Thinking of buying an old, used, leather machine. Tips?
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Thinking of buying an old, used, leather machine. Tips?
I really, really need to replace the couch cushions on my vintage, leather couch. I found the leather, but I think that I should also look for a sewing machine that sews leather. I can always sell it when I'm done with it. One of my old Singers might do the job, but I don't want to tax it and have something break.
Anyone have any tips on what to look for in a leather machine? I don't want to do anything fancy; just simple seams and piping.
Thanks
~ C
Anyone have any tips on what to look for in a leather machine? I don't want to do anything fancy; just simple seams and piping.
Thanks
~ C
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Some of us just love our vintage machines for this sort of thing. My old Remington can do upholstery/leather just lovely. Morse is another vintage brand I love, tends to have nice looks as well as being easy to work with/on. I'm sure some of our more vintage experts can weigh in with specific Singers and such.
For those with more knowledge, I think I would avoid a slant needle like my 301 -- any comments on that?
For those with more knowledge, I think I would avoid a slant needle like my 301 -- any comments on that?
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My grandmother had 2 treadles (one Singer and one Demascus) her neighbor would borrow the Singer whenever he was going to sew leather. I so not know what he made but some of it was to use with horses.
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~ C
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Motor draw more power too. hehe and you'll need to learn how to use a clutch .
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