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How to Thread a Needle for Hand Sewing Leather
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by Attila Acs
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Step 1 of 8
Cutting the thread on an angle helps to push it through

Cutting the thread on an angle helps to push it through

Step 2 of 8
Pull thread through

Pull thread through

Step 3 of 8
Pierce thread

Pierce thread

Step 4 of 8
Pull the thread back through

Pull the thread back through

Step 5 of 8
This will form the knot that fixes it in place

This will form the knot that fixes it in place

Step 6 of 8
Step 7 of 8
Twist it

Twist it

Step 8 of 8
And with some pressure and more twisting, you are ready. Do the same for the other end of the thread.

And with some pressure and more twisting, you are ready. Do the same for the other end of the thread.

You're Done!
Start over

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I want you to make things! Custom leatherwork (cases, bags, wallets and sleeves for gadgets).

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Masroor Al

Thank you i got it.i used plastic thread.i should buy waxed thread.

Masroor Al 11 months ago

Attila Acs

You just twist the thread that's directly at the needle and the wax makes it stick together so it won't slide out. Hope that helps

Attila Acs (author) 11 months ago

Masroor Al

I appreciate your attention

Masroor Al 11 months ago

Masroor Al

Thank you , i could cross the needle through the thread i had problem in stage 7 and 8 to twist two remainder of the thread.

Masroor Al 11 months ago

Attila Acs

The thread should be thick enough to be able to poke the needle through it.

Attila Acs (author) 11 months ago

Masroor Al

How can i twist them in the end?you used an extra thread?

Masroor Al 11 months ago

Attila Acs

I use waxed linen thread (4 cord) for hand sewing

Attila Acs (author) last year

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