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Thank you Wiz. saving this in a file! Needles? Would I use needles that the thread fits as described by Singermania typically? I do appreciate the help.

Thank you Bob! this helps. I hope to order in the next month.

I'm hoping to get a sewing machine in the next month or so(I hope I can get the CB3200). I have been hand sewing till now using basically just a few thread sizes I got from the local Tandy. I see the chart Wiz had which I've copied. Is there any reference or guide to go by on what thread to use for the project? How do I determine what to use for say, a Holster? knife sheath? a Binder cover? I will be doing small/thinner and up to 3/8 thick items, Mostly I will be using veg tanned. Using the search tool here hasn't told me much yet, but I haven't stopped looking. I want to be able to get a small selection of needles and thread when I am able to get a machine and have some guide on what needle or thread to use. Any direction you can point me in to look, will be appreciated. This made ALOT of sense. Now just which needle/s for what thickness of leather?

Hoping I can get some leads. I've always been hand sewing what items I've been making, holsters, sheaths, cases and binder covers. My aging hands are just not happy anymore doing so! As far as I can see for now it will be a hobby, but one I hope will soon pay for itself and then some. I keep looking at the Tippmann Boss, but for the same cost I see new machines are really not much more, and I'm going to tire of pulling that handle! I keep reading all the information on the various machines and honestly I'm still confused! LOTS of great information here and trying to decide on a machine is tuff. I do know I want to be able to sew up to maybe 1/2". I doubt I'll do much of that really, I would rather have it and not need it than need it and cant do it. I do have a budget, so I'm open to used if needed or possible. I know there are a lot of good honest dealers here, yet id prefer to get a machine locally in Atlanta, and I hope they will be leather knowledgeable and be able to ensure the machine is setup for leather.. I will no doubt need help and guidance on what machine and then for service if/when needed. If any forum member is here and has one? let me know Now all that said, is buying from a distant vendor problematic? Thanks all for your input.

Karina, if you do go to Harbor Frieght, be sure to get the "two stage" air brush. The single stage is not what will give you the effect you want. The two stage will allow you to "feather" in the edges and vary the spray amount. I just tried this recently and after a few practice pieces. its fun actually.. OH be sure you have some kind of ventalation. the fumes of the oil dye get heavy. (cough cough... )