Thanks a lot, I hope other people would like to see that too. Stay well Chuck, bye for now from New Hampshire.
@WeaverLeatherSupply4 жыл бұрын
Hi Mark, Glad to hear you're enjoying leather crafting! In most of our project videos, I'll show how to make the pattern in the beginning of the video and that's really how I do it from scratch. I do recommend starting with just plain copy paper until the pattern is perfected and then transferring to pattern paper or card stock. Here is a video of a pouch that we did a few months ago showing how the pattern started and then we tweaked it a few times to make it look better: kzbin.info/www/bejne/b6iQdJuKhb9skJI
@runningriverbushcraft Жыл бұрын
Fantastic Tips Mr. Chuck.
@TheNebulon4 жыл бұрын
I was NEEDING this thank you so much. The gluing techniques specifically are going to change everything for me.
@WeaverLeatherSupply4 жыл бұрын
So glad this was helpful! Thank you for watching!
@ThomasLeonard4544 жыл бұрын
Yes Chuck, always great information. Helping us to not get stuck on gluing. Quick and easy.
@danc87673 жыл бұрын
I've been doing leather works lately and this help me a lot. Thank you so much 💙
@WeaverLeatherSupply3 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad!
@bigmlt34 жыл бұрын
I’d love to see your input on the differences between flat and diamond stitching chisels. Love your videos
@WeaverLeatherSupply4 жыл бұрын
Hi Julio, We'll link a video below that Chuck did on chisels, thread and needles. In the video, you can see what the stitches look like for both straight and diamond chisels. It's mostly up to peronal preference which one you use, the straight chisel will give you a straight stitch line and the diamond will give you a little bit of a slanted stitch line. Hope that helps! kzbin.info/www/bejne/o4Sbh5Vsl9B8oKs
@johnchud75074 жыл бұрын
Enjoy the tutorials on the leather craft, although with the glue I have a product called shoo glue, use it for aligning seams when making clothes, then saddle stitch the seams, both sides of the join, tedious but worth the look in the end.
@tlee66810 ай бұрын
Just an awesome video. Thank you so much
@notwrkn2mch4 жыл бұрын
Unbelievable how much i enjoy your videos. As a newbie you have no idea how much i use your suggestions This glue one today is another example......Thanx :)
@WeaverLeatherSupply4 жыл бұрын
So glad they are helpful!
@dgiegler4 жыл бұрын
I got some cheap washcloths from the dollar store for spreading glue. I wrap the washcloth around my finger and dip it into the can of glue and spread it on the leather. Works the glue into the fibers of the leather nicely as well.
@WeaverLeatherSupply4 жыл бұрын
Great tip!
@gopalchauhan96492 жыл бұрын
Thank you for explaining to me so well in detail and I hope to hear from you soon
@mikeo85243 жыл бұрын
Chuck thank you for all you do. Your videos have been tremendously helpful
@WeaverLeatherSupply3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, Mike!
@Deadeye-sj3qc4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video I was really unsure what kind of glue to get. I was about to use some plumbers glue. But the video really helped me
@davidschwartz51272 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tips. God has blessed you with the gift of gab, be great full!
@seandepoppe67163 жыл бұрын
Thanks always enjoy the tips and tricks videos that you provide! Definitely has helped me along the way.
@WeaverLeatherSupply3 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear it, thanks so much!
@FredMcIntyre4 жыл бұрын
Awesome work Chuck, thanks for the info! 😃👍🏻👊🏻
@therealblurrybarber2 жыл бұрын
I like those little glue tools that look like dab tools but better and sharper for small areas that need to be exact with contact cement. Those little tools make it easy when you need to be exact with a small amount of barge
@jimgreat7622 Жыл бұрын
Chuck, I have learned so much from you. Here’s hoping I can learn a little more. I know you have to be careful about drying out your contact cement and I’ve heard you advise to add a little thinner each time you open the can. My question is, does light affect the glue? What about storing it in a clear jar? Also, how long can you reasonably expect glue to last siting in the original can? Thanks in advance.
@WeaverLeatherSupply Жыл бұрын
Hi there, if the bottle is closed tightly the cement should be ok for several months before you have to thin it. You'll be able to tell once it doesn't apply in a nice, thin layer. Light shouldn't affect it nor the color of the jar - you just want to ensure it's in an airtight container. Hope that helps!
@mamobass2 жыл бұрын
Chuck, you're a great teacher! Thanks!
@ryanehlers10812 жыл бұрын
Good lord that was informative
@AsterSea Жыл бұрын
Cool. Thanks for the info. I now know that certain modders have no idea how glue works.
@mangoman9290 Жыл бұрын
5:54 - Well 'yay' and 'boo' - love it!
@romanakerns-muhammad5768 ай бұрын
Thanks for great information! This video was very helpful.
@brianphillips1864 Жыл бұрын
Superb. Many thanks.
@ronsites26943 жыл бұрын
Always enjoy and learn from the leather elements. Thanks!
@tomknud9 ай бұрын
Nice tips, thanks
@bbrachman2 жыл бұрын
A thin coat of petroleum jelly on the threads will keep the cap from becoming stuck on the can. Either the can threads or the cap threads. Makes it really easy to open later.
@thtphatcat3 жыл бұрын
Chuck is the freakin' BEST!
@nobilismaximus4 жыл бұрын
Use wood weld contact cement - they have a water based version which is good. The solvent based one is even better. And it’s cheap!
@williampierce55794 жыл бұрын
I've never been so early to a leather element!
@mitchalvin2 жыл бұрын
I found that the gun cleaning cotton swabs withe the smooth tip does not shed while using it for heavy contact cements
@broganmaloney4994 жыл бұрын
When i was in a pinch and making a strop I used woodglue to put my leather onto a board. Its held up really well but thanks for showing me what you use
@broganmaloney4994 жыл бұрын
@@maddawgnoll thank you so much I'm teying to get my hands on some but its taking a while since I'm on a budget
@zizozrzr10442 жыл бұрын
Thanks, that was really helpful and to the point, appreciate it.
@nm9330 Жыл бұрын
I loved the - "yay, but also boo!"🤣
@jimathey61534 жыл бұрын
OLD LEATHER SMITH here, I have used this idea 4 over 20 years CHUCK, 20oz water bottle, wool scrap, drill 1/8 or smaller hole in cap, fill with contact cement wool scrap used 2 close hole in cap, U can cover small or large with ease, glue doesn't get thick cap spreads glue FAST. GOD'S BLESSINGS ✝️⚾🙃
@patrickbourque6864 Жыл бұрын
@jimathey6153, i'm dense on this Jim or there's info missing. it sortuv looks like the glue goe in the water bottle - stainless or plastic? where does what size wool scrap go? since u can cover large areas, it seem it goes on the outside of the cap as a spreader, like the Absorbine Jr used 2 have, but what prevents it from drying out in half an hr? orz the wool inside the bottle? puzzld, :o)))
@davidjordonmiller96864 жыл бұрын
Complete newb here: for contact cement, does it matter what sides of the leather you put it on? Heard somewhere you should only put it on the flesh side so it absorbs into the fibers better, but so far when it comes to leather, I only trust Chuck. Thanks for all the great information and enthusiasm for what you do.
@arianusantara51174 жыл бұрын
Umm, i sometimes use it on the grain side, and just like what chuck does, i roughen the grain side then apply the cement, works well
@WeaverLeatherSupply4 жыл бұрын
Hi David, Yes, exactly what Aria said - if you put glue on the grain side just rough it up a bit and you shouldn't have any issues.
@davidjordonmiller96864 жыл бұрын
Thank you both!
@toolsgear26952 жыл бұрын
Fantastic video, thanks!! 👍
@mamamia9804 жыл бұрын
Can you do a skiver review of different types of skiver. And also what the best way to sharpe them is.
@notwrkn2mch4 жыл бұрын
I'm with you..... As a Left handed person i need all the help i can get. Everything is reversed to us in this world...right down to saddle stitching
@mamamia9804 жыл бұрын
@@notwrkn2mch this exactly why i asked im left handed too.
@lowkeylowkey10003 жыл бұрын
Best advice to everyone even the veterans of the trade. Stop using excess leather and items that you just. Don't. Need. Stop for a moment and examine your project. Take an hour to assess your measurements. In fact. Take a few hours over a few days if need beb and just stop thinking to deep about it if you are not certain. Once you figure out that you don't need all those strap. Rivets. Buttons and whatever else that a simple stitch will suffice to last your item years and years. You got it in the bag!
@dozerman531114 жыл бұрын
Thank you Chuck. Helped me a lot !!
@WeaverLeatherSupply4 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear it!
@jobayerhossain81164 жыл бұрын
Useful video. we want some sandal making tutorial.
@matthand-g8m16 күн бұрын
Great!!!
@JBCaudillKnives4 жыл бұрын
Good tips. It’s hard for me to keep from getting glue on the show side. Usually when the piece is moving around while I’m glueing it up. l’ll get it on my fingers and it goes all over the place from there.
@LouieGrind3 жыл бұрын
Man the T-shirts you could print! "Cutting to size? New blade every time!" "Look at that edge, it looks like it was die cut!" Etc. etc.
@davidellis44163 жыл бұрын
Great advice
@digitaIgorilla4 жыл бұрын
That quick look at contact adhesive getting thick with age... Revelation! Of course it's going to! Well that's one problem sorted for my next project 😉
@WeaverLeatherSupply4 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped! That cement thinner is a life saver!
@GoblinRam15002 жыл бұрын
not a bad idea using the paint roller, however having been raised by a contractor, I would use a thinner "nap" for the roller thickness. otherwise you use a lot more material (glue) than you need to
@dougewing5997 Жыл бұрын
How can l find Berry King deep leather belver?
@maggiemojica1057 Жыл бұрын
I'm wondering if the cement glue would adhere strongly to stone and leather mix. Like if I drill a hole into the stone and put the leather and glue into the stone would that be a secure fit?
@sipapito5 ай бұрын
When I use contact cement then my stitches look horrible as I have to make the hole bigger for my needles to go through,how to avoid this?
@etelainenleathercraft4 жыл бұрын
Is a lifelong nightmare when stealing items in the kitchen.. 😂🤣😂🤣😂
@tonyobyrne18464 жыл бұрын
Great help there Chuck. I have a problem where I tried to make a strap using pull up veg tan leather for front and back. I used a contact glue on each piece. But the glue never seemed to dry 100%!!?? Even when the pieces were put together. Even after a few days I was able to separate the front and back pieces. Any idea what I might have done wrong? Thanks in advance :-)
@cgrovespsyd5 ай бұрын
I have been making fly swatters with leather paddles. I made a batch sewing two pieces of leather together so i could attach a handle between them. It worked but it was very difficult to sew, even with my wife’s super heavy duty sail rite machine (for sewing sails for boats). I am going to try to glue the next batch together but am worried that the glue may make them stiff when they need to be flexible like when they were sewn. Will gluing work? Do you have any suggestions? Any help will be appreciated.
@kadenmcdow37022 жыл бұрын
I’m a little late to the party, but next time on those little pockets where the Qtip didn’t work, next time try either a tooth pick (wooden) or maybe chopsticks or a popsicle stick. I don’t know, it just sounds like something that can hold the glue, not make a mess, and be small/thin enough to reach those places. Unless, you figured out another way that’s easier I would love to know because I’m dealing with the issues of the pockets.
@4StonesHandcraft3 жыл бұрын
Very helpful
@curley65314 жыл бұрын
great video about glue!!! like it
@paulwilliams8192 жыл бұрын
I would like to know if it is possible to glue leather to wood. I am making a dead blow mallet and want to make one end with a leather surface. If so, what would be the best adhesive for this application?
@frankperez1225 Жыл бұрын
I was wondering how good does the Gorilla spray adhesive Heavy duty work on leather products. I'm using contact cement but looking for a faster way of doing it
@musicfashionstyle42512 жыл бұрын
Can you tells us about the glue. Which one is better for leather.
@hishgeefrance11643 жыл бұрын
glue glue glue! oh, now I can sleep well! thank you ❤️
@thankmakayi7531 Жыл бұрын
Wondering if maybe you can recommend m the best adhesive glue that's perfect for joining leather and rubber together
@jacobwilson90992 жыл бұрын
I have a question can I use s18 contact cement and then add stitch holes for the look of the stitch instead of the stitch actually holding it.
@stevenwood87524 жыл бұрын
could you do a elisode on the difrent kinds of animal leathers, buffalo, kangaroo, goat and why kind of projects they can be used on. i see all those leathers on the website but i dont know what they are used for. how it moves and thickness etc. thank you
@bittmanbobby3 жыл бұрын
I actually cut my boxing gloves unboxing it. What glue should I used that will make an unbreakable bond?
@donscottvansandt4139 Жыл бұрын
Great video! Very informative... I use a lot of capes that I tan myself... including bird capes with a lot of oil / fat and I oil tan . I normally just want to put felt on back . Will contact cement be best or rubber cement?
@tomsellberg35584 жыл бұрын
Can you show how to repair soles of moccasins...I have a hole in my pair of favorites...
@dianastasny93384 жыл бұрын
Hey Chuck! Love the channel, love your energy, don't change a thing! Question for ya: I'm kinda new to leather craft, haven't done in earnest since I was in the scouts decades ago. I only just started back up to make sheaths for knives of a very particular style but I'm seeing the potential to take it a bit farther and learning a lot here. I've tried a straight BLO finish to good effect but now wonder if it would work as well over dye? A friend recently gifted me a bunch of Fiebings Leather Dye so now I have a bunch if colors I'd love to try out.
@WeaverLeatherSupply4 жыл бұрын
Hi David, Thank you so much, so glad you like the videos! I would maybe test a piece of scrap leather with the dye and finish and see how it works. I would recommend using a leather finish of some sort just because its made specifically for that purpose, I like the Fiebing's Leather Balm or Fiebings Saddle-Lac myself.
@dianastasny93384 жыл бұрын
@@WeaverLeatherSupply Thanks for getting back to me. That's pretty much what I wound up doing. I put some of the intended dye Ina piece of scrap the applied BLO over it. Several coats later, it didn't harm the dye at all, no running, rub-off or scaling like I had feared, but it made no appreciable difference either. I guess it's as you say, it's just not the material for the application and a proper top coat is the way to go. Thanks again.
@patricewilliams17762 жыл бұрын
Hi what type of glue do I use for leather earrings?
@maknifeandrods77014 жыл бұрын
On Don Gonzales’s you tube site does saddles and will always coat his saddles and belts with two coats of barge cement. If he is going to wet form leather on a saddle he will put three coats on till dry and then apply a very light wet coat. the Wet coat allows him to move the leather slightly. Do you do anything like this?
@kevincarbonneau78213 жыл бұрын
Any tips on applying a patch to a PU leather car seat with adhesive? I can't find a single qualified person that can sew or stitch it.
@philc26044 жыл бұрын
Hi Chuck.. loving your videos, great information really well explained for a beginner like me .. I've looked at your videos on dyeing leather and I've a question - what's the difference between the oil based dyes and water based dyes? My local leather store recommended the Eco Flo range as something good for a beginner and it worked well on my first project. I'm now looking at getting additional colours and I'm going to try my hand at some leather carving soon so would be hoping to do some antiquing too.. I see you always use the oil-based dyes and get great results. So before I buy more dye and antique could you perhaps do a pros and cons of oil versus water based? All the best from Phil in Ireland
@WeaverLeatherSupply4 жыл бұрын
Hi Phil, I like the Pro Dye because it gives me the best and most uniform coverage and it has minimal rub off. The main difference is that the Pro Dye has an oil based dye stuff. I am looking into some water based options but I've not done enough experimenting to feel comfortable doing a pros and cons video yet. I'll keep at it though!
@philc26044 жыл бұрын
@@WeaverLeatherSupply thanks Chuck.. I'll give it a spin and see what happens 😀
@philc26044 жыл бұрын
@@WeaverLeatherSupply Thanks folks.. got the pro-dye and just finished the project.. colour is great (diluted it 50:50 with methylated spirits) and applies well with no streakiness.. very happy
@cousinsbaldo1133 жыл бұрын
Hi chuck I hope you can help me. The edge paint of my epi leather bag melted. Do you have any idea how can I fix it? Thanks a lot. God bless and keep safe.
@zackgreenshields66334 жыл бұрын
Do a tutorial on the cub seeing machine. I had it running perfect until I had to replace the bobbin with more string now I can’t get it to stitch!
@WeaverLeatherSupply4 жыл бұрын
Hi Zack, Chuck will be doing a video on the Cub, just to show some of features but we have the full instructional video that we would recommend watching if you haven't already: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f2mtnINmo5eheac If that doesn't help, please give us a call and one of our machinery guys would be happy to help you.
@lukassparks19674 жыл бұрын
You should make a video on how to make a Leather bracelet from scratch
@WeaverLeatherSupply4 жыл бұрын
Hi Eli, We have a few bracelet videos, we'l link them below for you. Making a Leather Cuff Bracelet: kzbin.info/aero/PLzvwlO3D_z7fBWMNLYOgmI8nXAHU3kEJB Double Wrap Cuff: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m2LRmaOAl5uLhK8 Cross Hatch Bracelet: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bV7GqXepapKbo5o Mystery Braid Cuff: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mHSodGeaYrCUh7c
@LMFAO5001 Жыл бұрын
How strong is the bond between leather and suede? If i wanted to make a piece of leather 1mm thicker would gluing a suede to the flesh side accomplish that? Would it be strong structurally
@WeaverLeatherSupply Жыл бұрын
Yes, suede is a great liner option! You should get a good strong bond if you glue suede on to the flesh side of leather.
@S0phisticatedZ0mbie3 жыл бұрын
Chuck, Help me out man. Im trying to line the inside of a helmet with leather. Its faux leather so its a bit more plyable but I can seem to figure out how to lay it down smooth inside of a bowl shape. Can you help me out with that? I cant find any other videos regarding this.
@iQyan23 жыл бұрын
Is contact cement dry-cleanable? Because I want to find a glue that can be applied into a scale-lifted python leather jacket.
@robertjones32413 жыл бұрын
I've used DAP (Weldwood) neoprene rubber cement for glueing in welts for knife sheaths. The problem was that when burnishing the weld edge, the rubber cement between the layers also rubbed and smeared over the finished edge making it sticky and unsightly. I had to rub the edge with a soft cloth and a bit of mineral oil to take it off. Does the the BARGE or S-18 cement do the same thing?
@WeaverLeatherSupply3 жыл бұрын
Hi Robert, You shouldn't have this issue with Barge or S-18 - just make sure the glue is in a thin layer. If it's on too thick, it will get gummy. You can always thin the glue with glue thinner if it's getting too thick.
@earlelzy72432 жыл бұрын
Could I just use small craft white glue or the brand you have? I also have the same question about contact cement. Does it matter the brand because I could get them at my local craft shop?
@davidjennings1273 жыл бұрын
Just good practical advice.🎃
@persecutedbiblebeliever54934 жыл бұрын
How do you waterproof water based dye on the project?
@westernfred6314 жыл бұрын
Hi Chuck, I have had a question on my mind for a few days, if i have a pre-dyed veg tan leather, can i tool and stamp it as a natural? and how is it going to affect the outcome? and an i antik it? maybe it could be an element video? Thanks for your exellent videos.
@WeaverLeatherSupply4 жыл бұрын
Hi there, Most pre-dyed veg tan can be stamped, but not tooled. We'll link our rifle sling video below where we stamped an English Bridle Leather. You should be able to antique it but I would suggest testing it on a scrap piece of leather so you can make sure it is the correct color. kzbin.info/www/bejne/naaYoHd8dtOEf9k
@bigdaddysherwood4 жыл бұрын
Will the all-purpose cement thinner work on the barge? I bought some barge cement thinner and no place local had it so I had to wait 6 weeks to get it
@ericshumaker83113 жыл бұрын
What about gluing leather onto real wood or compressed wood?
@mycats73213 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Can the S-18 neoprene all purpose cement be used for doubling up leather in leather masks? Or would something else be recommended? I think I will borrow Mom's marble rolling pin for rolling stuff together.
@WeaverLeatherSupply3 жыл бұрын
Hi there! I would say S-18 or Barge and yes, use a rolling pin or something heavy to press the two pieces together.
@shannonsirevaag54843 жыл бұрын
I am wanting to make leather keychains I cut out of my glowforge, what type of glue should I use to glue the wrong sides of the leather together permanently?
@wyattc.44553 жыл бұрын
I used fiebings glue to glue the fibrous side to a paint mixer and make a strop. I imagine all three of these glues will work to glue two wrong sides together. If the glue doesn’t stick, try slicking the fibrous side before glueing to make a flattened surface.
@user-ue9gc1cj9g4 жыл бұрын
good day! you can help with the pattern of the Confederate cap.. thank you in advance
@johnhemmons94604 жыл бұрын
Hello Chuck, I want to form leather and make a pouch for a given size tin. How much clearance or extra length and width and height do you recommend for the pattern greater than the size of the given tin? For example if the tin is 3" L x 2" W x 1/2" H what would you recommend the mold size should be? Thanks for your assistance. Enjoy this beautiful day Warmest Wishes and God Bless, John
@michaelbartley95724 жыл бұрын
You put the leather over it dry like you was forming it but keep about an inch and a half extra. It will give you plenty of extra. Then wet form dry and trim.
@easyfoodchannelsa4 жыл бұрын
Hello I want to know how to make leather handles for woman and men please
@WeaverLeatherSupply4 жыл бұрын
Hi there, We have a video on making trunk style handles that can be used for briefcases and bags/purses. We'll link it here for you: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gqLThX6OoM5re8k
@easyfoodchannelsa4 жыл бұрын
@@WeaverLeatherSupply asss sorry did not see my miss spell I ment to say sandals not handles 🙈🙊🙉 touch screen phone