Dude, I’ve been watching your videos since you started making them. I’m a self-employed woodworker, but I’ve always dabbled with leatherworking and greatly enjoy the skills and materials that cross over both crafts. And it was so easy to get started because I already had many of the tools required… Because they are used so much in woodworking.I also greatly enjoy making my own knives, pricking irons, and other cutting tools… Which is helpful in saving money and it’s also a load of fun! I guess those years of machinist courses and knife making paid off for something useful! It’s been a long time coming to get a real professional leather crafting channel on UA-cam… Who is so consistent when showing the process and materials accurately. Your video qualities are outstanding… And I greatly enjoy them! I could get lost in leatherworking and completely forget my woodworking responsibilities! That’s how much fun this is! Keep it up. It’s awesome!!!
Good to see you back. This was a GREAT video for me right now. I just got a butt load of leather working tools and now its on to leather choice, so THANKS! Always enjoy your content.
I've been looking into leather working for a while. This has been the most educational and cleared up some of the most aggravating problems. Thanks a lot.
What is it with you leather workers? You're all so chill and easy to listen to. Your explanation of chrome vs veg tanned leather instantly explained why my Johnston & Murphys look so different from my Florsheims. Subbed.
The so-called snake/ alligator leather boots are just top grain leather ( topmost layer removed...top grain is a misnomer) with designs carved in...it's almost impossible to use alligator skin to fold, let alone make uppers for boots..there must be few genuine ones out there priced way beyond cow hide boots.
Thank you for the tips! I’m working with faux leather for starters to make sure I can do the project for the most part before putting money towards real leather and I’m looking into starting my own side business.
I must say this was the most helpful video on leather types I watched so far. I decided to learn leather craft thanks to your beautiful work and videos. Thanks for all the info you share!
Great video! I would add though that you have a BELL SKIVER so you are able to buy that thickness for your wallets because you can skive it down. As a new leather crafter I did not know I needed to skive and wasted a lot of money on leather that I couldn’t use as is for my project.
I've been creating with leather for years & never actually bothered to look into any of this info. Just by chance came across it this morning & so glad I did. Great informative video, good work & thank you!
Hello bro m inspire by you i just starting my won leather craft bussiness its not big but i dont have any training at all when i seen this video really bro m super excited thank you bro.. much love from nepal🇳🇵🇳🇵🇳🇵
I've been trying leathercraft for about a year and this is the first video that actually explained these things for me! Thank you!!! 😁 Also, have you done a tutorial on skiving or thinning leather with different blades? I'm really struggling with that. Cheers!
I just bought 4 sides, 2 in 3-4oz and 2 on 5-6. Going to use the thicker stuff for the shell of my wallets and the thinner for the pockets. We shall see lol😅
First your videos inspired me to wanting to start in leathercraft, and right after you make these two videos on how to get started, you read my mind. You're the best, thank you so much. Will be setting up my workspace today. :)
Dude, these videos are amazing. Not only content and how you explain but quality as well. You actually got me into this recently and I just finished making my first dopp kit.
Great video for beginners! It's really hard to find all this info in 1 place and can discourage some people. When I started, I stuggeled with this quite a bit and made many projects in the wrong weights and tanages. Great video, keep it up!
How you plan on finishing your edges should also be a factor when choosing the type of leather. I used all veg tanned (when first starting) so I could burnish the edges. Now that I have the tools and edge paints, I'm able to use more chrome tanned. Just a extra tid bit for anyone looking at purchasing leather.
thank you so much man for all these great informations, i have started leathercraft for a while but i still beginner, i am eagerly interested to go forward within this field and make luxurious stuff, i have watched this videos many many times and every time i rewatch this video get to know more details. please keep going making this kind of videos and thank you for all that efforts
You make wonderful things, buddy. I appreciate you taking the time to make this. I’ve always wanted to get into leather work but I have a habit of starting and no finishing my hobbies. Once again, beautiful work.
I certainly took notes, PHEW! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 Seeing you ball up the Leather, it gave so much excitement… I knew in that moment, I could do that to give the effect for a jacket or skirt - if I only found the teal leather completely smooth. 🤗🤗🤗
My grandmother had an old Singer pedal sewing machine. That thing would go through 12 thickness leather like butter. If anyone was ever wondering what “piss poor” meant. Leather places use to use urine for leather and the poor would piss into a pot to take it to them to sell. Other saying, “they don’t even have a pot to piss in”, they were so poor they did not even have a pot.
I think you meant to say where these phrases 'came from' not what they 'mean'. Etymology is the origin of a word or phrase. Definition informs you what the word means and usually includes synonyms-words with similar meaning. Feces was also sometimes used in leather tanning, in particular, dog feces because of the high acid content.
Thank you so much! I am so happy to have found you! I am also in Canada and have been looking for leather suppliers that I could buy smaller pieces from to practice as I am new. I thought my only choice was Tandy or Micheals. Looking forward to trying my hand at this for a hobby. Putting my first order in at DLS. Thank you again. 💕🇨🇦💕
I came to your channel after seeing your video with Peter Mckinnon and I've been hooked since. Binge watched almost every video on your channel. I got so excited I bought a basic tool kit and some leather. I can't wait to try it myself. Such a great channel, keep it up! love the content and quality! The audio is just perfect! THX!
Great informative video. Could you go into more detail on thicknesses. I raise cattle and my butcher told me hide aren't worth anything, 10-12 years ago they were worth $100 each. I found an Amish gentleman that tans hides and he asked me what I wanted to do with it I told him tool pouch and he spit accordingly but gave me little info/feed back. I got one steer hide done for $200 now I have to actually do something with it. Your channel and a few others have given me some direction. This sounds like a bit of a ramble but I hope you get the point. Thanks for your work
Thank you for your videos! I've learned a lot watching your channel and now it's piqued my interest to try a new hobby. I got my first set this week and now to find some leather to start practicing. Your work is amazing and if I can get to even have my stuff look 1/2 as good as yours I'll be happy!
Thanks a lot for the info, I feel some of the other starter ones seam to steer newer people away from chrome tan leathers, I'm glad to jave your knowledge of working with both. Keep these up I think they're great.
I wish I had saw this before I bought mine. I got 5-6 oz veg tan shoulder. It was too thick and stiff so I couldn't make any real projects. This really helped a lot.
Used to use 5-6 oz for 2 layer fire helmet shields (display)....Now use 2 layers of 8oz or so.....Can make higher relief tooling/carving......5-6 oz could be used for light weight belts.......
Hello Can you make a video about these different leather and what there are used for? Shoulders Tooling sides Skirting leather Bellies Panels Kipskin That would be very help. 😊
All Of your videos are so excellent and calming thank you for being so professional! Don’t listen to the naysayers in these comments! I may have missed it, but where did you list the leather suppliers that you like to work with? I see your tools and machines, etc. listed below, but not necessarily the leather suppliers. Would you please share?
Amazing! This could not have come at a better time, I'm going to a tannery tomorrow to pick up some nicer leather than the Tandy veg than I got for my first piece 😂
I’m just now starting out and I’ve followed you from day one and I have learned so much. Thank you!! I also bought some of your tools and can’t wait until they arrive.
Neat-o. Maybe you could make a follow-up video that elaborates further on types - i.e. for which projects should I use English bridle and for which ones I'd use latigo, etc.
Thanks so much for this videos. I just got the idea of making my own purses and learn more about leather craft and taraaa!! Here you are 🖤 Thanks for sharing
I am starting with buying leather scraps. I am finding that a lot of the scraps are beautiful but I have noticed some have fur or hair on one side. Kinde of like the inside of gloves. I am trying to start with keychains, wallets and so on. I have also heard that chrome tanned leather is bad for knife sheaths. They said because the chrome in the tanning will corrode the knife.
If you get some free time, you should do an AMA. I think a lot of us beginners in the community would really appreciate it. Use it as an opportunity to teach, promote your brand and partnerships.
Thank you, so much, for this basic information!!!!! Just getting started in leather work and this video, along with your recommended tools video, have really been helpful. My first project is going to be a sheath for a new knife that I have coming. Wish me luck!
Ryan, love the videos. How about a video on threads', seems like this is something I find myself struggling with. I use #92, and after I put something together I feel that maybe sometimes I should've went with a bigger size thread. Keep up the great work.
Can you go way more in depth with the chrome tan leathers like the different types like oil tanned and so on, as well as the difference between different animals leather and what's the difference between like skirting leather and saddle leather and so on? Thank you
I think it depends on what you want from your leather. Chrome tanned leather is great for boots and shoes. Stretches to conformed to your foot. Veg tanned leather is great for stiffer projects
I'm in Australia at the moment and was quite surprised to find that they don't produce any quality veg-tanned leather in the country. All the hides that are of the quality you need for tool work is imported. I've been to direct sellers and all you see are piles of extremely thin chromium tanned kangaroo leathers.
So you didn't mention wallets and what size leather to use. I use 4-5 oz. Veg-Tan and dye it myself but recently ordered some 4-5 oz veg-tan bridal in chestnut. WEAVER LEATHER supplies has a Odd Leather *sale going on right now. I think a full side of the bridal leather was $150 and a double shoulder of 7-8 natural veg-tan was like $39. The natural veg-tan is quality C si there are alot of defects but if your looking to perfect a design or practice a skill it's a great price for 10-12 sq/ft. So what size are you using for wallets? Am I using a leather that is to think? And thank you for your videos and time replying in advance. *Posted 9/27/19 for leather sale purposes.
Latigo, IMO makes a nice belt even though its combination tanned. Chrome first then Veg tanned. Its usually cheaper than bridle leather but has a nice softness to it with very little stretch. My favorite leather though is the European bridle leather like Sedgewick's. Very expensive but I feel it "works" better and never seems to get dry or hard like some American bridle leathers.
You are the King👍 No one out there make this craft as easy to understans as you do🙏 Maybe this is too much to ask for, but is it possible for you to mention thickness and other measures in metrics too? I could of course check it up, but it takes my mind off all the good things I want to pick up from you😊 But thinking about it, this would probably make it harder for you too, so let's not call this a request, but a question😊👍 I like your videos a lot👍 Greetings from Sweden!
Thanks for this: Rather than trust my subconscious I took copious notes... I think sourcing leather in Germany is going to be the hardest part of starting out: apart from anything else the classifications seem to be completely different (thickness is given in mm, not weight it seems) and it took a lot of searching to even find a German equivalent of "Veg Tan". Now things are getting a little clearer, but it looks like I'll have to shop online: the nearest tannery is some distance away and seems to specialise in tanning animal skins from hunters... On the other hand there are online German shops. Long term I'd like to find a real tree-hugging organic tannery that has happy cows grazing outside but I'm a long way from that, or even being able to afford that, as yet. I'm getting there though. Thanks again...
the audio in this is just beyond words. Perfectly crisp. stunning work
It’s just his sexy voice 😉
Dude, I’ve been watching your videos since you started making them. I’m a self-employed woodworker, but I’ve always dabbled with leatherworking and greatly enjoy the skills and materials that cross over both crafts. And it was so easy to get started because I already had many of the tools required… Because they are used so much in woodworking.I also greatly enjoy making my own knives, pricking irons, and other cutting tools… Which is helpful in saving money and it’s also a load of fun! I guess those years of machinist courses and knife making paid off for something useful!
It’s been a long time coming to get a real professional leather crafting channel on UA-cam… Who is so consistent when showing the process and materials accurately.
Your video qualities are outstanding… And I greatly enjoy them! I could get lost in leatherworking and completely forget my woodworking responsibilities! That’s how much fun this is! Keep it up. It’s awesome!!!
Yo you should definitely make a YT channel, with either woodworking, or both!!! Even if it just as a side job, or hobby!!
Between you and Mascon Leather you all provide a wealth of information. Totally different styles and both are great!!!
Getting started I got my leather from fleamarkets etc, I used old jackets, bags and so on for my projects. And leather couches, chairs and more oh my.
Good to see you back. This was a GREAT video for me right now. I just got a butt load of leather working tools and now its on to leather choice, so THANKS! Always enjoy your content.
I've been looking into leather working for a while. This has been the most educational and cleared up some of the most aggravating problems. Thanks a lot.
Hey.... I am learning about leather too....i hope that you achieved your goal.
What is it with you leather workers? You're all so chill and easy to listen to. Your explanation of chrome vs veg tanned leather instantly explained why my Johnston & Murphys look so different from my Florsheims. Subbed.
"There are diffrent animals that you can buy leather from" Hey mister aligator, can i buy your hide?
Hahahahahahha
😂😂😂😂😂
I want a T-rex hide
The so-called snake/ alligator leather boots are just top grain leather ( topmost layer removed...top grain is a misnomer) with designs carved in...it's almost impossible to use alligator skin to fold, let alone make uppers for boots..there must be few genuine ones out there priced way beyond cow hide boots.
Instructions unclear, asked my brother if I could use his skin for a bag and now I have to show up to court for threatening his life.
I like how your sponsorship actually includes details about who to look into as opposed to just sharing the site.
Thank you for the tips! I’m working with faux leather for starters to make sure I can do the project for the most part before putting money towards real leather and I’m looking into starting my own side business.
I must say this was the most helpful video on leather types I watched so far. I decided to learn leather craft thanks to your beautiful work and videos. Thanks for all the info you share!
Much appreciated for you taking the time to break this down. You answered every question I've been having in this awesome hobby. Cheers
Great video! I would add though that you have a BELL SKIVER so you are able to buy that thickness for your wallets because you can skive it down. As a new leather crafter I did not know I needed to skive and wasted a lot of money on leather that I couldn’t use as is for my project.
I've been creating with leather for years & never actually bothered to look into any of this info. Just by chance came across it this morning & so glad I did. Great informative video, good work & thank you!
Thank you, my friend. Your help is priceless and you articulate so well. Your time is greatly appreciated! I 🤝
Hello bro m inspire by you i just starting my won leather craft bussiness its not big but i dont have any training at all when i seen this video really bro m super excited thank you bro.. much love from nepal🇳🇵🇳🇵🇳🇵
Love that analogy of MDF and Bonded leather!
Thank you for explaining th difference between chrome tan and veg tan. It was very visual and that helps. 👍🏽
I've been trying leathercraft for about a year and this is the first video that actually explained these things for me! Thank you!!! 😁
Also, have you done a tutorial on skiving or thinning leather with different blades? I'm really struggling with that. Cheers!
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@@assassinave Handy vid, thanks!
Thanks for all the work you put into making these videos. I’m learning a lot.
I just bought 4 sides, 2 in 3-4oz and 2 on 5-6. Going to use the thicker stuff for the shell of my wallets and the thinner for the pockets. We shall see lol😅
Awesome. Good luck!
First your videos inspired me to wanting to start in leathercraft, and right after you make these two videos on how to get started, you read my mind. You're the best, thank you so much. Will be setting up my workspace today. :)
I love the sound quality you provide. And the content is savage. I take those skills and apply them to woven textiles. Thank you!
Dude, these videos are amazing. Not only content and how you explain but quality as well. You actually got me into this recently and I just finished making my first dopp kit.
Bro, this video is so chill that I had to wear a sweater. Good info!
Baha! (great comment!)
Great video for beginners! It's really hard to find all this info in 1 place and can discourage some people. When I started, I stuggeled with this quite a bit and made many projects in the wrong weights and tanages. Great video, keep it up!
Thanks a lot for breaking it down so well and fast. I went all over looking and you put together a concise explanation. thanks!
How you plan on finishing your edges should also be a factor when choosing the type of leather. I used all veg tanned (when first starting) so I could burnish the edges. Now that I have the tools and edge paints, I'm able to use more chrome tanned. Just a extra tid bit for anyone looking at purchasing leather.
about time some one expand leather so we can make the right decisions.thank you much
thank you so much man for all these great informations, i have started leathercraft for a while but i still beginner, i am eagerly interested to go forward within this field and make luxurious stuff, i have watched this videos many many times and every time i rewatch this video get to know more details.
please keep going making this kind of videos and thank you for all that efforts
Awesome short video with lots of great information for beginners! Thank you!
You make wonderful things, buddy. I appreciate you taking the time to make this. I’ve always wanted to get into leather work but I have a habit of starting and no finishing my hobbies. Once again, beautiful work.
You can do it!!
I certainly took notes, PHEW! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 Seeing you ball up the Leather, it gave so much excitement… I knew in that moment, I could do that to give the effect for a jacket or skirt - if I only found the teal leather completely smooth. 🤗🤗🤗
Mate this is THE best video I have come across so far on the topic. Took notes. Thanks for sharing.
This channel is awesome. Even if I can't to the things yet, due to Brazilian economic issues, I love to dream someday I would.
My grandmother had an old Singer pedal sewing machine. That thing would go through 12 thickness leather like butter. If anyone was ever wondering what “piss poor” meant. Leather places use to use urine for leather and the poor would piss into a pot to take it to them to sell. Other saying, “they don’t even have a pot to piss in”, they were so poor they did not even have a pot.
I think you meant to say where these phrases 'came from' not what they 'mean'. Etymology is the origin of a word or phrase. Definition informs you what the word means and usually includes synonyms-words with similar meaning. Feces was also sometimes used in leather tanning, in particular, dog feces because of the high acid content.
Thank you so much! I am so happy to have found you! I am also in Canada and have been looking for leather suppliers that I could buy smaller pieces from to practice as I am new. I thought my only choice was Tandy or Micheals. Looking forward to trying my hand at this for a hobby. Putting my first order in at DLS. Thank you again. 💕🇨🇦💕
Good job! Coming from Peter's channel and I've started to work on leather because of your videos!
Thank you Ryan.
I see your channel pop up now and again and am always impressed by your shop and the quality of your videos. Great work. Nice video.
I came to your channel after seeing your video with Peter Mckinnon and I've been hooked since. Binge watched almost every video on your channel. I got so excited I bought a basic tool kit and some leather. I can't wait to try it myself. Such a great channel, keep it up! love the content and quality! The audio is just perfect! THX!
You are so darn easy to learn from man. Thank you so much.
Great informative video. Could you go into more detail on thicknesses. I raise cattle and my butcher told me hide aren't worth anything, 10-12 years ago they were worth $100 each. I found an Amish gentleman that tans hides and he asked me what I wanted to do with it I told him tool pouch and he spit accordingly but gave me little info/feed back. I got one steer hide done for $200 now I have to actually do something with it. Your channel and a few others have given me some direction. This sounds like a bit of a ramble but I hope you get the point. Thanks for your work
Thank you for your videos! I've learned a lot watching your channel and now it's piqued my interest to try a new hobby. I got my first set this week and now to find some leather to start practicing.
Your work is amazing and if I can get to even have my stuff look 1/2 as good as yours I'll be happy!
Thank you indeed man, for pouring your rich experience on us
I like your stuff man. I really have a fire for getting into leatherworking and am chomping at the bit to get started.
I love one stop shops for learning with excellent content. Thanks for sharing and keep up the GREAT work
Just getting started in leather craft. Thanks
Just bought my first leather from acadia.. 40 sq foot for wallets etc to get started .. 5oz medium pull . Really glad acadia was in your suppliers..
The people with this skills of leather, and metal works were not respected in our culture and now I know how important it is
Thanks a lot for the info, I feel some of the other starter ones seam to steer newer people away from chrome tan leathers, I'm glad to jave your knowledge of working with both. Keep these up I think they're great.
I wish I had saw this before I bought mine. I got 5-6 oz veg tan shoulder. It was too thick and stiff so I couldn't make any real projects. This really helped a lot.
I saw those at Amazon with one day shipping with prime. Good thing I did my research before buying.
Used to use 5-6 oz for 2 layer fire helmet shields (display)....Now use 2 layers of 8oz or so.....Can make higher relief tooling/carving......5-6 oz could be used for light weight belts.......
5-6 oz can be used for knife sheaths just soak it in water to form it and put it in the oven at a low heat to dry
Hello Can you make a video about these different leather and what there are used for?
Shoulders
Tooling sides
Skirting leather
Bellies
Panels
Kipskin
That would be very help. 😊
All Of your videos are so excellent and calming thank you for being so professional! Don’t listen to the naysayers in these comments!
I may have missed it, but where did you list the leather suppliers that you like to work with? I see your tools and machines, etc. listed below, but not necessarily the leather suppliers. Would you please share?
This was exactly what I was looking for. Thanks! Also,the quality of the video? Top!!
Thank you! Very informative video. Also love that bag. Beautiful patina indeed.
I agree
Amazing! This could not have come at a better time, I'm going to a tannery tomorrow to pick up some nicer leather than the Tandy veg than I got for my first piece 😂
Thanks for the concise video. I truly appreciate the resource list below. That was so nice of you.
I’m just now starting out and I’ve followed you from day one and I have learned so much. Thank you!!
I also bought some of your tools and can’t wait until they arrive.
that drill press in the background is a fantastic idea. Thank you.
What a great video! So much information...I even took notes! Thanks
Great information !! I am new to leather crafting
You sir are well spoken !
Great video on leather selection. It's a challenging question because it can be very subjective as to the crafter's preference. Thank you.
Please do videos more frequently. Your videos are so good.
Neat-o. Maybe you could make a follow-up video that elaborates further on types - i.e. for which projects should I use English bridle and for which ones I'd use latigo, etc.
i didnt finished your description im at minute 4 and : congratulations i've learned alot , have succes !
Thanks so much for this videos. I just got the idea of making my own purses and learn more about leather craft and taraaa!! Here you are 🖤 Thanks for sharing
If this guy was my teacher i would be brilliant tone is really good too listen to
do you have any recommendations on online courses to learn leather making for beginners ? or a video on the path you took to get there ?
It sunk in alright! Took notes, just in case. Thanks for a great lecture!
Glad it helped!
I am starting with buying leather scraps. I am finding that a lot of the scraps are beautiful but I have noticed some have fur or hair on one side. Kinde of like the inside of gloves. I am trying to start with keychains, wallets and so on. I have also heard that chrome tanned leather is bad for knife sheaths. They said because the chrome in the tanning will corrode the knife.
Please, Please also to metric units as well for your overseas fans. So what thickness in mm would a 12/16oz leather be for a belt? Many thanks.
Excellent explanation of chrome vs. veg tanned. Really learned a lot. Thanks!!
If you get some free time, you should do an AMA. I think a lot of us beginners in the community would really appreciate it. Use it as an opportunity to teach, promote your brand and partnerships.
Awesome....you definitely answered several questions I’ve needed answered !
Loved the video, and I'm not even into leathercraft. Thanks for sharing your passion.
Thank you so much for the information, had been making little leather projects recently (travel journal and coin bags). This is so helpful~
Thank you, so much, for this basic information!!!!! Just getting started in leather work and this video, along with your recommended tools video, have really been helpful. My first project is going to be a sheath for a new knife that I have coming. Wish me luck!
Great video, very helpful. Thanks for the push into leather work. I am really enjoying it.
Also rocky mountain leather supply has good stuff, highly recommend
Ryan, love the videos. How about a video on threads', seems like this is something I find myself struggling with. I use #92, and after I put something together I feel that maybe sometimes I should've went with a bigger size thread. Keep up the great work.
"Anything that has a skin can be leather"
-Every serial killer ever
Wouldn’t a serial killer just be referring to humans? “Everything” includes all the animals, which would just make you a hunter
@@jimbopetrella serial killers can be hunters and leather workers too. They’re a rather inclusive bunch.
Can you go way more in depth with the chrome tan leathers like the different types like oil tanned and so on, as well as the difference between different animals leather and what's the difference between like skirting leather and saddle leather and so on? Thank you
I think it depends on what you want from your leather. Chrome tanned leather is great for boots and shoes. Stretches to conformed to your foot. Veg tanned leather is great for stiffer projects
Ya...that’s exactly what he said in the video...nothin gets past you...
I'm fairly surprised you didn't suggest OA Leather also I've had a lot of high quality leather come from Ian at OA.
I'm in Australia at the moment and was quite surprised to find that they don't produce any quality veg-tanned leather in the country. All the hides that are of the quality you need for tool work is imported. I've been to direct sellers and all you see are piles of extremely thin chromium tanned kangaroo leathers.
So you didn't mention wallets and what size leather to use. I use 4-5 oz. Veg-Tan and dye it myself but recently ordered some 4-5 oz veg-tan bridal in chestnut. WEAVER LEATHER supplies has a Odd Leather *sale going on right now. I think a full side of the bridal leather was $150 and a double shoulder of 7-8 natural veg-tan was like $39. The natural veg-tan is quality C si there are alot of defects but if your looking to perfect a design or practice a skill it's a great price for 10-12 sq/ft.
So what size are you using for wallets? Am I using a leather that is to think? And thank you for your videos and time replying in advance.
*Posted 9/27/19 for leather sale purposes.
"Anything that has a skin, can be leather..."
*Ed Gein: Hmmm... Interesting...*
This was exactly what I was looking for. My hat is off to you sir thank you. 👍
You should be doing a skillshare class on leather...
I agree!!
I really expected to see some visual examples of each type you explained according to your thumbnail!
This would have been a great video for me a few months ago. I had to find out the trial and error way.
Love the info thanks for sharing I went from knowing nothing to knowing nothing but having ideas to build from really appreciate it
Thanks 🙏🙏🙏
Latigo, IMO makes a nice belt even though its combination tanned. Chrome first then Veg tanned. Its usually cheaper than bridle leather but has a nice softness to it with very little stretch.
My favorite leather though is the European bridle leather like Sedgewick's. Very expensive but I feel it "works" better and never seems to get dry or hard like some American bridle leathers.
Thanks for this video. I was having trouble knowing what thickness to use on projects. Next time I will try some crome tan.
You are the King👍 No one out there make this craft as easy to understans as you do🙏 Maybe this is too much to ask for, but is it possible for you to mention thickness and other measures in metrics too? I could of course check it up, but it takes my mind off all the good things I want to pick up from you😊 But thinking about it, this would probably make it harder for you too, so let's not call this a request, but a question😊👍 I like your videos a lot👍 Greetings from Sweden!
Gautland Creations i want thickness too!! Im 3 weeks into leather now :D
@@James-id7ld And I'm struggling🤣 I think it will be easier learning from a teacher like LKG, but our ways are so different concerning measures😊
Amazing help loving your videos. Haven't got started yet but looking forward to it
Thanks for this: Rather than trust my subconscious I took copious notes...
I think sourcing leather in Germany is going to be the hardest part of starting out: apart from anything else the classifications seem to be completely different (thickness is given in mm, not weight it seems) and it took a lot of searching to even find a German equivalent of "Veg Tan".
Now things are getting a little clearer, but it looks like I'll have to shop online: the nearest tannery is some distance away and seems to specialise in tanning animal skins from hunters...
On the other hand there are online German shops. Long term I'd like to find a real tree-hugging organic tannery that has happy cows grazing outside but I'm a long way from that, or even being able to afford that, as yet.
I'm getting there though. Thanks again...
Look up a store called instagram.com/bobrikov.eu?igshid=yib4azw8v79x
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