Leather stitching

[Moosedog]

Yep, what Tartan Hiker said. I also use a utility knife for heavier leather. I have one that is angled to allow a more natural wrist angle which gives me more control. Then a smaller utility knife for detail work.

Groovers are great for heavier leather. A whole lot easier to sew, they make the stitches look neater and protect them from abrasion. Very nice for belts and sporran straps.


There's a wonderful little hole punch available from Tandy and other retailers designed for garment leather. It doesn't stretch the leather like some can, especially nice when making...oh, baby moccasins out of deerhide, for instance. It can be a bit pricey but I have found it well worth it. If interested I'll track down a photo. Instead of having a rotating wheel for the various hole sizes, it uses the same size punch and has a rotating anvil to define the sizes.

That leather stitching kit TH mentions is a gem, especially the instruction book. I still refer to mine-- purchased in the 1960s, so you know I have gotten great mileage out of it!

Moosedog