How To Sew Up A Leather Bag by Machine

[@kyliewalker6647]

I know this video is 5 years old, however that's the thing about leathercraft, it's timeless. A beautiful, well made leather bag would make a terrific graduation gift.Thanks for sharing sharing your insights & invaluable advice,.like skiving edges for a professional finish. It's still being appreciated by atelier enthusiasts, like myself. Cheers

[@harryrogers]

Thanks very much

[@bliksemdonder5624]

Watched a number of your videos over the years and now at the point in the craft where I can use your methods. Thank you for sharing this.

[@DClarke1954]

Absolutely stunning work there Harry. Your calm, measured commentary is a joy, the work is sublime and the help you give us beginners is priceless. Thank You!

[@harryrogers]

Thanks Danny.

[@robthewaywardwoodworker9956]

This is the Mr. Rogers i wish I had grown up watching! Learn so much from your videos. Thank you.

[@solomona7228]

Yo…… I could not agree more. You can bet this is gonna be the videos I show my kids. Lol so wholesome and focused on his craft. Awesome

[@harryniedecken5321]

Thank you for the video. It is great to see a craftsman in tune with the work.

[@autouniontypeA]

Brilliant video as always. You have inspired me to restore an old Singer 111g156. Thank you for all your hard work to make these videos.

[@omarsosa9341]

This is one of the best tutorials I’ve seen regarding sewing leather with a machine . Thanks for making this video.

[@harryrogers]

Thanks Omar

[@Glennoutdoors]

Thanks for your time Harry , I just purchased my new sewing machine and this will help !!

[@sklee1644]

I wish you can post more of your works here. Love your works.

[@iLoveLeatherNYC]

I'm really quite smitten with you and your leather work. The bag is in fact turning out very nicely - - love that heavy leather in a chocolate brown.

[@KH-qj6er]

Your timing couldn’t be better for me Harry - I’ve just got a Durkopp Adler flat bed machine and a cylinder arm machine. Thanks so much for your great videos. I’ve learnt tonnes from you.

[@harryrogers]

K H Great..thanks.

[@dallasbirdsong6912]

I have been watching your videos here and there for over over a year or so, first time commenting. I really want to tell you how much your efforts are appreciated that you share your knowledge and skills to help and educated the novice. If it weren't for people such as yourself taking the time to create these lessons leather craft wouldn't be near what it is today for the knowledge would being dying like a grape left on the vine. For that I would like to say, Thank you Mr. Harry Rogers and God Bless

[@eeeezy7988]

Thank you for making this video. Because of multiple injuries I can no longer hand stitch. I have been wanting to see how to use the sewing machine for bags and this was very helpful.

[@thejasonofalltrades]

Great video, Harry. I like the idea of back-stitching at intervals when sewing the panels together to provide extra security! I work for a company making leather bags, and for turning the more difficult ones, we have a metal pole, the tip of which has been carefully smoothed, fixed vertically to the workbench. You can then use both hands on the bag while pushing against the pole to turn the bag right-side-out. If you're doing a lot of bags, it might be helpful to you, and you certainly have the skills to make something like that yourself! Nice work, and thanks for another enjoyable video!

[@harryrogers]

Thanks Jason that is a great tip.

[@arielsbeloved]

Your bag is practical, timeless and well made! Thanks for taking time to explain everything. Very helpful video! :)

[@harryrogers]

You are so welcome!

[@trapperdad121]

The satchel looks great! I hand sewed four satchels as gifts last Christmas. I wish I had a sewing machine. It makes it look so much easier.

[@harryrogers]

Faster but not as satisfying as hand stitching!

[@devriescustomleather1109]

Copper and dark leather you can't beat that combination

[@LoraKnutson]

Hi Harry. I love your bags. I love learning how to work with leather, and you make look so easy. That bag you stitched on your machine is a very nice one indeed. Keep up with the awesome videos. Love them.

[@pablonorte77]

Вот смотрю тебя чувак и слезы на глазах. О такой машине не то что мечтать ее даже в интернете найти невозможно. Про купить вообще молчу. У нас в стране завалено все дешевым Китаем. Таких машин не было и не будет

[@sphinxios]

thanks for the tip on doing extra backstops (going back a bit and forward again) in high wear areas that will stop the seamfor going up further, this will work with sewing fabric as well. i made my own fingerless gloves from fleece just before i learned of this trick, which would been good in certain areas n them. great tip. great bags you are making , i love your mentality on the quality. it is the small things that makes the difference of a great product.

[@harryrogers]

Thanks. Rgds Harry

[@sonialatham6467]

thank you so much for this video. your leather work is stunning. I really appreciate the tips and teaching!

[@camillea2333]

Awesome! Can't wait to work with leather. Thanks for helping to demystify it!

[@harryrogers]

Thanks

[@wilkbor]

Thanks, Harry. I always enjoy your videos and certainly respect your skills.

[@GaryWall]

A very nice bag Harry. Maybe a suggestion for a future video would be how you come about designing your more complex bags.

[@petersiliekrause2203]

This is so helpful for getting an idea what my cylinder is actually able to do. Mine is only double feed, but still should be able to cope with thinner leather. I will have to improve my skills a lot, since I‘ve been only using heavy fabrics and artificial leather so far. Thanks for sharing your techniques and your knowledge, and for taking the time to put this together. Regards from Germany 🇩🇪

[@harryrogers]

Thanks very much.

[@عابرسبيل-و5ي1س]

Thanks for sharing this info I was wondering how do leather craft do it . Thinking to start soon on leather craft . Wish me luck

[@ewayne1527]

I truly enjoyed watching this video. And I’ve seen numerous bags made with the seams exposed. But the hidden seams are so much more attractive and professional looking. Great job from the US!

[@harryrogers]

Thanks

[@devriescustomleather1109]

Really like the grain on that side panel

[@ryannader4359]

What leather did you make that bag from it looks amazing. I'm always looking for quality Pebbled veg tans

[@harryrogers]

Hi it was dry milled combination veg oil tan, about 2.2mm thick.

[@boephco]

Awesome instructional Harry! You cover so many aspects of your craft.

[@harryrogers]

Thanks very much

[@ramloganfracic5761]

Good morning Harry .Thank you for sharing this video. I always learn something new from you..If I can claim that I am one of your fans So Blessings

[@isaiahboakye2426]

This is my first time thanks for sharing your wonderful ideas. Please how much is this machine?

[@ramloganfracic5761]

I love that bag and your skills God bless you.

[@harryrogers]

Thanks

[@GarnettM]

Very nice Attache Case , Watching - Harry a benefit for you on the arm machine is 2 or 4 strong laces hanging from the ceiling on a loop or swivel but at the end of your machine with clips to hold the project at a level so it can turn but hold your work they`ll twist but not alter your seams you can hold both sides of the foot .

[@harryrogers]

Thanks Garnett

[@suryaprakash6962]

Sir, you have done a fabulous job.

[@harryrogers]

Thanks Surya

[@gillesanglehart5300]

You are an artist!!!!

[@dochayesnm]

Thank you, Harry. Beautiful bag and great video...as always.

[@jbonham78]

super bag - thanks for taking the time to share your knowledge!

[@scottmorrell2791]

I uses a cylinder arm machine. for all my work. I do bag's, holsters, and all repairs can't beat it for all around work

[@stephaniesokaris3257]

Thank you so much for posting all of your videos! I am a beginner and all of your tips and experience is so helpful!!!! I am using a Cobra 26 cylinder arm and will be making bags and wallets soon- Thank you again!

[@harryrogers]

Thanks thats great Stephanie

[@gerisyandrayusman241]

I love the sound when you hold the leather... "krk-krk-krkk"

[@Laetitiaangelini]

I really liked your « macbook »😂😂😂😂😂 amazing vidéo as always thank you!!

[@mchaney2003]

Fantastic video! This was very insightful. I'm about to see my first leather laptop bag, and your discussion on the ways to think about bag sewing really helped.

[@harryrogers]

Thanks Matt

[@coopersmom8339]

Absolutely beautiful bag! Great taste! Thank you. Can you tell us about how you like your Tysew cylinder sewing machine?

[@harryrogers]

@@coopersmom8339 Thanks I really like this machine for bag weight work...not suitable for much heavier in my opinion, but excellent if you want to make bags etc.

[@coopersmom8339]

I would love to buy a pattern if you’re interested in selling. Also what’s called the bag closure accessory that you used? Thank you. Would love to see your bag collection!

[@chrisfournier6144]

Great bag, great video! Thanks Harry!

[@harryrogers]

Thanks for watching!

[@chrisfournier6144]

It’s always worth the time spent watching your instruction Harry!

[@mikekollross8810]

I enjoyed the "belt and braces" comment. Good analogy. In Canada we call them suspenders.

[@chrishill6043]

Enjoyed watching your video. Beautifully crafted bag

[@livelife4471]

Thank you, very informative in an unrushed manner.

[@leslieharper5897]

Nice bag i like all of your videos, i appreciate all your tips & teaching i have learnt a great deal thanks!

[@harryrogers]

Thanks Leslie

[@FireFighter1374]

Nice bag Harry.. Wonderful craftsmanship!

[@eugene7752]

You are an excellent master.Thank you for this video.

[@harryrogers]

Thanks.

[@ronwasser4852]

Great looking bag. You do excellent work.👍👍

[@harryrogers]

Thank you very much!

[@tangle70]

You do nice work. Thanks for the video.

[@harryrogers]

Tom Angle Thanks Tom

[@pinnaclerc8042]

You are very reassuring great video!

[@YarnoldJ]

I just found this - thank you, really useful

[@ErickCarbajal18]

Hola gracias por el video,no entiendo inglés pero si entiendo lo que haces,una pregunta,puedo costurar parches a la gorra con esta máquina ?

[@dperisty1]

I am just learning how to use my techsew 4800 pro and am loving these videos, thanks! Could you let me know what size thread and needle you are using for this bag? I currently have a size 18 needle using #69 thread. It looks so thin compared to all my hand sewing thread! I also don’t see as many people backstitching so much. I am practicing backstitching but I miss the holes 50 percent of the time! Any tips on getting the backstitching perfect?

[@guinefortCH]

Great, I just ordered a pack of clips and pens. Thanks.

[@murieljohnson2218]

Brilliant and very informative in a very friendly manner

[@joshuasmith423]

Great work! Just ordered your shoe book and it arrives tomorrow. Was wondering if you have any downloadable patterns for your bag like this one? Thank you and have a great rest of your day!

[@harryrogers]

Thanks Joshua I may try and get the plans into a book next winter....enjoy the shoes!

[@hopeindirect4165]

Craftsmanship of the masters. When I put on ma leather I made, and rock to sum Metallica, Delta Parole, Foo Fighters or the Smashing Pumpkins I feel like I can do anything in the whole wide world.

[@ARDELEAN.Designs]

great work! love this bag!

[@lewisjack432]

It's looking really beautiful!

[@carolehack226]

Hi Harry. Thanks for a super informative video, please could you let me know which Tysew machine you are using. Thanks for your help

[@harryrogers]

Hi its the Tysew cylinder arm without the binding attachment, its a copy of a Pfaff 335 I think.

[@lindamendoza2792]

Harry first time watching your tutorial. It was very interesting and you gave me some ideas for my bag. Going to look at your other tutorials. Have a nice day.

[@whitandpark]

“It’s like a birth” haha loved this Harry! Great video

[@harryrogers]

Thanks Parker...that's a real compliment from a great craftsman like you.

[@mikedeloach6849]

When making lined bags, a gap is left un-sewn in the lining (or maybe a pocket) through which the bag is turned inside out. Turning the bag inside out is commonly called "birthing" it.

[@fokus23300]

Stock & Barrel Co

[@humorlascano]

Wonderful job!

[@fotostudio68]

Thank you very much for video my friend! I can not sleep now...)))) Hello from Russia!

[@harryrogers]

Hello and good night!

[@fotostudio68]

@@harryrogers thank you )

[@equitime77]

That was a beautiful bag

[@nkantadanganiniput4731]

Thank you so much for your video, I have been sewing for 25 years.. I am goin to buy a leather sewing machine for making purse-bags-belt and wallet..What is the best Leather machine to buy?

[@rondumontier1187]

I do a great deal of this kind of work, plus much the same techniques as you. Nice work. My barrel is shorter and med duty.

[@voisold]

Thank you for making this video.

[@shmvon]

Seems like man who loves his job! I wonder how you'd fit in a divider panel though. I'd think outside stitching if the fabric is quite firm is the only option?

[@harryrogers]

I combine it with the main seam.

[@nelliedivinagracia7407]

I love this bag. Wish to have one.

[@tony_g_1905]

hello and thanks for sharing what kind of leather do you use for this bag? and at the edge its thined down to ___ ?

[@annamiss7789]

Благодарю за видео) скажите пожалуйста, какую швейную машинку вы используете?

[@darrenjameswalker9843]

Hi harry very informative video I'm thinking of getting same machine. Did you have to resemble this machine yourself or was all assembled for you the reason I ask it has to upstairs in my house thanks

[@1Sewstuff]

How are the snaps and other decor added created and added.

[@vernabohnert635]

Thank you so much for sharing your information, I’m really fascinated by these machines! Can you tell me what kind of sliver you have and the machine you use to attach brads, thanks again, your work is beautiful 😋!

[@tyroga]

I was keen to see how you turned it inside out. “Like a birth”... hahaha. The result is very cool. Very inspirational for a maker.

[@harryrogers]

Thanks James.

[@swordfish1120]

Very good vid. If you were repairing a thick leather vintage mail bag, and you wanted to sew some stitching that separated, do think the cylinder arm machine will best accomplish this? I'm in the market for a unison feed walking foot machine. I looked at a few table machines (Consew, Juki and Seiko) and I thought maybe the repairing of the leather bags could only be done on a table machine if the bag can be turned inside out? With the cylinder arm machine this does not appear as a necessity.

[@harryrogers]

I like the cylinder arm as it gives good access, and reaches places a flatbed will not

[@Jlayism]

Great video. Thanks for doing these.

[@dj621kelvin]

Nice work 👍. Does your cylinder arm machine have a facility to use a binding attachment?

[@harryrogers]

I think so but I would check with Tysew as I am not certain.

[@gavingoff1446]

Excellent helpful video.

[@Bartowham1]

Harry. Great video. When you are sewing seams that will be visible to the customer do you still backstitch often? I imagine it is more visible.

[@harryrogers]

Yes but if you hammer them after stitching they blend in ok

[@Bartowham1]

@@harryrogers thank you

[@br31woodlands69]

Very nice. Thank you much.

[@steviered100]

Hello Harry. What is the model number of the machine you are using. On the manufacturers site it shows the connecting rods to the foot pedals and it looks like they are adjustable so you can move the pedals to suit

[@seralmah6811]

It is amazing work .. Good job 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@azharothman8535]

dear harry, thanks for the video. very nice indeed. i hope i will do a bag in future. as you know leather is expensive. how to protect leather bag. do we just put a normal baby oil on it. what is your suggestion. could you describe how to make a bag from its design stage, template making and so on. cheers, azhar , malaysia

[@bzbcustoms4520]

great work looking good

[@6pekXX]

What brand is this machine? Beautiful work!

[@annwaters9484]

The D rings that hold the straps on the back look like they are sunk into a padded round support. How did you make those round pads that are riveted onto the back? They look like they make the strap holders more sturdy. Love the look of them!

[@harryrogers]

Thanks...the pads cover the D ring holders and keep everything nice and flush. The D rings etc are riveted onto a strong multilayer spine piece for extra durability .

[@annwaters9484]

@@harryrogers I've never seen anyone else use that design element. Love it!

[@vidchuttia]

Nice work, the bag is great)

[@gertipucher3348]

Thank you for this AWESOME video!!!! :)

[@shitang5628]

Thumbs up!!! Really enjoyed this video! Thanks for showing how to use a sewing machine! Hope one day I would purchase one for myself.

[@likeOMFGitsJONNY]

Beautiful work, thank you for sharing. I love the latch closure you chose. What is the weight/type of leather that you are using? I like how firm it is while still having some movement.

[@henniepelser5958]

Hi Harry, here in South Africa, I bought the Typical Gc2603 cylinder arm, sewing machine. Problem is I have a problem in finding the sewing/stitching guide attachment. Where did you order yours from please?

[@pakistangeographicchannel529]

Sir which make & model of this machine?? please mention

[@donaldbennett3773]

very nice .from Michigan USA . 01/31/2021 . 6:09 AM

[@eustoliosalinas3514]

Hello Harry, Which model is the machine? I’m a saddlemaker from Mexico ,and love your videos.

[@harryrogers]

Eustolio Salinas Hi it's a Tysew

[@WallStreet749]

Would you kindly tell me the model of your machine. You make the best leather videos on line. You teach as well as show. Thanks Always a thumbs up !

[@harryrogers]

It's a Tysew from Industrial Sewing...my name is on the review on their website for this one.

[@WallStreet749]

@@harryrogers Harry I tried to find a place to purchase a Tysew in the USA so far no luck. Can you help me with this? Maybe someone needs to become a dealer here in the States. I listen the the Tysew and hear precision its very quiet unlike other machines. I can only contribute this to a higher quality and engineering. I truly wish to buy a Tysew.

[@harryrogers]

@@WallStreet749 Hi I think it's UK only...but is a Pfaff 335? CLONE