Short course
Leather Sewing Skills Short Course
Course description
Course overview
This is a great introduction into the leather accessories making process and will help you develop essential sewing skills. To start, you will learn how to identify different types of sewing machines, both industrial and domestic, and understand what each type of machine is used for. You will understand the threading sequence and bobbin winding methods for each machine. You will then progress to learning a range of stitch techniques.
Who this course is for
This course is suitable for anyone, aged 18 and older, interested in developing leather sewing skills, regardless of prior experience. Beginners are welcome, as are those looking to expand existing knowledge.
Key information
Topics covered
Part 1:
- Threading of a cylinder arm machine, a post machine and a flatbed machine
- Know the difference, benefits and limitations of all of the above
- Look at and use different feet and their uses
- Understand thread types and needle sizes
- Be able to trouble shoot and correct common machine faults
- Understand machine maintenance and ways to avoid major faults occurring
Part 2:
- Learn a range of seam types and edge finishes for all styles of bag
- A range of decorative stitch techniques including Zig Zag and binding and piping
- How to stitch a 'T' Base bag
Learning outcomes
- Make a pack of stitch samples
- Build confidence in using a range of sewing machines
- Create a fabric bag to keep all your samples in
- Digital badge and certificate of attendance
Materials
- Pens
- Pencils
- Eraser
- Notebook
- Small sharp scissors
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