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So I've inherited my Grandmother's old Singer 301A sewing machine. Anyone here know anything about it? Can it be used to sew leather?

Thanks!

Ken

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3 hours ago, FlatwaterLeatherGuy said:

So I've inherited my Grandmother's old Singer 301A sewing machine. Anyone here know anything about it? Can it be used to sew leather?

Thanks!

Ken

Have you read this http://leatherworker.net/forum/forum/50-leather-sewing-machines/

or this http://leatherworker.net/forum/topic/25239-the-type-of-sewing-machine-you-need-to-sew-leather/

Tom

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I know a little.  They're a 3/4 sized domestic machine.  Straight stitch only. They use the same bobbin and bobbin case as a Singer Featherweight, an even smaller machine.  They do use regular 15x1 needles that are available everywhere.  They're a collectible and desirable machine for quilters.  They like them for their portability and vertical bobbin.  Around here I usually see them in the $100 +  range.  Markets do vary.

They're well built for their size but they're not leather machines.  Thin garment weight leathers at most, and I wouldn't try to give them a steady diet of that either.

If you don't have one, you should be able to get an owner's manual here.

https://www.singer.com/support

If you're looking to sew thicker leathers you can do it by hand or save your pennies until you can buy a machine that's meant for leather.  I actually recommend sewing by hand to start. 

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16 minutes ago, sewingoptimizer said:

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On 4/19/2021 at 3:06 AM, sewingoptimizer said:

While searching for the best sewing tables and cabinets, you might fall into several confusing and annoying situations. You may come across a table marked as the best for advanced sewers but useless for beginners and vice-versa.

To prevent you from falling in such confusing situations, I decided to invest my time in researching some of the best sewing tables you can look forward to in 2020. I tested 28 tables from more than 11 brands before reviewing the best 10. I am sure they will not only keep your workspace organized but also help in finishing your projects precisely and before the deadline.

@sewingoptimizer Doesn't really look like this belongs in a leather working site.  Looks like it is all for textile/dress making machines.

 

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