Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Learn five practical leatherworking shop tricks that can help you work more safely, choose the right tools, and get cleaner results. This tutorial is ideal for beginner and intermediate leathercrafters looking to improve everyday techniques in the workshop.

Chuck Dorsett covers replacement blades, edge beveler sizing, revolving punch adjustments, card slot punches, and other helpful tips that make leather projects more consistent and enjoyable.

Shop leather, tools and supplies: weaverleathersupply.com

Products Featured:
• Wooden Strap Cutter weaverleathersupply.com/products/wooden-strap-cutter
• Blades for Wooden Strap Cutter weaverleathersupply.com/products/replacement-blades-for-wooden-strap-cutter
• Skife Knife Replacement Blades weaverleathersupply.com/products/skife-knife-replacement-blades
• Lace Cutter weaverleathersupply.com/products/leather-lace-cutter
• Lace Cutter Replacement Blades weaverleathersupply.com/products/leather-lace-cutter-replacement-blades
• Master Tool Edge Beveler weaverleathersupply.com/products/master-tool-edge-beveler?_pos=1&_sid=93415e636&_ss=r
• Heavy Duty Revolving Head Punch weaverleathersupply.com/products/imported-revolving-head-punch
• Card Slot Punch weaverleathersupply.com/products/card-slot-punch?_pos=1&_sid=7c12ae2df&_ss=r

Chapters
00:00 Introduction

00:29 Wooden Strap Cutter Blade Tips

02:57 Lace Cutter Blade Differences

03:19 Choosing the Right Edge Beveler Size

05:44 Adjusting a Revolving Head Punch

07:11 Using a Card Slot Punch

08:40 Final Shop Tips and Wrap-Up