This is a good video , but I would like to mention that the best thread to sew thicker leather pieces is bonded to the core polyester ,because it does not stretch as much as nylon threads do and when you are sewing thick leather like vegetable tanned Leather (like you are sewing now)three is a tremendous friction between the thread and the leather piece and friction means heat and one of the reason your thread broke in the middle of the process because ,first you used nylon thread and it is very susceptible to heat and second , the size B92 thread you are using is a bit thin for such project ,there is a thread size that is only available at Advanced Leather Design Bond 1 thread that is +B92 (which does not exist in North American Thread size Chart)and it is slightly thicker than B92 and slightly thinner that B138 and it is specifically designed at Advanced Leather Design to see leather pieces like this,and always use Chiseled needles (it is also know as LR needles In the industry)it has chiseled like that is angled and it is designed for leather sewing and also you can use TIR needles which has an obelisk shape tip but these two needles give a different stitch appearances.There is also one more thing to mention is for sewing machines that have transport system ( where there are three parts in the sewing machine that push the leather piece forward ,1-the dog feed ,2-the walking foot,3-the needle and the needle bar )use a thicker thread for the top stitches and thinner for bobbin thread such as in this case +B92 for the top and regular B92 for the bobbin thread and also adjust the bobbin thread and top thread accordingly to get the best result.
Where do you get your leather from? I am just getting into leather making goods. I cut my leather with a big laser. I just wanted to know where you are getting you leather stock from. I do laser engraving on other materials as well. When starting out did you have patterns you followed? Say if you were to cut a wallet! Great video
Kudos for showing possible mistakes. That's especially helpful. As far as holding your thread for the first couple of stitches... it's also a good idea in general to make sure the thread take-up lever is at its highest position before starting to stitch.
Thanks for sharing your knowledge! I greatly appreciate you taking the time to make the video and leaving in the portion when the thread broke. This was a real teaching moment that was beneficial to myself and I’m sure many others. 👏👏👏
That tip about how to position the needle when you're getting ready to back stitch was a GODSEND! That was driving me nutso. Also really appreciate about the pressure foot leaving footprints, I'll mess with that and see if I can improve it. Thank you!
I'm not familiar with that sewing machine - but is there a thread cutter on that machine? If so, it might be on the back of the shank where you attach the presser foot - right behind that black screw. If you have one, you can hook your thread right on it and it should keep the tension for your first couple of stitches. It's just a little angled slot, if it has one. If not, sorry to bother.
I'm having trouble sewing the tip of an english point . I can't get the turn around to look neat using my Juki machine and have taken to stopping short on the straight away and saddle stitching the point. Any hints?? or could you do another great video on that technique? Thanks for all your helpful videos for those of us just getting started. Cheers!
That was really good information. Especially about the pressure foot on my sewing machine I tried to push the pressure is high as I could to make the leather go through and couldn't figure out why it wouldn't work very well now I'm going to go completely the other way and loosen up the pressure and hopefully I have better luck. Thank you for sharing
This was super helpful - thanks for making it! One question: are you using a long hole punch to get the holes on your strap so perfect? They look really clean, and I'd like to do something similar on some leather lash tabs. Thanks again.
Hello, first let me say that I find your post very informative and helpful to new leather workers like me. With that being said can I have your take on VEVOR Industrial Sewing Machine DDL8700 Lockstitch Sewing Machine with Servo Motor + Table Stand Commercial Grade Sewing Machine for Sewing Thank you
Thank you so much! I've a big walking foot machine that likes to leave marks in my leather, so much I turned to hand stitching........I will release presser foot pressure and see If I can source a smooth presser foot as well. Love your videos. I've learnt plenty. Bless y'all.
Thanks for your tips. Just getting started using our Sailrite LSZ-1. Need to order the leather presser foot so it will not jack up the leather. Ray, Oklahoma
3 questions if you please, what model is your juki ? What brand and model of servo motor are you using ? Did you make any changes to the upper tension assembly, beyond stock parts ? Thanks !
Hi, thanks for your video, I've a walking foot machine that likes to leave deep marks in my leather, if. If I put tensions screw up I have another problem - walking foot doesn't evenly spread the different thicknesses of the leather, for example in the folded coin pocket. Any idea how to avoid this problem? Thanks a lot!
I learnt how to thread the juki 1508NS. I have no idea why two bobbins. What’s the point ? Which should I use and when should I use direct spool feed. I tried to stich some thin leather. Not sure what happened. It all bunched up
I am new to sewing with a machine and every time I try to backstitch the top side looks great but the bottom side looks terrible. I’ve checked my tension and everything is fine for forward sewing but as soon as I go in reverse it bunches at the bottom. What am I doing wrong? I have a Sailrite sewing machine.
If i had a dollar for every time that hook failed me. I wouldn’t have that much. But for every minute of time i wasted before i noticed id be rich ahah
I don't understand how you started in one point and finished in other (not the starting point) and had the missing part already stitches. Did you backstitch that mush when nobody was looking?
If you are suffering from presser-foot marking, it may help to put a layer of masking tape on the leather, mark that up and sew through it. The stiching then weakens the tape and allows you to tear it away either side of the stitching. Finally clean up any gum from the tape with a quick acetone wipe (a makeup remover pad, perhaps). At an early point, he was using the edge groover backwards as a creaser. The other side is sharpened and actually removes a thin thread of leather, when used normally - I have seen a reference to a left-handed head, many moons ago - I think it failed because you can equally think of moving the leather against the tool as moving the tool along the leather - which allows the left-handed user to use the right-handed tool.
This one is the Juki 1508 but this isn’t the current one we would recommend because it doesn’t come set up for Leathercraft. Let me know if you are looking to purchase and I’ll let you know the current set up we have and we are loving.
Hi, thanks for that, very informative. I was particularly interested to se the speed reducer in action. I am interested in getting a machine that is able to sew heavier materials like leather. Are these machines also capable of doing lighter materials well?
I can’t tell you how much you cleared up for me with this video! Thank you! And thank you for taking the time to create it and teach us!! Very grateful!
Thanks so much! Very helpful!! Having trouble with thread breaking... Works great sewing duck, switch to suede and thread breaks right off... Trying different threads and feet!! Thanks again!
Was working with a JUKI LU563 but the slow speed didn’t create the torque I needed, nabbed a Singer 29K70 from the ‘40’s it’s a freaking dream with the treadle
I’m a beginner in making leather projects. Trying to make this as a hobby and at the same time make money out of it for my upcoming retirement. Looking forward to buy a heavy duty walking foot leather sewing machine. I guess consew 255 R is the best for me to buy. Please give me tips on what kind of machine is best for me and you might know where to buy. Thank you so much. I’ll keep watching your blog
This video was EXCELLENT! Exactly what I was looking for. I just purchased a cobra class 26, and while I am not new to sewing machines, I am new to leather machines. I have so many questions, and you answered quite a few. I will be looking for more of your videos. Thank you!
Looking for how to sew a raised ridge. I seen this looks like 2 straight stitches side by side with a raised ridge in the middle. If you look on the backside it looks like a cross stitch. How is this done? what is this stitch called? can't find any info anywhere on it..
This was a good video to start with. I'm not sure what machine to get but this video helped me understand some fundamentals. I'm sorta glad your thread broke while stitching because this allowed you to show how to recover the piece without tossing it and starting over.
I like that you even posted that issues do happen. Makes me feel ok. I am new to leather stitching and I have tones of issues. 😂 great video. Thanks for taking the time to make it.
Hi, I wanted to ask you about the spring I seen in your bobbin case, I bought the Juki 1508N new from a dealer in Texas and mine doesn't have this spring so, was wanting to find out if yours came with that spring and what purpose does it serve by having it? Should I call my dealer and find out why my machine is missing that spring, it seems to work just find without it, was just curious about your thoughts on this issue. Thank you so much. Tammy
Parker, wouldn't it make sense to remove completely broken thread and start the stitching from the scratch taking care of hitting the same holes? Nice vid a lot useful informations!
Great video mate. How about a video on how to correct mistakes or misfeed when sewing with machine, instead of redoing the whole stitch line. I haven’t found any practical informative video out there. Your videos are very clear and easy to understand.
How does a smooth presser foot keep enough friction to pull your piece through? My experience has been that too little friction cause the piece not to advance, therefore stitches immediately become uneven in length
Bout a year late but super helpful. I just got an industrial machine and having trouble getting the beginning stitches to look right. Pulling the thread helped.
I used a compass to mark the line. As it doesn‘t cut a line in the leather, we just tapped the thread gently down into the leather with a plastic-hammer and/or also by applying pressure on the thread with a folding bone.
Such an awesome video with a lot of information and I'm glad the thread broke in the middle of the video actually that taught me how to handle such a situation too. Thank you for your time and knowledge.
Hi there, it's actually a Juki 1508. and no, this one couldn't. You would need a harness stitcher like the Juki 441 or any of it's clones like the cobra class 3 (or 4) or the cowboy cb3200 (or 4500)
Thanks for a great, informative video. I liked seeing how you corrected for the thread break.
Thanks John!
This is a good video , but I would like to mention that the best thread to sew thicker leather pieces is bonded to the core polyester ,because it does not stretch as much as nylon threads do and when you are sewing thick leather like vegetable tanned Leather (like you are sewing now)three is a tremendous friction between the thread and the leather piece and friction means heat and one of the reason your thread broke in the middle of the process because ,first you used nylon thread and it is very susceptible to heat and second , the size B92 thread you are using is a bit thin for such project ,there is a thread size that is only available at Advanced Leather Design Bond 1 thread that is +B92 (which does not exist in North American Thread size Chart)and it is slightly thicker than B92 and slightly thinner that B138 and it is specifically designed at Advanced Leather Design to see leather pieces like this,and always use Chiseled needles (it is also know as LR needles In the industry)it has chiseled like that is angled and it is designed for leather sewing and also you can use TIR needles which has an obelisk shape tip but these two needles give a different stitch appearances.There is also one more thing to mention is for sewing machines that have transport system ( where there are three parts in the sewing machine that push the leather piece forward ,1-the dog feed ,2-the walking foot,3-the needle and the needle bar )use a thicker thread for the top stitches and thinner for bobbin thread such as in this case +B92 for the top and regular B92 for the bobbin thread and also adjust the bobbin thread and top thread accordingly to get the best result.
try to cover youre preserput with not that tick leather so there will be no footmarks,put some glue or adhesive on it so it will stick to cover it
Where do you get your leather from? I am just getting into leather making goods. I cut my leather with a big laser. I just wanted to know where you are getting you leather stock from. I do laser engraving on other materials as well. When starting out did you have patterns you followed? Say if you were to cut a wallet! Great video
what size and style needles do you use for your #92 thread? thanks for the tips!
Сильно перетянута верхняя нитка, потому и порвалась
That's Right! Teaching opportunity. I've learned a lot watching your videos. Thanks!😄
haha glad to hear it. Thanks Archie!
Kudos for showing possible mistakes. That's especially helpful. As far as holding your thread for the first couple of stitches... it's also a good idea in general to make sure the thread take-up lever is at its highest position before starting to stitch.
I found odd how americans like wearing hats indoors...
Thank you so much for all the great info! I know it’s time consuming to make videos - so thanks for doing this!! :0)
Thanks for sharing your knowledge! I greatly appreciate you taking the time to make the video and leaving in the portion when the thread broke. This was a real teaching moment that was beneficial to myself and I’m sure many others. 👏👏👏
Sorry, I didn't listen a word.
I was too busy to admire this amazing and perfect edge holy cow !
That tip about how to position the needle when you're getting ready to back stitch was a GODSEND! That was driving me nutso. Also really appreciate about the pressure foot leaving footprints, I'll mess with that and see if I can improve it. Thank you!
I'm not familiar with that sewing machine - but is there a thread cutter on that machine? If so, it might be on the back of the shank where you attach the presser foot - right behind that black screw. If you have one, you can hook your thread right on it and it should keep the tension for your first couple of stitches. It's just a little angled slot, if it has one. If not, sorry to bother.
Hello, what model machine do you use? also what foot do you find best?
I'm having trouble sewing the tip of an english point . I can't get the turn around to look neat using my Juki machine and have taken to stopping short on the straight away and saddle stitching the point. Any hints?? or could you do another great video on that technique? Thanks for all your helpful videos for those of us just getting started. Cheers!
Чувак с машинкой за Миллион учит как шить чуваков у которых машинки Aвроры другая Китайская херь))))
Thank for explaining the ending knot procedure. The Sailrite videos don’t explain that. Thank you
Thank you for pointing out the timing for making a 90 degree turn. Took me forever to figure out that sweet spot.
What is the type and size of needle that is used here?
That was really good information. Especially about the pressure foot on my sewing machine I tried to push the pressure is high as I could to make the leather go through and couldn't figure out why it wouldn't work very well now I'm going to go completely the other way and loosen up the pressure and hopefully I have better luck. Thank you for sharing
I am going to have to get one of those edgers now. Thanks for the tips.
It's a good tool to have!
This was super helpful - thanks for making it! One question: are you using a long hole punch to get the holes on your strap so perfect? They look really clean, and I'd like to do something similar on some leather lash tabs. Thanks again.
Anyone know which thread is best to use with SINGER HD 4452?
Hello, first let me say that I find your post very informative and helpful to new leather workers like me.
With that being said can I have your take on VEVOR Industrial Sewing Machine DDL8700 Lockstitch Sewing Machine with Servo Motor + Table Stand Commercial Grade Sewing Machine for Sewing
Thank you
Thank you so much! I've a big walking foot machine that likes to leave marks in my leather, so much I turned to hand stitching........I will release presser foot pressure and see If I can source a smooth presser foot as well. Love your videos. I've learnt plenty. Bless y'all.
Thanks for your tips. Just getting started using our Sailrite LSZ-1. Need to order the leather presser foot so it will not jack up the leather. Ray, Oklahoma
Very nice video👍... Can u pl tell me which juki machine u r useing....
3 questions if you please, what model is your juki ? What brand and model of servo motor are you using ? Did you make any changes to the upper tension assembly, beyond stock parts ? Thanks !
Hi, thanks for your video, I've a walking foot machine that likes to leave deep marks in my leather, if. If I put tensions screw up I have another problem - walking foot doesn't evenly spread the different thicknesses of the leather, for example in the folded coin pocket. Any idea how to avoid this problem? Thanks a lot!
The aftermarket wheel you mention for slowing down the machine, where is that from? Can you send a link pls.? Thanks
I learnt how to thread the juki 1508NS. I have no idea why two bobbins. What’s the point ? Which should I use and when should I use direct spool feed. I tried to stich some thin leather. Not sure what happened. It all bunched up
hi there . Love your videos ! Whats your recommendation on an 'entry level' leather sewing machine. One that won't break the bank . :)
I am new to sewing with a machine and every time I try to backstitch the top side looks great but the bottom side looks terrible. I’ve checked my tension and everything is fine for forward sewing but as soon as I go in reverse it bunches at the bottom. What am I doing wrong?
I have a Sailrite sewing machine.
If i had a dollar for every time that hook failed me. I wouldn’t have that much. But for every minute of time i wasted before i noticed id be rich ahah
Just got my machine and thanks for the tipssss
I don't understand how you started in one point and finished in other (not the starting point) and had the missing part already stitches. Did you backstitch that mush when nobody was looking?
If you are suffering from presser-foot marking, it may help to put a layer of masking tape on the leather, mark that up and sew through it. The stiching then weakens the tape and allows you to tear it away either side of the stitching. Finally clean up any gum from the tape with a quick acetone wipe (a makeup remover pad, perhaps).
At an early point, he was using the edge groover backwards as a creaser. The other side is sharpened and actually removes a thin thread of leather, when used normally - I have seen a reference to a left-handed head, many moons ago - I think it failed because you can equally think of moving the leather against the tool as moving the tool along the leather - which allows the left-handed user to use the right-handed tool.
Hey bud, is your piece glued before you stitch
Super helpful. Learning how to adjust the presser foot tension was worth watching the whole thing. I appreciate you sharing your knowledge.
Whats the model number of this machine e.
Cómo yo puedo comprar una máquina de esa
Thank you for that, great video
Thanks for the video, I'm still learning to use my new machine, and this really helps
did you use leather specialized needle?
I've got better experience from ur tutorial....thnx a lot
What’s model of juki?
Golden opportunity to make your video stand out with that accident! So glad you took advantage of that! Now I know what to do if that happens to me 😁
8:07 thought I was hallucinating :)
Mac, it's called the peyote stitch!😇
Thank you so much for the video
What Juki model are you using?
This one is the Juki 1508 but this isn’t the current one we would recommend because it doesn’t come set up for Leathercraft.
Let me know if you are looking to purchase and I’ll let you know the current set up we have and we are loving.
Thank you. Yes, I'm looking to purchase an industrial for mainly leather bags. What do you recommend?
Lots of good info. Thank you!
Thanks for correcting and restarting for us new leather sewing people.
Hi, thanks for that, very informative. I was particularly interested to se the speed reducer in action. I am interested in getting a machine that is able to sew heavier materials like leather. Are these machines also capable of doing lighter materials well?
Is the foot you are using a zipper foot?
whoa. this video feels old :)
Please make me to work with you
I can’t tell you how much you cleared up for me with this video! Thank you! And thank you for taking the time to create it and teach us!! Very grateful!
Amazing tips my friend; many thanks for share.
How thick is this leather ?
Thanks so much! Very helpful!! Having trouble with thread breaking... Works great sewing duck, switch to suede and thread breaks right off... Trying different threads and feet!! Thanks again!
Look for sewing machines, gloves of the pure leather type, and machines for sewing leather clothes
Was working with a JUKI LU563 but the slow speed didn’t create the torque I needed, nabbed a Singer 29K70 from the ‘40’s it’s a freaking dream with the treadle
Quick question… what was the needle size and description of the point ???? Sharp versus rounded, etc.
Thanks !! Nice stuff !!
Great video! Recovering from the SNAFU was the best part! Thanks for sharing your experience with us!
Agreed. Working through the issue out loud was very helpful and informative.
I’m a beginner in making leather projects. Trying to make this as a hobby and at the same time make money out of it for my upcoming retirement. Looking forward to buy a heavy duty walking foot leather sewing machine. I guess consew 255 R is the best for me to buy.
Please give me tips on what kind of machine is best for me and you might know where to buy.
Thank you so much. I’ll keep watching your blog
I really liked that machine, where can I buy it?
Greetings from Nayarit, Mexico
I want a Speed Reducer...
thank you bro....always love to learn from you some tips and technique of doing leather craft..greetings from Indonesia
Thank you so much. Just got my Industrial Walking foot slowed down enough so i can now learn. This was a very instructional video.
This video was EXCELLENT! Exactly what I was looking for. I just purchased a cobra class 26, and while I am not new to sewing machines, I am new to leather machines. I have so many questions, and you answered quite a few. I will be looking for more of your videos. Thank you!
Is the thread waxed ?
Looking for how to sew a raised ridge. I seen this looks like 2 straight stitches side by side with a raised ridge in the middle. If you look on the backside it looks like a cross stitch. How is this done? what is this stitch called? can't find any info anywhere on it..
This was a good video to start with. I'm not sure what machine to get but this video helped me understand some fundamentals. I'm sorta glad your thread broke while stitching because this allowed you to show how to recover the piece without tossing it and starting over.
hi, could you help me pls...what kind of thread would you use for watches? thx!
I like that you even posted that issues do happen. Makes me feel ok. I am new to leather stitching and I have tones of issues. 😂 great video. Thanks for taking the time to make it.
Kudos to you. I really enjoy your informative vids. I'm learning a lot from your choice of topic. Thank you again.
That was very nice of you to take your time and give us some good tips thank you I really appreciate it God bless you brother
Awesome video! I know nothing about sewing leather and this was very informative! Will Subscribe for sure!
Great info Parker. I’m with you on the lighter thread. Looks classy. Any specific reason you prefer bonded nylon vs bonded polyester thread?
Thanks for the info! I’m going to be brave and unbox my machine, I’ve had for 5-8 years
Thanks for your videos, greetings from mexico, what model is your juki sewing machine?
Nice video, I'm considering buying one of those someday. Just wondering, what's the minimum stiches lenght?
Hi, I wanted to ask you about the spring I seen in your bobbin case, I bought the Juki 1508N new from a dealer in Texas and mine doesn't have this spring so, was wanting to find out if yours came with that spring and what purpose does it serve by having it? Should I call my dealer and find out why my machine is missing that spring, it seems to work just find without it, was just curious about your thoughts on this issue. Thank you so much. Tammy
Can a 226 consew sew 7/8 leather with 2/3 lining ...thank you
Anybody know where I can get a presser foot like Parker has?
Hey great video! Where did you purchase the "non-marring" presser foot from? Thanks.
Very useful video for a beginner. Thank you so much...
Great video
Parker, wouldn't it make sense to remove completely broken thread and start the stitching from the scratch taking care of hitting the same holes? Nice vid a lot useful informations!
Thank you
Great video mate. How about a video on how to correct mistakes or misfeed when sewing with machine, instead of redoing the whole stitch line. I haven’t found any practical informative video out there. Your videos are very clear and easy to understand.
Hi there, where did you buy the pressure foot without the teeth on it? i have a Juki 1541 . thanks in advance.
44S heavy duty
How does a smooth presser foot keep enough friction to pull your piece through? My experience has been that too little friction cause the piece not to advance, therefore stitches immediately become uneven in length
What is number of neadel your sewingmachine ???
Bout a year late but super helpful. I just got an industrial machine and having trouble getting the beginning stitches to look right. Pulling the thread helped.
I used a compass to mark the line. As it doesn‘t cut a line in the leather, we just tapped the thread gently down into the leather with a plastic-hammer and/or also by applying pressure on the thread with a folding bone.
Such an awesome video with a lot of information and I'm glad the thread broke in the middle of the video actually that taught me how to handle such a situation too. Thank you for your time and knowledge.
Hello sir, I have a question. I’m assuming your machine is a juki ddl-5550, would your machine be able to handle 9-13mm thick leather do you think?
Hi there, it's actually a Juki 1508. and no, this one couldn't. You would need a harness stitcher like the Juki 441 or any of it's clones like the cobra class 3 (or 4) or the cowboy cb3200 (or 4500)
@@whitandpark thanks for the info and taking the time to respond. you are a true craftsman.