Leather Mystery Braid Cuff

[@seitch1]

This guy is like that art teacher in jr. high where you walk into class on the first day with no interest in art but because of his great attitude, patience and dedication to his craft, you develop an interest where you had none before.

[@bethtargett4304]

I wish I had teachers like this guy. Being taught by someone who is truly passionate makes a huge difference to how well the students are able to learn from them

[@moze_-]

The only art teacher I ever had like that was 3rd grade. First time I did work with clay (only a few other times) but it's what made me realize I like working with my hand and creating stuff.

[@laineysilva3146]

You are 100% correct, I was thinking, I bet I can make a braid leather cuff.

[@kevinsmith9190]

@@moze_- you ate the Elmer’s glue too. I know I did.

[@theemissary1313]

This video should be shown to teachers. Everything is clear, concise, easily understandable, full of positive energy. I don't know what caused youtube to suggest this to me, but good grief I'm glad it did!

[@allaboutperspective650]

Dito

[@Hugh.Manatee]

Speaking as a teacher; I try to hit that positive energy, but unfortunately your teachers are only human. We have our off days and some students just suck that energy out of you (not always by their own fault). It's a lot easier, especially if you're a bit introverted, to put that energy on for half an hour to an hour making a video, than doing it 6 hours a day every day. Don't get me wrong I love my job and I get a lot of energy back from my students, but I know I'm not the best teacher I can be every hour of every day. I don't think any one of us can do that.

[@Ostsol]

Craftsmen sharing their expertise are some of the best contributors to KZbin.

[@tombarth1303]

I'm a fairly experienced woodworker, and I try to use the "old ways" if I can. It is much more satisfying to me that I can pass on some of the original skills to my kids & grand kids. Tom Barth

[@brttchpmn]

If the old guys don’t share their knowledge it will be lost.

[@ClaudioParraGonzalez]

Damn! He is such a good teacher. You can tell he has a lifetime of experience and love for what he does!

[@elizabethoconnor1493]

Can't believe this is free and available to the public. Thank you for your dedication to your craft and for making this an accessible hobby to everyone!

[@jozennn3133]

dont know how i ended here.but this video solve 1 life mystery. thank you sir

[@fallenpsyco]

Same here... KZbin randomly played it and luckily it did!

[@vickydeezombies]

Its a life mystery i didnt even know i wanted to know

[@MzClementine]

🥴😆🤣😂

[@unseeliej]

Same! Random recommendation answered questions I didn't even know I had.

[@japonesa5186]

jozen nn Same. Sooooo same. #magic

[@crystalKrystal]

I believe most of us here wonder why this popped up in our recommended videos but ended up watching it ang liking it. Thank you, Sir!

[@Gottaculat]

Was likely inevitable for me; been watching videos of ammo reloading, wood turning, blacksmithing, gunsmithing, bushcraft, fletching, DIY fishing lures, bow making, carpentry, 3D printing, resin art, camo painting, taxidermy, air brushing, glassblowing... really, any videos about making stuff. Kinda surprised leather craft didn't get recommended until now. Last time I did leather craft was in the Indian Guides to make our vest and a wallet. Jeez, that was about 30 years ago...

[@michaelclark6198]

@@Gottaculat Indian Guides was the GOAT. Some of my greatest memories came from those days.

[@JHEANMSWIFT]

Same here 🤣

[@yasmine1012]

Maybe the KZbin gods are just generous and kind 😊

[@Dakotajmillsap]

I don't have any interest in leather working at all. BUT the way this guy talks and his attitude is awesome. I'm subscribing just so I can watch more leather Bob Ross.

[@charleseunson2629]

Leather Bob Ross The only necessary comparison

[@dixonqwerty]

I agree! I am subscribing now :)

[@bruceberna2554]

Thistle Prince b. B nite kore

[@erepsekahs]

The dude is like....far out man.

[@rajatverma6061]

Hiiii swity

[@failuretocommunicate4976]

I bet it smells fantastic in his shop. Idk if it’s the leather or polish or combo but walking in a leather shop always smells so good.

[@lizbetholney]

It’s the glue too🤣

[@oscargr_]

It could be the dead cows or the solution used to tan the leather?

[@jeffhollon395]

It's definitely the leather. I love being in my shop and working leather. The smell is calming.

[@mysticmarygypsyqueen]

I'm not sure why this showed up in my suggestions but it brought me tremendous joy and a flood of emotion. My father had a leather store from the 70s thru to the late 90s. Even after he was infirmed at the VA hospital he taught leather working to others there. I've made plenty of these cuffs but it was a long time ago. I was a daddy's girl and wish I'd taken over the business like he wanted me to back then. Thank you YT for the suggestion and thank you to the content creator for this great video.

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Wow, thank you so much for your comment! Glad to hear that you enjoyed the video. :)

[@bobbobbing4220]

your like the bob ross of leather. such a soothing lesson

[@doralevitt2879]

Lol!!

[@ianosborne188]

bob bobbing Cool.

[@nunchi6876]

bob bobbing i was just thinking that!

[@jackoniel8565]

"And we're going to put a happy little snap over here"

[@rachelflamestoker7129]

@stephen madl why so angry?

[@catherinemuessig5673]

Hi! I'm Catt in Portland, Oregon. I made and sold these "Mystery Bracelets" while in Madison, Hi School, I graduated 1971. Being a "Hippie Chic", I was into making crafts like Candles (I made my own molds),Macrame (I have the Macrame hanging Owl plant holder from my Mothers' home) this "Owl" is hanging safely on my balcony wall and in excellent condition. Small macrame like bracelets, earrings, necklaces. Leather items these "Mystery bracelets" were my lunch money, some clothing money, craft money and of course my horses' shoes, bridles, saddle pads, grain, hay. My Mystery bracelets were not copied from anyone and I didn't tell anyone how I made them. They started from scrap leather that was too nice to throw away. Thank you for reading this comment; got a little excited.

[@Trassel242]

I’ve always wondered how those are done, so cool to see how! My grandma used to do leathercraft, but her rheumatism put an end to it. So I feel that by learning the craft, I’m honouring her, in a way.

[@carolynnkelly283]

You are an amazing teacher. Each step is clearly explained and you address issues and reasons and just general good practice while teaching us to do a really cool project and it didn't feel like learning. I often ( most of the time) rewind a video every 10 sec to rewatch because I have forgotten what I just saw. I am absolutely confident I could ( and am about to) replicate it and not rewatch once. You have a true gift. Thank you

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Thank you so much!

[@rjwh67220]

I knew a guy who was a master of the mystery braid. He could braid any odd number of strips. He made me an absolutely gorgeous guitar strap with fifteen strips over fifty years ago that I still have and even occasionally use.

[@ajarmstrong355]

‘Chew up a little real estate’ is the best way I’ve heard to say ‘get smaller’ 😄😄

[@andersengman3896]

I've always wondered how you make these, but I have no idea how it ended up in my feed, haha... Cool info, though!

[@logancorston2217]

@ravvraj big brother is watching

[@andresarubbi9942]

So did I.

[@darlingl929]

Me too lol!

[@earlelzy7243]

I was going to say the same thing.

[@camanando]

The algorithm has chosen you to become a weaving wizard

[@SlayingBB324]

This guy is a wizard with leather. So easy to learn and motivating.

[@stevedye3121]

Years ago I made finger rings with that technique. Two sets very tight, was tough ! Left leather natural, skin oil eventually turned it a beautiful brown. I don't believe my fingers are up to the task now.

[@nickiegodfrey4287]

I've been looking for a hobby for my up coming retirement and thanks to you I have found it. Thank you.

[@nikiTricoteuse]

What a great tutorial! These braids have fascinated me for decades. I also really appreciate you showing those of us who don't have clever or specialist tools alternative ways.

[@BobbyCastleberry]

It's been a while since I had done a mystery braid and was looking for a refresher video. Wow was I surprised to see the man who originally got me started with leather working explaining it again in his wonderful clear style. It's great to see you on here reaching more people!

[@sarapryde8700]

This answered a question I've had for years. I finished the video and immediately made one with my brothers old scrap leather, tin snips, my pocket knife and a dull exacto knife. Not how I expected my morning to go, thank you for the inspiring video :)

[@cjertel5847]

I've always wondered how this was done! I love it! I am so interested in leathercrafting. I love every part of the process and all the tools involved. I'm in a really rough situation and hoping to come out of this dark place, and I think I'm going to take the leap and invest in this. I'm a beginner, with no experience but I feel naturally drawn to leathercraft and very confident that I can achieve this goal.

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Thank you for watching - we hope you try and love leatherworking!

[@sookiekat987]

Same here. I'm a stay athome mom and always loved leather stuff since I was a kid and felt drawn to it. I'm about to start investing in this and I'm excited! I keep watching the videos and learning as much as I can until I get the basic tools and materials to start.

[@pinkandpink4577]

@@sookiekat987 I just watched a beginner video from Corter Leather & Cloth. He shows you how to "dip your toe" into leather crafting without breaking the bank only to figure out it's something you may not be into it.

[@violetviolet888]

@@WeaverLeatherSupply 5:40 "non-slip tape" Can you provide a specific example? Brand/model?

[@tryzz8]

Chuck, your the best. I am 70 now and started doing leather projects because of you 2 years ago. I binged watched your videos. Loved every one and I have made so many leather products as gifts for family and friends.

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Thank you so much, that means a lot! I'm sure your friends and family are loving their handmade gifts!

[@thomaszbrog4113]

This guy is friggin awesome! When I was younger I was a punk rock kid and there was a local shop called Tandy leather in the city I grew up in. There was an older feller there that taught me how to do conical spike studs, pyramid studs and snaps. We were worlds apart as people but became buds when it came to leather. This video just brought me back to that memory. Makes me wanna revisit a little spare time leather craft. Thanks so much for this. 🤟

[@MrRolandMichel]

I foolishly undid a braided wristband... now I "know" how to redo it, but not this late a night and sober... Thank you sir!

[@ElizabethRamirez-zq4oe]

I also loved the close up and very useful demostration of how to detangle twice and how each of them where very different acording to the amount of sets doneand the explanation of start braiding under instead off over for a better clean look. I suscribed

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Thank you for subscribing!

[@johnz5359]

I love how energetic and enthusiastic this guy is. He loves working with leather and that's awesome.

[@davidh9585]

The confidence you make all of your cuts and punches is impressive. Belies you experience. Nicely done.

[@DankWish]

When he described a bad cut as 'squirrely' i knew he was a professional craftsman. Instant sub

[@Dragons_Novel]

I have a bracelet just like that and for years, I stared at it wondering how it was braided. Now I know, and since that bracelet lost some of the braids over time due to wear (or maybe it had just one set to begin with), I was able to add a second set. It looks wonderful again. Thank you.

[@violetviolet888]

That's great!

[@ellicooper2323]

I was making these in the early 70s. In fact, my wedding headband was a blue velvet one that my daughter used too.

[@richardkatzman2066]

Sometimes, when you’re cutting something this narrow, the knife tends to travel and you won’t get a straight line. I found that if you take a wide strip of painters tape and attach it to the Skiver side on both the piece you’re cutting and the piece that you’re laying the square on for stability you will get a nice neat cut with out the chance of wondering.

[@barbaradvojatzki2852]

Knowledge is nothing if cannot translate into a common easy message that anyone can understand. I love your style of teaching, awesome work! Thank you so much!

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Thanks so much, Bárbara!

[@Kekker1944]

I used this same method for a Rifle Sling, as you walked with your Rifle over your shoulder and bouncing around the Mystery Braid takes up the shock.

[@missy_michaels]

Wow! I don't work with leather, but I really appreciate being able to see the magic of how it's done. :D You're an excellent teacher. Thank you!

[@umerbutt2636]

Hy

[@katg2139]

I bought a pack of bracelets already cut and it came with braiding instructions. Yours are so much easier to understand. And the tips are awesome! Thank you so much

[@willhamilton297]

the amount of mental gymnastics needed for someone to create this for the first time... oh boy, that's some crazy stuff right there

[@sarahdavis8006]

His opening about sums it up. I had one of these bracelets when I was a kid and I’ve always wondered how it worked.

[@flannelquilt]

Wonderful teacher! Tricks and tips are so helpful. The tone of his voice is soothing.

[@DNHandcrafted]

Fantastic demonstration and you are an excellent teacher! I've never done leather working before and I feel that I could make one of these. Thank you!

[@MOTOBLADE]

Would love to spend a week with Chuck learning this in his shop. What an amazing instructor!

[@ZalemMoon]

I always thought these looked so cool and could never figure out how it was done, you're really good at explaining it and making it easy

[@mrgibbs7710]

I love how you demonstrate most of this with every day tools, utility knife, carpenter square with a little bit of tape on the bottom instead of that fancy ruler with cork.

[@jackl2254]

heh.. i found a ruler like that like 2 week ago in my garage and had no idea what it was doing there and what was the purpose of the cork.. make sense now, thx!

[@petersuter6660]

Hey colleague, nice that you pass on your knowledge on your KZbin channel. I had a leather workshop and made hundreds of leather belts, moccasins hand made, all leather, in this style, I cut them out to seven cuts. What is also important here is that it must always be odd, i.e. 3,5,7,9 etceteraetcetera. I wish you many thumbs up and followers of your channel. Take care! Peter

[@kellywilliams529]

Seriously excellent job! I love how organized you were, quick you were, and the words were exactly what needed to be said! You could teach other video makers how to do it! Thank you for not wasting my time!

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Kelly, we're so glad you liked the video. Thanks for watching.

[@kellywilliams529]

Any chance you have a video on how to make a formal sporran (not the soft bag kind)? I've been looking for a good while now, but am coming up empty.

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Kelly, we do not have a video on how to make a sporran at this time; however, Chuck is Scottish (Buchanan) and is excited about a sporran video as we develop videos for more complicated projects. Thanks for the suggestion!

[@casiunangelnetta]

Wonderful teaching attitude! You turned a subject that’s interesting to you into a subject interesting to everyone watching. So great seeing how much you enjoy what you do. Thank you!

[@quietsometimes4538]

I have some bracelets similar to these but I somehow undid the braids a long time ago and haven't been able to get it back to how it was since then. So yay now I can redo the braids.

[@hotaru8309]

I was thinking that "I know some people have undone these." I'm glad you can fix it now.

[@mrscaramouche9199]

It is fantastic to see a master craftsman at work. I think this video not only shows how it’s made, it also teaches to appreciate the handcrafted items. We live in a world of mass produced cheap items and most will agree, good work isn't cheap, cheap work isn't good. There is a reason why people are mesmerized watching you work. Thanks for the great video thumbs up!!!

[@catherinethomas1852]

I am here in the UK and have a wrist band just the same as he made there in black and have always wondered how it was done, Now I know, You tube threw this up by chance so pleased I watched it. Thanks for that.

[@Andrew_in_the_garden]

I had been wondering how to do this since I had learnt it in middle school but forgotten exactly how you twist the leather at the end and then this got recommended ,what a coincidence~

[@kenroth791]

I’m doing mystery cuffs with my 5 grand girls this week! Should be fun, thanks for the tips and tutorials.

[@bucketsAMF]

KZbin is weird when I'm on it for this long. I have absolutely no interest in leather work, but here I am, captivated AF...

[@zolan4277]

Subscribed for 3 reasons. 1) True craftsman that makes amazing stuff. 2) Blew my mind with this braid. 3) Repeatedly doing something really well and saying "Niiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiice". Please NEVER stop doing #3. Very cool stuff.

[@joopsexclimationpoint]

Thank you so much for explaining every step in a warm and welcoming way, even right down to doing just a normal three strand braid before moving on to braiding the mystery braid :) it really made leather working seem more accessible to a brand new beginner

[@simonwright9916]

I love this channel. Great ideas all the time but without constantly plugging their products.

[@someGUYwithADHD]

I dont know how i got to this video. But watching how that braid was done, was pretty effin cool

[@СергейЧелентано-х3л]

Спасибо тебе, дедушка американец. Хорошая работа.

[@imFrawst]

In my 22 years of life I have never had such a good explanation to braiding. I swear on it.

[@AStrangernightApache0864]

I'm a 58 year old man who never knew how to braid until seeing this video 👍you my friend are an artist with the love you show is amazing !!! Thank you and I pray that you're still doing what you love doing. I'm gonna subscribe because I'm interested in learning how to work with leather ! 👍💯😎

[@imogensyms7164]

From a British person- I love this dudes accent. I feel like he would suit saying a small YEE HAAW

[@zeehobo]

Great craftsmanship, friendly host and awesome camera work! Don't work with leather but damn was it interesting

[@Garbagejuicewaterfall]

Another “why am I watching this” moment But good stuff though✌🏻

[@aleks.t2245]

exactly

[@runkurgan]

weird part is I remember seeing this before but YeeTub deleted my like and put it back in the recommended...

[@babidavi6910]

The way you verbally gave yourself a pat on the back after every move was honestly so nice to hear. I did used to wonder about these leather braids back when I had a woven belt in grade school. So thanks for solving that bit of ancient mystery for me! 😁

[@marionschu8372]

You are such a positive teacher. If i were young i would love to do my job training at your place.

[@53prime]

And just like that I've managed to become wildly interested in leatherwork. Great video!

[@shanesims2864]

Very nice!! your teaching method is great !!

[@f.zuidersma3144]

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[@serdarsipahioglu6136]

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[@ilomaimets1696]

leather ends wovenback in

[@clikuk3719]

Nice professional video that has gave a lot of people a new hobby and knowledge nice one .

[@raykiii]

I did it, Chuck! I was only able to get two sets on mine. I didn't have room for three. It looks nice. Thank you.

[@tomnekuda3818]

Genius! I always wondered.......... I bet the strength in this fella's hands is amazing.

[@thewilddinkus8026]

Nice, good to know leather workers dont use magic to do that braid

[@tracik1277]

The Wild Dinkus! Used to be done by elves.

[@RegsaGC]

My village burnt one guy at the stake who was wearing one of them belts. I guess this just goes to show.

[@XeeroBliss]

I was engaged the the whole video and I don’t even craft.

[@dangelagregornik690]

Great clear instructions. I think I need to bring snaps into my work.

[@quentincollins4677]

I have been teaching braiding for almost twenty years and you are the only other person I have seen teach the mystery braid the same way I teach it. Classes usually really like doing it withe five strands.

[@JessicaCEP]

Ah, I really like your explanation of the untangling…i went to summer camp when I was a kid and did leatherwork, and this brings me back…great video

[@WaxingRadiance]

Never watched anything like this before.... It was riveting !

[@rhiannongeorge2939]

No it was braiding, rivets are something different

[@justcurious2613]

I like how he compliments himself. "Nice!"

[@fammnak852]

I know rightttt we need to do this more to our lives ❤️😍

[@flux4flux]

have nothing to do with those crafts but enjoyed every second 💖 thank you

[@luigimariani3773]

Ma in italiano non ce

[@edythethompson7671]

I sold the third bracelet I made. I wasn't expecting it, but after seeing the first two, my friend said she wanted one and would pay me for it. Thanks for making leatherwork so approachable.

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

That is awesome, so glad to hear that!

[@yasmine1012]

Yay! I feel all happy and warm inside. Dang. About life in general and stuff. Thank you Leather Mr. Rogers!

[@shizustacean]

On the next episode of "Why is this in my recommended and why did I watched it all" We learn how to do mystery braid and tips on leatherworks.

[@mallen462]

Same

[@evilgrandmaofficial]

Within 45 seconds of watching this I subscribed because this video just felt so damn comfy, warm and friendly. Heck I know nothing about leather and how to craft with it. But I've already got a feeling this might become one of many hobbies of mine... Note: I'm 11:43 in and just noticed we have the same watch.

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Bas, Thanks for the comments. It really means more than you know. And the same watch! Very cool! It’s a good watch!

[@ge2719]

i remember wondering how these were braided as a solid piece. i bet theres some interesting maths behind whats possible with this.

[@lamarcarter6699]

I as a young boy in Miami Florida took classes at Tandy leather school and have loved leather working,I’ve made wallets,belts, and handbags for my late wife.Once I’ve even made a pair of chaps with a matching vest for my Harley days but your right leather work is remarkable I loved it. I still from time to time make some projects but people don’t understand the time and work that goes into projects that may require extensive hand carving the desert rose or a pair of running horses on leather they try to talk you down on the price,so in my older years I just make things when I can. Thanks for the tutorials it’s always good to see others master the craft

[@texasangel517]

I always wondered how this was done..I subscribed as I worked with leather back in 80s and starting it back this year.

[@kornfreak78]

This popped up randomly on my feed and I was like "What the hell" so I started watching. I soon learned that you were teaching the method of making a braid cuff, and I had always wondered how that was made, so thank you for solving that mystery! I went ahead and subbed to your channel. :)

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Thanks so much!

[@thebruce9042]

Awesome! Kind of like watching one of those magic tricks revealed shows.

[@650tonyd]

great and informative. the host does a great job

[@general5104]

I used to do leather-crafting several decades ago. I learned a valuable lesson, that if you're doing custom work, you get paid in advance...especially if the person's name or initials are tooled into the project. I made a gun-belt with the impossible braid sections coming up to a carved name, in cursive, across the back and two slots up forward on the sides for two cross-draw 45 colt western gun-slinging revolvers that were western carved and the fellows initials carved in and shaded and the letters painted. The leather left natural color. The set was for the owner of a gasoline chain of stations. He got sued for something underhanded and went bankrupt and refused to pick up his project. I had a month of work and leather tied up in it. ALWAYS GET ALL THE MONEY UP FRONT BEFORE STARTING A CUSTOM JOB !!! ( I subbed. ) Bill, from Tn. 🇺🇸

[@bak1358]

Mind blown. I didn't even skip a second of this video. One of the best how-to videos I've ever seen. I wish all my old teachers could communicate that well. 👍

[@JOSEMARIAVELOZLOZANO]

Hasta parece magia, muchas gracias y saludos desde Ocotlan, Jalisco. Ya me suscribi.

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

¡Saludos! Muchas gracias por mirar

[@amrfoda7619]

Excuse me, Are you talking in English language or what

[@bshart1127]

@@amrfoda7619 excuse me, what does it matter?

[@verdedenim662]

@@amrfoda7619 it's "or what". The OP (JMVL) said : "It seems like magic, thank you very much and greetings from Ocotlan, Jalisco. I already subscribed.". Then, WLS replied, saying "Best regards! Thank you very much for watching" ... Ocotlán is a city in Jalisco, Mexico. A lot of furniture is made there (I suspect a lot of upholstering, too, which is why the OP might be watching a leather craft channel). And the language is technically, Spanish. Or Mexican, or one of a hundred other dialects of that language. Your comment seemed a bit rough, so I thought I'd give you the benefit of the doubt and provide some context for you.

[@bobbixvv]

i'm literally wearing one right now and i got this in my recommended... spooky

[@verasverrucktevideos1810]

Awesome. Just can't figure out how it got into my feed 😂 still after all this time in know how these are made

[@rajatverma6061]

Whatsaap me plzz this no. 👉 7723961211

[@jonathansimmonds5784]

Way back in the mists of time and ever since that's the way a 'jess' is made for falconry. Did it myself in the mid 60's when training a Kestrel.

[@irenestotelmyre2524]

i accidentally stumbled upon your session. excellent tutorial. i sew with different mediums, and do a little jewelry, you inspired me to use your techniques in my sewing, crafting items. you speech was pleasant, your explanations for a novice, and your passion to share is contagious. thank you ever so much. loved it all.

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Thank you so much!

[@Sor00]

Спасибо за косички!Thanks for the pigtails!

[@ppcarlson23]

This is definitely one of the more random places KZbin’s sent me. But man this awesome

[@gabbyholloman9398]

I feel down the KZbin rabbit hole again. Still a cool video

[@sobreaver]

uh, I didn't know I liked leatherworking this much, I could've listen to the man for hours it feels :P Well done sir !

[@Mellow-mi4yn]

Thank you! I just got a bag of scrap leather and decided to make my first bracelet! Your video was very helpful, thank you!