Has anyone any tips for sewing with leather? I picked up 4 pieces yesterday and am going to try and make a bag. I got it from Fabworks in Dewsbury, they sell it at £10 per kg which I thought was a good price. They also sell bigger pieces at £12/kg. This shop is amazing and well worth a visit if you’re not too far away.
I’ve bought some leather needles, well not leather, but you know what I mean!
I need a foot for my machine and am wondering whether to buy a roller one or an ultra guide one.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
T H I M B E R L I N A 
No advice for sewing with leather, I’m afraid, but have to concur with the fabworks love! I could spend hours in there.
I can’t believe I’ve only just found that place! I asked if they had a cafe, but not yet tho it’s in the pipeline. Am going to take a packed lunch next time I go!
Try this …
http://nicolemdesign.blogspot.com.au/2010/07/how-to-sew-leather-few-tips.html?m=1
And this blog did a lot of posting about leather…
http://fivemuses.blogspot.com.au/2012/06/sewing-on-leather-stitching-and-seams.html?m=1
And I’d check Artisan Square.
Good luck!
Thànks, I’ve had a look at them and they’ve been a great help, thanks 😃
Don’t use pins and make sure you get your seams right in the first attempt because any holes made with pins or a needle will remain visible. Good luck!
Thank you, I can’t start making anything until Monday – my sisters getting me a new foot for my birthday! …Excited!!
Those are the best gifts!
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