All about hand sewing machines for leather sewing

Ordering a leather product is not always possible. But you want to have a unique thing. Therefore, those who have a household machine at home, the question arises whether it can be used for this purpose. A home sewing machine is not designed for leather. But the problem can be solved.

Is it possible to sew leather on a regular sewing machine

Regular household sewing machines are not capable of sewing leather. Even if the device will work with this material, you should not try to use it for this purpose for a long time. The manufacturer imposes restrictions on materials not because the device is unable to sew it. But because it will quickly fail and wear out. Many models will behave inadequately if you put leather under the needle instead of regular knitwear. It may be possible to sew lappet. But the question of quality will remain open. If a seamstress dares to test a household model, it should at least be designed for dense thick fabrics. But such actions will significantly reduce the service life of the device.

How to sew

A manual household machine is not designed for sewing leather. But there is a chance to master the material up to 1 mm. But you need to know how to approach the sewing process. What you need to prepare:

1. Teflon foot. This is an indispensable addition if the seamstress is going to sew from leather, coat fabric or corduroy. It helps to make the seams even, beautiful, and reduces the risk of creases.
2. A needle specifically for this material. Its purchase will ensure even stitches and soft piercing.

In addition, you need to get tools for working with leather. Especially if it is thick.

Best Home Sewing Machines for Leather

A machine for sewing leather can be a household one, but you need to calculate and study the characteristics and capabilities of the model before buying. Here are some examples of devices that will cope with the task:

• AstraLux 7300 SE;
• TOYOTA OEKAKI50 Renaissance;
• Elna eXperience 570;
• Pfaff Ambition 1.5;
• Janome Memory Craft 9900.

All models are considered household ones. However, their capabilities are impressive. You should not pass them by, even if you are planning serious work on sewing clothes.

TOYOTA OEKAKI50 Renaissance

The first sewing machine for leather is the TOYOTA OEKAKI50 Renaissance. It has 50 built-in operations, high-quality embroidery. It can handle almost any fabric. The device is computerized. There is a display, the advantage will be the automatic loop. In addition, there is a foot for quilting, sewing in zippers, buttons, overlock. The working area is illuminated. The manufacturer produces red and black colors. There is also a system for measuring the size of buttons. The width of the line is adjusted by pressing the pedal.

Elna eXperience 570

This is also a computerized machine. It performs 200 operations. It does not only working, but also overlock and decorative stitches. There is a reinforced needle puncture. The pressure on the fabric is adjustable. The bobbin is threaded quickly thanks to a special device. For ease of use, there is a backlit LCD display. The sewing speed is adjustable. Threads are cut and threaded thanks to built-in devices. You can combine stitches. So the Taiwanese manufacturer made it possible to sew leather on the device. The power is enough to work with a variety of dense materials.

Pfaff Ambition 1.5

This is a manual sewing machine for leather with microprocessor control. It has a wide functionality. At the same time, the control is quite simple. The screen is touch-sensitive, thanks to it you can quickly set up all the operations. It is possible to perform 195 lines. You can decorate the fabric with inscriptions, as 4 fonts are built-in. Light and very light fabrics, heavy and very heavy are sewn. 7 types of loops are available. The device is manufactured in Germany. The machine weighs 12 kg. On the screen you can see recommendations for tension, choice of seams. You can not worry about the quality of the product, even if it is made of leather.

Janome Memory Craft 9900

A leather case can be easily created with this household model. This is a sewing and embroidery machine. It has more than 600 built-in operations. The device performs 6 loops. 4 alphabets are included. There are overlock and knitted lines. The loop is automatic. There is a built-in memory, as well as a port for a USB cable. The needle puncture is reinforced. The display is also touch-sensitive, with backlighting. The advantage is the ability to use the menu in Russian. Sewing speed and foot pressure are adjustable. For convenience, the lighting is LED. The kit includes many feet and additional devices, the use of which is described in the instructions.

Industrial sewing machines for leather

If you plan to work with complex materials on a regular basis, it is recommended to purchase an industrial sewing machine that will handle not only thin leather. It is worth considering 5 examples.

• Jack JK-6380;
• JUKI DSC-245U/X55278;
• ZOJE ZJ243;
• Typical GC6910A-HD3;
• Garudan GZ-539-407 LM.

There are also industrial machines that are designed for repairing and creating shoes, including leather ones.

Jack JK-6380

This is a professional model, it is designed specifically for working with complex fabrics. It is used to sew natural and artificial leather. It is used to create not only clothes, but also bags. One needle is used. Automatic lubrication. There is a walking foot for advancement. The layers of fabric do not shift relative to each other, the stitches are neat thanks to the foot and the rail. The machine is durable and, even after years of use, processes canvas products. The device is upright. It includes the main operations that are necessary when creating things from complex materials.

JUKI DSC-245U/X55278

This is a professional single-needle machine. It processes medium and heavy materials, as well as woven ones. The fabric is advanced using a special foot. Automatic lubrication. Thanks to the small material cylinder, you can sew shoes, bags, covers, clutches, and other "heavy" things. You can work with small items that have hard-to-reach places.

ZOJE ZJ243

This is a single-needle machine for heavy materials. It does not have automatic functions, but it includes everything to work with leather and thick fabrics. It can be purchased to create bags, tents, mattresses. The fabric advancement is powerful due to the combined feed. It is possible to stitch several layers at once. The products are high-quality and neat.

Typical GC6910A-HD3

This professional model is designed specifically for medium and heavy fabrics. The computer machine is equipped with automatic functions. The working area is convenient for work. You can control the device via a mobile application. The engine is powerful, so you can work with the most capricious materials. The lines are neat even on wool and denim fabrics.

Garudan GZ-539-407LM

This is a zag-zag machine. It is used to create shoes, covers and upholstery for furniture. The model has a lower feed. There is no automatic lifting of the foot. There is one needle. It is possible to input data from an external drive. This is used to make patterns. The foot is raised using a pedal control. The model is manufactured in the Czech Republic.

Accessories and paws

Buying a machine for sewing leather goods is not enough. It is necessary to purchase additional devices. Especially if the model is for household use. In addition to the Teflon foot, it is necessary to purchase roller foot No. 1 and No. 2. And also "Upper conveyor" 4.

Tools and sewing technology

If the sewing machine sews on leather, it is necessary to prepare a set of tools for working with complex material. This includes special scissors, a cutter and rulers. It is recommended to take a pen for marking on leather. There are also cutting mats.

Working with the material at home is sometimes difficult. You need to know how to smooth it out and stretch it. It is recommended to apply all markings on the floor. You can try stitching over the polyethylene tape. And then remove it. This reduces the risk of damaging the surface.

Household machines take only thin leather. In this case, it is necessary to use a special foot and needle. It is recommended to purchase a device that is designed for sewing shoes and bags.