When I first started, I didn't have a stitching pony. I couldn't figure out why my saddle stitch looked like garbage until it was pointed out to me that using a stitching pony helps your hand stitching stay consistent.
I consider a stitching pony an essential leather working tool. You are doing yourself a disservice if you are a beginner leather worker and not buying a stitching pony early on. I know it's expensive to get started in leather craft, though, so these two cheap options should help you out.
Amazon Stitching Pony:
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Little King Goods Saddle Stitch video where he uses a book for a stitching pony:
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Tools that I use every day:
John James Needles: amzn.to/3bzA0r8
Ritza Tiger Thread 1mm: amzn.to/3vfPloA
Owden Maul: amzn.to/3uabZ1t
Mallet: amzn.to/3dzohZK
Stitching Chisels: amzn.to/2OTv5Jf
Wing Dividers: amzn.to/3rXYYGg
Punching Mat: amzn.to/2NQ5QGS
If you're looking to spend a few more bucks on better quality tools, I'd go with these:
Weaver 2lbs Maul: amzn.to/3unAQhm
Sinabroks Stitching Punch 1mm, 5mm Spacing:
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Other Leather Working Tools I use:
Sandpaper: amzn.to/2QmJNbX
Burnisher: amzn.to/3cUMjhl
Tokonole: amzn.to/3tFmg4s
If you liked this video, check out my Beginner Leather Working Playlist where I make beginner leather working tutorial videos, show you some tips and tricks, and give you a few beginner leather working projects to try out.
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In This Video:
0:00 Intro
1:42 Making a Stitching Pony out of a Book
This method is super clever. I definitely can't take the credit for this one. I saw it on LKG's channel in his Saddle Stitching Tutorial here:
• How to HAND STITCH LEA...
2:48 Wood Clamp Stitching Pony
I'm sure I'm not the first person to make a DIY stitching pony out of wood clamps and my design definitely has room for improvement, but this "Ghetto Pony" worked for me for a long time.
4:32 Wrapping it Up
Both of these DIY stitching ponies are great beginner leather working tools. If you're on a budget, these will get you started.
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My name is Tim. Thanks for checking out my KZfaq channel. I started leather working in July of 2020. My passion for leather work quickly grew as I learned and practiced. I received a ton of help from the leather working community when I was new and now I aim to pass on what I learn to other beginner leather workers. I post weekly leather craft videos that include tutorials, free pdf pattern templates, how to's, tips and tricks, and any other leather work content that I think could help you out!
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