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DXF file of my improvised press which is in the main gallery. If you have any questions, just ask. press layout with notes.dxf
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Needle/thread is way too big. You can still get the effect using smaller thread. Try 69 thread with a #20 or #21 needle. I found using #46 thread with 2oz veg tan glued to lambskin works great. I tried thicker thread and it was a nightmare getting the stitches to look right. One tip I picked up there was to decrease the stitch length, doing that helped a lot.
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From the album: 441 Edge Guide
© Green Hills Leather Co
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From the album: 441 Edge Guide
© Green Hills Leather Co
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From the album: 441 Edge Guide
© Green Hills Leather Co
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If you are making a 90 degree turn, leave the needle buried, life the foot, turn piece. You might have to turn wheel by hand to get it into the position you need without overshooting. Otherwise the above applies.
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Go as slow as you can and try to maintain the same speed while going around the turn. Guide the piece, don't fight it or force it. Practice is the key to getting better at such tasks. Make good work of that scrap pile.
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Thanks you two. -
Thanks you two.
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From the album: Sandals
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Simply put, 138 is too big for what you are trying to sew. Try 69, which will also take some work to get the tension figured out. On material that thin, 46 has worked better for me, which I did on my flatbed.
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So Many Choices For A Beginner
leatherisfun replied to jroberts3001's topic in Leather Sewing Machines
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How Often Do You Replace Needles?
leatherisfun replied to l2bravo's topic in Leather Sewing Machines
The general rule is to replace after every 8 hrs of use. Using the needle until it breaks just isn't worth it to me. Things like fraying/breaking thread, skipped stitches, etc can happen when the needle is dull. -
From the album: Final Collection
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From the album: Final Collection
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From the album: Final Collection
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From the album: Final Collection
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From the album: Final Collection
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From the album: Final Collection
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From the album: Final Collection
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From the album: Final Collection
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From the album: Final Collection
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From the album: Final Collection
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Might I suggest an Einhorn knife. Comes razor sharp and retain edge easily when stropped. Both skivers and 1/4 round knives are offered. Pushing and pulling works with the round knife. Prices are reasonable. I'm just a satisfied customer. http://leatherworker.net/forum/index.php?showtopic=66780