You're videos are the best for anyone wanted to learn for to get into leather crafting. I am hoping to start up a small online store in the coming year to start selling small batches of leather goods, and none of it would be possible without the education you and the other creators on UA-cam have provided to the community!
Conditioning is like religion. Everyone believes something different. I am a Bickmore Bick 4 fan. Introduced to me by Steve at Bedo's. I do use Neatsfoot oil. Sometimes the Aussie wax. Especially after water based dying. I have found one new technique. Using water-based adhesive, (German and Italian made) if I get any on my grain surface it is ruined. Water-based contact cement will leave a very bad mark. (solvent based contact cement does not) I have found a solution. Prior to gluing, I apply a thin coat of Smith's Leather balm on the grain. If I accidentally get adhesive on the grain, it wipes right off.
As always, high quality information from an artisan of the highest quality. Thank you so much for sharing your expertise with the rest of us. Every time I watch one of your videos I come away with pearls I can use to make my work that much better. Thank you.
Can you explain the inner liner? I've always thought it looked weird having that little flap on the top and when I've made bifolds with a pattern that has it, I've just left it out. What I like to do instead is completely line the cash pouch on both sides, so with a 2/3oz veg I can get an outer and inner shell that's a little thicker, while still keeping the pockets thin. I also haven't had the money to buy two weights of veg to make the shell and pockets different though, so that may be more of an adaptation for me. I would love to hear your thoughts on that flap and lining in general though! Also, I felt super validated when you mentioned the limited glue and how it helps with repairability because that's what I thought/what I do, but I wasn't sure if that was the best way 😅 but I figured if the thread ever tears I can repair it so thanks for that lol
My overall favorite leather conditioner is Skidmores. For general purpose conditioning it has the perfect combination of oila and waxes, leaving the lather soft and supple and protected with one product. I also love it for treating brand new Sedgewick bridle as I find it to bee a little too stiff when brand new. I also like Obenauf's for shoes/boots and more rugged items like Eric mentions in the video. And Tandy's Dr. Jackson's Hide Rejuvinator is a great all-around conditioner if you don't want any wax.
watched this while oiling my new(to me they seem well used and cared for) leather pants for the first time! ive been putting it off for months lol. it was pretty hard to find any instructional videos for oiling large items, but i was able to learn a lot about general leather care from this video! i cant find anywhere if i have to add the conditioner after i use oil, but im assuming its fine. your creations are super cool!
Love you guys and the videos. Started doing leather work over 2 years ago. You were the first UA-camrs I learned from. Glad to see you are always trying new things and still teaching the old ways and the reasons yada yada yada! I have had four knee surgeries myself and am retired. Nice that most of the leather work allows me to sit. 😊
I use one of your card wallet every day and i love it! Actually, i found more useful to me one that was in a grab bag that i bought with a wallet i purchased from you, it was a surprise!
Great video Eric. Thank you. I told my wallet customer that the wallet had a lifetime warranty and to call me when he needs a repair. Hoping to hear from him in 7-8 years. Lol
Thank you for such an informative video. In my family I’m known as the leather guy and usually tasked rejuvenating my wife’s leather bags and out leather couch.
I used to use mink oil until I discovered horse oil, this oil is similar to mink oil, but, less greasy, with thinner gel-like properties, also it won't stain most leather as mink oil and neatsfoot oil will. It's rendered from horse shin bones rather than mink oil that comes fats from the fur trade. It's naturally high in linolenic acid that keeps leather supple for longer. Neatsfoot oil comes from the rendered fats from cattle shin bones but it's far inferior to horse oil. Horse oil is used in "high end" cosmetic products because it's so pure and good. Try it and you'll see why it's the best (but also a bit more expensive.) But if you have selected the best leather, thread and pattern and you've spent hours building the best leather product that you can, it's worth using the best horse oil for the look and longevity. In my opinion it's a game changer!
Uh, don't know if I'm ready for the big change. A stool?! I am shooketh. Love to see the longterm service customers get for their treasures. I agree, the repair is nice - seeing the wallet again that has been out in the world. How it is worn down and aged.
This is such a great video, packed full of so much helpful info. I have a leather travelers notebook I use for a wallet. I know next to nothing about leather, but it feels dry to me. And I KNOW the spine is dry-it's cracking. I have some mink oil I was going to use, but wasn't sure if it was ok to use on it. After reading many mixed reviews from the "experts," I was lead to believe it was the devil's spit, so didn't. I trust you, so I'll go ahead and use it. May pick up the Aussie conditioner as well. I don't have a heat gun. Do you think a blow dryer will do any good? To be fair, it isn't great quality leather at all, so I guess I have nothing to lose if I completely ruin it. Thanks again for the great content (love the new stool 😉)!
Not a leather expert, but given that he was using the heat gun on a low setting from far away, I actually think a blow dryer would be perfect. I have both a heat gun and a blow dryer in my shop. I use the blow dryer when I need gently heat than the heat gun provides.
I don't think you'd need the heat for mink oil. The heat works for something like the Aussie conditioner because it's mostly wax, it melts the wax which lets it absorb into the leather more readily. With the mink oil it should absorb straight in no problems.
Thanks for the info. I always wanted to know the difference between the oils. Now I can tell my customers too when they ask the difference. I myself stick with Aussie as I tend not to use lots of liquids just because of being a klutz and spilling things
Great video. I have a question. My wife has a very similar vintage bag. Had to be stored in bottom of closet. One corner pushed in. Doesn't stay popped out. Any ideas how to get it back out? Thanks
What would you recommend to darken a backpack with Horween Veg Tan Essex Leather! without ruining the leather, I was looking at the description of the bag and it mentioned that the leather was slightly bleached so I was hoping I could tan the leather a bit more if possible.
Could you do a video that explains what each of the Leather products on your website does. I’m seeing things like leather balm and other things. I need to moisturize a decorative leather belt that I have so it doesn’t crack, but I don’t know what to use. And I don’t understand how any of those Leather products work that are on your site.
Ooooh so that’s the benefit of not gluing… 🤯 Edit: yeah…maybe I’ll reduce the amount of gluing after all. Repairability makes sense and being able to pull apart the components without damaging them seems preferable over some added robustness that will come back to bite you when you need to repair things…
There's one thing I don't quite follow; You mentioned earlier in the video that you don't like using glue when assembling a wallet with the saddle stitch, but then (when reassembling it) you use glue. Why the contrary statement?
Is the Aussie leather conditioner or mink oil be something to put on wallets when you first make them? I'm not selling just gifts but want to sell when I get better
Sorry, a little off topic, what weight of leather do you use for wallets? Also, you’ve made me realize I need to buy quality supplies and stop buying from Amazon! Buckleguy all the way👍🏼 keepin it local
I bought a handmade wallet that smells strongly of chemicals. I've tried several things to no avail. When exposed for a couple minutes I get a strong, lasting, headache. Is there something I can do to save it, or should I call it a loss? I've tried to soak up the smell with baking soda, cleaning with white vinegar, using leather cleaners, and hung in front of a fan for 8 hours,
Please, hold the camera still. This is an awesome video to watch, to see how time only makes leather form to its owner. What conditioner would you suggest for severely dry LV vachetta that’s beginning to crack? I’ve used Becks, but it doesn’t seem to penetrate.
Museum curators and other restaurateurs especially of historic library inventory where leather is to be conditioned will STRONGLY disagree with this video. There was a big study initiated/granted by congress on mink oil and other natural oils in leather conditioning of old book covers of historic value in archives and so on ... result was use synthetic oil leather conditioners!
LOL hopefully not - If your butt is so sweaty and oily that it goes through your underwear and trousers to evenly soak your wallet, you've got bigger problems than leather care 🤣
Great info as usual, but you might want to stop using auto focus. So many part were not in focus, or get a faster focussing camera. Also, as an Aussie, its pronounced Ozzie.
I don't agree with this current of life time guarantee . People from the industry (leather factories ) must have jobs always. The reuse of leather goods are making this jobs and factories disapear
You're videos are the best for anyone wanted to learn for to get into leather crafting. I am hoping to start up a small online store in the coming year to start selling small batches of leather goods, and none of it would be possible without the education you and the other creators on UA-cam have provided to the community!
Conditioning is like religion. Everyone believes something different. I am a Bickmore Bick 4 fan. Introduced to me by Steve at Bedo's. I do use Neatsfoot oil. Sometimes the Aussie wax. Especially after water based dying. I have found one new technique. Using water-based adhesive, (German and Italian made) if I get any on my grain surface it is ruined. Water-based contact cement will leave a very bad mark. (solvent based contact cement does not) I have found a solution. Prior to gluing, I apply a thin coat of Smith's Leather balm on the grain. If I accidentally get adhesive on the grain, it wipes right off.
I’m new to the world of leather crafting. Your videos have been incredibly helpful. Thank you for sharing your time and knowledge.
I haven't commented in a long while, but I learn something from every one of your videos. Wonderful work as always! Thank you!
As always, high quality information from an artisan of the highest quality. Thank you so much for sharing your expertise with the rest of us. Every time I watch one of your videos I come away with pearls I can use to make my work that much better.
Thank you.
Thank you for the detailed instructions of caring for leather bag and wallet!
Can you explain the inner liner? I've always thought it looked weird having that little flap on the top and when I've made bifolds with a pattern that has it, I've just left it out. What I like to do instead is completely line the cash pouch on both sides, so with a 2/3oz veg I can get an outer and inner shell that's a little thicker, while still keeping the pockets thin. I also haven't had the money to buy two weights of veg to make the shell and pockets different though, so that may be more of an adaptation for me. I would love to hear your thoughts on that flap and lining in general though!
Also, I felt super validated when you mentioned the limited glue and how it helps with repairability because that's what I thought/what I do, but I wasn't sure if that was the best way 😅 but I figured if the thread ever tears I can repair it so thanks for that lol
This is definitely one of my favorite videos you all put out. I hope to get to this point with leather work.
My overall favorite leather conditioner is Skidmores. For general purpose conditioning it has the perfect combination of oila and waxes, leaving the lather soft and supple and protected with one product. I also love it for treating brand new Sedgewick bridle as I find it to bee a little too stiff when brand new.
I also like Obenauf's for shoes/boots and more rugged items like Eric mentions in the video.
And Tandy's Dr. Jackson's Hide Rejuvinator is a great all-around conditioner if you don't want any wax.
watched this while oiling my new(to me they seem well used and cared for) leather pants for the first time! ive been putting it off for months lol. it was pretty hard to find any instructional videos for oiling large items, but i was able to learn a lot about general leather care from this video! i cant find anywhere if i have to add the conditioner after i use oil, but im assuming its fine. your creations are super cool!
Heey, happy stool! I discovered the chair a few months back myself, a real game changer. Thanks for all your inspiring videos :)
Thoughts on Smith's Leather Balm?
I've only been working with leather for less than a year, and your videos have been a treasure trove of information. Thank you!
Thanks for the great content as usual! I just got to say, as an Australian, it's usually pronounced "Ozzy". Soft O and hard Z "AU-ZZ-Y".
Love you guys and the videos. Started doing leather work over 2 years ago. You were the first UA-camrs I learned from. Glad to see you are always trying new things and still teaching the old ways and the reasons yada yada yada! I have had four knee surgeries myself and am retired. Nice that most of the leather work allows me to sit. 😊
Cozy is good. You go Glen Coco!
Professional video.
Loved the Service culture.
I have been yearning for such training and I got it. Thank you so much Sir. South Africa 🇿🇦 ♥️
I use one of your card wallet every day and i love it! Actually, i found more useful to me one that was in a grab bag that i bought with a wallet i purchased from you, it was a surprise!
Thanks for the advice.
The patina! 😍
Great video Eric. Thank you. I told my wallet customer that the wallet had a lifetime warranty and to call me when he needs a repair. Hoping to hear from him in 7-8 years. Lol
Thank you for such an informative video. In my family I’m known as the leather guy and usually tasked rejuvenating my wife’s leather bags and out leather couch.
I used to use mink oil until I discovered horse oil, this oil is similar to mink oil, but, less greasy, with thinner gel-like properties, also it won't stain most leather as mink oil and neatsfoot oil will. It's rendered from horse shin bones rather than mink oil that comes fats from the fur trade. It's naturally high in linolenic acid that keeps leather supple for longer. Neatsfoot oil comes from the rendered fats from cattle shin bones but it's far inferior to horse oil. Horse oil is used in "high end" cosmetic products because it's so pure and good. Try it and you'll see why it's the best (but also a bit more expensive.) But if you have selected the best leather, thread and pattern and you've spent hours building the best leather product that you can, it's worth using the best horse oil for the look and longevity. In my opinion it's a game changer!
I have been leather crafting for a couple years now, and really needed to know all of this >_< TY!
Uh, don't know if I'm ready for the big change. A stool?! I am shooketh.
Love to see the longterm service customers get for their treasures. I agree, the repair is nice - seeing the wallet again that has been out in the world. How it is worn down and aged.
This is such a great video, packed full of so much helpful info. I have a leather travelers notebook I use for a wallet. I know next to nothing about leather, but it feels dry to me. And I KNOW the spine is dry-it's cracking. I have some mink oil I was going to use, but wasn't sure if it was ok to use on it. After reading many mixed reviews from the "experts," I was lead to believe it was the devil's spit, so didn't. I trust you, so I'll go ahead and use it. May pick up the Aussie conditioner as well.
I don't have a heat gun. Do you think a blow dryer will do any good? To be fair, it isn't great quality leather at all, so I guess I have nothing to lose if I completely ruin it. Thanks again for the great content (love the new stool 😉)!
Not a leather expert, but given that he was using the heat gun on a low setting from far away, I actually think a blow dryer would be perfect. I have both a heat gun and a blow dryer in my shop. I use the blow dryer when I need gently heat than the heat gun provides.
I don't think you'd need the heat for mink oil. The heat works for something like the Aussie conditioner because it's mostly wax, it melts the wax which lets it absorb into the leather more readily. With the mink oil it should absorb straight in no problems.
Thanks for the info. I always wanted to know the difference between the oils. Now I can tell my customers too when they ask the difference. I myself stick with Aussie as I tend not to use lots of liquids just because of being a klutz and spilling things
Love this thank you for all the content guys you both have helped me a lot
Thanks, Eric 😁
I learned a lot 😊
Great video. I have a question. My wife has a very similar vintage bag. Had to be stored in bottom of closet. One corner pushed in. Doesn't stay popped out. Any ideas how to get it back out? Thanks
Fantastic video!
Single handedly keeping Bounty in business for the last 15 years.
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new mic is awesome,!
What would you recommend to darken a backpack with Horween Veg Tan Essex Leather! without ruining the leather, I was looking at the description of the bag and it mentioned that the leather was slightly bleached so I was hoping I could tan the leather a bit more if possible.
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Love the video!
Any substitutes for mink oil?
Could you do a video that explains what each of the Leather products on your website does. I’m seeing things like leather balm and other things. I need to moisturize a decorative leather belt that I have so it doesn’t crack, but I don’t know what to use. And I don’t understand how any of those Leather products work that are on your site.
Ooooh so that’s the benefit of not gluing…
🤯
Edit: yeah…maybe I’ll reduce the amount of gluing after all. Repairability makes sense and being able to pull apart the components without damaging them seems preferable over some added robustness that will come back to bite you when you need to repair things…
There's one thing I don't quite follow;
You mentioned earlier in the video that you don't like using glue when assembling a wallet with the saddle stitch, but then (when reassembling it) you use glue.
Why the contrary statement?
Got a question, belt got nasty. Washed it with glycerin bar soap. Would neetsfoot oil be a good choice? It is pretty dry from the wash.
Hi, i m planning to craft my own leather toolbelt. Any suggestions/tips how to add padding to the inner side?!
Awesome info.
Great video, thanks for the education you put out!💪
Where do you get that lid for the mink oil? I’ve only ever seen a regular screw off lid.
What type of conditioner would you recommend for Horween vegetable tanned leather?
Which main cord do you use? Waxed (woven or twisted) cord? I'm new at this.
Thank you
I think he uses woven thread.
Excellent!
Thank you
How does conditioning leather treated with acrylic sealers differ from leather treated with oils? Do you do it the exact same way?
Do you refinish the edges on the billfold when you do a full restitch?
Is the Aussie leather conditioner or mink oil be something to put on wallets when you first make them? I'm not selling just gifts but want to sell when I get better
Do you have any opinion about Pecards leather dressing?
How do u do edging if u don't glue? I'm new, just curious because I've been struggling with my glue on finished leather.
so informative👌👌👌
Should we use beeswax on a newly made product or leave it and let the oils from your hands to condition it?
Sorry, a little off topic, what weight of leather do you use for wallets? Also, you’ve made me realize I need to buy quality supplies and stop buying from Amazon! Buckleguy all the way👍🏼 keepin it local
Very good
Can this Aussie Leather Conditioner be used on an aniline leather sofa?
Are salt water and rain or swim in river ruin leather belt? Howtotreat it?
Where did you get your metal roller?
Is it safe to do this to Chrome tan?
I bought a handmade wallet that smells strongly of chemicals. I've tried several things to no avail. When exposed for a couple minutes I get a strong, lasting, headache. Is there something I can do to save it, or should I call it a loss? I've tried to soak up the smell with baking soda, cleaning with white vinegar, using leather cleaners, and hung in front of a fan for 8 hours,
OLD Leather Smith here, it's nice 2. C U in front of the camera again. GOD'S BLESSINGS ✝️⚾🙃
Please, hold the camera still. This is an awesome video to watch, to see how time only makes leather form to its owner. What conditioner would you suggest for severely dry LV vachetta that’s beginning to crack? I’ve used Becks, but it doesn’t seem to penetrate.
How about olive oil
Wow,
The rebuild seems to be nearly as much work as making it!
how does one condition crazy horse type leather without it losing the colors please?
Museum curators and other restaurateurs especially of historic library inventory where leather is to be conditioned will STRONGLY disagree with this video. There was a big study initiated/granted by congress on mink oil and other natural oils in leather conditioning of old book covers of historic value in archives and so on ... result was use synthetic oil leather conditioners!
Is it ok to use alcohol to clean the leather?
Alcohol and Aceton should NEVER be used on leather. Unless you are trying to ruin the piece.
interesting
Imagine making a wallet so good you think the owner takes good care of it, but actually, it's just a well made wallet
Ok
A stool!? Next you'll tell us it swivels!
The outside leather patina is butt sweat and butt oils😂
LOL hopefully not - If your butt is so sweaty and oily that it goes through your underwear and trousers to evenly soak your wallet, you've got bigger problems than leather care 🤣
Great info as usual, but you might want to stop using auto focus. So many part were not in focus, or get a faster focussing camera. Also, as an Aussie, its pronounced Ozzie.
Is that a face reveal of Kayleena or your mom on the thumbnail?
Yeah not a fan of these big changes your making ! Unsubbed! How dare you use a chair !?
J/k thanks for the knowledge
😂
I don't agree with this current of life time guarantee . People from the industry (leather factories ) must have jobs always. The reuse of leather goods are making this jobs and factories disapear
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