Leather Sewing Machine

There really is no home leather sewing machine perse', however, that does not mean you cannot sew on leather or that you cannot find a  very useful leather sewing machine. 

Virtually, any sewing machine can be used as a leather sewing machine and peform with more or less difficulty on light weight leather and vinyl products.

Unfortunately, not all sewing machines are designed for this purpose and not all sewing machines are strong enough to hold up.

What should you look for in a leather sewing machine?

1. Rugged design.  Solid construction is vital.  Cheap home sewing machines may sew for an hour on leather, but it is certain that they will break down and potentially be ruined by continued use as a leather sewing machine. 

2. Basic Design.  Ask yourself, does it make sense to do a long of leather sewing on a $12,000 Bernina.  I don't thinks so.  The fancier the machine the better it is for creative sewing, but even though it can do the job, it probably should not.

3. Semi-Industrial.  There are many machines designed specifically to handle heavier materials.  Ask your local sewing machine dealer what machines he would suggest for your leather sewing machine.