In this weeks episode of The Leather Element, we answer a question from Nolan regarding snaps. There are three main types of closure snaps; Line 24, Line 20 and Segma snaps. Chuck demonstrates how to set each one of these as well as what weight leather is recommended for each one. We hope this answers some of your questions and makes setting snaps a breeze!
The Leather Element: Decorating with Wet Molding
In this weeks episode of “The Leather Element”, Chuck takes wet molding one step further by showing how to add decorations into your molding. Chuck shows several examples that he made using this technique that you can then take and make yourself. Chuck also shows a tip on how to use your Master Tools Mighty Wonder Clicker as a mold press!
The Leather Element: Trunk Style Leather Handles
In this week’s The Leather Element video, we’ll be showing you how to make a trunk style leather handle. This is also known as a purse or bag handle and it adds a very professional look to your bag of choice! The leather is shaped and hand sewn around a piece of cord.
The Leather Element: Wet Molding Leather
In this week’s episode of “The Leather Element”, Chuck answers some of your questions about wet molding leather. We will show you the process of soaking the leather and forming it using a wood mold and your hands as well as a wooden frame mold.
The Leather Element: Father’s Day Leather Belt Tutorial
Just in time for Father’s Day, Chuck goes over the basics of making a leather belt using a belt blank. We’ll show you how to attach the buckle and measure and punch the size holes. We used a 3/16″ punch for the size holes on the belt, this size should accommodate the majority of buckle tongues.