Saddle Stitch Leather WITHOUT a Stitching Pony?

[@whazee]

Believe it or not, you basically taught me how to use this stitching method! 😄 I've never used a stitching pony once and I'm quite comfortable without it. 😊👍

[@xxlguitarscom]

Same here... Thank’s

[@wikkkkk]

Same here too! through Corter leather videos I learned saddle stitch without pony!

[@beren43]

Same here, I've actually found it to be easier and more freeing. I can alter the "no pony" method to fit anything I need, without the awkward "trying to fit it into a pony" nonsense. I've also found my stitches to be tighter and more uniform. Thanks Corter!

[@johnsonoutdoors8117]

It taught me how to stitch I want to learn to make a sheath for a knife and this is so helpful

[@Heliazul]

Yep you've taught me so much

[@StrengthScholar0]

I'm completely new to leathercrafting and I made a perfect 30 stitch line within 10 mins of finishing this video. Thank you for the amazing content!

[@shaunhall1838]

I’m a silver smith and I’m branching out to learn leather working so I can incorporate it into my projects. It’s amazing once you learn a craft how easy it is to get into another one. Wonderful channel you have and thank you so much for sharing your knowledge!

[@amberhesamisogynistheard2653]

I’d like to add that I’ve noticed that once you get into a hobby ANY other hobby you get into will have something to offer you knowledge wise and it often relates to the first hobby

[@sydc3667]

I was just thinking to myself how familiar it is to keep thread tension with the left hand, considering that you do the same thing while knitting and crocheting. Crafting skills definitely carry over.

[@MW-tm3su]

Dayum! Same here! 18 Years silversmith and lapidary.. just getting into leather

[@silvermeasuringspoons6462]

Me too! I sew clothes, started back when KZbin was not a thing. Now learning leatherwork is quite fun and easy.

[@hecklingheck9188]

Are you the guy from reddit that made the apron

[@soonerfabrication4044]

Believe it or not,Traditional archery, brought me to your vid. This method you teach reminds me of the Flemish twist bowstring method. I really like this method,as it is simple,and minimalistic. You have now set me free . Thank you

[@saytammm]

I had flemish twist vibes as well when using this technique!

[@stuartmarkman769]

I want too thank you for teaching me this method. I just redid a knife sheath that I stitched a week ago and it was bad. I totally took it apart and redid it today and what a difference. Thanks again for the lesson and all the rest of your videos. God Bless.

[@duxallinarow]

Holy cow. I watched your video, then watched it again, then tried your "leap-frog" stitch (on your minimalist wallet pattern FWIW). Within minutes I had doubled my stitching speed and produced an evenly tensioned stitch line without a stitching pony. You rock.

[@talitjiang]

I learned something totally new!!! I took leather crafting as an elective in fashion school and learned how to do it all with the walking foot machine. I made a men's coat as my final project with real cowhide. So now, 7 years later, it's something I just know how to do but don't practice. I was never introduced to saddle stitching, this is fascinating. Thank you!

[@daltanionwaves]

Perfectly executed tutorial, brilliant camera work, and dude has a great voice for narration. Looks like fun.

[@kristi94]

Going to sit and learn this. Don't have a pony yet as I'm just starting. My first project was the lighter case...watched your video...drew the pattern by eye 😂 used mom's common thread and some random needle and it turned out pretty good for a first project. Your videos are very clear, helpful and inspiring. Thank you 🙏🏻❤️

[@melissagodwin1594]

Congratulations! Sounds like leather is exactly your thing. 👌🏼

[@chiphungerford]

That was great, I have followed your progression from the start as I worked with your dad and he always shared your most recent adventures. I still have a card holder and camo bottle hook and both have held up great. You have inspired me to do some of my own leather work and I have made the tool pouch for my chisels a holster for a folding saw, a little belt pouch and a case for my AirPods. This video clears up some of the mistakes I have been making. Keep up the great work and high quality videos it is always a pleasure to watch.

[@horsecrazy4978]

I'm looking into leather craft to see if I want to get into it and I enjoyed this video and the way you demonstrated the stitch. I have no idea what a stitching pony is, but as someone who does a lot of hand embroidery and sewing, this method made perfect sense to me!

[@naktaal]

A stitching pony is essentially a large clamp typically made out of wood. The piece is held between the jaws of the pony allowing you to use both hands to sew. The biggest difference between this method and the stitching pony method is that with the stitching pony you have to pull the threads in opposite directions to keep the tension and you have to make sure you're applying equal tension and using the same angle.

[@cepkostar]

I ve been waiting for this video sooooooo long. Thank you. Greetings from Slovakia

[@fredstarkey3425]

Me too - thanks!

[@noperope4055]

Vazne? Ppci :D

[@zetawolfgang5106]

I love Slovakia. The Bratislava mall is so fun lol

[@thomasbowling6198]

Didn't realize you switched threads on the back side. I have watched you do this stich so many times and never caught that part of it. Thanks for showing it.

[@jasonb4350]

Finally made myself a stitching pony and I’m glad I did it’s so much easier in my opinion.

[@Voninga-np3yc]

This is by far the easiest way to do it. Thank you very much.

[@brenda18lee]

I considered getting a stitching pony for many years as my fingers were hurting from pulling the tension constantly with both hands, but this is going to make it so much easier and faster.

[@liambyrne2257]

I love that you get right into it! no fluff, its a refreshing video format!

[@mrshide3464]

It speaks! You have a wonderful and soothing teaching manner. Concise and clear.

[@teslaandhumanity7383]

Mrs Hide sounds like your wifey 😂. He’s good isn’t he .

[@94hockeykid]

I’ve been wanting to start working with leather for a while, and finally have a project that made me take the leap. This video was a perfect explanation, and even on my third row of practice stitching, I was able to fly through it and make it look nice.

[@jkallner]

Thanks!

[@landmarkleather]

Okay, I've been meaning to try this since I first saw this video last year. Anyone need a stitching pony? This changes everything! Took my least favorite part of leatherwork and made it my favorite part. Thanks for changing the paradigm! Amazing work!

[@NFree-Man]

I've started learning leathercraft a few month ago, using your method of stitching love it even if sometimes I use my pony. Thanks for helping me learning this

[@j.a.styles547]

Amazing! I think majority of the people starting in simple leather working doesnt have a sticthing pony , thank you for this method

[@LosPeregrinos51]

@1:11 PARALLEL to the edge not perpendicular but heck, what a great tutorial! Plus you saved me from buying a stitching pony (for now at least). I watched it twice and the third time ran it at 3/4 speed while I made my first attempt - even managed to stack the back stitching reasonably well. Thank you for this and all the other videos that kept me occupied during lockdown.

[@Thinlizzie83]

Thank you for all of your great videos. Because I don't have an industrial strength machine, I am going to have to hand sew a leather piece that I need for a cosplay costume. After watching a number of your videos, I feel confident to be able to properly sew my leather pieces together.

[@Teyla91]

Nice video! I figured out how you stitch from watching your other videos, but it's nice to hear you explain it and what the pros and cons are for you. I think I'm personally faster with a stitching pony and I like doing it that way, but I love to see how others do it and the various methods that could be used. Thanks for the video!

[@alwallace7371]

It's cool to see this is a real technique, I've been doing this for a while now just seeing what works without a stitching pony.

[@darylwayne611]

Thank you so much you just taught me how to start an Amazing hobby!! I was putting this off for awhile now because I was intimidated by the sewing, but you made it Easy and Awesome!!! Thank you again!! All the best!!

[@vicp2645]

Thank you for making this video. IMO this method is faster and less of a hassle compared to using a pony.

[@JimRodgers]

Great video. In my leather projects I've found that sometimes larger items or odd shaped items don't fit in my stitching pony well, or the stitching pony has a tendency to damage the work. Your method gives an option to solve those issues. Thanks for sharing!

[@domthorpe4372]

Iv watched 99.9% of your video and took the leap to give it ago made my 1st wallet today and wasn't happy with the stiching now I know where I was going worng thank you for showing it Dom from UK

[@genecarden780]

I have watched this multiple times. The concept and stitching is very straight forward and easy to grasp. The dexterity of your off hand is pretty amazing

[@darrenstibbard6773]

I've been watching your videos for a while and decided to jump in and try leather crafting. Never done it before in my life but made the plunge. the kit I got with practice patterns shows you a double running stitch but i knew i wanted to try a saddle stitch. I must have watched your video a million times over the last month but gave it a try with your video at the ready. It is so super easy and my stitches turned out as the best part of the project!! I was worried about not having a stiching pony but I dont' think i'll need one for a bit as your method is strong, fast and really easy to grasp! Thanks for doing it and inspiring myself and others!

[@fishing569]

Wow, this is the best explanation of the saddle stitch. I watched your videos and wandered how you stitch that way. Thanks for the video. Cant wait for the next one!!

[@genecarden780]

I made a stitching pony many years ago and basically used a lot of your concepts ( without knowing it) I have seen a lot of tutorials showing a lot of unnecessary things like “crossing the needles before pulling it through” to wrapping the off side thread over the needle all that is really necessary is pulling the backside down and back. But more importantly this is a very necessary technique if you make things like molded trays that are very difficult to hold in a stitching pony. I will be making A LOT of sample pieces and practicing this technique. I have not found any of your videos that didn’t have great value. Thank you

[@innisneill7510]

Thanks so much for this. I was sewing some thin faux leather pieces by hand that kept slipping inbetween my fingers like crazy. This made stitching them a breeze and it looks nice on both sides. Fantastic!

[@ChickenLips412]

I just restitched a knife sheath using your method. Worked great. To achieve a symmetrical appearance, I decided to start with a back stitch of three stitches IOT match the back stitch of three stitches at the other end. Looks great. Very much appreciated.

[@LizDavis2009]

Your stitch line are always so beautiful and consistent!! Thank you for the video...

[@jessicagriffith]

Thank you! I am doing a repair on a leather couch cushion. It’s leather piping that I redid with a saddle stitch, but to bring the seams back together with the new leather piping, normal saddle stitching was impossible.. Thank you!!!!!!!! I am plugging along now!

[@blackbear9326]

You make that stitching look so simple without a stitching pony. Brilliant tutorial. Thank you. 🇬🇧

[@TBizzell68]

I’m about to make a notebook cover since I can’t find one that I like. I only have the basic tools. In the past I have used a stitching awl. I will certainly be using this method from now on, thanks for the great explanation.

[@joecrafted]

I've seen a few of your videos and was fascinated by your stitching method. When I first saw it (at full speed), I thought it was a hand version of a lock stitch, but this makes it totally clear, thank you! I am going to practice this technique because it is something I can do just about anyplace.

[@TheAkumuKing]

This video is a blessing! I have no experience with leather work, but my dad needs a sheath for his bowie knife and I’m diving head first into learning how to make one by Christmas!

[@kukucoco6851]

How's it going? I'm looking forward to getting into leather working

[@cassandraknight6485]

Best teacher yet! Great job. Easy to follow and understand the techniques used.

[@masondemeyere7549]

I have never sewn or stitched anything in my life and i followed along this video, once i setup and got 5 stitches in i felt comfortable enough to speed up. Best video on youtube to learn this. Thanks! P.s. I pricked my finger like a doctors visit got blood on the wallet i was stitching otherwise looks pretty good😂😂

[@gulali270]

Brother, you have explained the simplest and best way to increase knowledge. Thank you

[@heatherfournier3329]

Thank you SO MUCH for this demo - I was able to mend my hiking boots using this technique, and I'm looking forward to many more happy trails without having to break in a new pair of boots!

[@willemh3319]

is there a way doing it single handed my left hand is not working paralyzed but i am enjoying rhis work sometimes watching a sadlemaker in the city i am living in the country

[@petek1pml746]

Great demo, wish I saw this yesterday, I did my first project all free hand. Stitched crooked and will use your technique next time. Ty

[@gemeni-dreams]

I'm so used to hand sewing that this seems appropriate for me 😊

[@jeramiahschaff3920]

I watched this 6-8 times and I learned how to hane sew with out a pony. Thank you for this.

[@mattv.7402]

Nice to see this slowed down a bit! I'm pretty sure you usually do this on your pieces, but it would be good to add that hammering down the stitch afterwards will really help by closing up the holes a bit and flattening the thread into the stitch line so it doesn't catch on things as easily (and/or use a stitching groover, but I think that's better for thicker leather & thread).

[@Corter]

Yep! You can also tap the threads :) With a diamond awl you're not removing any materials when you make your holes, so they will close up over time as well if you don't have a polished hammer!

[@suzanneparry8105]

This was a great tutorial thank you. I’m so glad someone has shown saddle stitch (or leapfrog)without a stitching pony! Thank you 😊

[@kokocaballero8440]

Thank you for this. Leather crafting came to mind only today and I have spent hours combing through videos, trying to determine the tools required to begin. I have been without an income for a while, so I was becoming discouraged about even bothering to start, with all the tools required and the associated costs. This has given me the option of foregoing at least one item for now. I have no idea how I am going to afford any of the tools or do it all without an income but I am hopeful. I am feeling very confident about pursuing this as a passion and income-earner. I already have an item in mind that I wish to focus on initially, so wish me luck and all the blessings I will need to become my own boss.

[@brotherBvideos]

my first leather piece came out, not too good lol but I'm working on my 5th piece now, a leather pouch, and Im using your method..wow, what a difference, now both sides of the piece stack very nicely, I think i was just pushing the thread through without really paying attention, thank you sir for sharing your knowledge, much appreciated. =)

[@petroviljoen9570]

fist ever project i did with leather and this stiching was the best part of the project.

[@waylander7]

I’m glad I happened across your video. I was dreading buying a stitching horse but now I don’t think I need one.

[@ariazv]

I learned this method through watching some of your videos actually. Love this tutorial, thank you.

[@gusjackson1172]

I bought 3 of your patterns today! Thank you! I tried to practice saddle stitching... lol... immediately shoved the needles into my fingers on the back side and bled on my leather. Lol. Thankfully it was just a small piece of practice veg tan. 1st stitch line was bad but, I did not sink the pricking irons deep enough and was trying to use a flat awl to open the holes (I did not get them straight) Second stitch attempt was much better (except bleeding on it) however about 3/4 down I pierced the thread. That I figured out is not easily fixed. You make it all look so easy! I’ll keep on practicing! Thank you so much for teaching here on You Tube! Thank you for the patterns too!

[@Corter]

Thanks so much! Practice is key - just use scrap leather to practice stitching lines until you're comfortable, don't worry about making anything functional and let yourself have room to mess up and learn.

[@bachillerette]

Thanks for the video. I always have an issue with poking through the thread and now I know how to keep my stitches stacked and clean.

[@Anders.B]

Wow thanks for posting this. I starting stitching your way after watching this and immediately improved. It's easier and neater. Thanks!

[@dmack1827]

Incredibly helpful! Thanks for taking the time to share your experience. Nigel Armitage says there are thousands of ways to stitch and as long as you have the correct outcome, your method is correct. I really like your method and think it will come in handy with a lot of projects from belts to bags. Nice work and thanks again!

[@timepi437]

Great pace, great detail, pleasant to listen to. Makes me feel calm and capable. There's a beauty to your process. Thankyou for sharing your skills.

[@pUrbanNinja]

Great video! Love your style! Some practices that I found helpful after learning from you: Don't safe on thread! Ending up too short will require rethreading which takes ages and gets increasingly frustrating as the end of the thread looses its shape, and you cannot cut it. If you end up short, you can put the needle in, thread it, pull it through and do the second stitch in reverse (with the eye of the needle). Stitching many short lines results in a lot of wasted thread due to extra length required by the needles. Consider using a long thread to stitch multiple lines. When starting, adjust one side to the length of the stitch line+needle+extra for backstitch. Locking the thread with needle as shown results in a thicker intersection which tends to wander up against side of the eye. Locking the needle by piercing the thread twice creates a knot that stays behind the eye, resulting in a smaller profile, which in turn helps when dealing with less space (smaller holes and or back-stitching). Also, this is kind of implied in the video, but be careful to always stitch in the same spot of the hole. (I use diamond stitching chisels) I work towards my right, pull the thread to the bottom left and stitch in the top right of the hole. This way, the slope of the stitch is uniform over the entire stitch line. Also, be aware that you may need to check and change this orientation once you turn the piece, change sides, or pick up a project after a few days. As stated, it is really really really important to punch all the way through with the chisels! Otherwise, the holes on back side look very unclean, the needle tends to get stuck in the smaller holes, and it's easier to mistakenly pierce the existing thread when back-stitching.

[@russellj.6708]

I have loved your videos for years and I have use so many of your ideas. I think the best was the tie-dyed technique, That wallet and book cover are still going strong. I had wondered for as long how you were doing the stitching. I'm a Pony user so it always looked funny. So, Many thanks for sharing how you do it. Now, the main reason I am commenting is that all these years i thought you guys were mutes, Real nice to hear some narration even though it is not always needed. Thanks again for sharing your techniques and ideas. Stay well and happy leathering, Rusty Phoenix, AZ.

[@MountainFisher]

I use a stitching pony for some things and for others I use your method. Now for lined belts I made a wooden jig 36 inches long to hold the whole belt and it's handy for burnishing their edges.

[@Corter]

Belts are a whole other game when you're hand sewing haha! That jog sounds like a great idea :)

[@greternningen9580]

This is the best explanation of how to improve stitching I have ever seen👍 My stitching became even on both sides using your methods 😊

[@uberLejoe]

Good video! But seriously, I spent 3$ for a bolt and a wing nut and I made a pony from some scrap wood and hinges I had at home. They are super simple to make!

[@greuju]

Close to 99% of people looking for how to do this also have no idea how to do that. Scrap wood? For what? 😂

[@shans1999]

Thank You I just tried my 1st project without a pony, your video helped, definitely takes practice to get comfortable with it I plan on using it again thanks Corter Leather

[@timepi437]

Was wondering if I had to try a stitching pony (yet another tool) but the result of this technique even for first time is easy and so neat. Thank you.

[@chriswatt8312]

Thank you for sharing this! I feel like I've been needlessly tethered to a stitching pony for years! I'm sure I'll still use it, but using this technique will make it easier to work on things like wallets when I'm away from the house.

[@soniavergara5710]

Mil gracias por compartir y me encanto su manera de enseñar pues había visto ortos videos y no los entendía por que explican muy rápido y usted se lo hace fácil de nuevo mil gracias saludos desde cali Colombia

[@LovingIdaho]

I have been sewing my leather crafts for years without a stitching pony . I just bought one and now I have learn to sew all over .

[@joeyallen2646]

Thank you so much. This is simply the BEST tutorial video I've seen. Clear and great video.

[@sons.moon.leather]

I’m looking forward to practicing this. I don’t have a stitching pony so I’ve just been using a large clothespin-like clamp and holding it between my knees. This works good too but only while sitting.

[@robertgauld8804]

Great to see an alternative approach. I have a camera case to restitch and no pony so this looks like a more practical technique for me. Thanks for the video.

[@Alpha1-G]

I’m more impressed with your video production, very well made instructions

[@randomscandinavian6094]

Came back to say that this was very helpful! Thank you! I did my first stitch using this method and at least parts of it looked good so I know there is hope. Using a long enough thread to go all the way around a wallet got me totally confused a few times. Towards the end things were a lot simpler.

[@laurenjacobsen7273]

Thanks for this, I thought I would have to go buy a stitch pony and figure out where to put it…this looks easier than using a pony. I’ve stitched a couple of projects now, and I’m not fast, but I’m very comfortable using your method!

[@mohamedabdelmonem6468]

Love the tutorial. Great way of explaining and camera angle is excellent. Thanks

[@kristopherzappitello9427]

First time ever using a saddle stitch. I loved the video! Very informational.

[@endresutus124]

Thank you for this great idea. After getting stitching chisels I planned to get a stitching pony, now I'll try your method, it's definitely better than using a small vise. This video will get pinned untill my hands learned the muscle memory :)

[@RussellChapman99]

Once I worked out what you were doing, slowed video speed to half, can now say I have the stitching technique. Ready to work on some prototypes. As for leather dying, had that down for a few years. Got 15sq ft of veg tan, top grain leather. Mistakes I have made, buying a pricking tool with teeth too close together, hand made Sheffield steel from here in UK, expensive but quality. Trying to see if I can exchange it.

[@bradakan1]

I recently started wood carving as a hobby and now your videos want me to try out leatherworking. xD

[@memorykeeperjournals]

The best video yet in my book to do the sattle stitch by hand. Thank you. I was able to correct my mess. 🥰😘

[@vinsongotingco5753]

Spent hours trying to replicate how you stitch. I could never figure it out, until this video. Turns out I need 2 needles. haha Thank you for this video!!

[@NeonOkamiCosplay]

this is super helpful! i dont want to invest in a stitching pony yet and I'm not quite confident to make something that would work. thanks!

[@kennycomeaux3727]

The newer videos with the commentary are awesome! Keep it up!

[@kurupsuresh]

Like the minimalistic approach. Always better to get something done with less stuff.

[@razmiksjegiazarjans]

Best stitching lesson on youtube!!!

[@dougsobel2571]

Thanks for the video. what spacing do you use with the .6mm tiger thread? do you have a guide that has recommendations for projects like belts, wallets ect... with recommendations for thread size and spacing (3mm, 4mm ect...). Thanks

[@jwessonsr7503]

Just read thru several of these reviews and agree. Awesome Training for a beginner

[@amithshetty8682]

After somany days now I come 2 know how 2 stitch Ur video was very clearly understanding thank u

[@Marek.Synowiec.PhotoAdventures]

Thank you very much. For me, right now, is the best way to stitch leather for my projects. Nice tutorial, everything was shown in transparent way. Thumb up ane have a nice day!

[@memelord3348]

This videos are always super satisfying

[@andrewrobinson6703]

brilliant! I learned just from watching your videos over a year ago. Now everyone has it easy. LOL. great video.

[@stephaniemiller7175]

I started watching your videos a while back. I honestly learned how to saddle stitch by rewatching and rewatching your videos. I haven’t used a stitching pony before, I am afraid I’d mess up if I used one 🤣😂🤣

[@sleeperno1215]

Really great at how well you explain the techniques. I really want to learn this craft as I am into blackpowder rifles and revolvers. Thank you.

[@Thesaxon1]

Amazing! You taught me a minimalist efficient way to sew. Thank you

[@mathguy829]

Great video. What type of board do you use under your leather to protect your punches? Thank you.