splitrail Report post Posted November 16, 2016 Can anyone tell me how to do rolled handles by machine. I have a Cobra Class 4... I am currently hand stitching them, but I really need to cut down on time. Can anyone provide me with some examples of how they can be done. Thanks so much. The photo shows the 3oz hide and the results I am currently getting Julie Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TinkerTailor Report post Posted November 17, 2016 I fold it over and sew it flat with no padding, just a string through it. After i stitch i use the string to pull in my filler cord. If the filler cord is doubled over, but soft enough, you can put a stick through the loop at one end and hold the tails at the other, twisting the filler cords up inside the handle to tighten them up and fill out the handle. They can also be done pre padded by wedging the rolled portion between the foot and an edge guide. Never had as much success with this method. There are also special foot setups for this. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thor Report post Posted November 17, 2016 Exactly as Mike states has proven to work best for me. It's so much easier for me to glue the core in. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
venator Report post Posted November 20, 2016 (edited) I'm the same, basting tape to hold the cord on a piece about 3" wide, fold it, stitch it (with a machine) tight to the cord then cut off the excess close to the stitching freehand with a round knife, then shape the ends. Edited November 20, 2016 by venator Spelling Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
splitrail Report post Posted December 13, 2016 Thanks so much for all the suggestions. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
