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Info on leather? - 2/15/2009 3:52:32 PM

TankGirlEdward

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So I've finally gotten a hold of a sewing machine that can handle leather. The only problem, I don't know much about leather. Any information would be fantastic. What kinds of leather are best for what sorts of projects, where do you get your leather, what thicknesses can hold up to what sort of stress.

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RE: Info on leather? - 2/15/2009 4:45:04 PM

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http://www.tandyleatherfactory.com/choosecountry/choosecountry.aspx

try this place..I used to make cuffs and collars and got a lot of My supplies here.
http://www.veteranleather.com/leather-products.asp

I personally shopped here. I don't know about sewing machines because I hand made stuff. I am sure they can help you. Oh, and they can cut out stuff for you as well so all you have to do is sew it together. They also have spikes, studs and other decorations.

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RE: Info on leather? - 2/15/2009 8:35:29 PM

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Depends what the leather is going to be used for as to what thickness etc it should be. I've recently endeavored to start making my own leather products, so i can't be of too much help, plus pretty much all my stuff is going to be done with rivets, not sewing.

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RE: Info on leather? - 2/16/2009 5:30:18 AM

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<Warning - unhelpful post alert>

I'd tend to just go into the country and find myself a nice looking cow to slaughter. Beef for dinner for a month as a plus point.

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RE: Info on leather? - 2/16/2009 5:41:03 AM

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Depending upon the make of your machine, there may be a presser foot available for working with leather. I believe it's teflon coated so it glides across the surface of the leather and doesnt 'stick'.

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RE: Info on leather? - 2/16/2009 8:53:50 AM

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I have all the equipment that I could need, Teflon foot, walking foot ect, I am well versed in the sewing end, I just need help with the leather part.

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RE: Info on leather? - 2/16/2009 8:59:22 AM

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I am planning on making everything from corsets to collars and everything in between. Thats why I need just general information on all sorts of leather. I have a few people who are interested in leather corsets giving me sad puppy eyes so I need to figure out what weight would be appropriate for one of those some time soon. I have Corset coutil to flat line to some of the lighter and softer leathers if I can't find a good texture in a heavy enough leather. I just want to be sure that whatever I make is going to last as well as being beautiful.

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RE: Info on leather? - 2/16/2009 9:57:34 AM

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well, really, the weight etc is up to personal preference. You probably don't want something TOO heavy, or too light. so maybe somewhere in the 4-6oz range? probably want something that wont get nasty from body oils etc, latigo is a good leather for that, you can get a good side of latigo from Tandyleatherfactory.com for about $150. would think that would be plenty of material for a corset, and probably a couple other goodies with the remnants.

thought i'd ad, for the collar, might want to go with something like 10oz latigo. pretty strong stuff.

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RE: Info on leather? - 2/16/2009 3:06:14 PM

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I have 5 sewing machines. each different. Depending on the leather used and whether or not it is a repair or new project will determine which I use. my largest will sew 1" thick good for saddles harness and restraints.
when sewing repairs. since leather needles cut holes in the leather we try to use the same holes when sewing it back together. too many holes will act like perforated cardboard and just tear. Also certain sewing patterns are not only for design but for structural integrity.

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RE: Info on leather? - 2/16/2009 9:29:58 PM

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No matter what type of leather I am going to make the corset out of I'll be lining it so it won't turn any one green (i learned the hard way with a brand new pair of black chaps over shorts, after an hour on a horse, I had alien legs) Thanks for the info

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RE: Info on leather? - 2/16/2009 9:31:21 PM

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I make corsets, I know all about structural integrity, What sort of machine do you have that can handle a full inch of leather?!!

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