Hi all, I found this forum while searching the web for tips about using leather sewing machines and thought I would see if anyone on here has some good tips for a beginner just getting started.
I've just purchased a 2nd hand Singer 211 G611 leather sewing machine (walking foot), and have arranged to have it serviced. I'm interested in any advice or information people have about this machine, or any Singer leather sewing machines.
I do a lot of leatherwork of the non-sewing variety, and don't have much experience of sewing at all (I typically join using metal rivets- I've always enjoyed hammering my clothes together!). Does anyone have any suggestions about what a beginner should be on the look-out for? For instance, what sorts of needles & threads I should be using, and any beginner leather sewing techniques. Any pitfalls? If I do something wrong am I likely to completely destroy my machine, or is it reasonably safe to experiment my way around?
Also most of the leather I have is scrap from bootmakers and similar, so it's of quite differing thickness- some very thin (glove thin) and some quite thick. How much difference does the thickness of the leather make with what sort of needle I should be using?
Thanks all for your time!
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