Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Dyeing leather doesn’t have to be messy, expensive, or intimidating. In this Leather Element episode, Chuck Dorsett from Weaver Leather Supply walks through a clean, simple, and highly consistent method for dyeing leather using inexpensive tools you may already have in your shop.
You’ll learn how to properly protect your work surface, choose the right applicators, dip dye leather for even color penetration, hang projects for faster drying, and clean up efficiently without wasting dye. Whether you’re dyeing a small key fob or a full strap or panel, this method helps eliminate streaks, pooling, and unnecessary mess.
If you’ve been hesitant to start dyeing leather, or want more consistent results, this step-by-step approach will open up new creative possibilities with dyes, antiques, paints, and finishes.
Products
Fiebing's Pro Dye, Quart weaverleathersupply.com/products/fiebings-pro-dye-quart
Wool Daubers weaverleathersupply.com/products/wool-daubers-bundle-of-12
Dressing Sponge weaverleathersupply.com/products/dressing-sponge-1-h-x-6-l-x-4-w
00:00 – Intro: Dyeing Leather Doesn’t Have to Be Messy
00:33 – Protecting Your Work Surface
01:31 – Gloves & Personal Protection Tips
01:48 – Dip Dyeing vs. Hand Application
02:07 – Using Wool Daubers & Sponges
02:36 – Wire Hooks for Dyeing & Drying
03:52 – Dyeing Leather Pieces Without Holes
04:15 – Dye Volume, Containers & Pouring Tips
05:38 – Cleanup & Storing Leather Dye
07:47 – Final Results & Creative Takeaways
Dyeing leather doesn’t have to be messy, expensive, or intimidating. In this Leather Element episode, Chuck Dorsett from Weaver Leather Supply walks through a clean, simple, and highly consistent method for dyeing leather using inexpensive tools you may already have in your shop.
You’ll learn how to properly protect your work surface, choose the right applicators, dip dye leather for even color penetration, hang projects for faster drying, and clean up efficiently without wasting dye. Whether you’re dyeing a small key fob or a full strap or panel, this method helps eliminate streaks, pooling, and unnecessary mess.
If you’ve been hesitant to start dyeing leather, or want more consistent results, this step-by-step approach will open up new creative possibilities with dyes, antiques, paints, and finishes.
Products
Fiebing's Pro Dye, Quart weaverleathersupply.com/products/fiebings-pro-dye-quart
Wool Daubers weaverleathersupply.com/products/wool-daubers-bundle-of-12
Dressing Sponge weaverleathersupply.com/products/dressing-sponge-1-h-x-6-l-x-4-w
00:00 – Intro: Dyeing Leather Doesn’t Have to Be Messy
00:33 – Protecting Your Work Surface
01:31 – Gloves & Personal Protection Tips
01:48 – Dip Dyeing vs. Hand Application
02:07 – Using Wool Daubers & Sponges
02:36 – Wire Hooks for Dyeing & Drying
03:52 – Dyeing Leather Pieces Without Holes
04:15 – Dye Volume, Containers & Pouring Tips
05:38 – Cleanup & Storing Leather Dye
07:47 – Final Results & Creative Takeaways
