How to select a Sewing Machine for Making Leather Products

[@anyajohnston5103]

"Push for quality & don't be afraid of sharing" I love that ideal! You are a very good teacher, I'll be watching you more. Thank you for your generosity of spirit.

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello anya, You are so WELCOME and Thank you for your compliment, I believe people will remember your work as quality are junk, I always like to go with quality, when we share, we add good to the world. Arthur

[@mrhydrohead]

Very useful video for a novice like myself searching for a machine to make some leather pillows. Thanks for your efforts. KZbin is so great as people share their knowledge freely.

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello MrHydrohead, You are WELCOME and Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos and for your compliment, I would recommend the Consew 206RB-5 with a reducer on it, theses machine machines cost $1,200.00 add $125.00 for the reducer, contact me if you have any other questions. Arthur 214-421-9900

[@wererich]

I love your no-nonsense approach and the fact that you actually show the machines. You are talking in the video just like you are sitting right there with each viewer. Fantastic job! I could talk to you all day (or listen, ha ha).

[@stizzywomizzy5322]

You have the best "how to" videos on KZbin by far. You answered about 95 % of my questions of which machine should I use on leather. Hands down best videos. Luv and props to you, keep up the great work

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello Stizzy Womizzy, Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos and for such a kind compliment! Arthur

[@bennyhalftail]

hi Arthur, just wanted to thank you for your videos. I bought a used industrial machine with virtually no sewing experience and was afraid to use it until I found you. You have a gift for teaching--thank you again SO much.

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello LisaYou are WELCOME and Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos, don't be afraid, it is only a machine, you control it, it do not control you. Arthur

[@ArthurPorter]

Thank you for sending good energy this way, I believe in energy and how much it can change the way we feel. Arthur

[@keith90102]

Ive watched this video so many times and I always feel like I learn something new every time I watch it. Thank you Arthur

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello I Do Stuff, Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos and for such a compliment. Arthur

[@ArthurPorter]

Janaiana, you are so WELCOME and Thank you for watching, you have no idea I much it mean to me that these videos are helping you and other people around the world, I also LOVE what you are doing for people in Brazil. Arthur

[@harryrogers]

Arthur - Thanks for posting this very informative video - excellent explanations of the walking foot and motor size - all very helpful - thanks very much. Harry

[@deanbalstad9806]

Your experience shines Mr. Porter! I learned more in the 29 minutes than I have in days of internet research. Thank you very much for sharing! I'm looking for a used machine now and your advice taught me what to look for!

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello DeanYou are WELCOME and Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos and for your compliment. Arthur

[@rickbloom1869]

Thank you for being on youtube and freely sharing your knowledge. I'm just starting out in leather and canvas and really can't afford lessons. You are a real help for guys like me. Please keep it up.

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello Rick, You are so WELCOME and Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos. Arthur

[@media1Promotions]

Mr. Porter, thank you so much for the thorough and concise explanation of the machines. I really appreciate the time you have devoted to your students.

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello Deborah, You are WELCOME and Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos. Arthur

[@media1Promotions]

Please continue to be a patient teacher!

[@55dude]

great video! Being a machine person it is nice to find somebody that can convey details and you seem to do a great job thanks!

[@ArthurPorter]

55dude, Thank you for watching and for your compliment. Arthur

[@randelllmalavida]

You are a wonderful teacher!!! The explanations were very thought out and answered many questions in regards to the sewing of leather, machines and why there are differences. Thank You for being so generous to share your knowledge, skill and great attention to detail. Anyone to be blessed to have lessons from you, I could only imagine how inspired they would be. You are an artist with style and grace, craftsman extraordinaire that has just touched my creative soul and raised the level of my game.

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello Randy, Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos and for taking the time to give such a kind compliment, your post have really lifted my SPIRIT!! Thank You Arthur

[@randelllmalavida]

Hey There Arthur, I'm so glad that I could lift your spirits, however it is your style, passion and artistry that are truly inspiring and uplifting to my creative spirit. Thank you and may you always feel great with love. Happy Holidays. Sincerely, Randy Chavez

[@cryptnotic]

You, sir, are a scholar and a gentleman. Thank you for making this video. More importantly, thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience with others.

[@Angeldreams2012]

Your videos are the only one's i will watch and understand properly.....very informative. I would not want to learn from anyone else. i too have an industrial straight-stitch with a clutch motor. soon to have an industrial walking foot to make handbags/purses in leather. Please post more videos.

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello Diane, Thank you so much for such a kind compliment and for taking the time to watch our videos, send us some pictures when you get a chance. Arthur

[@chuckcanham3516]

Mr Porter, I have been watching your video's for some time , and I just wanted to say how much I have enjoyed them and how much you have helped a beginner like me, Thank you for taking the time to put this information out there for all of us, Chuck

[@tedhobgood]

"It's like pulling a boat with a motorcycle." LOVE IT! Very helpful video, thank you so much, Arthur. Your conversational style is very accessible and informative.

[@gmartin8818]

Hey Arthur, I wish I lived in your area, I would attend all your classes. You are an excellent teacher. Thank you so much and God bless you!

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello G Martin, Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos and for your compliment and Thank you for your BLESSING! BLESSINGS to you and your family Arthur

[@ny6901]

Really Great! Thank you for sharing your experience & preventing me going though all the sewing machines you have to get to where you are. Experience is Everything!!! You are a treasure. Wish I could take your classes in person!

[@mikeschmoll4079]

I love this video. It is amazing what a graphic representation of the mechanics of what a certain type of machine can accomplish compared to another machine. I want to ask so many questions, but, I think you have answered them all with a beautifully produced tutorial. thanks a bunch!

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello Mike, Thank you for watching our videos and for such a compliment, if you ever have any questions, please contact me. Arthur

[@motoboyonline1]

Hi Arthur, This is the first time ever I'm posting a comment on KZbin and I must say that this video helped me a lot in confirming my thoughts on sewing machines. I just took delivery of my walking foot industrial sewing machine this morning. It is a Typical GC0303 DC motor-driven unit mounted on its own table. I have been doing motorcycle seat upholstery as a hobby here in Sydney Australia for 3 years now and the bike shops here in Sydney just keep on sending me their customer's seats for repair every single week (I think they like my work!) doing seats from scooters to BMWs and Ducati's. I got away with a 2nd hand Janome to start my work, eventually getting rid of it (skipping stitches too much) and using a Toyota Denim machine bought from a craft shop. It was brand new with a "walking foot" attachment to it, mostly made out of plastic which was fine for the first 10 months but eventually started breaking apart, losing upper tension which led to uneven stitches. I did really well despite the machine handicap though I dreamed that someday I could get the thickest thread and a decently wide stitch similar to the commercial pro upholsterers. Today I have made that step from hobbyist towards professional bike seat upholsterer. I am glad to see your video to affirm that the investment I made on this REAL sewing machine (with the meager savings that I have) is the right decision for me. Can't wait to go home and do my first job on the right machine. Thank you for inspiring me with your video.

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello motoboyonline1, First of all, I want to CONGRATULATE you on your new sewing machine, I also want to thank you for taking the time to post your comment and and share your experience with me, this is very exciting and inspiring to me and I know it will be inspiring to others all over the world, your story will show others if they keep moving forward, thing will happen for you, when ever you get a chance and if you don't mind, could you send me some pictures, I am going to make a video showing the work of our viewers from all over the world. Thanks again for contacting me from all the way from Sydney Australia. Arthur

[@udoboesenberg8202]

Arthur, this is the first time that someone cleared my mind for me on the type of sewing machine. Thanks so much and keep it up!!

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello Udo, You are WELCOME and Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos and for your compliment. Arthur

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello Chris, Thanks for watching our videos, I am not at the shop today, when I go in on Tuesday I will take a look at what model my Singer 211 is, I will tell you this, I love working with that machine. Arthur

[@momforjustice]

I learn so much from watching your videos! I'm looking to make leather goods in the near future and I believe that this video alone has just saved me money because instead of learning through trial and error, I now know what to look for. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. It is much appreciated.

[@kelvingordonel1974]

Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and making all us crafters more sensitive to knowing that when working from the stand point of industrial machinery that there is not one machine to do every job. Each industrial machine is tailored for a specific duty.

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello Kelvin, You are WELCOME and Thank you for taking the time to watch our video, you are so right, each machine have it's limitations. Arthur

[@tk3748]

Thank you so much for your videos -- I just discovered them tonight and watched 3 already... your kindness is much appreciated!

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello Theresa, You are WELCOME and Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos. Arthur

[@damomz1]

Such a gift to be able to teach like you do. I have just started and have learned so much from your videos. It's clear you enjoy what you do as well as teaching about what you do.

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello Terri, Thank you for watching, you are right, I love teaching, I love seeing learning how to do something that they did not know how to do, I get excited when knowledge is pass on. Arthur

[@larrysfarris]

Great job - excellent video! Very informative. I tell my guys at work the same thing about "quality" - that's what will out live you. In six months or a year, nobody will remember how fast you did something but the quality (or lack of it) will still be there for all to see.

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello Larry, I apologize for just now getting with you, Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos and for your compliment, I believe in quality with whatever we do in life, when I was young, I would hear the elders say, jack of all trades and master of non, I never understood what they were saying, until I master the leather craft, now I know that if I learn how to master one thing, everything I do will be done as a master. Arthur

[@walshamite]

Thanks, Arthur... many good and valuable points you made there. Isn't KZbin amazing? Over 146,000 people have learned from your wide experience in this video. :)

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello walshamite, You are WELCOME and thank you for your kind comment and compliment. Arthur

[@user-pj1qy4fp4f]

Thank you for the information on sewing machines and the motors. I am a beginner and looking to purchase a machine. I read some of your answers to the comments posted and I am learning more information. You are a great teacher! Thank you!

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello Nene315, You are WELCOME and Thank you for your compliment. Arthur

[@brianchester2122]

Now that was an insight I never expected. I am gathering info for my first machine. I can understand why the constant pressure helps with the stitch but only after seeing your video. I appreciate your pace as well. I have subscribed. Thanks, Arthur. Brian

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello Brian, You are WELCOME and Thank you for subscribing to our channel and for taking the time to watch our videos and for your compliment. Arthur

[@cubiche729]

Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge with us, it is so amazing to learn from someone with experience, specially for someone like me that is so hungry to learn and can't go out to classes. Thanks again, I really appreciate you.

[@sbuxdc]

Hi.Arthur. I just retired, have never been interested in sewing in younger years, but thought I'd like to take an upholstery class now which, by the way, I've not yet found offered in the Memphis TN area. I was actually querying for industrial upholstery machines and came across your site. I thoroughly enjoyed your video presentation as it was so well done. You not only displayed a wide range of machines, including demonstrations, but went into detail with examples of usage of each. Thanks for the lesson. It was well worth my time, and I appreciate yours.

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello sbuxdc, You are WELCOME and Thank you for your compliment and Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos, I appreciate you, I believe everybody time is very valuable, CONGRATULATIONS on your retirement, if there is anything that I can help you with, I will be honor to. Arthur

[@puppygirl5618]

Thank you for such a detailed video. You've really helped me to better understand sewing machines. Will be watching more of your videos.

[@robertabrady7817]

You are a bundle of information,I have learned so much. It would be nice to have a industrial sewing machine with a walking foot but a little out of reach to be making leather gifts and not being in the business. You do wonderful work. Have been watching your videos constantly. Thanks for educating me and everyone else.

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello Roberta, You are WELCOME and Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos and for your compliment . Arthur

[@chrismccollum6913]

Great video sir. When i read that you're in Dallas....praise the Lord! I'll be calling about a sewing class in the Fall as I want to make a few leather goods for myself and family. Thanks again for the excellent video. You're a wise man.

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello Chris, Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos and for your compliment, if you are in Dallas, stop by and see us. Arthur

[@hennyaugustien4317]

Hi Arthur, thank you for sharing your knowledge. i always admired with people who love to share their skill with others. I'm a selfthought sewer who first learn to sew through other peoples free tutorial on internet. i used to sew simple clutches and pencilcase with my home sewing machine. had ever tried handsewed 2 of my tote leather bags and now getting interested in sewing leather with machine. I'm from Indonesia, south east asia, and not easy to find those magic machines you showed.

[@robeasy13]

Great video....Love the clip and rubber band idea for holding threads. Wish there was somebody like you in my area giving lessons.

[@anjisanb8747]

Hello Arthur Porter. Thanks you for taking the time to make this very informative video. It's answered many of my questions and more. I am a very experienced (domestic) sewer and have used leather and suede many times but I now want to sew heavier weight leather for bags etc. I found this video so useful . Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello Anjisan, You are so WELCOME, Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos and for your compliment, we are working on a lot more videos to upload, they will be coming soon. Arthur

[@bert0g]

Just discovered your channel and have learned so much as a beginner, thank you so much for these videos.

[@andrissvilans6161]

Awesome presentation and a great introduction to sewing of leather, something of which I know very little. I baulked when I saw that it was almost 30 minutes, but there was not a minute wasted. Looking forward to seeing your video on actual sewing techniques.

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello Andris, Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos and for such a kind compliment. Arthur

[@ArthurPorter]

WOW, Tyrone, Thank you for watching and you are so WELCOME. Arthur

[@mkuzumaki]

Thank you Mr. Arthur for your inspiring videos , you take pride in your work and I love that. I look forward to watching more of your Awesome creations, thank you

[@fouellet1701]

Very informative. Especially about the "domestic" v. "industrial" machines. Those who sell old home machines on eBay saying that they are "industrial strength" should watch this! Thanks.

[@TwoFeatherChannel]

Yes this video answered a lot of questions on which type of machine needed. Walking foot is the answer. I was watching videos by TuffSew Machines and found this one.

[@tuffydoodle]

That Singer Merrit home machine that you are working on is the exact model of my first sewing machine. What good memories. I wish I still had it, I traded it in for a New Home that I ended up hating. This was all years ago, I have other machines now. I really enjoy all your vides, I just discovered your channel and it's taking me awhile to go through them all.

[@ArthurPorter]

tuffydoodle, Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos, I really do appreciate you taking the time because most of my videos are long than most videos. Arthur

[@alisafleming3740]

Love your Videos!!!! I am a milliner and I want to invest in a industrial sewing machine, but have always been intimidated, but after watching your videos , I am more confident and I will be purchasing one soon. And I will share and pass it on!thank you! You are a God Send!!!Alisa

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello AlisA, You bare WELCOME and Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos and for your compliment and for Passing them on to others. Arthur

[@dreamwoodsbutterfly]

Hi Arthur. I came across your video today and just wanted to say thank you for sharing your wealth of knowledge with us. I've enjoyed sewing duffle bags for my sons and have been really pushing my small Brother cs6000i to no end. Now that I know I enjoy making bags, and have had several people inquire about them, I've been considering an industrial machine and thanks to you now know it must be a walking foot industrial! Can't wait to pick your brain when I'm ready to purchase! You are a blessing and your students are truly blessed to learn from you.

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello Teri, You are so WELCOME and Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos, when you start looking for a machine and find one that you are thinking about purchasing, send me the information and I will take a look at it if you like. Arthur

[@stoneblue1795]

A kind fellow for taking the time to serve this up to us. I enjoyed it.

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello J.P. Stone, Thank you for your kind compliment. Arthur

[@TonyBartlettGuitarist]

Excellent, In depth tutorial! You took time to explain things very well. Thanks!

[@randelllmalavida]

Dear Arthur, I just want to let you know how much you inspire me and what you do to my heart. For I know, where there is love, there is a love for you!!! I know I can't be alone, when I say this, "I Love You!!!" Thank You from Heart❤️ I want you to know that you are the kind of person that makes this world beautiful. Through your style that is pure artistry and vibrant, with the energy of a galaxy, more brilliant and dazzling than any star~ You are what wisdom and life was intended to be bequeathed to this world by those that built the pyramids, gave us the math deeply embedded in the pyramids, navigated the globe and were masters as you, teachers like you and all had dark beautiful skin like all those of the great Dynastic epochs that wrappings of kings still are embedded with Melanie, and even today complements any color fabric no matter how bright. I know this because, In Bahia Brasil, I studied percussion with the group Ile' Aiye' all Pro Black Afro movements~ Bands, Percussion Community Groups that stirred up controversy in the 1970's Yeah~They tried to adorn me with bold colors and even all white against my white freckled skin~ Let's not go there. I hope you are well, I just went down to Tandy Leather, I'm horrible at this so far but I have a vision because of you. Sincerely, Randy Chavez

[@ArthurPorter]

Francois, You are so right, PATIENT is the key word, there is lots of machines our there that are in storage, people are looking to sale. Arthur

[@mihaivintila4254]

Congratulations for the video. Very clear and useful. Even I have bought a non proper machine for leather sewing (a portable one...), next step will be, this video accordingly. Thanks and regards from Romania!

[@dbriscoe2002]

I’m so glad my mom told me (well she demanded) that I watch this video first. Had I not, I would have messed up my brand new Viking Oval 670. I recently visited the new Tandy store in Ft. Worth during a business trip and was all set to start sewing fashion garments with leather. I’m going to be in Dallas/Ft. Worth January 2014 and will email you for more details about attending a class or such. I’m so floored as the information I didn’t know. Thank you tremendously for sharing this valuable knowledge and preventing my from slowly killing my $1200 new machine. I need to buy the proper tools/instruments.

[@ArthurPorter]

You are so WELCOME, The next time you are in Dallas, stop by and see us. Arthur

[@tumbleweedfarm]

Thank you for sharing! I do leather holsters by hand (saddle stitch) and I've been considering a sewing machine. Very informative!

[@atelierjbruno]

Thank you, Arthur. I don't speak English good enough to say how you are changing my life. A lot kisses from Brazil. Thanks, and thanks and thanks. lol.

[@eddieflores2852]

I just want to say thank you for explaining the sewing machines in great plain English for a person that is just starting to learn how to sew leather. I have been stitching a saddle stitch by hand but that gets old ..lol. My poor Singer 15 125 is now a nice wall hanger. Again thank you for your video.

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello Eddie, You are WELCOME and Thank you for watching our videos and for your compliment, don't give up your hand stitching, that is the one thing I wish that I would have learn to do. Arthur

[@RosesBexar]

Thank you so much for this video, answered questions that I didn't know I had in the back of my mind. I make hats, also have 4 straw braid antique millinery sewing machines from year around 1884. The info. you shared about the AC/DC motor helped. The DC motor I purchased 5 years ago, love the regulator for sewing straw braid and never knew about the AC motors. God Bless you Sir.

[@jesshothersall]

I like the fact the DC motor goes quiet when you stop peddling, more restful to use in that sense, though am used to a (domestic) pedal that does what I tell it. Great video, thanks, really liked going through the different machines, and why they are/are not suitable for leather, very helpful as am currently looking for a machine for leather.

[@gsdls]

Another great video. I felt like I was sitting with you in a weekend chat. Thank you very much.

[@stevemackelprang8472]

Very good information , clearly and thoroughly explained. Thank you for your time and effort.

[@HelenesDreams]

Hello Mr. Porter, I want to thank you kindly from the bottom of my heart for you sincere kindness and love in sharing your trade. You are truly an inspiration to me and please know you are making a difference in the lives of those you touch. God Bless you...

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello HelenesDreams, You are WELCOME and Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos and for such a kind compliment and for your BLESSING. Arthur

[@albaneforleather]

Arthur, I enjoyed you presentation. Thank you for taking the time to make it.

[@ChimplaGoober]

What a blessing you are. Thank you so much for sharing your wealth of knowledge. I've gained so much.

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello Cynthia, You are WELCOME and Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos. Arthur

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello Tammy, Thank you for watching our videos and for your comment, glad to hear this video was some help to you. Arthur

[@swordfish1120]

Very good explanation of the straight foot machine and the benefits of a walking foot machine. I don't sew but I remember my mom using a nice old Singer and I'd like to dust it off and give it a shot.

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello Sword Fish, Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos and for your compliment. Arthur

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello Rob, Thank you for watching our videos and for your comment, one of our goals is to be able to any where in the world and teach ours how to do what we have learn to do, one day you just may see us in your area. Arthur

[@rogerd.hardin7156]

Thank you Arthur. I watched KZbin videos on how to do it and got it done. Machine sews perfectly now.😁

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello Roger, You are WELCOME and Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos and for your compliment!! Arthur

[@ronnib6392]

I miss this soooooo much Mr. Porter! Thank you for everything!

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello Ronni, You are WELCOME and Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos. Arthur

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello Mrs Smith, I own one of these portable walking foot machine, we use it when we do workshop on location, this is what we use, I know other people that own these machines and they are very happy with their machine. Arthur

[@mandifmassey]

Another wonderful video Authur. Thank you for sharing. I'm going to share your link with our handbag class. There has been alot of questions about what type of machine to buy and this video is very informative for those who may have no prior knowledge of industrial machines.

[@asmith6076]

Your video was very helpful as I'm in the market for a machine now. I didn't know the difference between the AC and DC machines. And I wasn't sure I could sew on my home sewing machine. You saved my motor!!:)

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello a smith, You are WELCOME and Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos and for your compliment. Arthur

[@anarvaez5788]

Sir thank You very much. You helped a lot in one video and explain so much with no money down.

[@rosannajohnson9914]

You have inspired me to not be intimidated to learn a new skill. I hope you will continue to bless the lives of others and that blessings will flow your way abundantly. I have never sewn anything before but your videos have really inspired me. Do you have any no machine req. techniques, using leather string for newbies like myself. Be Blessed!

[@trap_skeet_clays_2867]

Hello Arthur! I have been considering the purchase of a machine to make bags but did not know where to begin. Your video is very informative and answered my very basic question of the difference between a residential machine and an industrial machine. I need to go direct to an industrial machine based on the info in this video. My next question about the difference between a straight stitch and a walking foot is also answered in this video as well. I need a walking foot. The info about an A/C versus a D/C is helpful as well. I will choose the A/C based on info in this video. Thanks for sharing your valuable experience with a novice like me. I have watched several other of your videos however this is my first comment. Keep up the good work, you are a true professional.

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello Christopher, You are WELCOME and Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos and for your compliment. Arthur

[@jamstar151]

Hi Arthur, Thank you Thank you Thank you!!! You made me smile, laugh and fall back in love with sewing. Your video is so on point and user friendly. I'm looking for a workhorse machine and your breakdown of walking vs straight foot stitch and AC vs DC is so very helpful! Thank you again! Jaime

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello Jaime, You are so WELCOME and Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos and for you compliment, if you ever have any questions, please contact me and I will do what ever I can to help you out. Arthur

[@samhere2232]

Arthur, you the Man, thanks Bro, the way you take time to describe your process yet you don't bore the audience is nicely done, where do you offer sewing classes at?

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello Sam, Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos and for your compliment, if you are in Dallas, stop by and I will show you how to sew. Arthur 214-421-9900

[@droflah76]

Thank you for the great video's! You are thorough and knowledgeable and most importantly you instill confidence with focus on what's important. Much gratitude from Canada!

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello Josh, You are WELCOME and Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos and for your compliment. Arthur

[@thephranc]

Great video sir. I've been using my grandmothers 1950s Singer clone and instead of the motor I have been hand cranking it. I don't do leather but do use marine grade vinyl and I had all kinds of problems and now I know why. So thank you for the education.

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello thephranc, You are so WELCOME and Thank you for watching our videos, I started with a 1914 Singer, that was my first sewing machine. Arthur

[@DavidLee-rg3xf]

Hey, thanks for the advice given. Is it possible i can google it and look at some straight stitches from the rex machine? I tried but no result at all. Can you advice me to get another walking foot for nicer stitch but around 300-400USD price range? I am planning to make watchbands for 8 months only, maybe only 5 pairs per week.

[@ginagjuniort]

Thank you so much for making this video. It was perfect and your knowledge and willingness to share it with the world is very much appriecated.

[@everwharesismine]

Excellent video... I have followed in almost exactly in your same footsteps.. from the boxed portable to the Singer supposed "commercial" machine sold by "school" reps at a sewing store, to a Singer cast iron straight stitch machine mounted in a table to finally last year I found a commercial Consew walking foot machine with motor (no table) from an acquaintance .. I wish I had seen your video before..

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello everwharesismine, Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos and for sharing your journey with us, the good news is, you have gone through this journey and now you are getting ready to hit a home run. Arthur

[@matdur2000]

You're a good man Arthur Porter

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello matdur2000, Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos and for your compliment. Arthur

[@chicagowebguy]

I thoroughly enjoyed this video Arthur. I am a perfectionist and I really appreciated your comment at the end of your video about pushing for quality. I need to know how to cut leather with perfection. Its something that I have yet to look into but I will need to learn that too. Great job on your video. I have to see the rest. ;)

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello John, Thank you for your comment and your compliment, when you get a chance take a look at our video, "How To Make a Clutch Bag" you will see how to cut leather. Arthur

[@tdkandy]

Thanks Arthur, I am watching this in Sri Lanka, and it's so useful.

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello Betsy, Thank you for watching and for you compliment, you are so right, most people think if they share with others, they need to be paid. Arthur

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello violetgypsie, You are so WELCOME and Thank you for watching our videos, we have a Singer 211 and a Glaco DY- 260. Arthur

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello Kenneth, Thank you for watching our videos and for your comment, I am self-taught also, I always tell people that, we can teach our self how to do something that we do not know how to do. Arthur

[@GadgetMan222]

Great video, thanks for sharing your knowledge on these machines. I love the tip on using the clip with the rubber band to hold your thread, I'm going to do that on my machine right now.

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello Mark, You are WELCOME and Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos and for your compliment. Arthur

[@GadgetMan222]

Arthur Porter Arthur. Maybe you could help me with a problem with my walking foot machine. My machine looks just like your Thompson Walking foot. Mine is an Alphasew PZ400. I mostly make camping gear and work a lot with Cordura fabric. But lately the fabric seams to bunch up behind the presser foot when I first start sewing. I have to stop and raise the presser foot so that I can straighten out the fabric and then start sewing again. Once I get a few inches sewn, all is fine. Do you think its the presser foot tension ? Any advise would be appreciated. Thanks Mark

[@purpletoo12]

What a blessing to find this video ...Arthur you are amazing. Thank you for sharing!

[@galealexander2350]

I will say that I have learnt a lot through watching your video!! My goodness I have made mistakes with machines that I have bought which "the seller has claimed they sew through leather" I can therefore relate to everything in this video!! Thanks so much because you have explained the facts in layman terms which I can understand!!

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello Gale, You are WELCOME and Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos and I apologize for just now getting back with you. Arthur

[@betsycicilese1]

I like your philosophy of sharing. Some folks are so stingy with their knowlege. Thank you for yours

[@ArthurPorter]

Rosanna, This is a great idea for a video, I think making a video on how to thread and how to use a machine. Thanks Arthur

[@sherriwood1257]

Thank you for a very informative review of sewing machines. You will find me looking over more of your videos. A newbie with lots of ideas and glad to find resources.

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello Sherri, You are WELCOME and Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos and for your compliment. Arthur

[@LegendarySaxon]

Extremely informative, and potentially saved me several hundred dollars getting the wrong machine as a first time buyer. Now i know what questions to ask. Hancock Fabrics recommended a Janome 8050 for leather sewing btw.

[@javier8813]

I finally was able to watch the video is excellent thank you very much. I have spoken with Erik and he sent me a picture of a different sawing machine. He said that's the one you have but I see that is not the same .

[@dianneedwards4978]

Thanks again and I purchased a Chandler Walking foot industrial sewing machine today. It has been delivered and set-up. It is like the Consew in the video.

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello Dianne, CONGRATULATIONS on getting your machine. Arthur

[@ROCKNTV1]

thnx for the very informative video Arthur, I do not now how to sew, but have long been intrigued by the beauty in the machine mechanism and build quality of these old sewing machines. I certainly did not realize how many men do this work, sewing machines has sort of a girly stigma, and i often get looked at strangely when i pick these up at yard sales and such, of coarse, it is women doing the look n, think magnet,lol. Thnx for your vids and info

[@JayJay-ge9sm]

I learnt so much from this video. I am looking into starting leather sewing. Thank you so much!!

[@ArthurPorter]

Hello Jean, You are so WELCOME and Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos and for your compliment, I believe in moving forward. Arthur

[@missdavina745]

Hello Mr Porter, My name is Davina I have just now come across across your you tube channel I have to say you are one inspirational man! wow! I have come across your channel in search of trying to find a QUALITY industrial and long lasting sewing machine. Im trying to find one that will be able to be used to sew Vinyl, leather, denim and other thick material for intricate projects like designing lingerie and harnesses which need to be extremely durable for activities for performers. I would greatly appreciate your help and guidance. I want to thank you so much for your time. I hope that your health improves greatly and that you remain healthy. You've got so much knowledge thank you for sharing your skills and wisdom! Sincerely, Miss Davina