TempoGuy Report post Posted January 16 Hi Folks, I've just started leather working and this is about as good as I can get my Bobbin side to look. As stated above I am using a Singer 211G156, my thread is T135 poly (I don't have any 135 nylon right now). I am going through 3 layers of 3-4 oz veg tan. Any ideas on how I can make it look better? As far as I can tell I have the tension set properly so the threads are locking in the middle. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Constabulary Report post Posted January 16 (edited) What needle size are you using? I would guess you need a needle 1 size bigger (for a larger hole) or more top tension or less bottom tension Edited January 16 by Constabulary Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CowboyBob Report post Posted January 16 For no thicker than what your sewing a size#92 would look better because the smaller thread will hide the knot better in thin leather like this. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TempoGuy Report post Posted January 16 Ok great thanks guys. I'm using a size 23 needle with the T135. I use size 21 with T90 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wizcrafts Report post Posted January 17 17 hours ago, TempoGuy said: Any ideas on how I can make it look better? The bottom appearance can be changed somewhat by using different needle shapes. If your current needle is a wedge, try a diamond point instead. They give a bold exposure on the top and bottom, compared to a slicing point. Diamond and triangle points are close to round points in thread appearance, but penetrate leather better. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
