3 Ways to Cut Out a Leather Work Pattern

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3 Ways to Cut Out a Leather Work Pattern

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Learning how to cut out a leather work pattern is a pretty simple skill that is actually pretty important. Not only does a poorly cut out pattern make for a lot more work down the line trying to correct it, but finding faster ways of cutting them out can let you get more work done easier.
Personally, I hate this part of the process. I've always found it to be a pain. The last method really makes life easier.
If you want an even faster method to help you cut out a leather work pattern, check out the link below where I touch on a few fancier (and more expensive) methods.
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In this video:
00:00 - Intro
00:51 - Method 1 - The Paper Method
02:32 - Method 2 - The Cereal Box Method
05:39 - Method 3 - The 3D Printer Method
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@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 2 жыл бұрын

That cereal was deadly! Is it just a Canadian thing or do you have it in the US?

@UncleGene6174 2 жыл бұрын

Not sure if we do but it’s an excuse to go resupply on cereal!

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 2 жыл бұрын

Haha absolutely!

@AChippendale 9 ай бұрын

I came for the advice but I stayed for the cereal spectacle. Those are damn fine Sir. 😂❤

@hugomillere4315 2 жыл бұрын

I buy big sheets of bristol cardboard from Dollarama, fold them in two, then glue them with spray glue. Then I print the patterns and spray-glue them on the cardboard and cut them. They're a bit thicker than cereal boxes (that I rarely eat anyway... cereals, not the boxes!). I find it works out quite well and will probably last a little longer than the cereal boxes.

@NeonOkamiCosplay 7 ай бұрын

I'm starting on leatherworking for cosplay and this playlist is gold so thank you! I also love your sense of humour!

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! Thanks for watching!

@paulhooper8635 2 жыл бұрын

I combine method 2 & 3 in a way by sticking the paper pattern to styrene board and cutting out with utility knife.

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 2 жыл бұрын

Oh that's smart. Probably lasts waylonger than the cardboard!

@_Mr.Tuvok_ Жыл бұрын

Anyone commenting that they can’t find ‘the right cereal box’ needs to go ahead and put down the stitching irons and just watch some TV-they may hurt themselves otherwise lol

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods Жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

@theartsypixie2771 4 ай бұрын

We bought my son in law a 3d printer for Christmas a few years back, so I have him print me out raised images for wet molding.

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 4 ай бұрын

You can even print simple leather stamps with them!

@theartsypixie2771 4 ай бұрын

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods ok I need a vacation...I should have thought about have him print up my makers mark. Derp derp. 🤦‍♀️

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 4 ай бұрын

I bet he still would

@kensmith9950 2 жыл бұрын

I like to use 110lb cardstock instead of paper when I print out my patterns. It's more durable than paper, but not quite as durable as a cereal box. I'd like to see a tutorial on how you use Inkscape to design your stuff. Thanks for another great video!

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 2 жыл бұрын

Oh! I like that you can print directly onto the card stock! I'd be happy to do a video on making a template. I'm definitely not the greatest at using Inkscape but that's what the magic of video editing is for 😂

@monstersmomma8594 2 жыл бұрын

Your cereal box method is completely legit! I find it’s imperative to good leather work to use full fat milk.

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 2 жыл бұрын

Oh 100%! You can't cut corners and use lesser milks.

@derekmason7667 Жыл бұрын

Bro, I subscribed last video, and seeing the fun jokes mixed with the helpful tips makes for a great video blend. Nice editing. Whole milk for the win, and back to the rest of the video▶️

@derekmason7667 Жыл бұрын

Can I thumbs up twice? Lol Have a great day.

@footcuts_br Жыл бұрын

Since I don't have any kid at the moment, I had to make one to have glue sticks :p Anyway, awesome tips for beginners and the 3d method explained in detail was a life saver. Thanks for the videos.

@earthangel8875 2 жыл бұрын

Witty, Creative and Informative. Thanks man. Angel from The Bay (Area) from dry AF sunny California, USAboy

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! It's sunny and -12 C up here right now. Can't wait to be able to travel down to California again!

@NMiller_ 2 жыл бұрын

Dude! The including the STL is fantastic, I freaking love you man! I have wanted to start using my 3d printer for creating patterns. So glad you talked about this.

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 2 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you like it! I want sure how much interest there'd be.

@guidelineuk 2 жыл бұрын

@@BlackFlagLeatherGoods very interesting😎🤙🏽

@danielcoffaro6569 2 жыл бұрын

Yes seriously, thank you

@michaels2208 2 жыл бұрын

So I'm working on small projects to develop the skills to make stuff. A great asset to someone new like me would be a basic order of operations. I miss stuff on the stuff I have made. Probably did other stuff too soon. Maybe do it in this order and this is why...

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 2 жыл бұрын

That's a great idea! I'll add it to my list!

@gregsmith284 3 ай бұрын

I use the cardboard contractors cover floors in remodeling. It’s like 35$ for a 100’ x 3’ roll. A little ironing to flatten it and it work great.

@buzzzkilll80 Жыл бұрын

Just found your channel, and for someone brand new to leatherworking your content is great! I have some experience with 3d printing, and those templates make a lot of sense. One tip I'll give is that because that plastic is light and smooth you might want to add a small weight to it. You can easily put a small indentation in the 3d design that you could glue something like a piece of scrap metal to help give it that extra heft so it doesn't move as easily.

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods Жыл бұрын

That's an awesome idea! I'm going to try it! Thank you!

@buzzzkilll80 Жыл бұрын

@@BlackFlagLeatherGoods You're quite welcome!

@crisjenlopez Жыл бұрын

Love your videos. Any videos on how to make straight and clean cuts.

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods Жыл бұрын

I don't but a straight edge and a very sharp blade are your friend. Also making several passes instead of pushing the blade all the way through definitely helps.

@bbrachman 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Tim. Great tips. My 3D printer is really old (Lulzbot Mini) and takes forever to print. So, I just use spray adhesive (3D Photomount) on printed out patterns and stick it to non-used lawn sign cardstock. 1mm thick. Works just like the chipboard in cereal boxes but less flexible. One tip you may want to try for unruly PDFs. I like to print my patterns on legal paper. So, the downloaded Letter or A4 sizes waste paper. I open the PDF in Acrobat, print it to a second PDF using the Microsoft PDF print driver. That changes any 'encryption' or protection and allows the PDF to imported to Inkscape, Illustrator or CorelDraw and edited. Lots and lots of clean up, but the vector-ness stays. On the note of cutting leather...I think I have 15 knives that I have tried to get comfortable with. I even had some professional knifemaker make me some. Don't use them. It is down to a big Olfa replaceable knife and an Xacto #2 (thicker) blade. I hone each of them on leather with the white compound to make them last. Again, my thanks for the tips.

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 2 жыл бұрын

Oh that's a great PDF tip! It's funny you say that about the knives too. I'm same way. Have a bunch of fancy stuff but I'm back to a Husky brand exacto knife from Home Depot.

@bbrachman 2 жыл бұрын

@@BlackFlagLeatherGoods The MS PDF print driver trick started with an online leather pattern maker who's stuff is great to sew. Tony makes some great patterns. I discovered that Legal paper lets me eliminate one seam when sticking together the pattern. I tried everything. Stumbled upon the reprint technique. It does create some really horrible artifacts but if you are practiced in Inkscape, that should not be a problem. I just rearrange all the pieces to print better.

@danielcoffaro6569 2 жыл бұрын

I love making my templates using a 3d printer! If you don't have access to a 3d printer check your local library, sometimes they have them

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 2 жыл бұрын

That's an awesome tip. I would have never thought to check a library for one.

@reedleatherware Жыл бұрын

Solid milk PSA!

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods Жыл бұрын

Haha thank you

@jeffreyjoseph1477 2 жыл бұрын

While I'm not a beginner I truly learned something very important today, Cinnamon Toast Crunch Chocolate Churros! say what!! gotta go find these....Thanks Bro!

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 2 жыл бұрын

Haha that is the most important lesson of this video. I should do a cereal review series 😂

@jeffreyjoseph1477 2 жыл бұрын

@@BlackFlagLeatherGoods I'd watch ha ha ha I'm only finding Cinnamon Churro locally not Chocolate 😪

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 2 жыл бұрын

Noooo! I'm going to have to start a cereal smuggling ring

@KayakTater Жыл бұрын

I use the bump jig method (made popular by Artie at Mascon Leather) using card stock/cereal box templates. This works best for proven and repeat designs. Very fast and highly accurate way to cut component pieces out. A 3D printer or cutter is in my future though as I will likely incorporate the bump jig with plastic templates. This gives me the flexibility to use both methods. Thanks for the content!

@davidshorb7453 2 жыл бұрын

ive also printed patterns directly onto sheets of craft plastic or cheap plastic binders/folders

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 2 жыл бұрын

That's a great idea!

@LeighRadmore 2 жыл бұрын

Loving the new workspace!

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@maryobrien2449 9 ай бұрын

Hi! I buy cheap thin plastic cutting boards at the dollar store (transparent if available) to create templates. Transparent ones are great if using patterns that need matching.

@PCNovice2 Жыл бұрын

Just landed on you channel and I just want to say thank you. Love the help content, love the way you explain everything; even when it's obvious you don't have to...being in the IT industry myself and knowing how some folks take things so literally I find you explanation hilarious...thanks for the videos; I'm a fan :-)

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! I really appreciate it!

@LiftRanger 2 жыл бұрын

3D printed templates, brilliant! Why didn't I think of that?...

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 2 жыл бұрын

It's kind of game changing!

@m.vasquez6283 2 жыл бұрын

Oh great, now I have to go find those bloody churros! Thanks a lot! 😂

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha you won't regret it!

@achadhaamoratsim7098 Ай бұрын

I’m curious to try pasting a pattern onto poster-sized corrugated sheets of poly plastic. If the edges will hold up to repeated tracing, that may be a compromise between the cereal boxes and 3-D printing.

@Shane.of.all.trades 2 жыл бұрын

I use beer boxes. Have plenty of those around. Definitely go through more beer than cereal

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 2 жыл бұрын

Haha brilliant idea!

@earthdimensionc-1378 Жыл бұрын

If you are doing tooling patterns printing onto tracing film and then cover with clear packaging tape. Now you have a transparent pattern to work with. Can do normal paper also

@tughilldog Жыл бұрын

I have watched many of your videos and this one just came up in my queue. Pretty awesome descriptions of methods. I am a fan of Inkscape! By the way, (you were looking for it) Tandy Leather doesnt stock Churros

@stevemilford8171 2 жыл бұрын

The cereal looks 👌!

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 2 жыл бұрын

Oh dude it's so good!

@V3leathercraft 5 ай бұрын

Now I use 500gsm duplex paper sheet, which comes in A1 size. Worth to make so many, b'se the edges will be tact even after many uses

@RoadAgentLeather 2 жыл бұрын

Good stuff man. I mix 3D print and leatherwork myself. Been following your channel. Keep up the good work!

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that! Thank you!

@bubbalansdale6301 2 жыл бұрын

Got hungry about 3.0! Wish we had the churros here . Looks good.

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 2 жыл бұрын

Haha they were so good! Thanks for watching!

@salaufer Жыл бұрын

3D printed templates seem so obvious now that you said it. I literally moved my 3D printer out of the way to set down my cutting mat.

@theBoonarmies 2 жыл бұрын

Do you have any tips or advice on finding a leather supplier? I'm in Australia, so your experience and access is going to be different of course, but general tips and or advice would be super helpful

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 2 жыл бұрын

I would first come up with the types of leather you want and then search locally. I know There's a decent sized leather working community in Australia so there must be a few good suppliers. I've also found buying direct from a tannery is often a better price than buying from a leather craft supply store.

@indaba1960 2 жыл бұрын

Another great video - we have just got a 3D Printer so very interested in the last method - My 'normal' method is the second method but instead of using cardboard I use 300-450gsm paper - doesn't last quite as long as cardboard but I can get 500 sheets on Amazon :-)

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Adrian! That's smart! I've heard foam core from a craft store is good too.

@Annalorraine67 2 жыл бұрын

Just got a VEVOR Leather Cutting Machine 280x140mm Manual Die Cutter. Unable to find how to set up right I was hoping to find a video on how to set it up but there is no videos that show you how to set one up maybe that’s an idea for a video?

@nickraizvih84 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Tim! Good video! If you will have time and tool, try Mascon Leather method with jigs (or verification square), very useful👍

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 2 жыл бұрын

Hey! Nick! Thanks, brother! I'll go take a look!

@benjaminpastrana9662 2 жыл бұрын

instead of using slow 3 d printer is better to use a laser for acrylic cutting?

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely faster. About 5 times or more the cost, though. Or at least 3 times if you get a Chinese laser. There are services that will cut acrylic templates for you for pretty cheap though. And they can do huge templates.

@michaels2208 2 жыл бұрын

I actually used the making tape idea today. First project done, can only get better. Literally. The things I thought wouldn't be hard, I messed up. I was intimidated by stitching, I did mess up a couple spots but it wasn't bad at all. Do you still have your first project?

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 2 жыл бұрын

Nice job!! Each one gets better than the last! I actually do have my first project. It's behind me in my videos on the shelf over my left shoulder.

@nov0207 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a fan of the "cardboard " method. However I use folders since I have so many. I find it's useful when working out ideas as it's easy to modify or just recut another piece. I've used my 3d printer to make a few templates. But I typically use my printer for making stamps.

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 2 жыл бұрын

I love bring able to make stamps with it. Are you printing with petg for yours? Do you put a it of resin down to smooth the surface a bit? I find mine show the 3d print lines in the leather sometimes even after printing.

@troutjerky3489 2 жыл бұрын

@@BlackFlagLeatherGoodsI use automotive primer to finish a lot of my pla+ prints its gives nice tough finish

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 2 жыл бұрын

Oh that's clever. I'm going to try that

@nov0207 2 жыл бұрын

@Black Flag Leather Goods both pla and petg. And yes, I usually put a thin layer of epoxy on them and once set I'll sand them smooth.

@nov0207 2 жыл бұрын

@@BlackFlagLeatherGoods however, I may look at getting a resin printer at some time. They are smaller. But make a much cleaner print. So it works better for stamp making. I saw another leather worker on IG that does his this way.

@SonnySaguil Жыл бұрын

Laser cutting an acrylic sheet is way faster and can take much bigger sizes I think.

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods Жыл бұрын

You're definitely right. I didn't have a laser back then but I have one now! Maybe I'll give it a shot!

@ggfrt96 Жыл бұрын

lmao I was just thinking I have a 3D printer for this

@achadhaamoratsim7098 Ай бұрын

I’d be happy to make my Amazon purchase through your links but unfortunately many of them (eg the sandpaper) refuse to ship to Israel & others don’t qualify for free shipping, so I have to search out substitutes.

@aftaba6773 2 жыл бұрын

Hey man, thanks a bunch for the tips! I have a question that i hope you can help with. Have you ever made a project that used a gusset? I want to make an envelope to hold a good amount of paper but im unsure on how to go about doing it such as finding the right length, width, etc. If you have any tips, id really appreciate it!

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 2 жыл бұрын

I definitely have. Mainly I've done it by trial and error. Still working on nailing down a good way of making them on my computer reliably so I can just design and print them out. I think this video by Makesupply should help you though: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/odmjdKqJt7OmoYk.html

@V3leathercraft 2 жыл бұрын

I like patterns in acrylic sheet. I will go to the shop who r doing this, with the pdf patterns... I also cut patterns in 350gsm Ivory Sheet( don't know what's it called in Canada )

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 2 жыл бұрын

Hmmm that's a good idea. I wonder if anyone near me does acrylic

@V3leathercraft 2 жыл бұрын

@@BlackFlagLeatherGoodsthe main benefit is it cost only just less than here 1.5USD for making acrylic template (3mm thickness)for a simple wallet...

@Kennie2Times Жыл бұрын

What are your views on everyone using other peoples templates? I got in the leather game back in 2015-16 and I wasn't even aware of any pre made templates, So i designed , prototyped , messed up allot....like i've got a box of about 40 wallets that didn't work and another box of 1st offs that worked! I left the leather game for unfortunate reasons about 6 years ago and just in the last couple months began building it back up, I 'm so grateful to find that many of my previous followers had been waiting for me to jump back in! But I was a little put off to find that nowadays it appears that everyone is essentially making the same wallets from etsy templates etc. just Just wandering if i'm tripping or is this actually the case?

@Munster6 2 жыл бұрын

Curious, which platform did you use for to create your website or is it a Wordpress site?

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 2 жыл бұрын

It's a WordPress site. I have a bit of experience with WordPress so that was just easiest for me.

@Munster6 2 жыл бұрын

Looks great dude! You've got very detailed info under each project video. Good stuff👌🏼

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, man! I wasn't sure if people actually went and read that stuff! I appreciate that!

@industrialcraft6736 2 жыл бұрын

I would argue Cookie Crisp is a better template box!

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 2 жыл бұрын

Haha! I'll have to try it out!

@industrialcraft6736 2 жыл бұрын

@@BlackFlagLeatherGoods have you looked at Cricut for cutting out leather?

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 2 жыл бұрын

I actually have! My mom has one. It does work for sure. If you use a softer leather at all it makes the flesh side pretty fluffy I've found because the board cricuts cut on is sticky. They cut leather just fine though!

@thoyibtajir 2 жыл бұрын

How about cnc cutting

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 2 жыл бұрын

If you check the link to my website, I mentioned a laser cutter it in the related blog article. They're pretty pricey and I don't have one yet but as soon as I do, you better believe I'll have videos! They're so cool!

@thoyibtajir 2 жыл бұрын

@@BlackFlagLeatherGoods ok. I will klik the link. Your video is nice advice for beginner like me. Thank you 👍

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I really appreciate it!

@joebonomono5078 3 ай бұрын

To properly eat cereal one must use Half and Half.

@gregsmith284 3 ай бұрын

I use a laser to cut out templates out of fiber board.

@ShayneBrazeau 11 ай бұрын

yo! come back

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 11 ай бұрын

I'll be back at it one day. My wife was diagnosed with a pretty aggressive cancer last year and is going through treatment. I don't have much time for leather right now. I appreciate you!

@ShayneBrazeau 11 ай бұрын

@@BlackFlagLeatherGoods of course. I just read your Patreon. Take your time. I wish the best for you guys.

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 11 ай бұрын

Thanks brother.

@wildmangeorgesrcchannel6916 26 күн бұрын

i like to 3d print my templates

@joshuasisk4773 Жыл бұрын

Sell those 3d printed templates on your site bro 😎

@lowspeak 2 жыл бұрын

Baller method: have a die cutter made of the pattern.

@BlackFlagLeatherGoods 2 жыл бұрын

Haha I mentioned that and a laser cutter in the blog post on my website. I might be in the process of building a laser cutter....

@steffanjansenvanvuuren3257 Ай бұрын

You really did not show how to actually cut pattern out of leather.

@bdubbsmark Жыл бұрын

Maybe consider changing the title. This had nothing to do with actually cutting and only relevant to making patterns. Useful info, but not what the title indicated.