I've watched a lot of KZfaq videos on how to use a Speedy Stitcher. This is the only one of the lot that explains all the details. Big Thanks!

Back in the 1960s, I used this a lot for repairing and reinforcing heavy camping equipment straps and such. It works very well. We would use cotton thread, coated with bees wax.

Used my Speedy Stitcher to bind a book I valued. Used a drill press and a very fine drill bit to make evenly spaced holes at the binding and went to town as shown. That book is never coming apart! Thanks for the video. Cheers from Nova Scotia.

Before Isaac Singer designed the two-thread sewing machine that we use today, the first attempt to create a sewing machine basically replicated this exact motion. Nice to see it's still got a place in handwork.

These things are a wonderful piece of gear I've used them for decades. They are basically a ppcket sized industrial strength sewing machine and are able to sew canvas, shoe leather, sailcloth, heavy straps, etc atc, in multiple layers if need be. They can repair things a common sewing machine is incapable of, and can stitch items so heavy as to be entirely impractical or impossible to do by hand. I have literally prevented thousands in lost wages when I have repaired work gear in remote locations only because I had a speed stitcher in with my maintenance tools. The stitchers are rugged and last forever too if you are careful not to break the needles and carry spare needles in the handle. I happen to have one about 5 feet in front of me right now that I may have had for 25 yeats or more. They are a good tool to have along camping etc, they will fix eg a leather belt, a tent, a backpack strap, a diving bcd etc no problem. I really appreciate these little tools, they work so well (I even figured out an alternate stitch to use a few years ago). It is surprising how little known these old tools are.

I scored this gem at the Goodwill. So thankful for the tutorial. I had no idea how to use it. Thanks! 👍

Loved the video, straight forward in instruction. One key point left out was the tension post. Another important key point is putting the thread through the loop the same way each stitch. Initially when you first start stitching with S Stitcher, yes it goes slow. After you get a rhythm down, the pace picks up. When I have a large piece I’m stitching, I place a large blunt needle on the “ bobbin thread end. Speeds up putting it through the loop quicker.

Excellent instruction! One thing I would add, is that taking a turn of the thread around the metal pin as it pays out of the bobbin and before it goes into the needle will help keep proper tension on the thread. I've had my Speedy Stitcher for decades! it's a fantastic tool.

I got the speedy sticher for my tool pouch. It’s about 3 layers of tough nylon and the speedy sticher is definitely a life saver. Thanks for the instructional video much appreciated!

This tool is among my "have to have" tools. One time I restitched an entire old saddle. Very satisfying to work with. Thanks for the great instructional video!

This is pretty cool. I’ve been using curved needles and an awl for 30 years. It works but it hurts my right hand so much I can’t write for hours afterward. This uses the shoulder plus gravity! Much nicer. Thank you!! FYI: a demonstration with 2 pieces of leather would been more appropriate.

Thank you so very much for your demo. I have at least 4 of them floating around but never could get the gist of it from the enclosed instructions. Your my awl hero.

This is the best instructional video I've watched on the Speedy Stitcher! Simple & to the point. Thank you for your time & effort.

You also can use a separate piece of thread for the backside for different colors or texture. You just have to tie it off just like the ending. This is also used on sail canvas.

THANK U,I STILL HAVE THE KIT,BOUGHT ABOUT 12 -15 YEARS AGO,NEVER USED IT YET

I can't close my mouth. I can't help but think of all these years lost not being aware, nor skilled in this tool. Thank you for sharing. This takes me backto my mother showing me how the sewing machine works. One of the few memories I cherish.

Very excellent demonstration video. I was able to repair the apholstery of an old lay-z-boy recliner using the Speedy Stitcher and this video. Great step-by-step video for dummies like me. A+

Fantastic video - this helped me salvage my favorite work boots. Thanks!

Thank you very much for showing me. I had this hand held stitcher for years and did not know how to use it when I needed it. Lars.

I have one ( it was a gift to me many years ago) and never really knew how to use it. Thanks for the video. Now , I will be using it to repair a cherised leather vest.

One things that speeds up the process, is, take the tag end of the thread, (underneath), and pull just a little extra thread through. Then thread a curved needle on that tag end and use it to thread through the loop formed when you pull the stitcher back a little bit. It's much easier and faster to get the tag end through that little loop. Tie a knot on the tag thread to keep the curved needle from slipping off, If this works for you, I suggest dulling the curved needle so you don't have to worry about grabbing it and poking yourself. Just keep that needle separate for this one purpose.

That was overdue. Thank you man, I can FINALLY use that dang thing, notwithstanding your "weld". Very good, thanks again.

I plan on making my own rain cape with a canvas tarp and always wondered how these work,glad I can put the one that's collecting dust to use..thanks for the info.be safe out there everyone and God bless

AT the beginning, a small silver tack can be seen stuck into the wood handle. This is for tensioning the thread as it is pulled from the bobbin. You are supposed to do a single wrap around th etack, then thread the needle as shown. It eliminates the need to put the unit down to pull on your stitch to tighten it. The downside is that, with certain types and weights of thread, the tack cause too much friction and it can bind the thread. Also, the hidden bobbin is turned 90 degrees from the feed line, so it can be prone to tangles ands crossover friction that you cannot see coming. That is why I use the Tandy Leather version of this tool. The bobbin is outside the handle and you use your index finger to keep the feed tension constant like a fishing reel. You can see the bobbin and it is much easier to re-load. The whole thing is more instinctive and there are no fits and starts with tension problems or feed issues. That' what puts the "speed" in it.

I've been using this tool for a short time and learned something from you. I thought that the thread had to go up through the hole in the handle and then around the brass thingamajig sticking up before going through the groove and then the hole in the needle. Not having to go around that thing will make sewing with the Speedy Stitcher a whole lot easier. Thanks!

I have just bought one, waiting for it to be delivered. Thank you

I just bought the large kit and the quality is outstanding, this excellent device will enable me to make and modify some projects. Thank you for this excellent tutorial.

Thank you so very much for such a simple and to the point demonstration on the use of the tool.

I hand stitch with 2 needles and an awl. From what I have seen here a "speedy stitcher" is not very speedy compared to the double needle - awl method. I have been hand sewing leather for about 45 years. I was very very slow when I first started learning but with experience my speed improved. Most of the leather bags I made back in the 1970's are still in use. Hand sewing with 2 needles is how saddles are sewn. The results provide incredible strength.

Thank you! I recently purchased a Stitcher and this video was a great teaching tool! Thank You! Blessings!

Had one of these for years, going to use it for the time today. Thanks for the refresher!

Great video. I found a speedy stitcher in Goodwill and now I’m going to have fun with it!

Thank you very much for your detailed instructions. As a result of watching your video I made several seam repairs on the zippers on my pontoon boat am am very pleased with the results. Stronger than the original now.

Back in the 70's this was used by carpet installers to join carpets, very labor intensive. I've been using these for years. Another way to lock the last stich is to do two or three stiches in reverse when done. Never thought to use the thread directly, but then again I don't think I would ever use it for such a long run.

I have had one of these little widgets for over 40 years. They work beautifully and can produce very professional results..... Brilliant...

Greetings from the "Gretje" crew in TRY. We used this tool in many cases. It's a real problemsolver! It saves us a lot of money going to the sailmaker! ;-)

So cool. It is actually crocheting through the leather. I could see this being useful in upholstery to finish ends up. Thanks

As someone who wants to get into blade smithing eventually, videos like this are invaluable. Plenty of videos on how to make the knife, hardly any one how to make a sheath.

I have one of these in my tool kit that I inherited from my father. It has actually been used at least once in the last 10 years. Then again I also went to the cabinet to pull out the ice pick the other day because I needed it.

Well a novice just starting to do a bit of leather stitching here and there I appreciate this video and well imagine it’ll make me heaps faster than learning with no tool from scratch... it is about perspective. Thanks for the demo😉

The part about feeding the thread through the loop ON THE OPPOSITE SIDE from the groove is really important. If you get that wrong you can't make the next stitch.

Finally, I know how to use my sewing awl!! Excellent, to-the-point instruction. BTW the 40s/50s soviet TV advertising music is just too funny! Loved the vid!

Thanks for the information, I couldn’t locate such a well constructed method how to stitch any where other than your site. Most appreciated.

used this stitcher in all of my leatherwork projects....loved it....

Very nice video. I have now used the "weld" method and find it superior to the knot method. I also like the anchor non the right hand. I have the same on my right ankle.

Doing anything by HAND is THERAPEUTIC! 🤗👍🏽

Speedy Stitcher an essential peice of kit along with a Leatherman Supertool I never leave home with out them.

I’ve had one of these stitchers for nigh on 40 years in my sewing machine box and never used it before. Already I’ve gotten four jobs to use it for. Thanks Guys.

Great video, never thought about using a cork block (cork blork?)...also cool Russian music! Goes well with handcrafted anything!

I use a very similar device, but for thread I use waxed dental floss because it is amazingly strong. Lately I have started pre-punching my material with a leather punch so it is very easy to pass the needle through.

Neat, concise, and efficient without all the normal youtube fluff- excellent video 9/10

Background music and your voice ... Made me go back to black & white era .. 1920s to 1950s ..

You make it look so easy and simple! On another note, Say Hi to Vanessa & baby E, miss her vlogging.

Nice informative video. To finish the sewing, I prefer to use a leather sewing needle, and simply back stitch 3 or 4 holes. I make a lot of holsters, and scabbards, and have never had my stitching come undone, and it doesn't have ugly knots, or hanging threads.

Thank you so much 💓. I bought one and could not figure out how to use it. You have done me a great service! I have saved your video and can now watch as many times as it takes to learn it. Again Thank you Thank you thank you so much 💓. 🙏 💗.

Thank you this is the first time using speedy needle threader for my very first moccasin making lol.. Your video was extremely helpful..

Finally I am able to use the tool with your instructions. Thanks you. However I made some mistake and I like to share with everyone After we press the needle thru again, then pull it back, it creates actually 2 loops, we need to insert the thread thru the right loop, otherwise ...

Such a wonderful video. And, regardless of what others say in the comments, the music choice is just perfect. Thank you for posting and playing. THIS is what youtube is all about.

Reattaching a carhartt belt loop. If the cork isnt working for anyone, get a pieve of wood and drill a little hole, place on table and press down on stitcher. Great vid! Thanks

Thank you - I inherited a great big sewing box w all sorts of sewing/ different types of sewing things many things u name it’s I. This box I can barely lift it - there is a few things I didn’t know what was used for- like this - I love it and there’s more things like this - my friend Howard was very intelligent and when he wanted something he’d learn how to make it if he could no kidding- he taught himself how to sew on sewing machine , embroidery- he started out wanting to make a great big cover for one of his things outside- He was a retired lawyer , he taught himself so many things it’s unbelievable - wood work -painting he also became a Chef at 70yr he was wonderful friend and missed dearly

I think that every method has its place. The Speedy-Stitcher combines the awl and needle function into one. Every stitch is locked and neatness comes with practice same as with the 2-needles plus an awl method. For a practiced leatherworker/saddle-maker the 2 needles will probably be faster. For a guy on a rocking boat with no sewing-pony in his lap the speedy stitcher is more appropriate. Its "horses-for-courses". ;-)

Thanks. Had one of these for years I did not know how to use it!

I have 2 of these. I also make things from leather. I have never known how to use them but clearly they'll make sewing leather much easier. Thanks. I appreciate you

Hi. I wore out my very 1st Speedy Stitcher over 20 odd years. I have made horse covers, halters, bridles reins etc. I am not a professional but I have always loved making horse gear. I wouldn't be without my Speedy Stitcher

While I like saddle stitching, I can use the speedy stitcher for making a knife sheath for my larger fixed blades pretty quickly and still come up with a nice-looking, even stitch. For the naysayers, who complain about the appearance of the stitch or that it isn't fast enough, it just takes practice.

compared to trying to push ‘a regular needle’ evenly through heavy fabric this is a speedy stitcher.

Thanks for the informative video. I got one of these at an auction with kitchen stuff but had no idea how to properly use it. Now I do, thanks again 😁

thanks for the Refresher after watching I didn't think that I had forgotten it's too simple

Started out using the speedy stitcher for leather repair on harness, pay attention to the direction your loose thread enters the needle loop, keep it the same each time to eliminate crooked stitches. Don’t pull the thread so tight it distorts the leather.

Well, I was thinking about getting one of these, but I think that I'll stick with my saddle stitching; it doesn't take much more effort, and the durability of the saddle stitch strikes me as worlds better. Thank you for the video, though. It saved me from buying a tool that I'd never use!

Thanks for this clear explanation. Now I can try using the stitcher I found some years ago. I knew at the time it would be a useful SHTF tool

Outstanding video. Thank you for the easy step by step.

I've been sewing leather for 10 years, tryed using it few times, but this tool creates not only less durable stitching than traditional hand sewing but also isnt as fast as double needle method ;)

I make my own "sleeping bag" by simply folding an OLD QUILT in half and stitching across the bottom and about 2 feet up one side. Takes about 30 minutes, and I've got a way to stay warm without turning the heater up too much. I have to watch your video every time I use the speedy stitcher because I can't remember how to do the stitch. THANKS.

Enjoyed the voice and the music , sounds classic.. very easily understood thank you.

I've been using one of these for years to make knife sheathes. Works great.

Thanks. You seem to have completely left out the silver button near the exit hole from the bobbin/handle. I understand that creates tension.

There’s nothing speedy about the speedy stitcher....

Well done video and well explained too. Good idea to bypass bobin using directly the thread. (Finally someone understood that classical music is the right music in background when you explain something)

Excellant. Great voice , well paced and clear explaination.

Thanks for showing and sharing. Now, I'm convinced. I'm going to just buy a leather stich machine! Lol!

Holy friggen Cow finally! Thanks Much!

Seriously great video! I purchased a stitcher before I knew why or how to even use it. I just thought, _Ooh! A leather stitcher! I am starting leather crafting and I will most definitely need this!_ I should have watched your video before purchasing, as I most likely would not have otherwise 😅

Thanks for the look on this. I just picked one up at a thrift store

I have one, used it in two projects so far, a tarp, and a sheath.... it works great. I made a 4 tooth hole maker from an old tool to tap evenly spaced holes in the material. If you're thinking of getting one, go ahead, they're handy. And it goes pretty quick once you know what you're doing. It isn't like a sewing machine, it is a fun project, like knitting or crocheting.

You'll never get depression with traditional handwork..

I have saved hundreds of dollars repairing canvas, leather, nylon etc. Great tool!

Thank you for this great and informative video. The only problem I had is the music is way too loud, louder than the voice much of the time, had to fight to hear everything he said.

I've had one in my toolbox for years, but I never knew how to use it.

Oh man, I'm so glad I saw this video. I bought one of these stitchers years ago and couldn't figure it out. 🤣 (they didn't have KZfaq back then) Thanks dude.

Really nice. I wanted one but wasn’t sure how to use it. Thank you very much.

Bravo! You did a great job of explaining things and Included some good camera angles It is basically a slow speed sewing machine. That is man powered ? I have seen many. For sale in leather tool lots on ebay and. Wondered how they worked. Luckily. We have KZfaq to explain and show us So many things these days as i have not seen any of the stickers with directions yet ! And i did not realize that a bobbin. Was in the handle untill your video ? I am just a hobbyist who has a walking foot machine i bought for car interiors and canvas repairs. On my boats and machinery

Thanks for convincing me never to touch one of these.

Thank you for the great presentation. I learned how to use this thing finally.

Hi. Thank you for making the video. Being a visual learner, I appreciate your time! Now off to repair my dogs leash....

I got one yesterday because I want to make a tool roll, NOW I think I might be out of my mind.

За "Катюшу" - лайк, прям от души!

Got one at a yard sale! Had no idea how to work it! Thanks!

This video helped me fix my boat canvas, thank you.

Try marking all sewing points with a fork and a hammer before starting to sew. That'll tidy the job up.