I love how your entire drive lies in the idea of "I want it. It doesn't exist. I'll make it!" It's very inspiring

imagine going into a business meeting and pulling your computer out of THAT, what a total power move

current mood: being a broke-ass teenager without skills

i can imagine the look on someone's face when they say to you "that's so cool where did you get it?" and you respond "i made it!" like it just warms my heart

You can't commit social suicide with other nerds. We just love watching someone get as excited as us about anything, it doesn't matter what. So glad you two showed up on my recommendations a few months back!

*I even colored coded everything, I feel like such a nerd* Me: well...... That's the whole point NerdFordge 😁😂

You know a great way to get the dragonscale pattern with a bit less work, would be to use an "English point" strap punch. It's got a rounded 'v' shaped head, as long as you don't punch all the way through, it let's you get a great scale pattern. It's what I used for the bracers I made. Also, a stitching pony would really help with some of the leather sewing, and I've found it also helps when stitching the signatures together in book binding. Your book making videos got me into book binding which also led into leather working, so thank you very much. I'd love to see more of both the bookbinding, and leatherwork videos.

I want this bag in purple, gold and black with a green dragon's eye!

2:05 so this is what the famous scandinavian “chjöp chjöp” sounds like

Didnt know it was possible but this videos are getting even better, i am intrigued at seeing you make custom veryday items, i´d like to see more of that, you could be someone who has a magic mcguffin for everything

I really like how this video was put together with your ideas put forth sitting in front of the fireplace with a cup of tea and then the layout followed by the build really awesome. I just finished my 4th book based on your videos you really inspire a lot of people to do what they thought was impossible. One of the best videos so far on how it was directed and edited.

6:55 « i want to take one moment to appreciate all our patrons» subtiles: « i want to take one moment to appreciate all our pigeons »

Just watched KZfaq rewind. That was uneventful! Anyway, hope you liked this video a bit. Check us out on instagram/twitter if you'd like to say hi or see us a bit more often than every other week or so! :D Edit: Also realized I forgot to add footage of me actually putting in the laptop 🤦‍♀️Will post footage on Insta if you wanna check out on @thenerdforge!

I was literally about to be like “it looks like the eye of Sauron” when you said it 😅

This bag looks absolutely DYNAMITE! The dragon eye especially! Could you do some more leather work? Maybe something Warcraft related?? :))

The little giggles of excitement make me so incredibly happy

So, i finally gave in & watched one of your videos. After noticing a thumbnail a while back i've been avoiding the ones that keep getting recommended. I haven't done much crafting for a long time & presently am financially unable to do much of anything. So i knew i'd be super envious watching you make what i was seeing. Well, i was right. Sadly, i can only wish to be doing something like this, but that's OK. Your creation is stupendous. The addition of the black really did the trick, it's gorgeous. I think i'm going to be suffering future craft studio envy since i'll be checking out more of your projects. I'm sure it will be well worth it.

Tips for an even dye on leather. 1. Make sure the leather is fully dry. 2 use a wood block (sanding block can be used) and wrap it with a paper towel. Apply the dye to the paper towel when on the block. Then use that to apply the dye to the leather. Don't spray or use a paintbrush or it won't come out even. On something that is supposed to look organic, I would use all three methods. Start with the block, then spray on where you want slightly darker, while the dye is still wet used a brush to feather out the edges around the sprayed areas. This can give a more organic look to the dye wothout having areas that are too dark. Hope this helps for future projects.

"Go away Christmas gate keepers, nobody likes you!"

i love this! would love to see more leathercrafting content like this, or even just more every-day-use items like bags, lunchboxes, decorative storage, etc!

Beautiful handmade Laptop case, now you can keep your laptop save in your very own handmade Fantasy Laptop, instead of going to the store and buy one, you use the right materials to make one instead. If you have a large table for your diorama Crystal Shrine, Castle, any Diorama, so big it can fit anything plus turning it into not only a magical world but also turn into fantasy world map, man that would blow everyone's mind even thinking about it is blowing my mind. How's your other Grimoire Spellbooks coming along? Water, light, dark, Undead (same thing as Necromancy or Voodoo), Ice, Metal, Lightning (same thing as Storm) Hope to see more NerdForging soon, keep up the great work.

Overcomplicate things? You? Never. . . :D Awesome case, and that fireplace is epic! I'm jealous.

Pre-punching box stitching holes is not easy, great job and making them line up. Also i noticed you use a stitch groover multiple times to make the black line over top the silver, I suggest for the future, look into getting a French Skiver. Awesome video.

I just found your channel and have been binge watching. I must say you are brilliant! When it comes to dragon scales and leather I always end up stamping each scale one by one(single scale stamp). I would have never thought to just print out scales and engrave them within my leather and go over it with the swivel knife. You have saved me so much time in the future with my projects. Thank you! Subscribed!

Epic! That looks like a lot of work! I've been wanting to get into some leather work myself.

I love it , think if I had one I'd like the old aged leather look with brass buckles , you really make people's imagination spark up, I love that you just make what your thinking , you go girl keep up the great vids ✉️❤️

HOLY CHEESE! Lady, you’re a visionary! Where did you go to school? Because I bet it makes SCAD look like a playground

This leather crafter would love to see more Nerdforge leather projects .

Praise be to the leather working, all of the your pieces have been beautiful and even inspired me to start getting into the craft too!

It looks so freaking cool!! And I just have to ask: Is that library with the fireplace in your house? Because my only goal in life is to have my own library, and it seems like you're living my dream xD

I discovered your channel today and I'm already in love with your AMAZING WORKSHOP. I can only dream about having a space like that of my own.

Thank you for being unapologetically nerd-y. You are inspiring me to be more like that

Such a great idea and execution. The blue is a bit strong for me (I would love it to be orange/red, to be honest, like the scales of a red dragon), but the end result is undeniably cool.

Mmm, a FEW skills That is a under statement

I love your excitement! Plus, the case looks awesome! Also, it never has to be Christmas to wear R2-D2!

I would have loved this in dark brown with brass details. Still amaxing leatherwork and design, love it.

I love how you're editing your videos lately

I love how you bring your imagination to life and love watching your thought process. Keep up the great work, looking forward to your next project. Thank You

Making paper templates is such a great idea! I did that for a project I'm working on and it really helps figure things out before using expensive material! You're awesome!

I wish I had a friend like you to help make stuff with. I suppose I could always be my own friend to create awesome things with.

Ok, but I NEED to know where you got that Christmas sweater.

Why not a leather cuirass ? I don't know if you've already read "The Knights of Emerald" of Anne Robillard, but i thought that their cuirass were really nice.

So awesome!!! You should've had clips of you using the bag walking around town and catching peoples reactions to the bag. That would've been an interesting touch to end the video with. Maybe let kids come up and look at it if it happens. LOVE how it turned out though. You should do more laptop bag designs - perhaps an Elf themed bag, and even one for each element: Earth, Fire, Water, and Air. I"D LOVE TO SEE THEM! It's so fun watching your designs come to life! I love watching the carving part of you working on the leather and adding gold leaf and paint to add the final details to tie it all together! SO EPIC!

Awesome! That black stripe on the silver made a huge difference! Kudos on the channel.

I look at the case and all my mind is screaming at me is "FOR THE ALLIANCE!"

Beautiful work, girl! Really nice! 😃 But remember: painter's tape is always your friend. 😊

I hope the shinyness of the eye remains over time. Is be slightly afraid of it getting scratched up. It looks soooooo cool!!

I had never thought of making my own custom laptop bag, so thank you so very much for that inspiration alone. As for your laptop case, it is so beautiful and also inspiring on it's own. The two things together make me wish I had 1) leather, 2) space to work in, and 3) time to make my own nerd inspired laptop bag (and other accessories).

4:28 Who else guessed dragon eye before the reveal of what the center black dot was going to be ?!!

Amazing work as always, and what a great sense of humor! So glad you have a job you adore while continuing to inspire others to reach out and try something new :) I wish you luck and happiness for all of your life!

Stumbled upon you while diving into the rabbit hole of resin projects. I am so happy to have found you! Nerdforge is fantastic!!

Always a pleasure watching your videos. They are always put together so well. Even the background audio track fits in well. Wow. Didn't expect it to look so spectacular!! Thanks for sharing...

Having a laptop case was a dream of mine when I was a kid. Problem was there wasn't any laptops. There wasn't even any desktops either. ;-)

The bag looks so cool! I would totally buy one if you'd sell these. Awesome work, keep it up.

Came here because of your bookmaking videos, stayed for the projects and your exceptional production value. Always love to see you work leather. Leathercraft is my hobby...well more like obsession if I'm being honest.

Marina, I love how you enjoy your projects. You always have ideas that have functionality and a great sense of style and panache. If, I saw someone with a case like this, I would probably ask where they got it, and how much it costs. I work in foam, not leather, but like to watch talented people in any form of crafting. You are very talented in many forms. Keep up the great work. Also I like how the cats want to help.

I can't find another word than "amazing" 😁 you're so talented, and your projects are freaking awesome! 🖤

Yup, my first thought was “that’s Sauron’s Eye...cool”

Yes please do more leather work!! I love watching the workflow and it’s how I found your channel!

This is so cool! One thing I would have liked to see at the end was you actually putting your laptop into the case and carrying it around.

Not sure why you were in my recommendations, but for once KZfaq did something right. I'm -so- freaking following you!

Wow! This looks stunning! I'm really glad i've found your chanell. It's so beautiful and it does put a smile on my face seeing how you can turn your dreams and thoughts into real stuff. I wish i had this abillity to bring my imagination into reality. And it's not just interesting to watch and appriciate the design, it's also really well done, at least from what i can see. And i mostly enjoy your passion and attitude, which makes me feel happy. Thank you so much for that joy, and i wish you a lot of insparation and fans. I'm looking forward to see your new creations! 🖤🖤🖤

This is one of your best yet! Really great, and wish I had this. The addition of black stripes to the silver 🥈 was great, really brought it together. Great job as always, love your channel! 😂

To get in the grooves, one thing leather people use is called antique. It gets in the grooves and dents to give the piece more dimension. However, antique doesn't stain but does color the overall piece as well so be careful when using it with certain colors.

There's a moment where Martina say "Oh I feel like such a nerd" or something like that I'm laughing

So... PRETTY! Also wondering will a Tome of Water be made to complete to elements set?

I loved it. Thats super cool, loved the color of the eye. Oh yeah the silver with oit the black would have been overwhelming. Keep up the good work and also you have inspired me to just go fourth with projects and learn what i can do!!

Box stitching? Wow, that is ambitious! I've been doing leatherwork for 7 years and still haven't tried that. Well done!

That was incredible! Make ALL your dreams come true! Your projects always inspire me, thank you for sharing them with us

Your nerdom makes me happy lol

Please share more of your work with leather! It's really unique and inspiring.

Your videos is currently the only videos i watching on KZfaq.... your carts is truly amazing and right up my ally. I need to say you are very talented.

It would be a great prop in series with highschoolers in a world with dragons 😍

16:15 The final result is just amazing

I'd use this for a Book of Shadows case, very cool !

WOW! This is so amazing! Your videos give me so much inspiration to go and do my own projects like this! I don't have much experience with leather, but watching your videos gives me an idea on where to start!

Im lagit hooked on this channel.

"a moment to appreciate all our pigeons [...]" I heard that and then the cc confirmed it

Many leather workers will use a stamp for things like those scales. Makes the work go faster and gives a differently uniform look if you're thinking about doing more than one!

Its a real pleasure seeing somebody enjoy their work so much! Great result as well.

"I feel like such a nerd" Same😂

Looks great! want more leather! Og på Norsk, dritbra jobb! Jeg er nå veldig misunnelig! :P

I just love your enthusiasm and excitement for these projects! 😄 Plus... how nice is that fire in your (library!?) Room! 😍 Yes, yes, yes for more leather videos! 😊👍

this looks quite amazing. The choice of adding the black to the silver was worth it.

The color scheme reminds me of Full Metal Alchemist.

This looks amazing! I could watch the finished product footage for hours! I wish I could make this, but I have no clue how to sew or find leather. So I'll just glue some old fake leather handbags together😂

Oh my gosh I absolutely want to make a more arcane/druidic version of this, with more leafy/art nouveau patterns! This is so gorgeous! Your whole "make a tome" series and this make me wish I knew anything about leatherwork, it's so lovely!

Ive been wanting to do this for so long! Ive recently tried one of your tutorials on creating your own spell book. Not as awesome as yours but it was so much fun!

This screams ready to do battle and to... Wage war but first take out your laptop! 💻

You are such an inspired and inspiring artist. It is a joy to watch you work your magic.

I absolutely love this! If I might make a suggestion, you should use some sort of protective finish to protect the dye job on your leather if you're going to use that everyday, Keep up the great work!

I love doing leather work and I love the ideas you get. I find my self inspired thank you.

Such the artist Martina!! And loving the purple hair!! I've watched your earlier videos with your natural color and I have to say I really love the 🟣!! It suits you and your personality and it's one of my favorite colors. Keep up the incredible work your really amazing!!

You are so talented, its unreal. This isn't my style, but you blow me away with everything you stick your hand in.

oh my gosh i LOVE the scales and blue colour!

Everything you guys do is incredible and so well presented! I’m forever in awe of your work, well done!!

I love your videos you are so inspiring I have made my first book following your instructions I am so pleased with it I still have a long way to go to get as good as you but I am loving the journey thank you so much you have given a disabled man hope again (I can do things ) please never stop.

It looks amazing and really professional! I wonder, for leather pouches like the ones on the front, can you mix up the type of leather and use a soft leather for the sides of the ‘box’ to make the space soft and foldable? The outside panel could still be hard for a armory/metal look. Then they would have that pocket look? Idk anything about leather working to be honest. Just thinking about the aesthetics.

Hey Martina, Hansi, I have 2 questions and 2 suggestions. Questions: 1) Can I base 2 OCs (Original Characters) off of the 2 of you? 2) If so what do you want them to be? I was thinking you, Martina be a elf, witch hybrid or something like that. Hansi could be a human with clear sight that let's him see the supernatural clearly. Suggestions: I noticed you don't upload as often anymore. I'm not sure why but I thought it might be having no ideas. So here's my 1st suggestion: Look back at your past projects. You've made multiple designs for each project. Yet you only make 1 of them and never revisit the project to make another. So you could go back and make another design. You could make new designs too. You've learned a lot since most of your projects. So maybe go back and do another with the new skills you've learned. Your magic wand and magic staff for example. Here's my 2nd suggestion: Mix the things you've done. I've never seen you make a figure for your Dioramas. You've printed or bought them. I understand they're small so many make their tools or something. Like a magic staff or large shield from resin or something. Or maybe make a magical Diorama that has a figure trapped or sealed in a resin crystal. Or make a set. A Diorama, a painting, and maybe tools. Tools: Weapons, armor, jewelry, clothes, and a book. Life sized armor for a male, a female, and maybe a pet. Same with weapons, jewelry, and clothes. An the book could have info about creatures or something. An I don't mean just make the book. I mean draw and write the information. Make a world of your own.

glad you fixed the silver i was thinking the same thing of it being a bit over powering, but as always the end product is amazing and i love it