Leatherworking

Saddle stitching

• Saddle stitching: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sOzTGWin0zM
• Rule of thumb for estimating length of thread is 3 times the length of the stitch line. Increases based on leather thickness.
• Coat with beeswax to give the thread strength and keeps from fraying. Beeswax is a little sticky, so it helps to go over it with some paraffin wax, but this is optional.
• Use a soft cloth to remove excess. Run it through firmly to remove excess as well as remove the curl from the spool. Apply paraffin wax if available, and gently wipe off.
• Video shows two ways of stitching. One where it’s angled on one side and straight on the back. Another where it’s angled on both sides.
• See video for how to finish a stitch using three back-stitches