Would you want to see a video where I make the patch and sew it on the a hat?

@sirwild

3 жыл бұрын

Yes please

@olafb.2929

3 жыл бұрын

Sure!

@cornishscinema4485

3 жыл бұрын

I'm Looking for a heat transferable leather for hat patches.

@MakerExperiment

3 жыл бұрын

@@cornishscinema4485 I need to research that. I don’t know of one off hand.

@cornishscinema4485

3 жыл бұрын

@@MakerExperiment This KZreadr here from "Rogue Lab" kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZZODqo-ffJvegqQ.html ordered some from Stahls.com, So it must exist but I'm having trouble finding it myself. I'd like to laser my own rather than order from somewhere. Thank you for the reply. I didn't expect it it..lol

Great video trevor, love how you showed the process and the difference between masking the leather and not.

@MakerExperiment

3 жыл бұрын

Native Son Wood Art thanks for watching!

First thanks for taking the time to post a video and share your experience with us. We all have our own way of doing things for sure. I choose to leave the masking on and perform my etching first (without air assist) followed by vectoring cutting the parts out. I do not like dealing with warping so it’s the last function of my processing. Also, it’s close but not exact when you remove the part and place it back in position to perform your etching. Again, this is just personal preference. Your way works for you so why change it :) Thanks for sharing :)

@MakerExperiment

3 жыл бұрын

I do it both ways. It just depends on what is working on a specific leather. This leather was particularly tricky with leaving residue after engraving, even at higher powers. I do agree with you that placement can turn into slight misalignment. All good points. Like you said, we all have our ways and sometimes I even change it up on the fly.

Really cool man! I love that leather from District Leather - definitely my favorite to work with!

@MakerExperiment

3 жыл бұрын

It was really fun to work with this one for sure.

Beautiful work

@MakerExperiment

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Thank you. Very helpful...👌

@MakerExperiment

2 жыл бұрын

I’m glad I could help.

Awesome video thank you 🙏

@MakerExperiment

11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching.

This is so funny. I was just reading a W@H article about a family using a laser to start a business during the shutdown, first making leather patches, then expanding. I came to YT to see if they had a channel and THIS VIDEO was at the top of my timeline! Researching ideas while I wait for my Glowforge. YT algorithms are magic!

@MakerExperiment

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you’re finding the content!

Nice work

@MakerExperiment

3 жыл бұрын

day work thank you!

Great video 👍

@MakerExperiment

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

That turned out really great. I am surprised you don't have an Ethan Carter xacto knife!

@MakerExperiment

3 жыл бұрын

The Grant Alexander yeah, I need to talk to him about that.

Trevor, Thanks for another great video. Very helpful. Can u give me the link or description to buy the masking paper? Many thanks.

@MakerExperiment

3 жыл бұрын

Judy Lin it’s in the description of the video.

Awesome video! Do you know what adhesive I can add to the leather patches?

@MakerExperiment

3 жыл бұрын

Honestly, I’m not positive. I’ve heard some people use spray adhesives and I heard a leather worker say they use eco weld.

Thanks for the effort you put into your videos. You are part of the reason I chose to just purchase an Epilog Fusion Edge - 50 watt. My question is when making the leather patch how did you control the smell of the burning leather so your neighbors aren't bothered.

@MakerExperiment

3 жыл бұрын

If you’re exhausting outside, there’s no real way to control the smell. Using a filtration system is really the best way. However, that’s not the cheapest option. That’s awesome that you bought a laser. You’ll love it.

@fixedops123

3 жыл бұрын

@@MakerExperiment thanks for the quick answer. I am looking into the BOFA filter system. I know it’s a little pricy but cheaper than finding a place away from anyone.

@MakerExperiment

3 жыл бұрын

@@fixedops123 look into Purex as well. They’re similar to BOFA.

I'd be interested to see how adding a heat activated adhesive to these could make them usable for a hat press instead of sewing them on a hat..maybe I'll try it out and make a video

@MakerExperiment

2 жыл бұрын

I know that’s what some people I’ve worked with have done.

Great video. Can you get the leather with adhesive already on it?

@MakerExperiment

3 жыл бұрын

Scott Bunch not that I know of.

any info on treating or dyeing the leather to withstand the weather and elements being on a hat?

@MakerExperiment

3 жыл бұрын

I don’t really have any tips for that. Ethan Carter might if you check his stuff out.

Love the video. How do you add the custom border? Thanks

@MakerExperiment

Ай бұрын

I created it in the design software by offsetting the original logo.

Trevor, thanks for the great tutorial. If you wouldn’t mind sharing what leather this is? What name and color is it? Thank you in advance.

@MakerExperiment

Жыл бұрын

Everything I used is linked in the description. I hope that helps.

Would it help to wet the patch a little before the engraving? I think I’ve seen someone do that before… Your thoughts? Thank you in advance!!!

@MakerExperiment

2 жыл бұрын

It might but it’ll depend on your leather.

Have you ever used JDS leatherette. Would that work instead of leather?

@MakerExperiment

3 жыл бұрын

Scott300300300 I’ve used it. It could, but it may not look quite as nice.

Hello. I wouldnlove to know how to get rid of the soot from the engraving without altering the color of the leather. I tried water but that spread the ash. I tried a sealer but that discolored the leather. I tried wiping with a damp cloth and dabbing it but that just ruined tge leather. Any thoughts?

@MakerExperiment

7 ай бұрын

Have you tried a leather conditioner?

What program are you using to run the laser? I use Corel Draw.

@MakerExperiment

3 жыл бұрын

Myron Benware I use Adobe Illustrator.

What temps and speeds do you run for each setting?

@MakerExperiment

3 жыл бұрын

All of the settings that I used are in the description.

Thanks for the video - what software are you using here?

@MakerExperiment

Жыл бұрын

Adobe Illustrator is my primary software.

Hello I started watching at the I bought a fusion M2 but noticed you don't use it much..

@MakerExperiment

3 жыл бұрын

I still use it all the time. I just try to do most of my videos on the fusion edge that epilog has me testing out.

I keep getting black smudges when I engrave leather and have to clean each piece. I have the same laser as you.

@MakerExperiment

3 жыл бұрын

Are you masking them or engraving them plain? What type of leather are you using? I’m using veg tan leather. I don’t usually have to do much more than a quick wipe of the surface.

DO YOU SEAL THEM WITH ANYTHING ?

@MakerExperiment

3 жыл бұрын

D-wood I didn’t on this one. They do make leather conditioners you can use.

What weight of leather do you usually use for hat patches?

@MakerExperiment

2 жыл бұрын

Usually about 3oz.

Ever try engraving then cutting

@MakerExperiment

Жыл бұрын

I have. Lately I usually engrave the whole sheet. Then cover it with masking and then cut it to make sure the surface has a nice finish.

What engraver/materials would you suggest to a beginner

@MakerExperiment

10 ай бұрын

It highly depends on your budget to be honest for the engraver. What’s your budget? As far as materials, if you want to use a laser the best leather is either leatherette designed for laser or vegetable tan leather.

I was told by other laser groups not to use pre-tanned leather, just raw leather.

@MakerExperiment

2 жыл бұрын

As far as I’m aware, one of the only laser safe leathers is vegetable tan leather.

What adhensive u use for back?

@MakerExperiment

7 ай бұрын

I didn’t add any, the client did. I believe they used lone star adhesive.

is there flare up on the backside or only front?

@MakerExperiment

3 жыл бұрын

MTROWE there’s a little bit these were attached to hats so the back didn’t matter. It’s not as bad as the front.

@texsurfer

3 жыл бұрын

@@MakerExperiment i was just curious if you could cut them from back adn flip to avoid adhesive residue issue.

@MakerExperiment

3 жыл бұрын

MTROWE there is really only residue if it’s engraved.

What thickness of leather do you use?

@MakerExperiment

3 жыл бұрын

It was 3-4oz leather.

engrave first then mask them cut works better

@MakerExperiment

2 жыл бұрын

That also works.

Is there a heat applied glue that can be purchased?

@MakerExperiment

3 жыл бұрын

I actually don’t know. I wish I did.

@dougwitten7455

3 жыл бұрын

@@MakerExperiment me too. I’d love to use my 360 iq hat press without having to pay for patches with the backing already on it.

@MakerExperiment

3 жыл бұрын

@@dougwitten7455 if I ever find one, I’ll do a video.

HI! How do i create that invisible border around my logo in adobe illustrator?

@MakerExperiment

Жыл бұрын

If you mean the cut line, you need to create an offset path of your design.

@user-nh5ne5go6c

Жыл бұрын

@@MakerExperiment Yes the cut line... can you direct me on how to create an offset path with a logo that is disconnected as the one in your video? Or direct me to any online resources that could help?

@MakerExperiment

Жыл бұрын

@@user-nh5ne5go6c you’ll have to take your logo and make a copy of it. Then copy and paste it directly on top of your artwork. You’ll have to join it all together with Union. Then I think it’s under effect you can choose offset and offset path. You may have to clean up a couple extra pieces but that should get you what you need. I’ll have to look at making a short about it.

Can you duplicate this? I need a patch duplicated

@MakerExperiment

9 ай бұрын

It depends on what you mean by that. I don’t duplicate other peoples designs to sell. I can however duplicate something that’s your own logo.

I bought a cheap laser and it just burned. Never came out this good

@MakerExperiment

3 жыл бұрын

It could be a settings you were using or a numbers of other things including the machine.

@Highsteel21

3 жыл бұрын

@@MakerExperiment I appreciate it. I returned it. I may look into branding. Your work is amazing.

@MakerExperiment

3 жыл бұрын

@@Highsteel21 thank you!

Nice vid. Please stop saying GO AHEAD!

@MakerExperiment

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the compliment. I’ll do what I can but feel free to see how hard it is to film yourself and not repeat something due to nerves or other reasons.