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finishing knot for Speedy Stitcher

Howdy. I'm new here, but I'm sure you know that. ;)

I've been doing some repair work with a Speedy Stitcher, one of those "awl-for-all" sewing thingies with the wax thread in the handle, etc. I works pretty good for what I need it for, me being totally clueless when it comes to hand stitching. The only problem is, the finishing knot to tie of the tag ends and finish the stitch.

The mfr recommends a square knot. I've found this to be unsatisfactory, as it loosens up and unravels 4 outta five times. I've been toying with other knots that might work better in this situation, but have so far been at a loss. I was hoping someone here could help me out. TIA

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notbob
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Q. how do you tie it off at the end?? Reply

A. Sailrite

3 weeks ago When your on the finishing stitch (last stitch) insert the needle into the fabric then before you pull the needle out remove the thread from the needle eye (hole) and tie a knot with the opposite thread. Trim the excess away and now your done!?

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"You can tie that square knot at the end to finish off you sewing but thats just what you have a BIG knot ta the end. I prefer back stitching two are three and then burn the thread off. I thing it makes for a cleaner sewing job.............. I hope this helps:red_bandana: "

and: Q. I was wonder if there is another way to tie the end stitch instead of using a square knot TIA Sinpac

A. Back sew 2-3 holes, pull BOTH ends out the back side, pull tightly, and hold your razor as close as possible to the base of the protruding threads (pushing against the leather) and WIGGLE THE THREADS rather than cutting or sawing them off. pete ============================

HTH

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BEI Design

Try a square knot with an extra wrap on the first "tie" of the square knot. Or a surgeon's knot. You can also get various "glues" that are designed to keep fabric from fraying, but also will hang on most knots. The one I like the best is called "Fray Block", from June Tailor products, and comes in sort of a toothpaste tube. Just dab a bit on the knot, let it soak in, and let the knot dry before stressing it.

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Kay Lancaster

I have one. I'd love it but I cannot get it to work at all :-(

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cycjec

why didn't I think of that?

probably bc I'm still not used to Internet videos. really and truly

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cycjec

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