Members Black Dogg Posted February 25, 2015 Members Report Posted February 25, 2015 Alex, I started out doing it exactly as Stohlman says (tapering and all) but over time found out it is easier to just pull the end of the thread through like you would for regular sewing. I think the tapering is only an advantage if you are using hog's bristles since they don't have an eye. Historically, "tapered ends" or "waxed ends" (as they are called over here) are the way to go. Have you tried the Bear Gallery in Munich for your thread; when I was still over there Mr. Berends used to carry unwaxed linen. If not, give Campbell-Randall a try; they are over here but I believe they ship internationally. Their linen thread is the best I have used so far and pretty reasonably priced. Here's where you can have a look: http://www.campbell-randall.com/shop/index.php?route=product/category&path=43_60_62 Good Luck!! Black Dogg Quote Is life so dear, or peace so sweet, as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery? Forbid it, Almighty God! I know not what course others may take; but as for me, give me liberty or give me death! Patrick Henry, March 23rd 1775
alexitbe Posted February 26, 2015 Author Report Posted February 26, 2015 Thanks Black Dogg, I have not tried the Bear Gallery, but will have a look now. So you think I can try the braided polyester(Annam thread for shoes) that I have bought for my sewing machine and not worry about tapering? That would be very convenient. Then I can spend time looking for the right linen thread, but start with making leather right now. Cheers Alex Quote
Members Black Dogg Posted February 26, 2015 Members Report Posted February 26, 2015 I never used poly thread for handsewing yet, but I can't see why not. I'm not familiar with your particular thread, but if it's made for shoes it should be stout enough for other leatherwork, too, unless you're doing really heavy (saddle type) work. Like I said above, I can't see any advantage to tapering when I'm using needles, but, like everything else, everyone has their own preferences. Just try it on some scrap leather and see which you like better. It does save a lot of time if you don't taper. Have fun!! Black Dogg Quote Is life so dear, or peace so sweet, as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery? Forbid it, Almighty God! I know not what course others may take; but as for me, give me liberty or give me death! Patrick Henry, March 23rd 1775
Members silverwingit Posted March 22, 2015 Members Report Posted March 22, 2015 Alex, I have to chuckle... Over here in the US, Tiger thread, which is only available in Europe, is ~highly~ coveted for hand stitching yet there are many sources for linen thread. I you aren't married to the idea of linen, you might consider Tiger or Ritza 25 thread (same thing). All the pros swear by it. Michelle Quote
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