Hello everyone, I've been cruising through on occasion for about a year now and have picked up some great information.  I'm hoping to get some more. 
 
	I mostly do small stuff like trays, fobs, bookmarks, bowls and some carving. I would love to get into some stitched items, wallets,  small bags & stuff, but I have severe eczema on my hands and trying to hand stitch can be very painful. 
 
	I can't afford a sewing machine, but have my mother in law's old regular Kenmore sewing machine. I have read that sewing leather requires special needles and a walking foot, so I don't know if that sewing machine is useable even if I can learn how to use it. 
 
	Are there any suggestions for inexpensive leather sewing machines or other tricks for hand sewing anyone can offer. 
 
	Thank you all