I picked up a cheap chinese leather patcher -- a Singer 29k clone -- for some leather work because my little entry-level sewing machine is not sufficient for leather. DIY is an illness, so I decided ...

There’s a reason they call this time of year “leather weather.” While the natural material is indispensable for beating the chill in fall and winter, it also has a uniquely seasonal scent.

When you’re sewing a piece the last thing you want is a wonky line. So in order to keep it nice and straight when hand stitching, first machine-baste a line of stitches and use it as a guide.

Leather goods are known for their longevity in the fashion industry, with their usage spanning footwear, handbags, and clothing. Nevertheless, their production can be quite complex. Thus, if the ...

When stitching leather with a sewing machine, whether mechanical or electric, it’s so easy to make mistakes because the machine runs quickly. It’s essential to avoid errors when making leather ...

This helpful list of 38 simple sewing ... machine and mastering simple stitches, then graduate to adorable projects you can whip up in no time. So grab your fabric, thread your needle, and sew ...

Using the instruction manual, our testers run strips of soft cotton, delicate satin, stretchy jersey and layers of thick denim through each sewing machine. We assess how easy it is to: Select the ...

Mending shirts, sewing keepsakes, and piecing together fabric has never been easier. Carrie Honaker is a writer and pastry chef specializing in food, wine, and travel. Using her background working in ...