Here is my SVG for Lightburn here for $2.20 for those that just want it done: www.etsy.com/listing/1516050836/lightburn-ready-svg-front-pocket-leather

I really love your videos and presentation style. Keep the videos coming!

Great videos. You said you would make this and you delivered! I really appreciate this. You are a good teacher.

@ValleyForged

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment. It makes it all worth it!!

Wow thank you for taking the time to show us your process and specially your enthusiasm!!! hola from Puerto Rico! benjamin

Just got a lazer and this is a godsent video for me! Thank you.

This video is excellent, very informative! Thanks so much.

I bought the pattern from your Etsy shop and made the wallet yesterday. It turned out great! And I already have a potential customer for Father's Day coming up. 😁

Great video pal! I too have a lm3 and a frequent flyer of buckleguy! This video definitely will help me take the leap in leather crafting on my laser! Thanks again brother!

@ValleyForged

Жыл бұрын

Love to hear how it goes. I have so much to learn! Thanks for the comment Joe

Thank you, a lot of valuable content.

Just purchased your SVG for Lightburn from your Etsy shop. Looking forward to trying this out!! Thank You for making this available!! 🙂

@ValleyForged

7 ай бұрын

If you make one, post the pic on ETSY. Love to see how these turn out. :) Thanks!

Great video, I also started making some wallets a few years back for family and friend and its very therapeutic like you said, I really enjoy it. I may have to look into the laser machine, that is a game changer. The family is not so happy when I start punching the stitching holes.

Awesome! Thank you!

Just subscribed to your channel. Great work i will be following you and looking for more videos. Once again, great work.

@ValleyForged

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Let me know what you are interested in.

very cool thanks for sharing

Superb bro 👌

Nice vids, by the way.

Very pleasant video. Informative. Try to rearrange the camera. Thank you

The wallet looks great! Thanks for the video! I like your glue applicator. Question: do you get bad fumes from laser cutting the craft foam? It’s a great idea for prototypes.

@ValleyForged

2 ай бұрын

The craft foam does not seem to create very much fumes. Of course I have a good vent system as well. Thanks for the kind words.

Danke!

@ValleyForged

5 ай бұрын

Thanks! :)

Cool channel! What size thread did you use or what size have you found works best for this wallet?

@ValleyForged

Жыл бұрын

Getting the thread and hole size / spacing right is def a trick. This size and spacing of this wallet is very masculine. Also, tiger thread is flat so looks larger than other threads. Mine are .8mm.

Nice video !!!! Just got an xtool 20w how can I clean the char after I burned a logo on leather .. seem to keep on staining the leather 🥲🥲

@ValleyForged

Жыл бұрын

First, make sure you are using THE BEST setting to get the lowest char. Use air to blow it off, don't use air assist. You could mask the area you do engraving as well. I don't get any char, but I use already dyed leather which may help. I suppose you could also pre-seal that area with some protection. Hope one or many of the above helps :)

I am about to begin making leather products. Can you please give me a list on links to the products you use.

When using any leather glue you need to apply it to both sides that you are gluing. I personally have been using the same glue you're using for 2 years. It needs to set and look more clear before connecting the pieces.

Your telling all my secrets

@ValleyForged

4 ай бұрын

Did I miss any? lol

Does wetting veg tanned leather help with charring? I have a Atomstack A5, 5.5 watt and have to run 200/ 100% and 3 passes to cut all the way thru 4-5 oz leather.

@ValleyForged

8 ай бұрын

Eek! I feel for you. I have not tried to wet it with a diode, only Co2. Do some testing on a scrap and see if there is a difference. It may also alter the cutting ability.

Hi, do you recommend diode laser 90w for cutting leather? I want to get one to cut synthetic leather.

@ValleyForged

Жыл бұрын

I don't know of a 90w diode laser. I have never cut synthetic leather as it is full of chemicals. I know some people do it, but I won't be much help, sorry.

How are you copying the stitch holes to each layer to line up. I cannot get the "mirror across line" feature in LightBurn to work, to mirror stitch lines from a top half to a bottom half. Since some of the holes may need minor adjustment for spacing, its obviously critical to get those holes lines up for each layer. ???

@ValleyForged

10 ай бұрын

I put the pocket layer (with no holes) on top of the main layer and just copied the holes. I hope that makes sense. I appreciate the comment and will add this step in my next leather video.

Diode lazer watt ?

Have you had many Laser Engravers or did you just get one. What laser engraver do you have right now, and which laser engraver would you suggest.

@ValleyForged

4 ай бұрын

You should watch my newer videos. I just made one on the best and worst. I have had many many lasers.

Can you cut with d1 pro laser cut bright leather and not masking it?

@ValleyForged

7 күн бұрын

Of course it depends on the leather, thickness, etc...but yes, you just need to get your settings right.

So how does leather cut on the Monport?

@ValleyForged

Жыл бұрын

I will have to try it at some point. I am sure it works fine, but I have it so dialed in on the LM3...and for my setup the Monport is just so much more difficult. Mine are outside, so the enclosure actually makes things harder in my case. I have a unique setup.

just curious, I know your diode is higher than 5watt, but what are your number of passes to actually cut the leather?

@ValleyForged

5 ай бұрын

It all depends on the thickness of the leather, power settings, is it veg tanned (for sure)? For 3mm leather, you should be able to do it in one pass even with a 5w diode laser. Testing is everything

what basic tools does a person need for making small things like wallets n stuff like that?

@ValleyForged

Жыл бұрын

I thought I went over that in the video. But I would say just start (even if just in your head). Go through the process, and when you need something, get it. That should save you $100 at least, lol.

@mcclarnon1974

Жыл бұрын

@ValleyForged thank u!

This work with an xtool 10 w?

@ValleyForged

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely!

Everyone says the holes will be black. Have you run into that?

@ValleyForged

10 ай бұрын

Settings are everything. Also, since I am using pretty thin leather, it may help

Does it work with Xtool creative space?

@ValleyForged

7 ай бұрын

It is an SVG, so it will work. I just can't verify as I do not have one.

what watt is your Diode Laser? i just bought a 5.5w one and idk if its strong enough for leather work?

@ValleyForged

Жыл бұрын

It is :). Just get your setting right depending on thickness

@JayzStudio

Жыл бұрын

@@ValleyForged awesome thanks for the reply I’m just really engraving so should be perfect hahah

What thickness of thread do you use

@ValleyForged

4 ай бұрын

.8mm for the mens, .6mm for the ladies

@user-hc4bg5tj7y

4 ай бұрын

Thank you.

Curious what you charge for a wallet like that?

@ValleyForged

2 ай бұрын

$65-$80

@bretoner2

2 ай бұрын

@@ValleyForged thank you. Would makenit worth it then

@ValleyForged

2 ай бұрын

@@bretoner2Well, just because that is what I charge, does not mean that is what they are worth. But I agree, unless you just love doing it, it is probably not the most profitable thing. I just really love doing it.

If I were to buy your SVG, and than make the wallet could I sell It to other people.

@ValleyForged

4 ай бұрын

Of course, I would encourage that. Hope to see what you do!

@user-hc4bg5tj7y

4 ай бұрын

Thank you that's amazing.

HOW DO YOU CLEAN THE LETER

@ValleyForged

Жыл бұрын

I have many leather cleaning products, but it is best for it never to get dirty. If your laser and bed are clean, the leather will not be dirty (with the right settings). Settings are the key

You're paying over $20 a square for 3oz vegtan? Tandy leather 12-15 square side $80, less than $7 per square

@ValleyForged

7 ай бұрын

I actually own both. I also have a full hide of Montana ($150). It just depends on what you want to work with. You do you :)