11 Simple Tricks That Will Change Your Leather Craft Forever! (Using Bump Jigs)
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- 11 Simple Tricks That Will Change Your Leather-Craft Forever! (Using Bump Jigs)
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* Bump jigs
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in one of the videos, I saw a measuring tool that finds the center like a compass! where can you buy one, please tell me?
Hey! Centering calipers. I had them custom made by a machinist. They’re not “available”. Sorry.
@@MasconLeather superb tools for Mascon )))Great job ,thank you for your videos )))
Thanks, Alexander! And thanks for watching!
Where is the best place to buy decent tools ? I pretty Much just got in to leather crafts and man i love it, bought the cheap tools off eBay and ya u definitely get what u pay for i guess lol. Any help would be much appreciated
I can't tell which this dude likes more, corner jigs or discarding things in slow motion.
Bingo !
Just stumbled upon this video and immediately realized I had to sub. Your videos are some of the best I've seen on UA-cam in a long time. Thank you!
Awe!! Thanks, James!
Oh, thank YOU, sir! This idea of your bump jigs is ingenious. I'm an old retired guy on a fixed income budget, but I'll be ordering something soon...and another something after that...and...etc...
Perfect!!! Thanks for the support and thanks for watching!!
Same!
I’m just starting out and I’ve slowly collected all the tools I should need over the last year and this is the most helpful video I’ve found so far. Using the jigs and a right angle square with anti slip tape has helped so much in “starting off square”. Thank you so much
Perfect!!! Thanks for watching!!
One of the most useful videos I’ve ever seen )) thanks
Thanks!!! And thanks for watching!!!
I've been doing leatherwork for years but I still learn things from others along the way. Thanks a bunch you make this so much more streamlined. I saved easily a half hour from laying out a 5 piece project.
Perfect!!!
Hello!
I am watching as much as I can your videos & they are Great & Awesome )),
Thanks for Caring is Sharing Videos Appreciate that, always something new and good ).
at the mean time I like to ask where can I buy the Yellow ruler that small size you have on this video ,ive checked on amazon & on internet they are 36,48 & more length .also the little corner cutter half round set.
Thank you and Appreciate!
Made some after seeing this. Thanx Artimus. Shoulda called. See ya.
You’re on my list!
Why shouldn't you use metal on metal? + You are pretty cool man 5:59
. I love watching your tutorials. Thanks 5:59
“What do you think?” He asks. I think this was incredibly valuable for my leather work and I enjoy the style, videography and speed. Well done Sir.
Thanks, Chris!!!
I've adopted some of your techniques when I started watching your videos about a year ago much appreciated and thank you there is definitely a lot of inspiration to be found in your videos so thank you once again
Thanks for that, Robert!! And thanks for the continued support!
Awesome video! Even with your voice! Hahaha. But you still have not given away your secret formula for your edge finishing compound! I think it’s coffee and bourbon! Lol. Keep filming!
Thanks, Scott!
Great video Artie! Thanks for taking the time to put such a comprehensive video together for the leather-craft community. This is a gem :)
Thanks! And thanks for all the help and consultations during filming!
@@MasconLeather go team Mascon & ZeeBee!
Just received my jigs! I’m saving 60 to 70% on time cutting out patterns! So good!!
Oh awesome!!!! I’m glad you got some, and they’re working out. Thanks for the support!
Thanks for this video. It seems simple, but sometimes having someone explain something this way makes all the difference. Got to invest in your jig sets...
Thanks for watching! You are correct... it’s second nature for me, but difficult to “explain” in only photographs (my Instagram). I figured a video would help.
I’ve watched hundreds of leathercraft videos, and this is the first that showed bump jigs. They look like a game changer! Thanks for the tips!
Thanks. That’s because I invited it. 😉 learned the trick from my father building houses. Carpentry
@@MasconLeather hi are you selling the bump jigs?
Yes. Link - zeebeeleather.com/tool-shop/mascon-amp-zeebee-bump-jigs
Love your work man , thanks for sharing the knowledge
Thanks, Bobby! It’s my pleasure!!
Last week I posted a picture on Instagram referring to your bump jigs and I'll double down on it here; I have no idea how others are able to create precise pieces without these tools. I use them for every project and they have decreased the amount of time I spend cutting 10 fold. If you don't have bump jigs, click the link and get them, then watch this video a few more times, I promise you will not regret it. Another great video Artie!!
- Ryan from Krebs & Co. leather goods:-)
Wow! Thank you for that, Ryan!
Hey. Your curve cutting jig is being sold on ETSY. very cheap. shipping out of the Ukraine. Looks like crap, but you might want to check it out. I hate forgers.
We did. And we bought a set. You’re right, they’re horrible. Paper thin. Cheap. Not accurate at all. Etc.
Except that thin cardboard would need to be replaced often. The cut edges become ragged or compressed at the edge. Especially the corners. May as well just make your cuts by marking your leather with your squares or jigs first. General mills makes a hell of a cereal box like Harley makes a hell of tshirt.
I’ve had some paper patterns for 10+ years
Any reason you don’t just use the bump jigs to cut against? Rather than bring another ruler to it and then cutting?
I’m too precise. And the jigs are thicker than I prefer as a cutting edge
Loved it! 👍👍 The only questions I have are;
1. How do you stop the square of the stamps from imprinting?
2. You did drop the Shell stamp a 3rd time didn’t you? 😂🤣😎
1. Practice stamp on a scrap to gauge pressure. And ease up a bit.
2. Um .... yes... don’t tell anyone. 😆
I don't usually comment on videos but this was especially informative. Thanks
Thank you for that! And thanks for commenting!!
Well well well some nice tips and things to learn here, when I put on ma leather, and rock to sum Metallica, Delta Parole, Foo Fighters or the Smashing Pumpkins I feel like I can do anything in the whole wide world.
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Thanks for showing your technique, I insist you are one of the best, Could you tell me where I can buy the heavy metal pieces, my best regards
Thanks!! Yes, all the tools are here -
zeebeeleather.com/tool-shop
1 Simple Trick to Improve Your Leather-Craft_
Buy the damn jigs. Worth every penny.
😆 I love it !
You make that look way too easy! Thanks for sharing!!
😆 thanks! It gets easier and easier. For sure.
You should have been "Bump-jig Leather" xD
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I mean they're all good tips but something about the over use of slowmo is annoying as fuck
Be sure to see the last 3-4 videos and see if they are more to your liking. 😉
Man... I wish I had bump jigs shaped like my holsters. LOL Thanks for the tips Artie!
Thanks for watching!!
Ok, you've convinced me I need a set lol. I'll be ordering later this month.
Awesome!! Just let us know
How would you use the arc jig on the end of a piece of leather when cutting out something like the flap to a bag?
I would need to show this in a video. Coming soon.
I’m not ashamed to say you’re my leather working hero!
Thanks !
OLD LEATHER SMITH here, very nice, tools great 4 beginners, nicely explained, instead of a ruler 2 cut I use a carpet transition protects my fingers since I use a straight razor blade. GOD'S BLESSINGS ✝️⚾🙃
good evening..... where to buy a tool like in the video sir? Thank you
Hello!
Everything is here -
zeebeeleather.com/tool-shop
What is the purpose of the notch on the inside of the steel squares? Is that to allow your blade to start past where the corner would be?
It’s for 100% precision. Trust me…. You’ll thank me
I have watch this video 4x I keep thinking need one of these sets well after watching for the 5th time I said to my self buy a set so I just placed the order. LOL YOUR A DAM good sales man
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Thanks! And if you have any questions, just let us know.
@@MasconLeather Will do😊
BOOM! What a way to start my day, yes sir!
If you're a struggling newbie like me then you will dance the jig buy minute 2. Many thanks Mason Leather you selfless, faceless man!
😆 thanks!! And thanks for watching!
Everything you could've learn in high school shop classes if you were in high school prior to the 1980s and the introduction of the skill killer now known as the computer.
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Where do you find all those bump jigs?
We make and sell them.
Here:
zeebeeleather.com/tool-shop
I never thought of this before..
I work right next to a CNC router table and help through away for scrap
hundreds if if not a thousand of these a day.. I'll be keeping a few tomorrow
Awesome video some great tips! and you got 3 Haters, must be the guys who stole your arc jig design
😆 they’ve since apologized and stopped selling them. Thanks for the heads up!!
Ha! **fist bump**
Question… how come you don’t just use the jig itself to cut instead of replacing with the ruler?
Well you can check off instructional videos as part of you many and varied skills Artie!! Nicely done and very helpful. I've been bumping' since I found you!!!!
Thanks! And thanks again for watching!
Master!!!
Thanks, Kenny!
Awesome tips. Hopefully I can get some bump jigs someday. Very helpful. Thank you
Thanks, Kevin! Let us know when you’re ready !
Dude, Your bump Jig has changed my life.... Ive been following you for a while.... It’s great to have your voice on the videos.... UA-cam rockstar!!!!
I’m glad you got some!! They are a game changer for sure. And thanks for the kind words. And thanks for watching!
"Let's start with these 3D stamps, because we all have these". Cries in not having those.
😆 get some! 👍🤘
Smooth work my fellow Craftsman! TY
Not only are the products you make top notch, but all of your videos are fun to watch and highly informative! I noticed that you ALREADY had your coffee ready before you started working; I’d call that a pro tip. Thanks man 👍🏼
Thanks for watching, again!!! Yeah, I didn’t have much time for coffee prep this time !
I have some of those tools you mentioned. Great video!!
Thanks!!
I know this is an older video but where did you get the Square & Compass stamp?
99.9% of everything I have was on line. Amazon, eBay, etc etc
@@MasconLeather thank you
I'm new at leather working, I too have been saving all my good cardboard stock from all boxes worth keeping to make patterns, then once I get more thin plastic cutting boards, I'll transfer all patterns to plastic from cardboard.
Where can we purchase jigs like yours?
zeebeeleather.com/tool-shop
so you dont case your leather before stamping?im kind of confused about that.and what are the leather plers ith the teeth on them good for?
Raw veg leather, i case for tooling. That process burnishes the leather as the metal stamps hammer in. For Dublin and such, there are too many fats and liquors in the tanning process so they won’t take casing. But you cd. Still press stamps into them. They just don’t “burnish” as cased leather would.
Not sure what teeth in leather pliers you’re referring to
I have a bunch of 1/8 in top grain.can you tell me if I can wet mold or tool it.i haven't tried to do it because I don't want to waste any of it
Great video, great tips. Thanks for sharing Artie, thanks for giving back. Those bump jigs sure look to be the key!
Thanks, Jamie! And thanks for watching again!
Hello, master. Could you please write down the dimensions of the bump jings in centimeters?
So the leather you were stamping looks to be a oil tanned pullup, if so, does it really take those stamps permanently? I’ve had trouble doing it with anything other than veg.
It’s Horween Dublin …. Which is a veg tan. But I stamp in chromexcel too. It works.
@@MasconLeather man, I am sitting here so impressed by your quick response. I just subscribed and I will definitely be keeping up with your channel. I was looking through and I couldn’t believe you reply on almost every single comment. Of course now I’ve created another for you to read but just wanted you to know it’s very appreciated. I’m about 4 months in to the hobby/side hustle and it’s great to find communities like the one you’ve created. Thank you.
What a great comment!! Thanks for that. Yes, I try to reply to every comment to help. I remember when I started, no one seemed to reply to anything and it was frustrating and left a bad taste. I also try to give as much info in the videos, as well. To eliminate confusion. Be sure to check out my Instagram and website. 1,000s of photos and tips.
Thanks, again!
We all have one of these lol. I haven't even got a jig yet. I'll get there.
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Knew there was something missing in my life... Never would have assumed it was bump jigs.. Color me educated! :)
Right?!? 👍🤘
Nice Info! Only critique is please don't over-edit your video. All the Zooming/Slowmo was really jarring.
Thanks! And thanks for the feedback. Speed ramps are intentional so the videos are 3 to 4 hours (time to make a wallet)
if i make a square holster I'll use this trick.
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Hello Artie. Who makes your 3D stamps and logos?
May I aske you what kind of stamp is better for leather? Made of brass metal or steel ?!
I prefer brass
@@MasconLeather thanks for your guidance 🙏🙂
The ruler jig is a life saver thank bro.
Thanks for that. And thanks for watching!
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Solid tips! so helpful. But that ruler moving at 1:49 hurt my soul.
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shhhh
Went to the web site to see about purchasing the bump jigs. It doesn't appear to be working.
It should be working -
zeebeeleather.com/tool-shop
@@MasconLeather It wouldn't work last night on my PC. Home page but nothing else. This morning it worked great on my iPad.
Hhhmm.... I’m glad it’s working... but let me go look for future
Grand merci a toi pour ces superbes astuces.✌️😉
A bientôt
Big thanks for a great informations
See you soon.✌️😉
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Awesome use of jigs, very helpful, alot better than using the side of a ruler. For small templates, you should consider 3D printing, opens up so many possibilites, you could combine #10, 9, 6 into one step,
I don’t use software. I’m 100% old school. 😆
During the video while selecting your stamps and logos, I noticed that you have a few stamps in the shape of Left and Right Feet (foot) stamps. Where did you get them?
Oh geez …. Years ago on line. Can’t recall specifics
When you make your wallets and credit card holders, what is thickness in ounces of the leather that you use? 2 or 3? 4 or 5? For example, the wallet in your above video around the 10:40 mark? What thickness of the leather is that? I've been into leather working for a while now, but want to branch into making wallets and bags. I need some direction. Your story video was inspiring to watch.
Thanks for watching and for asking. Unfortunately, I’m a bad example in regards to thickness. My items are far thicker than normal. 5/6 oz always.
Where did you get your cutting mat?
The 8x4?
Alvin self healing. Tell them I sent you.
Мне понравилось, буду использовать в своей работе👍✌️✌️
Thanks!
Appreciate the video as always, man. Been using a lot of my scrap aluminum flat bar for the same purpose - glad you gave me the idea
Thanks for watching!!
What do you seek? Love the vids brother
Thanks!!!
Will DEFINITELY look into getting some of you jigs. What make is your arbor press? Any links for that?
Perfect!!! My press is from harbor freight. But my plate is hand made. We’re getting custom arbor plate / anvils made now, and they’ll be available for purchase soon.
the method is just meh, good for new crafters but you wont see anyone using this method after a year or two. the price and calling them "Bump Jigs" is what i find infuriating. i just dont think you want to call them what they are because there is literally no reason to give you 100$ for one of these when you can get a whole ass set of good quality positioning squares for a quarter of the price. this just seems predatory to new leatherworkers that dont know any better..
😆 ok
I’ve been doing daily for 15 years.
Good luck to you
if it works for you great. but you are still trying to sell positioning squares for 100$....... just saying @@MasconLeather
Hello from Norway! Love to watch your videos! Just an novise in leather, but learning new stuff every day! Thanks for good tips and ideas! Where did you buy your coffee cup?! Cool cup! :)
Thanks for watching!!! Coffee mug is an antique.
I think this is the first video where you havent spilled a half bottle of whisky on the table.....haha
Just kidding.....great job
😆 thanks for watching again!
Thanks for making your videos. They've helped me a lot as I'm teaching myself. Appreciate what you're doing!
Awe! Thanks for that, Martha! I was self taught, as well. So I’m right there with you.
Thank you so much for the detailed explanation
You’re absolutely welcome! Thanks for watching!
Great video, lovely tools, that heavy metal sound is great, i would love to know about that cutter, not nt, the other one. Thank you!
At last some one talking with no background music, I learned so much on this video, top tips and measuring speed skills, especially the arbor press on the stamps, will have show this to my local metal work shop to get bars and jigs in the 🇬🇧 well done.
Thanks! We ship to the UK every day. Just let us know and we’ll hook you up!
I spent my extra money before I saw your jigs. My next order will be your jigs, freaking amazing and I will start with the arc jig then the bar jigs. You are your perfect example for the use of your jigs. I love them
Thanks!!
OLD LEATHER SMITH here, very interesting, being an old man I have used some of your tools, and 4 round corners I use washers some as large as your French curves, you have convinced me because you can teach this OLD DOG new tricks, GOD'S BLESSINGS ✝️⚾🙃
Perfect’!! Learning is fun at any age
Great video tutorial as usual but this one more so with actual useful information vs the normal flash and glamour..and since when did you get a microphone? What happened to the mute format? Well I like it..Best wishes my friend..
Thanks!!
I’ve had a microphone. To record all the tool sounds. Lol
This time , I needed to articulate a little more in less time. So it was necessary to speak.
Only need 1 word to describe this video: Beauty.
Thanks!!
We’re is the web site for bumb jigs?
Here:
zeebeeleather.com/tool-shop/mascon-amp-zeebee-bump-jigs
okay you just blew my MIND wow what a video lm just getting into this stuff for personal use l started with a stitch awl and have some tips from mom who was seamstress fabricated my own tools etc. and you took me to a whole other level THANKS
Perfect!!! Glad you enjoyed it! And thanks for watching! 👍
Mr. SHell, I can't begin to tell you the effect you have had on my leather working efforts. Eventually, I would like to pass these skills on to the next generation. Again, many thanks.
This is great to hear !
Very nice. You’ve got me scratching my head and thinking a little differently.
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I wish you've made this video much sooner, it would save me years of pausing your videos and trying to figure out what have just happen and why your wallets are straight and mine are not :)
😆. My apologies! Let’s keep going forward.
Great info. I have said it 100 times. Best leather guy on UA-cam. Keep up the great work.
Thanks, Justin!
I follow a lot of your techniques. I like marking the square corner, what a saving move that is. My lettering is kinda wonky sometimes. I need to weigh the bar down.
Thank you so much for your videos. I have been blacksmithing for the last 12 years but as age creeps in I needed something to keep me inside to watch over the wife who has cancer. I have used so much of what I gleaned from your vids. Again, thank you so very much. Today is a good inside day for leather. Have a blessed 2021. Keep the vids coming.
Thanks for that, Mark!
Great videos, Artie. I learned so much from your tips, tricks and shortcuts. Keep the videos coming!!!
Thanks for that and thanks for watching!
I hate that i had to stop watching on my tv ,get my lap top, get my headset just to hear you . But the whole time the clink and tap of rulers / tools was always loud and clear . Might want to try recording audio separate and then editing it in . So you can adjust tool / shop noise different than the main vocals .
50% was recorded separately as a voiceover. I’ll keep playing with filming as I move forward. Thanks for the advice
Just came across your channel and I like it. You do stuff the smart easy way thats fast and quick.
Thanks for that! And thanks for watching!!
You are a Master crafsman Artie...YOU got me into this at age 58 ...this is what I'm gona do every day of my life!
Awesome!!! I’m glad I could help!
Man I’m just starting and I like your methods. I was in your area when I was in the Army back in 98-99 fort eustis for job training. Thanks enjoyed
Fort eustis! I played soccer there while in the Hampton roads soccer league. 👍