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Hi All, Before I start, I have scoured the internet for resources before posting this thread. This includes reading all related posts in Leatherwork.net, watching the entire Steve Mueller Curved Needle Stitcher video on YouTube (an excellent step-by-step for setup), read both the “Do it yoursel...
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Hey all, I’m just getting started with my first project and would like second opinions on needle and thread. machine: Techsew 2750 leather: 2 to 2.5 oz. chrome tan seam stitching only, no top stitching goal: longevity upholstery project that will sit near a window (som...
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HI to all, I would like assistance please, on combinations that could be used with needles threads and material,with a Singer 7-33 sewing machine, The Singer 7-33 not to sure whether for nylon ,canvas , leather and type, buffing wheels and 7x1 7x2 7x3 7x4 needles` there`s is so much mixed li...
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Picked up a new-to-me Juki 1541S and initially it sewed wonderfully. Machine was very dirty from being used in a factory environment. I'm afraid my good intentions of cleaning and oiling everything has caused some serious inconsistent tension issues. Oiled all indicated points per the manual, remove...
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Hi! I am from the US and was wondering what some of the preferred brands of bonded nylon thread people use? I am making primarily journals, wallets, bags and the like. I have just set up my Techsew 4800, and it came with their own brand of thread, which seems to work well so far. Unfortunate...
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Hey everyone, this is my first post on this wonderful forum but after much searching I haven't been able to find any posts that address this specific issue. I feel like I've tried so many things to fix the problem but its a bit of a mystery to me at this point so if anyone has advice I'd love to hea...
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I have recently bought a juki lu1510, my purpose is to sew thicker multi layer leather garments with it (such as a layered leather corset, mediaeval leather gambeson, maybe some experimental shoe making). It is the 6th sewing machine in my collection but first industrial machine and I'm having trou... -
Couple questions about thread. My Adler 30-1 now sews like a dream and its time to put it to work. While I was repairing it I read a number of posts attributing various problems to poor quality thread, which makes a lot of sense. I'm planning on using primarily 92 and 138 polyester thread f...
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So, faced with a pile of thread of unknown origins… What is a correct method of measuring the thread size? I have been making a loop so that I can place two strands side by side in my calibers. I close the jaws until I feel moderate resistance. Then take a reading or three. Using this...
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I'm looking for some suggestions to get my machine's tension sorted. I use it 10-20 hours a week and it's normaly fine. But today the tension is acting funny. the stiching looks fine on top and bottom, but then I'll loose tension on the bottom and have a bunch of looped thread. i have ch...
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I am doing a research article for Carriage Hand sewing thread. I was recently told it is manufactured in China. I have been looking in several areas including Tandy Leather for the manufacturer information. But can't find anything. Please help.
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Hello. I am a newbie to this site, and couldn’t find a thread (lol) about this topic I make heavy duty dog collars and harnesses, mostly using 9/10 oz leather, sometimes as low as 7 oz. I need a good, strong thread that will take some abuse and not stretch out. Most of what I find is thread mad...
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Hi folks! I have recently aquired a brother DB2 B755-3 for sewing some pretty pliable leather. I think I'm using the correct needle size - 16 x 231 (DB x 1) NM 110 Size 18 ... I find sewing machine needle systems a bit mindbending... but I'm concerned the thread I'm using is incorrect and not going... -
Okay auction going tonight (sorry for short notice) If I were to purchase the lot would there be interest of members to purchase at around $25 per bobbin? They are $57 each on Amazon (I think?) American & Efird Thread. Anefil Nylon. AA59826 TEX 90. Color: Black. Apx 106 gross of 33 yd. B...
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Hi All, My bobbin winder doesn't work very well on either of my 29ks. The patch people that I have met said that I should get the prewound bobbins but I can't seem to find any online to order. I've searched for every combo of terms and I can't come up with anythng. Thanks in advance....
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This is my first plea for help...here goes: Being new to leatherwork, I'm completely without tools & supplies. I've watched a number of vidjas (videos, as we say it 'round here) and came up with a pricks & stitches kit from amazon that helped me figure out what else I needed to know. The firs...
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I just like to share a kind of modification I have done on a Singer 237 domestic machine. With this machine I try to make sew with V138 polyester thread, and it fails (of cause). The upper thread gets damaged when I try to sew more than 5 stitches, and then the thread jam or break. So I tried to fig...
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I’m making a project for myself. Whenever I do I want to get the best and get exactly what I want so that when I’m done I’m happy with what I’ve made for myself. A spool of this carriage hemp hand sewing thread is like 30 bucks!! That’s bonkers! I’ve got plenty of flat nylon thread, and it’s n...
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Hey folks! I am having difficulty with getting a good bottom stitch for our leather products. I am finding that the top has a very even and good look with deep holes, but the bottom is coming out sort of rough and crappy looking. I don't think it's necessarily a tension issue, maybe the needle...
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This is my first post, so hopefully I won't make an utter fool of myself! I've just purchased my first leather sewing machine (Cowboy 3200) after doing english bridlework and saddlery repairs for the past 2 years by hand and learning that I have fairly severe arthritis in my hands at the ripe...
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When I am stitching with white thread, the thread turns dingy colored from the piece I'm working on. I use waxed thread. How do I prevent that from happening? I want the stitching to really ”pop. Thanks, Dennis
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I called Toledo Industrial sewing today and asked if they had a thread lubricating oil pot.. They do.. The Ferdco Pro 2000 has one that Mr. John Bianchi used in his western belt and holster making video set. That's how i know about an oil pot. I ordered one and am attaching it to my Cobra 4 machine...
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I mostly make sheaths and sew with linen thread as I prefer that to synthetic But I thought I'd make a couple of belts, and sew them with synthetic thread, which is stronger than linen I was going to use Tandy's waxed nylon, then I saw some kevlar thread in my local Tandy store, reduced fr...
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For sale is 40 spools of Glace Intrinsic thread, 3 cor, cotton of various colors. Brown, Grey, White, Beige, copper, brass, Blue, Black and one Military Green. This thread is ridiculously strong, as some of you know. All 40 spools including shipping (which will be about $10-$15)...
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Hey Everyone. Please have a look at my photos my cross stitch. I am using 0.6 ritza tiger thread and a KSblade punch round dent to make the holes. I tried to use "lin cable au chinois" in size 832 , but it kept unravelling and breaking between all the back and forth. The ritza is waxy and hard...
