Cutting & Stitching
8 guides
How to Backstitch and Lock Off a Leather Seam
Learn how to finish a leather stitch cleanly with backstitching and lock-off knots so your seam never unravels.
July 2, 2026
How to Glue Leather Before Stitching
Learn how to glue leather before stitching with contact cement or leather glue, including prep, application, and ventilation safety for beginners.
June 28, 2026
How to Use a Leather Cutting Knife (and Keep It Sharp)
Learn how to cut leather cleanly with a head knife or utility knife, plus the sharpening routine that keeps your blade ready for every project.
June 25, 2026
How to Cut Leather Cleanly: A Beginner's Guide
Learn how to cut leather cleanly: the right knives, cutting surfaces, technique, and the common beginner mistakes to avoid.
June 24, 2026
How to Mark and Punch Even Stitching Holes
Learn how to punch stitching holes in leather with perfect spacing: marking the stitch line, using pricking irons, and handling corners cleanly.
June 17, 2026
What Thread to Use for Hand-Stitching Leather
Choosing the best thread for leather stitching: linen vs polyester vs nylon, waxed vs unwaxed, size charts, and how much to cut per seam.
June 13, 2026
Pricking Irons vs Stitching Chisels: What to Buy First
Pricking irons vs stitching chisels explained for beginners: how each tool works, which spacing to choose, and what to buy first.
June 9, 2026
How to Hand Stitch Leather: The Saddle Stitch Explained
Learn how to saddle stitch leather step by step: the two-needle method, thread length, punching, and locking off for a stitch that outlasts a sewing machine.
June 5, 2026