Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!!! It's my first time sewing with leather and this was the perfect video to answer my question about stablizing. I don't believe we have the "cotton drill" in USA but I'm sure I can find something comparable!
I would be terrified to try to cut those holes out with scissors after all that work. I have a multi-function press and grommet dies. I'd give that a go over scissors knowing what a klutz I am. This was an amazing upcycle project. Thank you so much!!!
Thanks for your great videos, which I enjoy watching here in Norway! I want to try that fusible Heavy Cotton Drill that you recommend and have actually managed to get hold of a piece for testing in a leather bag, but will you please share with us how to apply it to leather, and maybe to fabric as well? What heat on the iron, and for how many seconds?
Really good video. Thank you! I'm about to make a motorcycle seat cover from salvaged panels off of a leather sofa... this is just the instruction i needed.
After Using the Copydex glue to get the seams to lay flat, how do you go about doing Topstitching the seams if wanted. I’d think it couldn’t be done. Please advise. Thank you
So many gimmicky videos on RU-vid but, in this one you get straight to the point with specifics to make practical changes with brand recommendations. Appreciate the time you took to compile the responses people actually need to sew leather successfully.
You are more than welcome. I am happy it has given you confidece. If you needed any further help I also sell leather handbag templates, kits and have online courses. www.rebecca-jane.com. Happy making. Bex xxx
Thank you so much for this free course. I made my first bag ever following your instructions. I used a pair of black and a pair of blue jeans given to me by a family member, and made the lining from a thrift store bed sheet. I made mistakes, but it was an inexpensive learning experience. I wish I could add a photo. I will try it in leather now. Thank you so very much!
Hi. That is such great news to hear. I would love to see a picture of your bag? if you get the chance to send it please email me on info@rjleatherstudio.com. Yay!! Thanks. Bex
Thank you for those tips. New to sewing on leather. Been sewing 55 years and am anxious and excited to start something new. First project- simple tote. Again, thanks!
I’m looking to make a duffel bag from 1.5mm chrome tanned leather that’s quite supple. My goal it to add support to the leather to allow it to keep its volume, but still soft enough to cram into a locker. What stabilizer would you recommend in this situation?
Hi. That sounds like a fun project. I would recommend using the heavy weight cotton drill iron on fusing but cutting it away from the seam allowance so it is not to thick when sewing. We now stock this on our website: www.rebecca-jane.com/collections/all-supplies-tools-handbag-templates/products/1-2-metre-of-heavy-weight-cotton-drill-iron-on-fusing Hope that helps. Any quetions please ask. Bex x
Hi. Sorry to hear your machine doesn't like the leather. I'm afraid not every machine does. I always recommend trying out a scrap of leather first to see if your particular machine likes it. Maybe try looking out for a second hand older machine at jumble sale or on eBay? Thanks. Bex xx
I can’t wait to make a nice leather pencil skirt with these awesome tips. I never knew a domestic machine could see handle leather (with a few small adjustments). Thanks so much, these tips are professional and the same techniques Atelier’s use, so you certainly know you’re subject.
Your are more than welcome. Please do send me pics of your garments I'd love to see them. Also feel free to get in contact if you have any questions as I studied garment design and construction at university. Thanks for your comments. Xx info@rjleatherstudio.com
Oh sure! thank you for the encouragement. I've ordered leather from abroad, so it's taking a while. I'll definitely send some pics, and let know how it turns out. 😊
I’ve seen Professional bag makers use a heat machine to cut and seal the interfacing to leather, I’ve also seen arteliers’ glue interfacing, without heat.
Yes you are correct @kyliewalker6647 . Garment leather which tends to be lamb napper is very fragile. You can still iron the back of the leather but never the surface with a low heat on your iron as it can shrink the leather. Most garment construction uses tape in the seams to avoid the seam ripping or distorting over time. However, in bag making we always use iron on interfacing to stabilise the body of the bag, all high end leather accessories designers use this method as it is required for a professional finish. Most bags are made from cow hides as they are more robust for accessories and can take a hot iron from the underside never the surface. Thanks. Bex xx
Thank you for a wonderful tutorial ❤. Even togh I'm a vegan 😮, it's often same struggle to sew in canvas or jeans. My grandfather was a shoemaker, so I have seen all the old machines and tools and he worked with. A good craftsmanship is a blessing, whatever material you using. Love from Stockholm ❄
Yes you are so correct. The craftsmanship of making long lasting products is what is going to save our planet. Everyone should respect hand made products and appreciate the time that goes into making them. Have a great week. Thanks for your comments. Xx
Thank you for the very informative video and your recommendations. I was interested in checking out the products and I could not find them in the insole store. Can you please let me know. Thank you.
Its a small strap made from the same chrome tanned leather. It has a sam brownes stud at each end of the strap and connects into the d-rings at the side of the bag. You can purchase the pattern and kit from our website: www.rebecca-jane.com/collections/handbag-kits
THANK YOU for this video. I'm making my 1st sheep skin leather handbag and the straps will have on raw edge and have been looking for methods and products that are best suited for finishing the edges. Your demo with the purple leather is about the same weight as what I'm working with. Glad I came across this video. All others I've seen are with thick veg-tan. 🥰
Hi, I am so excited about this bag too, I've made one for myself and have been using it all the time. We sell the PDF template with written instructions, Hardwcopy paper template and full maker kit. You can view the options here: www.rebecca-jane.com/collections/handbag-kits/products/the-barnaby-leather-tote-with-bugatti-handles-pattern-materials-full-maker-kit The online course is hosted in our RJ Gold Membership here: rebecca-jane.thinkific.com/pages/new. As part of the membership you get a discount code on the template and kits. Any questions please do not hesitate to get in touch. Thanks, Rj xx
What thickness of leather do you use? Every time I try and sew leather the machine won’t even get past the first stitch. Also any recommendations on thread?
Hey. I tend to use 1mm thickness or less on the domestic machine. Have you got a Teflon or roller foot? Also the leather point needle is essential. Threads I tend to use nylon bonded thread in m60 thickness or gutermann topstitching and all sew thread. Hope that helps. Bex
Hey. Different machines have tension that vary from machine to machine. Most machines have a front facing dial that the thread feeds through. You can turn the knob to adjust the tension. There is also tension adjustments on a bobbin case. I've found the manual for your specific machine. Here: www.manuals.co.uk/husqvarna/husky-165/manual?p=5 I hope that helps. Feel free to ask any further questions. Thanks. Bex
Where do you get the silicone spray, and do you need to clean it off the leather.? Could you please do a video of a small zippered wristlet pouch . You are very detailed and easy to learn from . Where do you get the supplies.
Hi Pat. Ah, thanks so much for your kind words. You should be able to buy silicone spray from most hardware or DIY shops. It rubs off the leather very easily, you just need a cloth to rub it off. We have lots of online courses via our RJ Gold Membership. We have a zipped leather wristlet callled The Arthur Clutch. We sell lots of supplies on our website. www.rebecca-jane.com. Any questions just shout. Thanks so much. Bex x
