How to Make a Leather Wallet and Card Holder
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- Опубликовано: 1 июн 2024
- For a complete list of items used in this video along with project kits visit: www.weaverleathersupply.com/c...
Join Chuck Dorsett as he makes a wallet and card holder using Premium Chrome Pull Up Leather as well as one made of Hermann Oak® Veg Tan Leather. These wallets and card holders are available in kit form so you can make one just like in the video.
Wallet and Cardholder Leathercrafting Kit: www.weaverleathersupply.com/p... 
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He is very good...I've always liked doing leather works...I have a great admiration for folks who work with leather....
These projects are great, but I bet those of us that keep coming back, come back for Chuck. Such an incredible instructor and craftsman!
Who downvoted this? I’m using this video to make my son his first wallet for Christmas!
Such incredible enthusiasm without being annoying is not easy.
Thank you, Robert :)
I think Chuck loves his job. He’s always so exited about every projekt. 😀
Sorry I’m being picky but you said “projekt” Typo
@@wilsonmiller1903 Sorry, I was in my swedish mode!
Bob Ross of leather!
Thanks for all the tips, tricks and tutorials!
Thank you so much!
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4:45 "Let's just groove!" Words to live by, Mr. Dorsett! Great job as always!
Talk about a groovy teacher and tutorial, aye?
Great videos. I love how you show tools but don't push them like other folks. I also appreciate you be clear and concise and not having a mouth full of chaw and Weaver and yourself not trying to Nickle and dime people to death.
I tell you what, for someone who is new to the leather crafting world, I can appreciate a good video like this one. I love the enthusiasm, and as stated in another comment before, not too enthusiastic to the point of being overbearing or annoying. Please keep the videos coming. We do appreciate them!!!
Thank you so much, Josh!
This mans enthusiasm is off the charts,but it's good :-)
Dear Mr. Dorsey, I've been following this channel for a couple of months, soaking up whatever info I could, waiting - hoping - you'd finally show the project I wanted to start my path into leathercrafting. Today is that day! Thank you for this project and everything on this fabulous channel.
Thank you so much, we're glad the video was what you've been looking for!
I think you are the best teacher out there
You make everything look so easy, my list of projects to try grows every time I watch! And the absolute perfect voice and enthusiasm for an instructor!
I love your tutorials. Tnx u for sharing
Thank you for watching our video.
For paper, try the local newspaper. The presses use paper that comes on about 900-pound rolls that need a special fork lift to move, but when they're almost empty, most papers sell or give away what they call end rolls. $10 or less will get you hundreds of feet of paper -- not enough to print thousands of newspapers anymore, but years of backing paper for dying.
Thanks for the tip!
Thank You Weaver and Chuck for producing these training videos. It is an honorable thing to teach those new to the craft to help keep it alive and well. The videos are well made and Chuck is a very exciting and involved teacher.
Your channel has become one of my top favorites on youtube.
I look forward to all the upcoming classes and your continued success.
Anthony, Alberta Canada.
Thank you so much, Anthony!
tysm for sharing this is exactly what ive been searching for fff
Chuck! Great video! My son and I watched this video together, he's interested in learning just like I am! Thanks!
Glad it was helpful, thank you!
Thank you Chuck! I love your enthusiasm and also how you go over every step with details. It really helps beginners like me learn all of your tips and tricks, saving lots of time and leather due to mistakes in the long run.
Thank you, Zach - that means a lot!
Superb answered many questions thank you you made a lot of sense
Thanks Chuck, you are a fantastic presenter. Keep up the great work
Thank you, Chad!
Thanks for your effort
A nice basic wallet. Good wallet & card holder demos. Thanks.
Awesome video! Also happy birthday chuck!!
Thanks so much, Michael!
Thank you, Chuck! Great video as always, and your projects look great.
Wished I could afford that wall of tools behind you Chuck, although I have accumulated many of them over the years anyway. lol
I appreciate how much detail you show on your how-to videos.
Thank you!
Great tutorial Chuck! I hope to try this very soon. Thank you for all your videos.
Dude, you rock!
love this channel!!
Thank you, Andrew!
Thanks Chuck! You're the man.... Very informative, as always mate.
Thank you, George!
Great timing! I was about to make myself a wallet.
Perfect! Hope it was helpful!
Thanks, Chuck! I love the blue painters' tape trick I get the antique gel all over the back of the project every time and end up having to dye or antique the back so it looks professional ..I also want to try this color ...the leather looks really rich with the light brown dye and antiquing
You are so inspiring. Thank you again for these videos.
Thank you, Jenny!
Thanks, Chuck. A great project tutorial. Kit price seems reasonable as well.
Thank you, Phil!
Chuck, I found that dyeing the leather, antiquing, top coating before putting the pricking holes in the leather allows you to sew without getting dye on your thread. Especially when you use white thread. By pricking the holes in after the dye dries, you alleviate the dye “ghosting” on the thread. Richard
enjoy watching your tips and have learned quite a bit
Glad to hear it, thank you so much!
Hi Chuck! I would just like to say thank you for all your video's. I've always wanted to do leatherwork and thanks to your video's I think I'm going to start. You are a great craftsman and teacher. thanks again, Darryl.
Thank you so much, Darryl - that means a lot! We love to see new people get into the art of leather craft!
im going to start as well hes the best teacher
Thanks you the Best
wonderful work,you are an artist sir
Thank you so much!
Muito bem explicado, parabens !
Very nice. Very informative. I am a self taught leather worker. I don't do much tooling now as I used to (out of practice), but I like to "fancy up" what I a making a little like you did with the card holder. I always learn something from your videos so keep them coming. Thanks.
Thank you, Alan!
I’m working on a credit card wallet tonight! thanks for the video, it gives me confidence to do this
Great to hear - hope it turns out good for you!
Good job,,,
Thank you!
THANK YOU :)
Fantastic tutorial, not just for wallets but for leatherworking in general. I'm a beginner and this video really helped explain a lot of techniques that I've been unsure about. I feel a lot more confident now. Thank you!
So glad it was helpful!
“That looks great!”
Great video . Making an x with the thread was new to me thanks
Hey chuck awesome vids mate you explain it so well ,im going to start with the knife sheath,does weavers post to Australia
Thank you so much, I'm so glad the videos are helpful! Yes, we do ship to Australia 👍
Would there be a part 2 where you finish the wallet,? I assume normally one would stitch the pockets on first, before you glue the front and back together?
This was awesome! If I'm just starting out, can I get by with any type of contact cement, like something I can find locally at a Home Depot or Walmart, or does it need to be leather specific?
If you read the back of the label it should tell you all the different materials you can use the cement on. Most contact cement from hardware stores will work but you will want to make sure it says that it will work for leather.
for the dip-dying container, you mentionned that it was dry enough to use again but would you use it for other colors or just keep one for browns, one for reds etc. ?
would love to see some videos about dying lighter colors
Hi Robert,
I use the same container but you could certainly have a separate container for the different shades of dye!
Thanks for the suggestion on the lighter colors!
Still waiting for my mail order needles and chisels, so I haven't tried this yet, but do you just thread your thread through the needle? No fancy knot or anything?
Hi Pieter,
No fancy knots here, I just thread the needle and leave the excess thread hanging off. It's up to your preference though!
You do a good job of explaining why too don't use the groover to put in a like before they chisel work. Have you tried cutting in a groove line with a knife after the chisel work? Too much work for the results? Too much risk in fouling the project?
Hi Charles,
Always a good thought! Unfortunately, the top grain is where the strength is and a chisel doesn’t break that. With a cut line, the thread will sink below the top grain and give us a very inconsistent look to our stitch line. Additionally, if the thread is only held by the flesh, and not the top grain, the stitch will soon tear, but, that is exactly the type of thinking that produces the best tricks and techniques!
I've been doing leather crafting for a while. Mostly knife sheaths & kits. I also use small pieces of left over leather to make inserts on the back side of small liner lock knives from Frost, Cutlery Corner, from the Wildlife Series. My tri-fold wallet needs replaces and I would like to make a custom special one for myself. Kits I have found for tri-fold have credit cards slide in from the side. Like the wallet I'm replacing I like them to slide in from the top of the wallet, or vertically. Mine also has a smooth liner which I would like to use in the one I make. Do you think you could demonstrate this in an upcoming video please?
Thank You Very Kindly in advance.
Oh, I forgot to ask this. Do you need to mix the dye with anything or is it straight out of the bottles? If you do, what do you mix it with and how much?
Hi Sue,
We don't mix the dye with anything, just straight out of the bottle. 👍
Hi,
Is it necessary to perform back stitch when performing saddle stitch? For example back stitching 3 stitches and then moving forward and doing the same at the end? Reason I ask is because you dont do this in this video but maybe you do it depending on what project you are making?
Hello! Using a back stitch is a pretty solid closure. You see it with a machine stitch all the time, but, I tend to hide a knot between ply’s or in corners. Since I’m hand sewing I want a consistent look to my stitch and a double stitch looks out of place. A machine has to back stitch (mostly), so, with hand sewing, we can go a little extra distance to hide our knots and the stitch looks consistent from end to end. I hope this helps!
So therefore...very cool.
Do you have any concerns with the oil-tanned wallet about the oils/dyes rubbing off on someone's clothing? I have a huge side of really oily oil-tanned leather with beautiful pullup but I'm struggling to come up with projects that won't leach into clothing or other items. I thought about your journal/notebook cover projects but again, if you put that next to something you could have a problem. Any suggestions?
26:50 26:55 Super easy barely an inconvenience!
Question: For the card holder you put Antique on to make the engraving show itself clearer. If I use a water based dye is this necessary? do you usually do this only with oil based dyes? instead of leather balm is it ok to use leather wax? Another thing I would like to ask is when do you use backside finish and why?
Hi SK,
The antique will work well with most any type of dye, and it’s really just up to you if you want to be able to highlight the tooling more or not. Leather wax should work just fine as well. The leather balm is just one of my favorites so I use it on almost on every project!
@@WeaverLeatherSupply ok thanks sir. Im starting with leathercrafting next week, i found a new hobby but i gotta be honest the way you present leathercrafting is amazing, your enthusuaism is full of positive energy and I cant wait to see more project videos made by you!
Gum trag? Durable? Every time I've used it, it seems like it's great until it dries out, then it gets brittle and splits anywhere that flexes and makes the edge rough.
Maybe just a bit of beeswax?
alb673 i use water to slick and a home made wax blend as the mid step for basic burnishing. I still don't like gum trag. I do like tokonole for thin edge work and pasting backs though. But not gum trag.
Chuck, do you ever use a “Maker’s Mark” on your projects? Where would you put a “Maker’s Mark” on these projects?
What size thread are you using? Great video by the way.
Hi Trey,
Thanks so much! We used the 0.8 mm Ritza Tiger Thread.
Chuck,
Do you in reality do more than one project at a time ( like three or four) in the same color scheme as to maximize the use of your daubers and other one use items? Or can you clean and reuse daubers?
Hi Ray,
It all depends on what type of project I’m working on. If it’s something that I need a couple of the same type of thing yes I’ll make them together and use the same daubers as I’m going along. Daubers can’t really be cleaned and reused no, but the thing with daubers though is they are so incredibly inexpensive that even if you use a new one each time you’re not out much at all.
Great job, as always! Which size Mule foot was that, sir? Unfortunately, it didn't make it into the list link. Thanks, Chuck!
Hi again. How come you don't use the gum stuff on chrome tan or burnish it? Thank you
Hi Sue,
Chrome tanned leather is softer and doesn't burnish very well, so it's best to leave the edges raw or in the case of bags or purses you can fold over and sew the edges. Hope that helps!
@@WeaverLeatherSupply Thanks so much. Have a great day!
I am wondering about sewing snakeskin. Are there any special considerations as opposed to cowhides?
Snakeskin is beautiful, and it will sew but, it’s thin and doesn’t have good durability. I would suggest using the snakeskin as an inset with a thicker leather around it (basically creating a window). Sewing will be easier and look better and it will protect the snakeskin as much as is possible.
Does the stitch line edger come in left hand version, or is there an adjustment for that?
Hi Sandra,
The guide arm can be removed and switched to the other side if needed for let hand use.
I want that stitching pony. Is it foot-operated?
Hi Charles,
Yes, it has a foot pedal to lock and release, I'll link it below so you can check it out!
www.weaverleathersupply.com/catalog/item-detail/65-2960/stitching-horse/pr_8724/cp_/shop-now/hand-tools/hand-stitching-lacing/stitching-horse
This guy sounds like he made all the mistakes for me so I don't have to if i just follow his direction. And I like his subtle jokes...
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So keep the videos coming
Terrific video Chuck! I'm curious as to why you didn't sew the short, inside seams to the wallet divider? So you're a drummer? Genesis, Pink Floyd, Rush, Yes, and Supertramp? Dude, we need to jam sometime. :)
Hi Ken,
Thanks for the comment! You're a drummer too?
On your question, sometimes I do sew those seams on wallets, however, it’s not entirely necessary so for this video I just left that out.
Need some advice on dying veg tan for wallets. Literally no one has any instruction on finishing the suede side of leather when you dye it. So when you make a wallet, dye comes off onto whatever cards you put in the pockets. It's also far lighter than the skin side. I've tried a couple of finishes and most stick to the cards like glue AND tons of dye came off. Any help would be appreciated!
Hi Vasco,
It sounds like you’re using the alcohol dye (it just says “Leather Dye”) and not the Pro Dye. The alcohol is terrible about rubbing off and the Pro isn’t. Also, the colors are more true, consistent and it will leave the project less stiff. I would suggest going with the Pro Dye (Fiebing’s), once dry just clean all sides with a very lightly oiled rag (very lightly so it doesn’t pool, Neatsfoot is good) and then top coat all sides with something like a Leather Balm or even a Saddle-Lac (two tricks to using this one). This should knock out about 99% of the rub-off you’re experiencing. Also, give each step ample time to dry.
@@WeaverLeatherSupply Thanks for the reply! I've never tried saddle-lac, though I've seen others use it, I'll give it a shot.
And I only use the Fiebing's Pro Dyes. I've just always tried to finish the suede side to give it a better look and feel. Even with great quality leather, the suede is never completely smooth and it feels rough after drying or has fibers sticking up. I've found using Tan-Kote or Gum Trag and slicking it down works pretty well for interiors. Once it dries, there's no rub-off.
Maybe you guys could do a simple bi-fold and show us how it's done? I'm sure everyone would love a veg-tan wallet tutorial!
What ounce of leather do you use for wallets? Is 7-8 ounce leather to much for wallets you are going to tool?
Hi Cole,
We would recommend 4-5 oz. for the exterior and 2-3 oz. for the interior pockets on wallets.
Wait only 2 hours fro the pro dye to dry? I've been waiting 24 hours! Is that just because it's a small piece of leather thats been dyed?
Hey sir I keep struggling to hit the stitching chisel straight through multiple layers of leather. It looks great on the front side but the back can be wonky at times any tips on how to hit it dead on??
Hi Daniel,
The best thing I can tell you is to practice with scrap leather, I know I say that a lot but getting comfortable with the tools will truly make the biggest difference. One note would also be making sure the chisel is upright and not slanted.
If you've done your practicing and are still have trouble maybe try a different mallet. A good quality maul or mallet will help get the tines through with fewer hits.
Also make sure you're not using a metal hammer as this can damage the chisels and it's harder to hit dead on. Hope this helps!
Im having an issue with dip dyeing with the light brown. I follow your steps and everything is coming out dark brown even after overnight drying (without antiqueing). Can you help me out Chuck. Also when adding a saddle tan antique makes it almost black. And i use feibings gel antique
Russell! I hate it that you’re having trouble here. There’s really only two things that can make this happen. Dye can get old and some of the carrier can evaporate, but, I think the issue may be the leather. If it’s soft or spongy it will really absorb the dye and the antique, and or top coat, will just make it go darker. You can cut the dye with a carrier so the leather is actually getting less of the dyestuff but that’s not the best answer to the problem. Without actually knowing the level of tannage I may say a little higher quality will make all the difference (it has with me).
@@WeaverLeatherSupply ok thank you very much. I have been buying all my leather from tandy leather but unsure of the brand. I have been wanting to try herman oak or a higher quality leather but at this time its not in the budget. But thank you for your help and as always keep doing great videos.
Hi what’s the measurements of the credit card holder and how did you did the pattern
The measurements are 2-7/8" x 3-3/4". If you buy the kit, the pattern for the wallet and card holder comes with it :)
www.weaverleathersupply.com/catalog/cp_/shop-now/kits-patterns-books/kits
Hey if you want add a tooling design on the wallet in what step would you do that because I’m also want to make a phone case but i don’t know in what step do I have to stamp it
Hi Antonio,
You'll want to do the tooling and stamping right after you cut the leather. So you'll cut out your pattern, tool/stamp and then dye, etc.
I understand this is a kit... What was the pattern material you showed in the video? Thank you in advance.
HI Jim!
The pattern material can be found here: www.weaverleathersupply.com/catalog/item-detail/65-4110/pattern-sheet-24-x-45/pr_8876/cp_/shop-now/kits-patterns-books/patterns/miscellaneous
28:40 good tip about thread being too long, thanks
What size thread did you use for the credit card sleeve?
How could i purchase one of these bi-folder wallet sir.???
Hi Angel,
We don't sell the finished wallet but we do sell the kit to make your own, click the link below for more information:
www.weaverleathersupply.com/catalog/item-detail/65-4980/wallet-and-cardholder/pr_58293
www.weaverleathersupply.com/catalog/item-detail/65-4981/wallet-and-cardholder/pr_58294
Yup.
Chuck please help me, I been following you videos making simple things out of veg tan, I have bought everything you have suggested. I got a Redrock Waxy Pull-Up Leather, Rust in 3 to 4 oz wanted to try chrome tan, it is very flimsy, is all chrome tan that way? how do i know if the chrome tan is really soft or more like veg tan, i see you working with chrome tan that kind of stiff. I now have a whole side of Redrock Waxy Pull-Up Leather and not sure what to do with it, Can you please help a beginner out please. Thanks
Hi Maurice,
Chrome tan is going to be more soft and supple than veg tan. There are some chrome tans like our Santa Rosa, Jasper and Lexi that have a bit more body. The best thing to do is read the description and read reviews or just give us a call if you're unsure of which leather to buy so you know how the temper, etc is.
The Redock leather is great for bags, purses, totes, small clutches or dopp bags. Basically any kind of bag or pouch. Hope that helps!
@@WeaverLeatherSupply Thanks. yes that helps a lot.
What oz. Leather is best used for these projects?
Hi there,
We recommend a 4 oz. for the exterior of a wallet and 2/3 oz. for the interior. A 4/5 oz. for the interior pockets will work for the style we made in the video since there is only one card slot on each side, but, if you do more card slots than that we'd recommend a 2/3 oz. to keep it from getting too bulky.
I have a vintage Famous buttonhole worker still in the box if you can tell me how to work this piece of equipment I will keep it if not it's for sell.
Do your patterns come in svg?
Hope to get a replyment but what is the weight / thickness recommended?
Hi Ashley,
For wallets, we would recommend around 4 oz. for the exterior and 2/3 oz. for the interior pockets.
i would love to see you make a rifle sling out of belt blank
the link isn't working for me to find the credit card holder kit..
Hi Nick,
Sorry about that! We fixed the link and also linked it below. The credit card wallet and the bifold wallet are sold as one kit.
www.weaverleathersupply.com/catalog/cp_/shop-by-project/wallets/leather-wallet
what size thread are you using on this project?
nevermind. watched your super helpful video on threads and needles as well. Thank you so much for these videos!!
what thickness of leather are you using?
Hi Barret,
We are using a 4/5 oz. leather for the chrome tan and 2/3 oz. in the natural leather
@@WeaverLeatherSupply thank you! btw I've been addicted to your videos the last little bit.. I'm just starting to get into leathercraft you videos are amazing.
Thank you so much, Barret! We're so glad the videos have been helpful!
Great video as always. Can i ask a couple of questions? You said the tread is 4 times the length, is that the length of the piece perimeter? And do you ever do back stitching at the start & finish? I think that would make a stronger point. Also what size is the tread for the wallet? Regards from UK
Hi there,
The thread length would be 4 times the length of the piece you're stitching. So, if your stitching all the way around the wallet - you would measure the entire length around the wallet and take that times 4.
I prefer a knot to a back stitch, but, that is just personal preference - both will work!
We used 0.8 mm Ritza Tiger thread for the wallet.
Hope that helps!
What weight was used fir wallet
Hi David,
The wallet was 4/5 oz. leather.
Thanks for the video.I took a 4 x 4 piece of wood and cut several different grooves of different widths and depths to hold my belts and other projects while I burnish when I do custom work.
Great idea, Robert!
i noticed you only did 2 edges of the credit card holder. why didn't you do the small edge before you glued in the liner. then when you do the other stitching it would all match.
Hi Raven,
Sometimes I do sew those seams on wallets, however, it’s not entirely necessary so for this video I just left that out.
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@@WeaverLeatherSupply You're welcome... feel free to use that line. LOL
What ounce???
The chrome tanned leather is 4/5 oz. and the natural is 3/4 oz. Most wallets will have a 4/5 oz. exterior and 2/3 oz. interior pockets.
You're a day late on the wallet. I just made one yesterday.
That’s a 6 my man