My condolences. My late father had a pretty severe case of psoriasis, and it bothered him much of his life. He rarely went swimming, or wore shorts. People who don't understand the nature of the disease would stare at him, not realizing that it's not contagious, and is an auto-immune disease. Sorry you have it, Steve. You never cease to amaze me with your talent, knowledge and creativity in dealing with footwear!
I am sorry your dad and brother suffered this way. I had this in high school and I just told people one of 2 thing it’s the creeping crud or it’s cancer, really it none of their business anyway. What I did find out was swimming and sunshine made the itching go away and swimming in the ocean gave me lots of relief and made the area even look better. I never hide it the area.
70 years old, and I would love to have a "tedious" job, part time, polishing shoes, removing soles and heels, removing stitches, applying glue, reattaching welts, cleaning uppers, etc. Looks like a fun, but exacting, job to me. Used some of those fine old machines in uncle's shoe business. It's okay! End of Nov will be here too soon. In my youth (20s), I threw away shell cordovan and Florsheim Imperials, because they were worn and dirty, and because...well...I must have been really dumb! Beautiful work on this pair..
I love your videos bedo I also like to watch Brian the boot maker but one things I don't like about his videos is that he has music playing the whole time but what I love about your video's is that I can actually hear the work being done and the way you talk to your audience like we're old friends you know.
The mens shoes look very unfortunate, I can't wait to see how they look once you have finished. I've watched the restoration of the LV draw string--it was awesome and could not believe the transformation. You could tell when the lady saw the finished bag, think she had tears in her eyes. I have a LV bag from 1988, but it is still good. I can't believe how much the prices have gone up on a new bag. I watched a LV video of the making, and they said the products are a 300% markup, and if they have excessive inventory it gets burned. Sad and wasteful. Your customer will be amazed at how you brought his shoes back from the grave. WOW you nailed it Steve.
I always have the worst timing. I just picked up my late grandma's shoes this afternoon in hopes of sending them to you. Then I saw this video. Oh well. They have waited 20 years, they can wait a bit longer. I'm glad to hear your business is doing so well.
Shoe repair is beginning to grow on me. Never worked on shoes before. Opportunity is now knocking. Hesitation is creeping in. I work with leather now. New doors and windows are opening. Thanks for your videos. Praying for your business.🤝🤝🙏🙏👍👍
Holy Cow! What a restoration. If the customer is not happy I'll buy them from him. You don't need a picture of "before". When you gave them a bath the water stains were very evident. You did a spectacular job. Please continue.
Remarkable restoration. I have always wanted Alden shells but can’t wrap my head around compressed paper mid-soles. Not at those prices. Good luck with your next hire!
Don't let them close we may need shoe repair in this throwaway generation not all shoes are meant to be thrown away this is a very creative time here let's not lose our creators.
*Another fine job there Steve!!* You make me chuckle everytime you're unable to locate the "BEFORE" photos... 🤣😁😂 I suggested that you should create a folder called BEFORE on your phone and/or computer, take a pic 'before the project'... and put it there. 😜 Yeah...I have psoriasis too all my life, flare ups, etc. Growing up, my psoriasis was mostly around my neck & knees. Kids called "Turtle Neck", but my parents were always encouraging me to not let those name bashings bother me. By my teens, my neck cleared up! I'm in my 60's now, with most flares on hands & arms, especially when I'm stressed...lol That catch phrase -- *"It is what it is"* pretty much sums up what I tell people who stare at my skin condition. *c'est la vie!* ...LET'S CONTINUE ➡️
I’ve suffered Psoriasis since I was in my early 20’s I’m 59 now. I stopped letting it bother me years ago and to be fair I don’t care what anyone else thinks. It just part of me.
Not everyone will share your passion for the work they do. These people can still be valued and capable employees. You can still take them to task to get their best efforts. They can achieve a skill set that makes their skills marketable and never strive to improve beyond a certain level. You are the master of your craft, driven by your passion. Employees can be valuable but you can’t expect them to be you. Good video!
Love these videos and your voice is calming. Side note I have psoriasis also and it’s nice to see others in the same boat in the comments section. It can be difficult to manage. We are not alone.
I have that bottle of Fast Orange 😂😂 My dad is a mechanic and retired longshoreman. Of course I grew up a tomboy, working on our cars together lol. Besides using Ajax on your hands....Fast Orange is all I’ve ever used to clean super-dirty, work hands. Aight, let’s continue 😉
Watching your videos inspired me so much that i have signed up for some basic leather care, coloring and restoration course to better take care of my babies (being bags and shoes) Thank you so much for all the videos you have posted on UA-cam .
Excellent work as always - love following along! BTW, crickets like warm temperatures (80F-90F) and they die off in the Fall so you probably won't be hearing them for a while......
An autoimmune disease is rarely helped by stress. Having autoimmune diseases myself and looking like I am in good shape is hard for people who don't know me to reconcile. People, of course, are the biggest stressors in life. Can't get away from it. But it all boils down to: Let's Continue!
Regarding your “Not recommended for home” advice: there’s more to your job than people understand. I’m an arborist and wow- a lot of people think they can do it themselves- I like how you said *I’m not sure what you are capable of* ... I may steal that phrase ;)
Ah yes, I had some trees to cut down recently, and I hired a pro. I could have been that guy who tried it himself, but it just isn't worth it! Instead, I elected to just clean up the mess myself...which probably was a bad deal considering the time it takes me vs the time it takes a pro. There's nothing like an experienced crew with the right set of tools!
I would love to learn the trade from a master such as yourself. Hopefully you find someone who appreciates the art involved and is driven to surpass his mentor. Good luck.
Another very interesting video. Crickets come inside when it gets cold and they will stay forever until you get rid of them. Also, it looks like you finally loaded up a new razor blade!
question I bought this shoe 12 years ago , wonderful and comfortable ,just bought same shoe again two years ago not the same comfort and wearabilty didn't know you were out there then ,still miss them
Wow me as well Steve (P) for over 45 years now.... We are unique as we have over reacted immune systems! We’re like Superman....!! Let’s Continue would be brilliant on a tee shirt
That’s your problem you never say no but you are a master of you craft who takes pride in his work that is why you are so so busy my brother has phriousis
Hi, I recommended to a friend Mink Oil for his psoriasis and it works fine! (3 mounths - no drink, only put like cream). I hope help you this trick, I love your videos. Regards. I export this oil from Oregon, maybe you get it easily.
4 Arms and 48 Hours in a Day = More Hammer Time Steve 😀😊👍🏼🎃🎃 It’s Always Good Too Have More Work Than You Can Do That Means Your Reputation And Excellence Are Being Recognized Keep Up The Great Work 😀👍🏼 And As A Mechanic 🧰👨🏼🔧 Of 26 Years I Know About Progression of Skills and Speed and Knowledge Too Do The Jobs Quicker
I am excited to see the reveal of the bucket bag. Do you have a link to her page as well? I will GLADLY sit the full time that it takes to watch your video on that repair. I will finally get to use use my new popcorn air popper.
Nice work as always Steve. Can you do a video at some point about using dye to patina the toes of walnut colored shoes? I would love to see that process.
@@BedosLeatherworksLLC I already do. I'm in the AEE Facebook group too. I have a pair of walnut colored single monk straps that I had re-soled locally last spring. I think they did an okay job but I wasn't too impressed. Once I get sufficient use out of them I think I'll send them to you. I have used polish to patina the toes. They look okay. I would like to see what a real professional could do with them.
...get some Cannabis salve (or even better Rick Simpson Oil / RSO) if you are near or in a recreational Cannabis state and put it on the areas needed. The stuff is AMAZING!
Steve on the heel liner after you trimmed the leather did you fold it in to make it round tucked in some how so that the raw edge was not exposed. I didn’t see that step in the video. Thanks
Steve, when you say the heels are "cardboard", is it actually paper fiber, or is it the "genuine leather" stuff made of leather shavings/dust glued together?
DAMN, STEVE, YOUR EAT THE END OF NOVEMBER!? WHAT TIME ZONE ARE YOU IN!? lol and yes, Sir, homeboy wire the hell out of those shoes!! Love ya, Steve! Thank you for the video.
About employees who do not progress; they need a different job because their heart isn't in the present one. Whatever happened, it was probably for the best for both of you, particularly your employee because he is just wasting his time. It's hard to say goodbye after four years but sometimes the only thing better would be saying goodbye after three. If you lose a valued employee every three years you are doing just fine. Cheers!
Not many now that the genie is out the bottle in terms of how he treats his staff. It's clear that there's no quality control checks prior to product being returned to customers. Is the lack of quality control the fault of the employee... no....so why take out your frustration on them. I'm sure Steve now wishes hed approached this issue in a different manner🤣🤣🤣
Great stuff Steve. Could you tell me where you managed to get the insole leather heel pad with the Alden stamp? Recently had a job done in Japan adding those but the leather they used was a little different(rough texture, but still smooth surface) and with no stamp. Might wanna get those replaced in the future.
hey Steve hope you're well. I'm from Germany my Alden Cordovan Chukka Boots needs a general repair. What's the costs including shipping, Tax, etc...thank's for your support!
The way your business has flourished is testimony to your conscientiousness and talent.
My condolences. My late father had a pretty severe case of psoriasis, and it bothered him much of his life. He rarely went swimming, or wore shorts. People who don't understand the nature of the disease would stare at him, not realizing that it's not contagious, and is an auto-immune disease. Sorry you have it, Steve.
You never cease to amaze me with your talent, knowledge and creativity in dealing with footwear!
I am sorry your dad and brother suffered this way. I had this in high school and I just told people one of 2 thing it’s the creeping crud or it’s cancer, really it none of their business anyway. What I did find out was swimming and sunshine made the itching go away and swimming in the ocean gave me lots of relief and made the area even look better. I never hide it the area.
David Christensen ,
70 years old, and I would love to have a "tedious" job, part time, polishing shoes, removing soles and heels, removing stitches, applying glue, reattaching welts, cleaning uppers, etc. Looks like a fun, but exacting, job to me. Used some of those fine old machines in uncle's shoe business. It's okay! End of Nov will be here too soon. In my youth (20s), I threw away shell cordovan and Florsheim Imperials, because they were worn and dirty, and because...well...I must have been really dumb! Beautiful work on this pair..
“You know how I fixed it? I unpluuuuugged it!”
Favourite Steve moment yet! 🤣🤣
Man I love watching the master at work. Great job Steve!!
I love your videos bedo I also like to watch Brian the boot maker but one things I don't like about his videos is that he has music playing the whole time but what I love about your video's is that I can actually hear the work being done and the way you talk to your audience like we're old friends you know.
The mens shoes look very unfortunate, I can't wait to see how they look once you have finished. I've watched the restoration of the LV draw string--it was awesome and could not believe the transformation. You could tell when the lady saw the finished bag, think she had tears in her eyes. I have a LV bag from 1988, but it is still good. I can't believe how much the prices have gone up on a new bag. I watched a LV video of the making, and they said the products are a 300% markup, and if they have excessive inventory it gets burned. Sad and wasteful. Your customer will be amazed at how you brought his shoes back from the grave. WOW you nailed it Steve.
I always have the worst timing. I just picked up my late grandma's shoes this afternoon in hopes of sending them to you. Then I saw this video. Oh well. They have waited 20 years, they can wait a bit longer. I'm glad to hear your business is doing so well.
I could watch Steve pick stitches and listen to him ruminate for hours. Very relaxing.
Shoe repair is beginning to grow on me. Never worked on shoes before. Opportunity is now knocking. Hesitation is creeping in. I work with leather now. New doors and windows are opening. Thanks for your videos. Praying for your business.🤝🤝🙏🙏👍👍
Awesome videos👌👍👍
Holy Cow! What a restoration. If the customer is not happy I'll buy them from him. You don't need a picture of "before". When you gave them a bath the water stains were very evident. You did a spectacular job. Please continue.
Well now, I see the maestro is at work ‼️ Carry on ‼️🙋🏽❤️👍
Remarkable restoration. I have always wanted Alden shells but can’t wrap my head around compressed paper mid-soles. Not at those prices. Good luck with your next hire!
Don't let them close we may need shoe repair in this throwaway generation not all shoes are meant to be thrown away this is a very creative time here let's not lose our creators.
I jumped like a rabbit at your fake thumb amputation joke. You really got me! Another beautiful job, in spite of your "evil."
You are becoming the king of teasers! Love it!
I love watching your videos Steve. There’s something very satisfying watching you restore and repair shoes.
*Another fine job there Steve!!* You make me chuckle everytime you're unable to locate the "BEFORE" photos... 🤣😁😂 I suggested that you should create a folder called BEFORE on your phone and/or computer, take a pic 'before the project'... and put it there. 😜 Yeah...I have psoriasis too all my life, flare ups, etc. Growing up, my psoriasis was mostly around my neck & knees. Kids called "Turtle Neck", but my parents were always encouraging me to not let those name bashings bother me. By my teens, my neck cleared up! I'm in my 60's now, with most flares on hands & arms, especially when I'm stressed...lol
That catch phrase -- *"It is what it is"* pretty much sums up what I tell people who stare at my skin condition.
*c'est la vie!* ...LET'S CONTINUE ➡️
Great video Steve, top of the class...👍(let's continue, for more business).
Wait who gave the thumbs down??? These videos are great. Steve seems like a genuinely decent guy. And his videos help me sleep.
I’ve suffered Psoriasis since I was in my early 20’s I’m 59 now. I stopped letting it bother me years ago and to be fair I don’t care what anyone else thinks. It just part of me.
Those look like they just came from the factory!!! Awesome job
Publicly airing you former employees work habits is a big no-no where I'm from. Love the shoes!
badass food True, but it seems like Steve is a down to earth guy who speaks his mind, unfiltered!
Nice job ,thx for time and vlog Steve 👍🏻👍🏻❤️❤️see you next time 👍🏻
Not everyone will share your passion for the work they do. These people can still be valued and capable employees. You can still take them to task to get their best efforts. They can achieve a skill set that makes their skills marketable and never strive to improve beyond a certain level. You are the master of your craft, driven by your passion. Employees can be valuable but you can’t expect them to be you. Good video!
As always It was and honor to watch a master at work thank you so very much for the Education I love it now let's continue God Bless you brother
Great video as always. You never fail to make me laugh hope you get help in your shop. Love long videos.
Love these videos and your voice is calming. Side note I have psoriasis also and it’s nice to see others in the same boat in the comments section. It can be difficult to manage. We are not alone.
Hamma Time!!!! Love u bro! I feel like I know u as a great friend by watching all ur videos ! U are so talented sir!
Incredible restoration Steve, you brought those shoes back from the dead ! 👌❤
When I hear “Bring it; bring it” , I think of this channel, yo! C’mon!
My favorite kind of video. Nice conversation and great work
I have that bottle of Fast Orange 😂😂 My dad is a mechanic and retired longshoreman. Of course I grew up a tomboy, working on our cars together lol. Besides using Ajax on your hands....Fast Orange is all I’ve ever used to clean super-dirty, work hands.
Aight, let’s continue 😉
not a wonder the amount of work has gone up your bloody good at what you do a first rate first class job.
Fantastic video Steve the longer the better.
Your laugh is priceless.
Thanks you for sharing your craftsmanship to us. You are awesome. Hope to get back up your way soon.
Watching your videos inspired me so much that i have signed up for some basic leather care, coloring and restoration course to better take care of my babies (being bags and shoes)
Thank you so much for all the videos you have posted on UA-cam .
Your the Master Steve, And your repairs are SPECTACULAR...!!!!!
Another great and enjoyable project 👍👍👍👍
Excellent work as always - love following along! BTW, crickets like warm temperatures (80F-90F) and they die off in the Fall so you probably won't be hearing them for a while......
Steve, you are such a great artisan. Love to see your work. Best wishes from a fan in Florida.
Time for bed, wait Steve's got a video up. I'll watch it tomorrow...Will I #@£%, I'm watching it now!.. Another triumph, thanks for posting.
An autoimmune disease is rarely helped by stress. Having autoimmune diseases myself and looking like I am in good shape is hard for people who don't know me to reconcile. People, of course, are the biggest stressors in life. Can't get away from it. But it all boils down to: Let's Continue!
Another great restoration Steve! I'm sure the customer will be thrilled with the results! I can't wait to see the new long restoration video!
I wish I lived near you and could take a part time job to learn this craft and I think I could be good at it and enjoy doing it.
Regarding your “Not recommended for home” advice: there’s more to your job than people understand. I’m an arborist and wow- a lot of people think they can do it themselves- I like how you said *I’m not sure what you are capable of* ... I may steal that phrase ;)
Ah yes, I had some trees to cut down recently, and I hired a pro. I could have been that guy who tried it himself, but it just isn't worth it! Instead, I elected to just clean up the mess myself...which probably was a bad deal considering the time it takes me vs the time it takes a pro. There's nothing like an experienced crew with the right set of tools!
dave king
I wouldn’t even try and I’m very very capable.
I would love to learn the trade from a master such as yourself. Hopefully you find someone who appreciates the art involved and is driven to surpass his mentor. Good luck.
Superb craftsmanship, the shoes are as good as new.
Great looking shoe. Congrats on your Nat’s!
Beautiful job...customer will be thrilled!
Another very interesting video.
Crickets come inside when it gets cold and they will stay forever until you get rid of them. Also, it looks like you finally loaded up a new razor blade!
question I bought this shoe 12 years ago , wonderful and comfortable ,just bought same shoe again two years ago not the same comfort and wearabilty didn't know you were out there then ,still miss them
Nice place to work,I'm from Guatemala
I like this job,thank's for your videos.
Another Amazing job Steve, its safe to say its compressor time!!
Always a great video, Steve! Thank you.
Good job 👍🏽 like always Steve!
For me hitting every old stitch hole when stitching the soles is just mind blowing. How do you do that if not with skills developed over decades..
Wow me as well Steve (P) for over 45 years now.... We are unique as we have over reacted immune systems! We’re like Superman....!! Let’s Continue would be brilliant on a tee shirt
Great video!.......beautiful job on those shoes.....howdy from Branson Missouri !
If you worked out of michigan, I would beg you to take me on as an apprentice and help you get through that work. Hope you get caught up, brother.
Joe
Beautiful job as always!
Wow, Great Job Steve,..you Brought those Frankenstein's back to life....Just in time for Halloween....👍👍👍
That’s your problem you never say no but you are a master of you craft who takes pride in his work that is why you are so so busy my brother has phriousis
Again you made it man,take care man,we like to see you on job again.
Hi, I recommended to a friend Mink Oil for his psoriasis and it works fine! (3 mounths - no drink, only put like cream). I hope help you this trick, I love your videos. Regards. I export this oil from Oregon, maybe you get it easily.
QUESTION- Please explain: Why did the shoes have to stay wet in a bag for several days?
Funny- 9:15 - 9:35
Love the work and video. Steve, is there a brand you've encountered that consistently has paperless soles/heels?
4 Arms and 48 Hours in a Day = More Hammer Time Steve 😀😊👍🏼🎃🎃 It’s Always Good Too Have More Work Than You Can Do That Means Your Reputation And Excellence Are Being Recognized Keep Up The Great Work 😀👍🏼 And As A Mechanic 🧰👨🏼🔧 Of 26 Years I Know About Progression of Skills and Speed and Knowledge Too Do The Jobs Quicker
I am excited to see the reveal of the bucket bag. Do you have a link to her page as well? I will GLADLY sit the full time that it takes to watch your video on that repair. I will finally get to use use my new popcorn air popper.
Love Is Who I Am no but she will send the video of her unboxing it and sending to me, then I’ll upload the full video
Nice work as always Steve. Can you do a video at some point about using dye to patina the toes of walnut colored shoes? I would love to see that process.
Lance Hatch you need to follow elegant oxford for that type of work
@@BedosLeatherworksLLC I already do. I'm in the AEE Facebook group too. I have a pair of walnut colored single monk straps that I had re-soled locally last spring. I think they did an okay job but I wasn't too impressed. Once I get sufficient use out of them I think I'll send them to you. I have used polish to patina the toes. They look okay. I would like to see what a real professional could do with them.
Lance Hatch anytime you’re ready
...get some Cannabis salve (or even better Rick Simpson Oil / RSO) if you are near or in a recreational Cannabis state and put it on the areas needed. The stuff is AMAZING!
I think you should have the Landis stitching machine sound as your ring tone on your phone!! Haha
Great video as always and love your work. Re the psoriasis try a vitamin zinc tablet and after years of suffering it cleared up ❤️🇬🇧
I have psoriasis since I was 7. It used to be on my legs, now it's on my forehead and scalp. It feels like I have lots of scurf.
Fantastic job as usual 👍👌😎
You can use NIVEA on your elbow on regular basis and look or feel better.
Beautiful job.👍
Sewing machine needs oiling! Nice video. I enjoyed it.
Another amazing job 😎👍
Why would Alden put a metal shank in the shoe? I though shanks are always wood or leather.
Great video 🤗
Hugs from Denmark 🇩🇰 🌹 🌺
Beautiful!!
Hey Steve, I would come and help if I was closer! I'm in Wisconsin!!!
Steve on the heel liner after you trimmed the leather did you fold it in to make it round tucked in some how so that the raw edge was not exposed. I didn’t see that step in the video. Thanks
Spirit-Collision no I just cut it and put some edge dressing
Steve, when you say the heels are "cardboard", is it actually paper fiber, or is it the "genuine leather" stuff made of leather shavings/dust glued together?
fredy gump it’s compressed paper, fiber board
DAMN, STEVE, YOUR EAT THE END OF NOVEMBER!? WHAT TIME ZONE ARE YOU IN!? lol and yes, Sir, homeboy wire the hell out of those shoes!! Love ya, Steve! Thank you for the video.
Is Lacquer Thinner As Good as Acetone Steve On Removing Stains and Old Dye or Excess Polish ? 😀😳😐👍🏼
Chris Chiampo acetone is a little harsher
About employees who do not progress; they need a different job because their heart isn't in the present one. Whatever happened, it was probably for the best for both of you, particularly your employee because he is just wasting his time. It's hard to say goodbye after four years but sometimes the only thing better would be saying goodbye after three. If you lose a valued employee every three years you are doing just fine. Cheers!
Looks like a stitch-picker with 3 or 4 tines would speed things up over a single tine. You could get 3 or 4 stitches each time.
Ok Bedo I m coming to work for you from Cleveland OH!
How many drinks did you had🥳🥳🎈🎈
Danny J not enough
42:15 it spreads the lotion on the skin or it gets the hose again 😆
Nice job on the shoes. Brought them back to life. How much was rhe job or did you say it and I missed it.
Steve start a Bedo’s leather school. Think how many people would love to work for you and learn under you!
Not many now that the genie is out the bottle in terms of how he treats his staff. It's clear that there's no quality control checks prior to product being returned to customers. Is the lack of quality control the fault of the employee... no....so why take out your frustration on them. I'm sure Steve now wishes hed approached this issue in a different manner🤣🤣🤣
I'd be interested. I work with stone and tile right now but I'd like to learn to create shoes or clothes.
Great stuff Steve. Could you tell me where you managed to get the insole leather heel pad with the Alden stamp? Recently had a job done in Japan adding those but the leather they used was a little different(rough texture, but still smooth surface) and with no stamp. Might wanna get those replaced in the future.
Joe Lee I make my own
Haha, I have the same hand soap dispenser... maybe I CAN do this at home :)
hey Steve hope you're well. I'm from Germany my Alden Cordovan Chukka Boots needs a general repair. What's the costs including shipping, Tax, etc...thank's for your support!
Immaculate work!
Do you purchase new heel linings from Alden or make your own?
darksandz93 I make my own
Can you show us how you stamp that gold leaf into the leather?
Hope you get a helper soon. Best regards from Adrian in Sheffield South Yorkshire England 😀😺