Making the FANTASY LAPTOP CASE I Always Wanted!
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The pattern for this case will be available for all our Patrons and TH-cam members!
MATERIALS:
- 3 mm & 2 mm vegetable tanned leather
- Waxed linen thread: bit.ly/2O9ZFJb
- Silver double cap rivets
- 15 mm silver snap buttons
- Large silver ornated buckle
- Leather stain, "Extra Black
"
- Fiebings leather dye in "Light Blue"
- Angus silver leather paint
- GlassCast epoxy
- 10 cm diameter silicone sphere mould
- Quick drying epoxy glue
- Contact glue
- EVA foam, 10 mm + black felt fabric
TOOLS:
- Basic leather crafting kit: bit.ly/2x2SpXY
- Leather stitching kit: bit.ly/2N7T1Xq
- Awl: bit.ly/2O7o2qH
- Swivel knife: bit.ly/2oWPBIg
- Leather hole punch: bit.ly/2N46uPN
- Leather cap rivet set: bit.ly/2x2faMt
- Mallet: bit.ly/2O7vBhh
- Burnishing tool
/ burnishing drill bit
- Needles for leatherworking
- Scissors & x-acto knife
- Wax for leather
- Acrylic sealant for silver paint
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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
"Ey Waw-nt Tha-yut"
@northern_lights - hey, don't stop just because you don't have the skills!
I've developed new skills completely on the fly because I wanted to make something, but had never done it before, lol! (thank you Google!
Mines “i want it, oh I’m broke..:make it”
Mango Jelly that’s a good one too
But i couldn't even afford the things needed
imagine going into a business meeting and pulling your computer out of THAT, what a total power move
😀😁😂 A totally bad ass move. I have a really good visual imagination & the image that flashed into my head after reading your comment was hilariously epic. So, thanks muchly for that.
"I hunted the dragon down myself, and stitched is wretched skin into this laptop case."
That would be amazing.
« a total power move ,the victory is... »
I feel powerful as i click the like button and be the 1k liker
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 made your likes 420 😊 but yes I wish I knew these people in life but they are far cooler than me!
That's my definition of a nerd: A person who is truly enthusiastic about something they love, regardless of whether it's 'cool.' My favorite kind of people 😁❤💛💚💙💜
@@victoriaeads6126 it's been a long time since nerd has been considered an insult. I'm sure people still intend it as one but nerds and geeks alike decided we like the term.
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.
Yes! A stitching pony is so worth it! I bet she could make one super easily!
Recommended the same thing. English point belt end punches or half round corner punches make scales happen quickly. Still a lot of beveling but that's our curse
current mood: being a broke-ass teenager without skills
do not put your self down :) you watched this so you do have an imagination use it to your advantage being broke arse just means you have to do it with no money ?
that does not stop you just make things with what you can find ;)
Same, hope we can both fix that!
Funny enough, the day after I watched this, I made a spaulder using old hats and sewed them together.
Makes ya feel any better im 28 in the same fucking boat lmao
Ansley Stricklin I’m a broke ass adult with no skills
*I even colored coded everything, I feel like such a nerd*
Me: well...... That's the whole point NerdFordge 😁😂
I want this bag in purple, gold and black with a green dragon's eye!
Soo Much this!!! Would kill for a purple and gold version!!
Oooh yes! I'd want the gold very yellow (my top 3 colours) or maybe switch the gold for copper, with both shiny & tarnished, my favorite metal.
We always need them villain colors
@@ant9435 forest or hunter green with a bronze leaning gold perhaps?
That would be awesome
Just watched TH-cam 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!
This is absolutely Beautiful! The only thing I would add to it, would be to put a fur lining on the inside of the larger pocket where the laptop goes. You guys seriously do such a spectacular job on everything you do ❤
I was really disappointed that they didn't have a DIY Craft and Skill part of it....like wtf? Just a bunch of mainstream stuff....yet again, they failed. It still has WAY more dislikes than likes lol. Anyways, this is awesome. If I saw this on a shelf for sale I would leap for it right away haha.
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.
I can know what color brand you use to paint
Why not try holster handbags? I'm having a go at these myself and after watching this video, I thin kit would be right up your ally as well :D
*(plus the laptop bag looks so epic, well done! :D)*
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
2:05 so this is what the famous scandinavian “chjöp chjöp” sounds like
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 »
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.
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.
How do you think a foam craft roller would do?
Or even a (new) kitchen sponge?
Dyeing isn't something I've had a lot of experience with, as I usually just oil the piece and that's it.
What do you reckon?
@@TheMurlocKeeper the problem with sponges is they absorb a lot of dye, so you would end up with way more dye in the sponge then needed to dye your leather and end up wasting it as you wouldn't want to ring it out and put it back in with your clean dye. I'm not sure about the craft roller as I haven't used them before. You could run into the same problem as the sponge but as I said I haven't used them before so I don't know what they are made out of. The one thing that I found that works great is using a rubber sanding block and folding a paper towel a couple times and placing the ends into the groves on the block. This holds the towel in place and gives you plenty of room so you have less chance to get the dye on your hands, also I recommend using rubber gloves whenever you use dye or you will have coloured hands for days.
Hope this helps.
How do u fully dry it? W a hairdryer? Lmao I have no experience, don't mind
@@moronbuns665 you let it sit for 24 hours depending on the thickness and how saturated you make it. Using a hairdryer of anything like that will make it start to crack.
@@seangere9698 thanks a lot! Hope I didn't bother
I was literally about to be like “it looks like the eye of Sauron” when you said it 😅
it's the all seeing eye on the back of the dollar bill
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.
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.
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!
A leather lunchbox in that armor theme would look amazing!
"Go away Christmas gate keepers, nobody likes you!"
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.
Overcomplicate things? You? Never. . . :D
Awesome case, and that fireplace is epic! I'm jealous.
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!
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 ✉️❤️
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.
HOLY CHEESE! Lady, you’re a visionary! Where did you go to school? Because I bet it makes SCAD look like a playground
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.
This leather crafter would love to see more Nerdforge leather projects .
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!
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.
I hope the shinyness of the eye remains over time. Is be slightly afraid of it getting scratched up. It looks soooooo cool!!
I love how you're editing your videos lately
Martina: It's probably going to be tedious, but I. don't. care. *smiles*
Martina 2 seconds later: *get's rid of the sounds and puts in dramatic music to cut out her howls of depression and regret*
It looks amazing though - definitely worth it
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.
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.
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
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!
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.
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.
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
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!
The bag looks so cool! I would totally buy one if you'd sell these. Awesome work, keep it up.
Awesome! That black stripe on the silver made a huge difference! Kudos on the channel.
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. ;-)
Before the commodore 64, TRS-80,or ZX-81?
A tip I learned from another maker for making scales. Get a half round punch(whatever size you want) or even up to a belt end punch and then LIGHTLY strike it on the face of your project. I used this tactic to make a dragon scale frog for my son's toy sword
Mmm,
a FEW skills
That is a under statement
Thank you for being unapologetically nerd-y. You are inspiring me to be more like that
Beautiful work, girl! Really nice! 😃
But remember: painter's tape is always your friend. 😊
I love your excitement! Plus, the case looks awesome! Also, it never has to be Christmas to wear R2-D2!
Not sure why you were in my recommendations, but for once TH-cam did something right. I'm -so- freaking following you!
this looks quite amazing. The choice of adding the black to the silver was worth it.
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!
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.
Technically, yes, you can mix up different leather types. There's no hard and fast rule here, lol!
The "soft" leather you refer to is called chrome leather, because of the way it is tanned. It makes for a very soft, supple leather. However, it usually comes pre-coloured, and cannot be shaped or stamped in any way like what was shown in this vid. (unless it is done in the factory first, then it can have other fancy textures and colours applied to it)
That stuff is made from something called veg-tanned leather. It comes quite stiff, but as you can see, it can be wet moulded, and will readily take a dye well, as it hasn't really been finished with anything, so it's very porous.
Does this info help?
I'm such a crafting nerd sometimes...sorry. :P
Ok, but I NEED to know where you got that Christmas sweater.
Your videos is currently the only videos i watching on TH-cam.... your carts is truly amazing and right up my ally. I need to say you are very talented.
16:15 The final result is just amazing
I would have loved this in dark brown with brass details. Still amaxing leatherwork and design, love it.
I look at the case and all my mind is screaming at me is "FOR THE ALLIANCE!"
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.
I can't find another word than "amazing" 😁 you're so talented, and your projects are freaking awesome! 🖤
You are so talented, its unreal. This isn't my style, but you blow me away with everything you stick your hand in.
4:28 Who else guessed dragon eye before the reveal of what the center black dot was going to be ?!!
you know what wouldve made it much better? (dont get me wrong, it looks freaking amazing) if the eye was animated to look around randomly, and maybe even blink or something
Yup, my first thought was “that’s Sauron’s Eye...cool”
Now I somewhat hope you will one day feel the urge to make bags/satchels/backpacks for a full adventurer party - mage, warrior, rogue, warlock, archer, paladin, priest, druid, whatever and as many as you fancy. Matching details because it's a party, like an emblem or a trinket. That would be so exciting to watch, even though it would be A LOT of work and would probably result in another series like the elemental tomes.
Still, I'm hoping for it. :3
So... PRETTY!
Also wondering will a Tome of Water be made to complete to elements set?
Definitely 😊
I'd use this for a Book of Shadows case, very cool !
Your nerdom makes me happy lol
Stumbled upon you while diving into the rabbit hole of resin projects. I am so happy to have found you! Nerdforge is fantastic!!
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! 🖤🖤🖤
i can just imagine her walking into a coffee shop and pulling out her badass laptop case and is just sitting causally at a table
That was incredible! Make ALL your dreams come true! Your projects always inspire me, thank you for sharing them with us
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).
It would be a great prop in series with highschoolers in a world with dragons 😍
Box stitching? Wow, that is ambitious! I've been doing leatherwork for 7 years and still haven't tried that. Well done!
There's a moment where Martina say "Oh I feel like such a nerd" or something like that
I'm laughing
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!
Im lagit hooked on this channel.
Please share more of your work with leather! It's really unique and inspiring.
"a moment to appreciate all our pigeons [...]"
I heard that and then the cc confirmed it
I'm sooooo late commenting but, Martina, YES DO MORE LEATHER!!! I used to make kilts for men out of leather so I know how hard yet, satisfying the work can be.
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😂
There's a lot of tutorials on how to sew leather, I'm not going to mention channel names on here, but you can do some searching. Also depending on your country, finding leather suppliers isn't massively difficult.
TheMariusDarkwolf that is true. Thank you😊
@@tildediane910 you're quite welcome. I've been getting into leatherwork and bookbinding because of these videos
She could honestly post videos with the entire run time and I would watch them.
@@luminariel3765 - so...like 2-3 days? lol!
Because that's generally how long it takes to make anything like this....and that's if you really push it. (because you can't speed up drying times)
Usually though, while having a life in between, it takes much longer, like maybe a week..if you're keen. :P
As a maker of things myself over the years, I know how long it can take to make the simplest of things. Even sewing up a pillowcase takes a crazy amount of time. People have no idea!
Hardcore leatherworking of this magnitude? This'd personally take me a full month...on and off.
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.
The color scheme reminds me of Full Metal Alchemist.
And I love it
One time I was working at an intensely boring office job so I took a picture of Sauron and Photoshopped it into Sauron's less evil cousin Clarence. I changed the colors from orange and yellow to green and aqua and made the tower of Barad-Dur pale grey with flowers.
"I feel like such a nerd"
Same😂
Its a real pleasure seeing somebody enjoy their work so much! Great result as well.
Looks great! want more leather!
Og på Norsk, dritbra jobb! Jeg er nå veldig misunnelig! :P
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
This screams ready to do battle and to...
Wage war but first take out your laptop! 💻
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!
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.
I'd love to see you make some armor for cosplay or something that Hansi could also make light up. Your creations are so cool. Can't wait to see what you do next.
9:44
I love the fact she's holding her cat while painting
I think your laptop bag is fucking amazing!! I’d love to see you do more leatherworking.
Currently I am an aspiring leatherworker, and seeing you make tomes with leather, and now this bag just inspires me so much. Thank you, for putting time and effort into creating all your videos and projects.
Your Traveler’s Notebook that you made from leather boots is the video that got me into book binding and leatherworking.
Please do more leatherworking. It is awesome how you show this, and seeing the too much silver part I agree on that. Doing the black strip makes it more authentic with how clan symbols can look.
i’ve been so excited for this video and i was absolutely NOT disappointed at all!