I used your video as a guide to make my wife one, and I modified it a little with 2 pockets on the inside back and a few other minor changes, but it turned out AMAZING. I jokingly told my wife I'll never be able to pull that off again, so she can't mess it up or anything lol thanks for your help!!
The bag is beautiful! Thank you for sharing, great tips and insights for sure. Matter of fact, this entire video, instructions included, is a perfect example of how a craftsman is only as good as his tools! Also, your attention to detail is the difference between average and stunning, because we all know attention to detail can't be (and never is) added later! Unfortunately, that's all the clichés I have to offer, unless others would like to chime in below! Point being, it's the little things that make big things happen! Great Job!
What a lovely and warm commentary during the video… which was excellent to watch. Your inner layer adds class to and otherwise exceptional creation. Thank you for releasing this video.
This is probably the best tutorial I've come across. It was so fulfilling to watch. How would the process differ for a non leather bag (in terms of lining and stitching/joining up different pieces)?
You have some advantages of using veg tan that you didn't take advantage of when turning your edges. Use a scratch awl and score the inner side of the turn. Dampen, (not wet) the flesh side of your turn. Place a straight edge along the centre of your turn and use a bone folder to bring the turn up to a right angle and rub along the straight edge with you bone folder. Gently does it, don't stretch the damp leather. Then complete your turn aligning the edge with your marks. Place a weight on it and let it dry. It will stay there and be a nice turn. Glue if you want, but if its caught in a stitched seam you only need a white glue not a heavy contact cement to tac before sewing or no glue at all. Lastly match the depth of your turn to the size of your project, what Im getting at here is proportion. You may have been able to make a slightly deeper turn in this case, personal choice of course, but it would have been even easier to turn. Hope that helps.
Thanks for the tip, I tried this on my second project after the video and worked really well, though I still used the big cement glue as it's all I have :) I need to practice this a lot and will definitely come back to your comment to get the proper detailed step by step process, thanks!
I knew watching this video you made it look easy to make this bag! I printed out the template and made one myself, attaching the sides of the bag soo hard to do! Great video and really awesome bag!
Hahah glad to hear I make it sound easy, means I may be getting good at it ;) Thank you so much for trying out the pattern and build, I really hope you enjoy the result. How easy/hard would you say this project was in the end? Did the video help?
Hi Sir, I’ve watched your leather craftsmanship and I deeply admire the quality and artistry in your work. I’m in the process of starting a small-scale handbag manufacturing business, and your designs are a true inspiration to me. I’m reaching out to see if there might be an opportunity to seek your guidance, whether in terms of bag design patterns or even further training. Any insights you could share on maintaining quality and craftsmanship would be incredibly valuable to me. Thank you for your time, and I truly look forward to the possibility of learning from someone as skilled as yourself. Thank you
Download the template here: www.etsy.com/listing/893379246 Check out the tools I use and recommend here: www.amazon.com/shop/jamesberry See what I'm selling on my Etsy shop: etsy.me/2RV4Dwe
So pleased you like it! Yeah it's pretty straightforward, that being said you'll want to take your time and be careful with every step. Happy crafting :)
Thanks for your message, glad you like it :) I've never had issues with that, using only Fiebing's pro dye and making sure the pice is well protected with wax before use. I can't say what would happen with other dyes and products though.
An alternative to doing your gussets with one piece slightly larger to ease the crease where the stitching line is would be as follows. Mark out all your outer gusset pieces on your outer shell. Before cutting out glue your inner shell in one whole piece. Then cut out your gussets. Skive your edges judiciously to achieve the neatness you desire. That way you will catch the lining in the outer stitching line where the gusset meets the bag shell. You don't have a raw edge and slight gap 13:41 on the inside then which looks even neater. You can still have your double stitch line and do that first as you did. Again just an alternative, horses fo courses.
Completely agree here, your suggestion would be a much better way of doing things. The problem is my skiving is really quite bad still and I'm working on improving that ASAP : that's the main reason I did things this way, so as to avoid having skiving to do in a crutial part of the bag... short term solution I know, but it works better than me skiving it (for now).
Erf, sadly not... I can however recommend UA-cam and some specific channels to start learning. Go check out some of Leodis Leather early videos - there's a goldmine of information out there if you know what you are looking for.
As an aesthetic and practical choice I would make the height of the bag front top edge slightly lower. The lid flap will close a little more symmetrically too and the front face of the bag won't get bent over when the bag is closed. That way when open and after some use the front of the bag will still be straight up and down and not creased or bent from being under tension as it is here 17:01 Alternatively put the clasp slightly higher to give the lid a greater arc. Visually from a front view it will look its best when positioned about one third the total height of the bag from the top, (or bottom with a longer flap).
Thanks, I agree with you on this and have already planned to modify the pattern a bit to achieve this! On this first bag I made the shape of the body a bit rounder than I would have liked on the inside, forcing me to start the stitching of the gussets lower than I would have wanted and resulting in the flap ending higher up than planned. Will amend this in future versions. Thanks again for all the great feedback :)
Hi. I see it is three years since this wa shared, but it is a great video. If you see this, I would love to know what brand of skiving knife you are using, ok? Thank you.
In this video I use a Vergez Blanchard french skiving knife, but I find it's not the most comfortable nor does it have the best steel I've worked with. I can't recommend it. Since this video I've upgraded to a Chartermade skiving knife and I couldn't be happier with the quality of the product :)
Hi, for months I have been waiting for the template that I request from you, I think it is irresponsible to request email data to supposedly send the patterns. I think that you should not publish videos and to request the patterns we must send an email, that is very irresponsible, I could say that it is spam. You have to be more serious.
Hi Luis, I keep answering you but it seems you're not checking your own messages for my answer! I'm sorry you had issues with the download. I actually answered your comment on my blog a few weeks back but I guess it didn't go through. Please find the template here: static1.squarespace.com/static/56ff9bdd01dbae8fc9b1967c/t/608b189109b4950f50bfa069/1619728532275/2020.11+Lady.s+lined+handbag+.pdf Have fun crafting! James
Always better to overestimate than to underestimate. I love your vids, but with all due respect, I find your waste to be above acceptable for me. Also, never apply shoe polish to veg tan. It contains compounds meant for chrome tanned leather which cause veg tan to pucker on the flesh side, and make it brittle, resulting in cracks at stress points. Above all, and still, your work is inspiring. My favorite pieces that I’ve done have all been fully lined. Not always fully adhered, but at least fully functional. Nice recovery, my friend from the underestimation. Thanks for your passion.
Hello, i very much enjoy your videos, you are giving in all the details and that is most helpful. I have a question though, how do you prevent the lining, the inside layer of leather from creasing ? when it folds around the bottom edges, it will sometimes wrinkle ...how can i prevent that ?
Hi Mihai, thanks so much for your message :) It's going to be nearly impossible to avoid creases in leather on the inside of a bend. The best method is to glue the inner and outer pieces together while maintaining the final shape/bend that you intend for the bag: this way the inner leather will be a bit more stretched to fit. I glue it flat as the leathers are quite fin, which does not help minimize creasing. Do test it out on your side but I'm afraid this will be an impossible thing to get rid of completely :x Hope this helps!
The thinner the lining piece the better it will bond to the outer shell and the less wrinkles you will get. That is, once bonded it acts like one piece of thicker leather would. So in this instance he could have chosen very thin pig skin veg and a slightly thicker outer bag shell weight to achieve his desired overall thickness. If you don't finish the veg on the inner lining piece until you form the bond then you can dampen the inner lining on the bend, roll it over a suitable round object of appropriate diameter and it should help. I haven't tried it but you could also experiment by gluing the centre 2 inch strip where it goes around the bend under slight tension thereby causing it to hug the bend but if you choose a thin enough liner then I doubt that would be necessary. Also using a suede with some texture can help to disguise any wrinkles and it looks and feels great. High end designer bags are often lined with Alcantara suede but this is a synthetic product some makers may not wish to use. However it is more durable and less inclined to stain.
Two things i will spend more $$ on: stitching chisel (w/highly polished tines), and edge bevelers. One thing that upped my game re:stitching is using an arbor press to punch stitching holes. Since i can’tstand over my work the press ensures my holes are straight and true, esp with thinker layers of leather.
Beautiful ❤️. I do harness repair at the Meadows Racetrack here in PA. I bought the older gentlemen's supplies that did it B4 me. I have loads of leather and trying to learn some techniques. I have an awesome Adler machine that stitches beautifully but like to hand stitch also. Wonderful job!!
Thanks Joelene, so glad you enjoyed this video :) Lucky you getting to work with old tools that have already seen the hands of a skilled artisan! I have a very small amount of old tools that have been gifted to me and they must be the ones I like most!
Currently nothing as I don't have time to make any (they tend to end up as gifts for family). Moreover, I'm really bad at pricing and don't feel comfortable giving you any tips on that front :') Maybe you could ask people on different Facebook groupes related to leatherwork.
Crimson hides irons is till one of my favorite purchases I have ever made for leathercraft. If you are interested in a cheaper iron with, in my opinion, an equal quality, look into Kevin Lee irons. They are just as good and nearly half the price. I have a set of both and theyre both a dream to work with
Thanks a ton Chris for the reference! I'm actually in the market for another set of finer irons for smaller and more detailed stitching and this will certainly be my next port of call! Now I need to decide if I'm to go with the french or japanese irons x)
Hi James, You mention a thread you really like - a linen thread... sounds like "Maizee" Your links don't include it (the 'thread pack' is a different manufacturer). I looked for the French sounding name 'Maize Linen Thread' and other variations, but don't see it. Can you help? Thanks, Des
Fabulous tutorial - thank you! Can you please share what kind of glue (rubber cement?) you're using this video. I've had a real challenge not necessarily finding rubber cement that works, but buying it in a container that is both easy to open/close AND does not allow the adhesive to dry out. Any suggestions greatly appreciated.
I use mainly ACROBOND CR 108 which is a really strong adhesive. You have to spread it on both sides, let it become dry to the touch and only then stick both sides together. If you only do one side or stick them together too early there is a good chance it won't bond. Hope this helps :)
Sir, you are an artist! The pattern is priced reasonably and you instructions are very good. It is a pleasure to stand on the shoulders of craftsmen like you. Thanks for making it achievable, well-guided and fun.
Beautiful work! When you use chicago screws, do you coat the threads with thread locker / nail polish or anything to prevent them from backing out? Just curious. As an equestrian who has had many a chicago screw fall off while riding, watching you use the screws, I just had to ask! :)
Thanks Elysha for your comment! I don't put anything in chicago screws... but I really should as I've had screws come loose and some hardware got lost. I'll be trying lock-tight moving forward.
Nice build! I finally saw how to do a pocket that wasn't flat. I thought it would involve a crazy angle or curve. In hindsight it wasn't that complicated. Thanks!
Hi James, great build! May i ask how did you calculate the main body length so that it will fit exactly in the right places when assembled with the gusset? I'm currently trying to make my own pattern but seems like the main body length is too short, eventhough i've matched it with the circumference of the sides & bottom of the gusset. Thank you!
Hi there, glad you like it! Unfortunately I don't have precise science behind it, simple trial and error. I'm sure there's a lot of simple math you could do to work these things out but that's never been my strong suit. I can only recommend to test and adapt with paper templates, then make a test bag with some cheap leather (chrome tan?) before graduating up to more expensive leather.
also James, Invest in a dremel..i took your advice and invested in some really nice sinabroks pricking irons and definitely don't regret it..but my advice to you is to invest in a dremel to sand your edges much, much more quickly! you can get a cheap rotary online and sand paper...again, thanks for the content brother!
Thanks for the recommendation Pablo. I already have a dremel with the bits I would need for this but am afraid of making a mistake and taking off more than intended... I think I need to test this method though as I've now seen a few people suggest this. Glad you enjoy the content :)
When applying glue to a large flat area use a roller or wide flat plastic spatula, its much easier and you won't get drips. Getting contact cement on the good face side of veg tan means it won't take a dye or finish. I know you dyed first but if you don't use that methodology on a future project you won't ruin a piece by getting glue everywhere by holding it up off your work surface and mucking around with a small brush and pot.
Thanks, this is very true, I have ruined pieces by having sloppy glue-ups... will look for a spatula I can steal from the kitchenware and that won't be too missed.
Hi, for months I have been waiting for the template that I request from you, I think it is irresponsible to request email data to supposedly send the patterns. You have to be more serious
Hi Luis, I'm sorry you had issues with the download. I actually answered your comment on my blog a few weeks back but I guess it didn't go through. Please find the template here: static1.squarespace.com/static/56ff9bdd01dbae8fc9b1967c/t/608b189109b4950f50bfa069/1619728532275/2020.11+Lady.s+lined+handbag+.pdf Have fun crafting! James
It's a simple cutting mat used in may arts and crafts (and can be found at any arts and crafts shop). They provide a nice surface to cut on that's also very much "sefl-healing" since the cutting marks sort of blend into each other over time. I often change mine every 6 months to a year depending on the wear and tear they're showing.
Wet your leather before turning your edge. Helps a lot. You can also sand that ski Ed portion - carefully - to thin it down a bit more and even up the skiving.
This one was sold for a friend at 250€ but it's clearly a very friendly price. If I were ta cost my work here, given the time spent making it, it would be at least 500 to 600€. Please note that this is not my job and I don't sell items like this often. Also, a lot of the price could be reduced if you use a sewing machine to reduce time spent on the item.
The time needed will depend greatly on your skill. I would say a fast worker can do this in about 10 to 14 hours of work. In my case it's closer to 20/25 hours of work taking it slow.
Hola James Berry, estoy muy agradecido por que compartiste tu trabajo con la comunidad que te sigue, además que tus proyectos son excelentes, de calidad y en general haces un trabajo artesanal, aplicando técnicas que imagino, aprendiste durante mucho tiempo. Muchas gracias y te dejo un gran saludo.
No, I like the fact you can take them out if you need to change anything. Otherwise you may want to look at using rivets to have something that won't budge.
Thanks Rick, glad you like it :) I coat the leather with a small amount of neatsfoot oil before dying it, then use Saphir polish on the leather after it has been dyed.
Be with an artisan. Imagine saying babe can you make me a new bag literally whenever you want…..
I used your video as a guide to make my wife one, and I modified it a little with 2 pockets on the inside back and a few other minor changes, but it turned out AMAZING. I jokingly told my wife I'll never be able to pull that off again, so she can't mess it up or anything lol thanks for your help!!
Hahah that's really cool! Thanks for sharing this with us and so glad to hear your wife likes it :D
The bag is beautiful! Thank you for sharing, great tips and insights for sure. Matter of fact, this entire video, instructions included, is a perfect example of how a craftsman is only as good as his tools! Also, your attention to detail is the difference between average and stunning, because we all know attention to detail can't be (and never is) added later! Unfortunately, that's all the clichés I have to offer, unless others would like to chime in below! Point being, it's the little things that make big things happen! Great Job!
What a lovely and warm commentary during the video… which was excellent to watch. Your inner layer adds class to and otherwise exceptional creation. Thank you for releasing this video.
This is probably the best tutorial I've come across. It was so fulfilling to watch. How would the process differ for a non leather bag (in terms of lining and stitching/joining up different pieces)?
You have some advantages of using veg tan that you didn't take advantage of when turning your edges. Use a scratch awl and score the inner side of the turn. Dampen, (not wet) the flesh side of your turn. Place a straight edge along the centre of your turn and use a bone folder to bring the turn up to a right angle and rub along the straight edge with you bone folder. Gently does it, don't stretch the damp leather. Then complete your turn aligning the edge with your marks. Place a weight on it and let it dry. It will stay there and be a nice turn. Glue if you want, but if its caught in a stitched seam you only need a white glue not a heavy contact cement to tac before sewing or no glue at all. Lastly match the depth of your turn to the size of your project, what Im getting at here is proportion. You may have been able to make a slightly deeper turn in this case, personal choice of course, but it would have been even easier to turn. Hope that helps.
Thanks for the tip, I tried this on my second project after the video and worked really well, though I still used the big cement glue as it's all I have :)
I need to practice this a lot and will definitely come back to your comment to get the proper detailed step by step process, thanks!
Can't find the adhesive you are using I went your Amazon site can't see.
I knew watching this video you made it look easy to make this bag! I printed out the template and made one myself, attaching the sides of the bag soo hard to do! Great video and really awesome bag!
Hahah glad to hear I make it sound easy, means I may be getting good at it ;)
Thank you so much for trying out the pattern and build, I really hope you enjoy the result.
How easy/hard would you say this project was in the end? Did the video help?
Hi Sir,
I’ve watched your leather craftsmanship and I deeply admire the quality and artistry in your work. I’m in the process of starting a small-scale handbag manufacturing business, and your designs are a true inspiration to me.
I’m reaching out to see if there might be an opportunity to seek your guidance, whether in terms of bag design patterns or even further training. Any insights you could share on maintaining quality and craftsmanship would be incredibly valuable to me.
Thank you for your time, and I truly look forward to the possibility of learning from someone as skilled as yourself.
Thank you
I was hoping to see this build! Thank you again
Hahah you're welcome Pablo! Glad I'm able to share my work like this :)
Download the template here: www.etsy.com/listing/893379246
Check out the tools I use and recommend here: www.amazon.com/shop/jamesberry
See what I'm selling on my Etsy shop: etsy.me/2RV4Dwe
Love the video! I didn't realize how straightforward it would be to make a bag like this, I'm gonna try to repeat your process this weekend!
So pleased you like it!
Yeah it's pretty straightforward, that being said you'll want to take your time and be careful with every step.
Happy crafting :)
Nice video James. How many millimeters are the Japanese Style Crimson Irons that you used for this project?
Outstanding workmanship, you are clearly a perfectionist.
Hahah thank you so much Anthony :)
This guy is the love interest from this beautiful fantastic
Great build and a beautiful purse. I want one. How much? Thank you.. 😊
Very nice, thanks! Have you had any issues with dye bleed?
Thanks for your message, glad you like it :)
I've never had issues with that, using only Fiebing's pro dye and making sure the pice is well protected with wax before use. I can't say what would happen with other dyes and products though.
Excellent 😍 can you please link the stitching irons?
An alternative to doing your gussets with one piece slightly larger to ease the crease where the stitching line is would be as follows. Mark out all your outer gusset pieces on your outer shell. Before cutting out glue your inner shell in one whole piece. Then cut out your gussets. Skive your edges judiciously to achieve the neatness you desire. That way you will catch the lining in the outer stitching line where the gusset meets the bag shell. You don't have a raw edge and slight gap 13:41 on the inside then which looks even neater. You can still have your double stitch line and do that first as you did. Again just an alternative, horses fo courses.
Completely agree here, your suggestion would be a much better way of doing things. The problem is my skiving is really quite bad still and I'm working on improving that ASAP : that's the main reason I did things this way, so as to avoid having skiving to do in a crutial part of the bag... short term solution I know, but it works better than me skiving it (for now).
I wonder if anyone could recommend any books for a self taught person! I don't have internet in my work shed......imagine the difficulties!!😂
Erf, sadly not... I can however recommend UA-cam and some specific channels to start learning. Go check out some of Leodis Leather early videos - there's a goldmine of information out there if you know what you are looking for.
I’m loving your videos. So well explained, detailed and good tips also. Thanks! Continue the great work!
Thank you Felipe, so pleased to hear these videos are helpful :)
As an aesthetic and practical choice I would make the height of the bag front top edge slightly lower. The lid flap will close a little more symmetrically too and the front face of the bag won't get bent over when the bag is closed. That way when open and after some use the front of the bag will still be straight up and down and not creased or bent from being under tension as it is here 17:01 Alternatively put the clasp slightly higher to give the lid a greater arc. Visually from a front view it will look its best when positioned about one third the total height of the bag from the top, (or bottom with a longer flap).
Thanks, I agree with you on this and have already planned to modify the pattern a bit to achieve this! On this first bag I made the shape of the body a bit rounder than I would have liked on the inside, forcing me to start the stitching of the gussets lower than I would have wanted and resulting in the flap ending higher up than planned. Will amend this in future versions.
Thanks again for all the great feedback :)
What was the glue that you used if I may ask? I’m researching materials for bag making and I’m trying to find a good glue :’D
I use cobbler's contact cement - a type of neoprene glue.
Hello, Eumaeu5 here.
You sir are a craftsman of the highest calibre.
Hello and thank you so much for your lovely message :)
I love it! it's so pretty in that green!
Hi. I see it is three years since this wa shared, but it is a great video. If you see this, I would love to know what brand of skiving knife you are using, ok? Thank you.
In this video I use a Vergez Blanchard french skiving knife, but I find it's not the most comfortable nor does it have the best steel I've worked with. I can't recommend it.
Since this video I've upgraded to a Chartermade skiving knife and I couldn't be happier with the quality of the product :)
Hi, for months I have been waiting for the template that I request from you, I think it is irresponsible to request email data to supposedly send the patterns. I think that you should not publish videos and to request the patterns we must send an email, that is very irresponsible, I could say that it is spam. You have to be more serious.
Hi Luis,
I keep answering you but it seems you're not checking your own messages for my answer!
I'm sorry you had issues with the download. I actually answered your comment on my blog a few weeks back but I guess it didn't go through.
Please find the template here: static1.squarespace.com/static/56ff9bdd01dbae8fc9b1967c/t/608b189109b4950f50bfa069/1619728532275/2020.11+Lady.s+lined+handbag+.pdf
Have fun crafting!
James
Thank you for the pattern. I am new to leather making and look forward to learning more.
Glad to be able to help! Happy crafting :)
Which leather use you for bag
This is a beautiful handbag and I really enjoyed watching your process. Learned some new things, which was my goal. TY.
Thank you so much Chritstine! I'm very glad I can help others improve in their crafting :)
Always better to overestimate than to underestimate. I love your vids, but with all due respect, I find your waste to be above acceptable for me. Also, never apply shoe polish to veg tan. It contains compounds meant for chrome tanned leather which cause veg tan to pucker on the flesh side, and make it brittle, resulting in cracks at stress points. Above all, and still, your work is inspiring. My favorite pieces that I’ve done have all been fully lined. Not always fully adhered, but at least fully functional. Nice recovery, my friend from the underestimation. Thanks for your passion.
Hello, i very much enjoy your videos, you are giving in all the details and that is most helpful. I have a question though, how do you prevent the lining, the inside layer of leather from creasing ? when it folds around the bottom edges, it will sometimes wrinkle ...how can i prevent that ?
Hi Mihai, thanks so much for your message :)
It's going to be nearly impossible to avoid creases in leather on the inside of a bend. The best method is to glue the inner and outer pieces together while maintaining the final shape/bend that you intend for the bag: this way the inner leather will be a bit more stretched to fit. I glue it flat as the leathers are quite fin, which does not help minimize creasing.
Do test it out on your side but I'm afraid this will be an impossible thing to get rid of completely :x
Hope this helps!
The thinner the lining piece the better it will bond to the outer shell and the less wrinkles you will get. That is, once bonded it acts like one piece of thicker leather would. So in this instance he could have chosen very thin pig skin veg and a slightly thicker outer bag shell weight to achieve his desired overall thickness. If you don't finish the veg on the inner lining piece until you form the bond then you can dampen the inner lining on the bend, roll it over a suitable round object of appropriate diameter and it should help. I haven't tried it but you could also experiment by gluing the centre 2 inch strip where it goes around the bend under slight tension thereby causing it to hug the bend but if you choose a thin enough liner then I doubt that would be necessary. Also using a suede with some texture can help to disguise any wrinkles and it looks and feels great. High end designer bags are often lined with Alcantara suede but this is a synthetic product some makers may not wish to use. However it is more durable and less inclined to stain.
Two things i will spend more $$ on: stitching chisel (w/highly polished tines), and edge bevelers. One thing that upped my game re:stitching is using an arbor press to punch stitching holes. Since i can’tstand over my work the press ensures my holes are straight and true, esp with thinker layers of leather.
Try using pigskin as the liner. Much easier and looks fantastic
Thanks for the tip, I've never used pigskin but will have to look into it as I'm often at a loss for the liner...
Beautiful ❤️. I do harness repair at the Meadows Racetrack here in PA. I bought the older gentlemen's supplies that did it B4 me. I have loads of leather and trying to learn some techniques. I have an awesome Adler machine that stitches beautifully but like to hand stitch also. Wonderful job!!
Thanks Joelene, so glad you enjoyed this video :) Lucky you getting to work with old tools that have already seen the hands of a skilled artisan! I have a very small amount of old tools that have been gifted to me and they must be the ones I like most!
Just wanted to add GREEN happens to be my favorite color too!! Happy Thanksgiving!
I LOVE the handle on your ruler too!! Awesome!
amazing, easy, clear instructions. where are you?
Hiya, I'm English but based in Paris. Glad you enjoyed the video :)
Beautiful, just remember to create your trademark and sign each piece. Thank you.
Wonderfull...🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Id recommend diamond style stitching chisels, but I completely agree stitching chisels are necessary.
Did you put a block over the top of the lock latch so the metal tabs don't catch a hand when they get something out of that inside front pocket?
Потрясающая работа, браво!
Excelente explicación muy interesante muchas gracias por compartir sus conocimientos y los tips desde Panamá saludos cordiales 👍👍
Lovely and a beautiful project. Thanks for a tutorial . 🙏
You could tape the inner leather much like you do any paint project, so that your dye does not leak over (under) to the lighter leather.
Me encantó su trabajo, es el primer trabajo que veo de usted. Ahora soy una fiel seguidora ♥️♥️♥️
Hi, I sent you an email a few days ago and I have not received the pattern yet.
Thank you
I wanna buy this bag
Hi, I sent you an email a few days ago and I have not received the pattern yet.
Thank you
WoW 🌼🌸💮 this is a gorgeous bag!
Thank you so much!
Beautiful work. Where do you get the bag clasps?
Sorry if it is a silly question, but do you stitch by hand? It looks so even and clean!
Great tutorial, thanks! Which size are the stitching holes and the awl?
What weight of leather is the 1.4mm? Would that be like a 3 or 4 oz leather?
Bravo je n'avais pas compris que vous étiez français avant d'entendre saphire
Can you give me a bag pattern?:)))🤍🤍
Hi Azin, the pattern is free via my blog (the link to which is in the video description). Happy crafting :)
So what are you charging for a hand made bag?
Currently nothing as I don't have time to make any (they tend to end up as gifts for family).
Moreover, I'm really bad at pricing and don't feel comfortable giving you any tips on that front :') Maybe you could ask people on different Facebook groupes related to leatherwork.
I would have liked to see some of the stitching process
Crimson hides irons is till one of my favorite purchases I have ever made for leathercraft. If you are interested in a cheaper iron with, in my opinion, an equal quality, look into Kevin Lee irons. They are just as good and nearly half the price. I have a set of both and theyre both a dream to work with
Thanks a ton Chris for the reference! I'm actually in the market for another set of finer irons for smaller and more detailed stitching and this will certainly be my next port of call! Now I need to decide if I'm to go with the french or japanese irons x)
@@JamesBerry French irons at 2.7mm is so perfect for watch straps and finer items, Kevin Lee is incredible, you wont regret it
No temples for the handbag on your etsy site though 🤔🤔🤔🤔
Ok I got it, excellent work. Thanks
Hi James,
You mention a thread you really like - a linen thread... sounds like "Maizee"
Your links don't include it (the 'thread pack' is a different manufacturer).
I looked for the French sounding name 'Maize Linen Thread' and other variations, but don't see it. Can you help?
Thanks,
Des
try MeiSi
T'es vidéos sont vraiment inspirantes, pragmatiques, et motivantes, super boulot bravo
Fabulous tutorial - thank you! Can you please share what kind of glue (rubber cement?) you're using this video. I've had a real challenge not necessarily finding rubber cement that works, but buying it in a container that is both easy to open/close AND does not allow the adhesive to dry out. Any suggestions greatly appreciated.
I use mainly ACROBOND CR 108 which is a really strong adhesive. You have to spread it on both sides, let it become dry to the touch and only then stick both sides together.
If you only do one side or stick them together too early there is a good chance it won't bond.
Hope this helps :)
Sir, you are an artist! The pattern is priced reasonably and you instructions are very good. It is a pleasure to stand on the shoulders of craftsmen like you.
Thanks for making it achievable, well-guided and fun.
Thank you so much for your kind words :)
So pleased this can help you in your craft!
Great bag. Would love to try to make using cork fabric.
Beautiful work! When you use chicago screws, do you coat the threads with thread locker / nail polish or anything to prevent them from backing out? Just curious. As an equestrian who has had many a chicago screw fall off while riding, watching you use the screws, I just had to ask! :)
Thanks Elysha for your comment!
I don't put anything in chicago screws... but I really should as I've had screws come loose and some hardware got lost. I'll be trying lock-tight moving forward.
Nice build! I finally saw how to do a pocket that wasn't flat. I thought it would involve a crazy angle or curve. In hindsight it wasn't that complicated. Thanks!
Nice, glad that I could help on this front :)
Hi James, great build! May i ask how did you calculate the main body length so that it will fit exactly in the right places when assembled with the gusset? I'm currently trying to make my own pattern but seems like the main body length is too short, eventhough i've matched it with the circumference of the sides & bottom of the gusset. Thank you!
Hi there, glad you like it! Unfortunately I don't have precise science behind it, simple trial and error. I'm sure there's a lot of simple math you could do to work these things out but that's never been my strong suit.
I can only recommend to test and adapt with paper templates, then make a test bag with some cheap leather (chrome tan?) before graduating up to more expensive leather.
Me agrada el modelo, lo haré y se lo regalaré a mi esposa. Muy buen gusto.
Super .....Thank you very much for all clear explanations and template , very very good.
Pleased to be of service!
Гарри Поттер )))
What's the make time if you are steady on it?
Interesting question... maybe a day once you know what you're doing?
Beautiful Bag! Thank you so much for sharing this lovely Pattern.
also James, Invest in a dremel..i took your advice and invested in some really nice sinabroks pricking irons and definitely don't regret it..but my advice to you is to invest in a dremel to sand your edges much, much more quickly! you can get a cheap rotary online and sand paper...again, thanks for the content brother!
Thanks for the recommendation Pablo. I already have a dremel with the bits I would need for this but am afraid of making a mistake and taking off more than intended... I think I need to test this method though as I've now seen a few people suggest this.
Glad you enjoy the content :)
Make sure you skive off much more than you think is necessary ... trouble is, I did. Now I wish I'd spent more timd at school.
Hahah, that is so true (about the skiving), thanks for the message :)
When applying glue to a large flat area use a roller or wide flat plastic spatula, its much easier and you won't get drips. Getting contact cement on the good face side of veg tan means it won't take a dye or finish. I know you dyed first but if you don't use that methodology on a future project you won't ruin a piece by getting glue everywhere by holding it up off your work surface and mucking around with a small brush and pot.
Thanks, this is very true, I have ruined pieces by having sloppy glue-ups... will look for a spatula I can steal from the kitchenware and that won't be too missed.
Thank you pour les sous-titres en français 🙏🏻😀
Hi, for months I have been waiting for the template that I request from you, I think it is irresponsible to request email data to supposedly send the patterns. You have to be more serious
Hi Luis, I'm sorry you had issues with the download. I actually answered your comment on my blog a few weeks back but I guess it didn't go through.
Please find the template here: static1.squarespace.com/static/56ff9bdd01dbae8fc9b1967c/t/608b189109b4950f50bfa069/1619728532275/2020.11+Lady.s+lined+handbag+.pdf
Have fun crafting!
James
The Green board you're working on, what is it called please? What's it for?
It's a simple cutting mat used in may arts and crafts (and can be found at any arts and crafts shop).
They provide a nice surface to cut on that's also very much "sefl-healing" since the cutting marks sort of blend into each other over time.
I often change mine every 6 months to a year depending on the wear and tear they're showing.
Tnx. Beautiful. But the pattern link is broken?!
Should be fixed now :)
Nope. Still.
Can you Pls send me by mail?
Wet your leather before turning your edge. Helps a lot. You can also sand that ski Ed portion - carefully - to thin it down a bit more and even up the skiving.
Very good advice thank you! I often do this without wetting and regret it half way through... I need to practice more!
So how much do you sell the purse for
This one was sold for a friend at 250€ but it's clearly a very friendly price. If I were ta cost my work here, given the time spent making it, it would be at least 500 to 600€.
Please note that this is not my job and I don't sell items like this often. Also, a lot of the price could be reduced if you use a sewing machine to reduce time spent on the item.
Super duper nice, well done that man!
Thank you so much James, glad you like it :)
Many thanks for a great tutorial James. I now very keen to take my bags to the next level by lining them
I would appreciate it if I can get more of this educative tutorials as a lover of the leather works. I have learnt a lot. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you Martin :)
Thank you for sharing your expertise. The handbag is beautiful and I love the color.
Thank you for your kind words, so pleased you enjoyed this :)
Very nice, and clear explanation. Thank you for taking time to explain the finer details.
Glad this could help :)
Спасибо за ваше познавательное видео пошива сумочки! Очень полезно и познавательно!
Thank you so much for the time, effort and generosity of sharing! Fabulous video and just what I needed!
So pleased to hear this helps out!
The tips that you share throughout the video are almost as important as the tutorial itself. Very nice bag
Thank you Michael, so glad this helps :)
Thank you for being so detailed. In all, how long is tge process?
The time needed will depend greatly on your skill. I would say a fast worker can do this in about 10 to 14 hours of work. In my case it's closer to 20/25 hours of work taking it slow.
Beautifful i love it Greet work
Great work
Mr james i am a beginner
So i wont know the size
Thans bro for your help
Thanks for your message Mohmed.
I'm sorry I don't understand your question...
Very very beautiful
Thank you very much! I'm glad you like it :)
Hola James Berry, estoy muy agradecido por que compartiste tu trabajo con la comunidad que te sigue, además que tus proyectos son excelentes, de calidad y en general haces un trabajo artesanal, aplicando técnicas que imagino, aprendiste durante mucho tiempo. Muchas gracias y te dejo un gran saludo.
Thank you very much Benjamin for the nice words :D So pleased you like it!
way too much talking
Hahah, sorry this bothers you :) Feel free to hit the mute button.
Amazing job at first ! What kind of paint is that? oil/alcohol or alcohol?
It's Fiebing's Pro Dye which is an oil/alcohol dye (not sure exactly what they use though).
I have used Chicago rivets, but do you use glue to keep them fixed?
No, I like the fact you can take them out if you need to change anything. Otherwise you may want to look at using rivets to have something that won't budge.
Hello James.Nice work and great video.
Please tell me, what m eansdo you use to finish the Leather, oil and cream? What brands? Thank you.
Thanks Rick, glad you like it :)
I coat the leather with a small amount of neatsfoot oil before dying it, then use Saphir polish on the leather after it has been dyed.
I have never dyed the leather myself. I will try it. Thank you very much.
You're welcome. Have fun crafting!