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I have a Chandler leather sewing machine for sale. It has had approx. 3 hours use, so it is like brand new. I bought it to sew dog leashes and collars and this is just too much machine for sewing 1" squares. I paid $1300.00 for the machine and am asking $900.00. Includes table, extra large bobbins, 4 large spools of thread, etc.. It would have to be local pick-up unless you want to pay $127.00 in freight charges (at least that is what I paid in addition to the $1300.00). I live in Illinois. You can view the machine at the Chandler website which I think is www.chandlermachineco.com .

Do you think you would be interested along with this other gal in getting together and sharing ideas, tips, etc.?

Are there any leatherworkers in east centralI llinois that might be interested in getting together to share ideas and help others learn the craft. I've been in the hobby for 14 months now and have yet to run across anyone from Champaign County or Vermilion County that does leatherworking. Needless to say, most of what I do or learn is self taught through books or DVD's. That's not all bad, but when you consider we have a active wood cat=rving community in this area, there has got to be some leatherworkers out there like me. If you are interested in advancing the art in this area, please let me know. Thanks, Todd McIntyre

Do you mind if I ask where you bought the glazed latigo?

Yes. I just didn't know if there was something that would shine it up a bit more. I have a tag made up explaining the leather qualities, but it is going to be hanging on racks next to cheaper dyed and polished leathers.

Ok I'll give it a try thank you!

By manually you mean hand operate it with the wheel when I get close to the end? Thanks

I am looking for a product that will give my Latigo leather a semi-gloss look to it. I don't want high gloss. I sell leashes and collars to mom and pop pet stores, kennels and groomers. The Latigo has the dull (flat) finish and I just wanted it to look nice on the racks. Of course, I dont want anything that will damage the leather or peel off and turn white. I tried atom balm and Super Sheen by Tandy and easn't real happy with the results. ANY help or advice would be appreciated.

I bought a sewing machine finally and it is working great. The problem I have is the operator. How do you know when to stop stitching? I cant see under the presser foot because I am sewing thick leather. All I am wanting to do is sew a square at the end of my dog leashes. I know this sounds stupid, but I have not sewed a "perfect " square in 30 leashes and have tryed tape, measuring, marking, etc. Is the an accessorie out there that I'm not aware of that will stop you from going over you perpendicular line? I've even chalked the outside but because of the tightness of the leatheer and the presser foot, that sisn't work. I just can't see where I'm at. Anybodies help is appreciated

Thanks Dink, Weaver requires a business license and I am currently a hobbyist with business aspirations. I have been selling to individuals who ask for items, but the profit line is low due to having to purchase retail. I have several businesses that are willing to sell my leashes and collars so I am going to have to get a license. One kennel I went to buys leather Amish leashes for resale, 6 ' x 5/8 for $5.00!! (must be using their own cows) Do you really save that much money dealing with Weaver as opposed to other retailers? How do you find good wholesalers to deal with? Thanks Todd

Thank You!!!

I am looking for swivel snaps for dog leashes, etc. They need to be heavy duty. The hard part I am finding is I want the bottom to be a rectangular shape not round. I need them in various sizes. Does anyone know of a good suplier of this type of snap. There are plenty of round bottom snaps out there, but I haven't seen a good selection of the rectangular snap. Thanks in advance for any help

Call Bob Kovar at Toledo Sewing Machine. I understand your frustration, it is almost identical to mine. If I could have lifted that machine it would have literally went out the window. Bob is very patient and can walk through problems in his sleep. He also deals with some really nice machines. Tell him Todd from Illinois told you to call. Good Luck

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