2.5 Hand Stitching Leather Techniques that are NOT the Saddle Stitch - Hand Stitching Tutorial

Although saddle stitching is the most common was of hand stitching leather; there are many more techniques that look really nice. Combining several different types of hand stitching in your work really gives it that finishing touch. Saddle Stitch Tutorial: https://youtu.be/en2Uj2wVzYs Stitching Hole Punching Tutorial: https://youtu.be/LFAaUBm6usk Tools that will help you get nice stitching: John James Needles: https://amzn.to/3bzA0r8 Ritza Tiger Thread 1mm: https://amzn.to/3vfPloA Owden Maul: https://amzn.to/3uabZ1t Mallet: https://amzn.to/3dzohZK Stitching Chisels: https://amzn.to/2OTv5Jf Wing Dividers: https://amzn.to/3rXYYGg Punching Mat: https://amzn.to/2NQ5QGS If you're looking to spend a few more bucks on better quality tools, I'd go with these: Weaver 2lbs Maul: https://amzn.to/3unAQhm Sinabroks Stitching Punch 1mm, 5mm Spacing: https://sinabroks.com/products/stitchingpunch?sca_ref=6180675.PTUDZ9qLeq&sca_source=YouTube Other Leather Working Tools I use: Sandpaper: https://amzn.to/2QmJNbX Burnisher: https://amzn.to/3cUMjhl Tokonole: https://amzn.to/3tFmg4s If you liked this video, check out my Beginner Leather Working Playlist where I make beginner leather working tutorial videos, show you some tips and tricks, and give you a few beginner leather working projects to try out. https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSDP17exHjLQ9E3DGYx8dCaDClhNrxO_7 In This Video: 0:00 Intro I introduce the topic of the video... Which is hand stitching leather without using the saddle stitch... but you already knew that. 0:54 How to Baseball Stitch Leather I really like the look of the baseball stitch. Not a lot of leather crafters use it and they should. 6:03 How to Cross Stitch Leather Cross stitch? X stitch? I don't know. All I know is it looks really cool on both sides. NThis is more frequently used by leather workers. I see it used on bags a lot. 9:47 Recap Find me on Instagram: http://instagram.com/blackflagleather Or Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Black-Flag-Leather-109106224224498 Join the mailing list: https://mailchi.mp/442e3cd11415/subscribe Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/BlackFlagLeatherGoods For a small amount per month, you gain access to a private Discord server, exclusive content, get a shout out in my videos, and help me to grow the channel and produce more helpful content. My name is Tim. Thanks for checking out my YouTube channel. I started leather working in July of 2020. My passion for leather work quickly grew as I learned and practiced. I received a ton of help from the leather working community when I was new and now I aim to pass on what I learn to other beginner leather workers. I post weekly leather craft videos that include tutorials, free pdf pattern templates, how to's, tips and tricks, and any other leather work content that I think could help you out! #leatherworkingtutorials #leathercraft #leather #leatherworking #leatherwork -------------------------- Disclaimer: Links to products/services in the description are often affiliate links that let you support my channel at no additional cost.