Your video is still helping people three years later.👍
@edwardhernandez3076 жыл бұрын
I never woulda thunk laying thin leather flat to do edging, great idea, thanks!
@GottliebGoltz4 жыл бұрын
Ditto.
@beckycification5 жыл бұрын
Been making and selling leather since 1967 but never said i know it all. Keep an open mind. Thank you for showing your techniques.
@BoredReisu3 жыл бұрын
Been doing leatherwork since the 3rd grade, I’m 23 now, yet I continue to learn better ways of getting things done. Love your channel man, top notch!
@gregwilliams22366 жыл бұрын
Don I have enjoyed your sharing your knowledge of leather work, I'm retired but I have a little saddle shop repair in Waller tx just east of Hempstead and after watching you I've found that I've done almost every thing wrong . Thanks
@dochayesnm6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Don. We appreciate your kind sharing of your experience!
@TenaciousCovers6 жыл бұрын
I now use the ‘Gonzales Slick’ on all my work. Thanks for sharing. It works like a charm every time.
@alhassanaminu7046 Жыл бұрын
That's great. Keep on teaching us. I'm a student and I'm now Learning burnishing
@MasterCrazeyes10 ай бұрын
on buying canvas. I use old blue jean legs give it a try. Let me know your thoughts. Great work Don always impressed with your work.
@fredthompson5185 жыл бұрын
I recently acquired all the pieces required for your slicking method. A total game changer. Thank you so much for sharing Don!
@j.maxwaddell25574 жыл бұрын
I recently found your Channel. Thank you for the great information as I start my journey to leather working.
@bubba75318 ай бұрын
Thanks, Don. I have been searching for glycerin without the saddle soap. Very difficult. Now I know better.
@outfitr97036 жыл бұрын
Just tried your method, wow what a time saver, thanks again. Never thought to add the glycerin to the damp edge on the first pass. Gonna throw my sandpaper away. Didn't seem to even need the canvas. Wood slicker was clicking like your canvas cloth, edge looks like glass.
@DonGonzalesMaker6 жыл бұрын
Fantastic and I’m glad you found it useful! Yay!
@mikep53363 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. I got a small burnishing machine for my birthday but have found that hand slicking gets me a better looking edge. Also I hav been using edge kote but I think I will now use a dye instead.
@professorgryphonsmuseumofb53803 жыл бұрын
Always good to see close-up of hand craft, because a wide view of your house interior is what we tuned in to !earn about. Zooming in so the screen only shows.hands and arms would be great.
@catherinedilworth1363Ай бұрын
Very useful video, thank you.
@willie_mccoy4 жыл бұрын
Super fast, super effective, super cheap. Works like magic.
@cobaltfirefly5056 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this. I'm brand new to leatherworking and was having trouble slicking edges on 4 oz. veg tan. Your method worked very well.
@stuartbrawn25035 жыл бұрын
Thanks Don, I love the way you explain the process in an easy way.
@StraightThread6 жыл бұрын
Best lesson I've seen on this, Don. Thanks for making the video. Very informative.
@AntonioHernandez-yg3xs3 жыл бұрын
Omg thanks for the advice this method is the best and fast I was using gum tragacanth and the edges were not as smooth this way your edges feel like if your are touching a granite stone the best I bought all you mentioned in this video and I'm slicking my belts right know thanks a lot for all your tips
@outfitr97036 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info. Always eager to hear from professionals in regard to edge work. I'm fairly new to leather work and have been trying various methods of edge slicking. I agree that hand edging works best. I've been finishing with black edge coat and agree I don't care for the shiny look but like it's protection qualities so I finish with a coat of glycerin saddle soap on top with a final rub with wood burnish stick. It turns it to a real smooth matte finish.
@wearytraveler35246 жыл бұрын
Thanks Don! I learned a great deal from this! Keep 'em coming!
@victormendoza45523 жыл бұрын
Just slicked my first edge and came out the way I wanted it too!! Thanks, your videos help a lot!!
@sonsofliberty10626 жыл бұрын
Hey Don, Thanks for the great job on your thoughts on edge finishing, very practical and easy to follow. Keep up the good work sir, I'm in the process of developing a more simple and efficient technique. Maybe if the Lord tearies in about 5 more years I can say, I'm on to a good technique, I'll have about 25 in on leather crafting by then, but hope to be learning every day then as well. I pray we all learn something every day, and thank those whom we learn from. God Bless you, God bless the Marines, and God bless the USA. Semper Fi, from this old Marine.
@TexHoss16 жыл бұрын
I use old jeans that I cut up with saddle soap & a stick for burnishing. Especially a back pocket cause it will stay on your hand good. I have had good luck with that. I do not use the blue outside I use the gray inside. I have tried many ways. The Gum Tragacanth works good with a stick, but I still prefer either canvas or jeans with the saddle soap. I also dye after burnishing not before cause it seems to be harder to burnish if dye first. Great info cause we all can use any help we can get.
@TexHoss16 жыл бұрын
I do also use the glycerin soap also.
@synwannleathercraft85065 жыл бұрын
@@TexHoss1 is it work ?
@mishamarx69974 жыл бұрын
This is helpful! I’ve had a hell of a time with the
@mickeyhatfield233214 күн бұрын
Thank you
@minerblue96415 жыл бұрын
Thanks Don. I don't do too much leather work as I'm just starting out and learning. I always thought there was more to it than just water and a stick. It didn't work out for me. Thanks again. The Lord bless you with even more knowledge about leather working, in Jesus name. As the bible says give and ye shall recieve. Give and it shall be given unto you!
@isshyaa3 жыл бұрын
Amen !
@hankkeene90006 жыл бұрын
Great video Don as always keep up the good work hope to take one of your classes in the furture
@bluffbottomblumen8 ай бұрын
thank you! Very helpful
@kobudo2 жыл бұрын
I do just use water and a rag n slicker after edging and sanding, but I do use the edge kote as 90% of my leather is going into a pocket holster and sweat n moisture is pretty much enemy number one for those things. I also use acrylic resolene to seal everything up good.
@zarahofshiloh75372 жыл бұрын
Great tips! Great technique! Thanks for sharing your skills!
@mishamarx69974 жыл бұрын
I also dye my edges. I did it the first time that way when I was waiting on my edge paint, but it looked good and I kept with it. I’m a newbie, and I’m glad I wasn’t way off base. Thanks!
@terrypen5 жыл бұрын
That is really close to what I do. I use "Finishing Edges by Bob Park" and they look amazing in my opinion. Enjoy watching/learning other techniques!
@arthurekman8281 Жыл бұрын
Spit workes best, however I use this only on my owne stuff. Recently I have started using hide glue watered down a bit. This on less dense, stringy stuff that seams to want to just fuz no matter what.
@shanehester4852 Жыл бұрын
Good video!
@harleymurph16 жыл бұрын
Thanks Don. Looking forward to using your technique.
@sdcb276 жыл бұрын
i use same process more or less but with Johnson paste wax or some carnuba base on the rag then antler slicker though. I dye before and after.
@waynesinclairr77212 жыл бұрын
Very informative tutorial, thx
@laven1112 жыл бұрын
Great lesson
@Asenceana6 жыл бұрын
Interesting how you did the thinner leather. Thanks from Singapore!
@MountainFisher6 жыл бұрын
Ha! I use a bar of organic soap that was worthless for washing my hands as it wouldn't get soapy, but works great for burnishing. I use dye for the edge coat and use a Q-tip that I blot on some rag to make sure it doesn't apply too much.
@learntoswim90504 жыл бұрын
I'm looking to change up my edge process. I've always dyed first(after bevelling the edge) . Then water. then glycerine and burnishing. I always wipe of the soap residue with a damp rag. Then..fenice edge paint, a necessary evil for now, as I've found that after a few months the edges will have a waxy whitish look, despite the the edges looking great initially, so i've been sadly resorting to the edge paint after burnishing as a final finish, i've at least become proficient at applying it smoothly and thinly, and though the fenice is quite nice and not as plasticky as others, nice flex, and good aging, it wears off as opposed to peeling, but I still would rather no edge paint. Possibly the dying first is the issue, but I couldn't see how. I've bee up and down the leather forums and have tried a few of the older edging techniques and still haven't found one that i'm 100% happy with.
@ronklimp71976 жыл бұрын
Thanks for taking some of the confusion out of this important process for us beginners. Is your slicking stick bone, wood, or something else.
@donabbott54326 жыл бұрын
That was awesome thank you You’ve simplified it again for me
@kellyklaask7su9905 жыл бұрын
Very good explanation. It helps a lot! Thanks!
@PaulPirie6 жыл бұрын
Lots of great stuff in here man. Thanks for sharing.
@mr.edmiston67255 жыл бұрын
I run my canvas rag around on my glycerin saddle soap and rub my edges nice! I do wet them first! I will however be careful on how much I rub on my canvas!!
@CrackedCandy3 жыл бұрын
What is it they use on expensive bags and watches that look like some sort of paint or protective layer that they put on the edge? I have seen it flake off so it definitely is some sort of thing.
@johngoold12182 жыл бұрын
How do you sharpen your knives? Edge degree, etc?
@perpirak004 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot!
@JoseAlvarado-zd3eh2 жыл бұрын
So if you make a koozie, is it necessary to seal the flesh side for max longevity?
@roberttoddv44386 жыл бұрын
What would be the difference if using the yellow saddle soap? And that’s is for the videos! Your page is my go to when I can’t figure something out!
@roberttoddv44386 жыл бұрын
That’s is should be thanks lol
@johnblock19115 жыл бұрын
Good to know other methods, a good slick edge is a sign of professionalism, IMO... I've had good success with gum trag on different weights of leather, mainly from 4 to 9 oz., Not done a lot with skirting weight stuff, other than a bend of 15 oz. "Slappers" for some kinky associates...... 😁.
@paveldanko93862 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video Don. I mostly use bone glue edge treatment, but, used this method a lot in the past. Nice slick. Do you use any sealer on top at the end? Or just oil?
@nolamu4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the info I'm newbie to leather so I buy remnant from hobby lobby can I still use fiebing dyes on already colored leather and the same burnishing method as for veggie tan .Thank you
@stevesyncox98935 жыл бұрын
Thanks man.
@snakehandlerjorge5 жыл бұрын
Great video! It never hurts to review the basics. Quick question, how do you deal with edging two pieces that are glued together and have glue squeeze-out?
@epic_dude_playz2004 Жыл бұрын
You just gotta sand it a little to knock the extra glue off
@Clancys776 жыл бұрын
your cap for sale? :) ypu are the best!
@bodencunningham66783 жыл бұрын
Will you slick your piece and then oil it? Will it effect the burnish if it’s oiled first?
@williamonkumpol92275 жыл бұрын
I notice you don't use the edge tool to bevel the edges before burnishing them. I see people use wood burnishing tool without beveling the edge first and ended up with mushroomed edge. With this canvas technique, the edge doesn't mushroom out?
@DonGonzalesMaker5 жыл бұрын
The piece I used in the video had already been edged with an edger... I almost always edge with an edger before slicking... unless really thin leather. Thanks a bunch!
@gall_crafter_works5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tutorial and wisdom, Dan. My question is... I'm a beginner yet an old-school hardhead who like using beeswax. What's your take on it vs Saddle Soap , gum trag, Tokonole, etc.? I'd like to know the view from more experienced hands. Thanks!
@jaxchambers76524 жыл бұрын
Thx
@justinmeasday89306 жыл бұрын
When you work your way around a long edge like a fender or skirt, how many inches at a time do you find works best more or less?
@DonGonzalesMaker6 жыл бұрын
I prob do around 12-15” at a time... great question!
@godofm3tal14 жыл бұрын
What is your thought on gum trag? I've not tried using canvas but I can't seem to get that glassy smooth, shiny look some people get. I use gum trag and a wood slicker. It gets shiny and burnished but not like glass. And it tends to get a few stray hairs that comes back up every so often.
@Josephw624 жыл бұрын
Leather. Glove use I for slicking
@rich64896 жыл бұрын
When you line something, you line smooth side or grain side out? From what you said it is smooth side out to give it protection?
@GottliebGoltz4 жыл бұрын
Cool. I don't figure this will be similar to the way Chechiflo showed how to glue upholstery leather. Oops, I went off Your subject too soon.
@swordofgabriel6 жыл бұрын
Great info Mr. Don. Any particular reason you wait to dye the edges until after you slick? I usually use ivory soap and/or bees wax but after dyeing the edges first. Just curious as to your reasoning....
@DonGonzalesMaker6 жыл бұрын
For me, if I slick it first and let it dry then I can use the dye and I get a more controlled application and I don’t use as much dye. Just a lot cleaner for me doing it that way.
@swordofgabriel6 жыл бұрын
Don Gonzales that makes sense. Guess I'll have to give it a go and see. Don't think I've ever really tried applying it last. Thank you
@TexHoss16 жыл бұрын
I think you will find you will like it that way. I have tried dying first but I have stuck with the dyeing last. I seem to get a better cover down my bevel line that way.
@luke43516 жыл бұрын
Where you at the bcyls livestock show I think I saw you there
@Nancy4133nope5 жыл бұрын
in the 5 ounce piece you said I've already edged it with a number one what does this mean please? New to leather making and trying to learn as much as I can thank you.
@albertboggs52625 жыл бұрын
Edgers are sized. There might be a chart somewhere but basically the higher the number the more of the edge you will take off.
@jaguarjim54565 жыл бұрын
What are your thoughts on Ron's Edge Rub? Thanks.
@V3leathercraft3 жыл бұрын
Can we DIY SADDLE SOAP?
@jackofalltrades97465 жыл бұрын
Why two different saddle soaps?
@learntoswim90504 жыл бұрын
I'm guessing the cream is used because it disperses nicely onto the canvas, and the bar is self explanatory, it's extremely ergonomic to use on edges, and one can shape it with a knife for small nooks, and it is far less messy than trying to put a cream paste onto the edges other than the little bit in the rag, but that's caught into the texture of the canvas so it wouldnt goop all over your leather
@Aaronism6 жыл бұрын
I was taught WSDWS. Wet it, Slick it, Dye it, Wax it, Slick it.
@georgemurphy83386 жыл бұрын
Will regular gicylern soap work
@keithb31156 жыл бұрын
Much appreciated. How long should one case leather?
@albertboggs52625 жыл бұрын
Casing it means getting it wet throughout. So there is no rule. But know that it will mold if it stays wet and in the right conditions. I put things it the fridge for long term. You can also use a little mouth wash in the water to hold off the mold
@flutievids6 жыл бұрын
Don, where can I purchase a slicking stick like yours?
@jjwmacdo6 жыл бұрын
I moisten my edges with water and then dye them. I do this before I burnish.
@TexHoss16 жыл бұрын
How does that work for you. It seems to me that if I dye my edges first & then burnish, the edges are harder to get a good burnish on them.
@jjwmacdo6 жыл бұрын
works good for me but I'll have to experiment. What colour dye do you think would give the clearest result?
@kevinorr68805 жыл бұрын
You know that glycerin soap melts really easily. Just recent you scraps into a shape you want.
@thejonathandoan5 жыл бұрын
No wonder my edges are always crap. I was never doing it right!
@upgraddeupgradde23645 жыл бұрын
How long can you talk about a piece of canvas ? After 4 minutes I turned this video off.