Hellicap Report post Posted March 1, 2014 I am just getting started with all of this. I have made a rough cut bag and want more practice with finished leathers. My question is: if finished leather isn't good for tooling then how do you mark where your stitches go? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nutty Saddler Report post Posted March 1, 2014 I use a screw crease to mark a line at the correct distance from the edge and then I use a pricking iron to mark where the stitches go - pricking irons come in all sizes from 4/inch to 17-18/inch. - see - How I make a bridle - thread for pics Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Matt T Report post Posted March 1, 2014 (edited) I just discovered this, and have been using it for a week. Really nice. http://www.amazon.co...e/dp/B0016ZZOEK Use this with a ruler to mark a straight line near the edge, and then use your pricking irons to mark / punch holes Edited March 1, 2014 by Matt T Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wlg190861 Report post Posted March 7, 2014 What I have done is glue the pieces together an use the sewing machine/ without thread to punch the holes, Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NancyC Report post Posted August 3, 2014 Hello, I am very new to this so please forgive me if I am off base with this suggestion. I found this video on YouTube of a lady who does quill work on leathher and she uses a water solubile sewing pencil. This is something you can find at any sewing store like Joanne's fabric. How to quill a knife sheath: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
