Saddle Stitch - Traditional
Learn to Stitch using a time served traditional technique
Over centuries the technique of Saddle Stitching has been perfected to ensure each stitch gives the maximum amount of strength and minimum amount of movement whilst adding to the overall beauty of the item.
The two main tools used to produce the holes are the pricking iron and awl, the iron is not too difficult to master, the awl on the other hand requires some practice.
It is around the awl that this course revolves.
This is the style of stitching used be Saddlers, Bridle and Harness Makers.
Course Content
During this course you will be taught how to match the SPI to the item you are making.
How to match the thread and needles to the SPI and item, how to match the Awl to the SPI and thread.
Once this is covered, use of the irons will be covered in detail showing how to stitch mark, where to stitch mark and what depth to mark to.
Various Stitching positions are then covered in detail which leads on to stitching with the awl.
Awl use is covered in detail showing blade types, haft types, how it is held, how it is used in conjunction with the needles and how to make your holes.
The awl is regarded as one of the harder tools to master in the workshop and takes a great many hours of practice to master. A solid foundation to ensure good practices is vital if this is the stitching style you wish to use.
Who is this course for?
This is an ideal course for those already on their journey.
An understanding of leatherwork and the saddle stitch in particular is advised before attempting a course of this level.
This is a technical skill and will require focus and practice, knowing it’s application prior to attending the course is advised.
What is included
During your day, all materials, tools and sundries are supplied to enable you to get the most from your day.
There are no additional costs or fees.
Lunch
Lunch will be at 1, no lunch his provided so please bring provisions.
Details for local amenities and accommodation can be found in the joining pack once the course is booked.
Tea and coffee are bottomless, the coffee is good and brewed fresh.
All face to face courses take place in the workshop of Armitage Leather, contact details can be found here: Contact
The course runs from 9am to 4pm with a break for lunch at 1.
Cancellation Policy
If you have booked a course and need to cancel, you are able to do so at any point up to 14 days prior to the date booked to be eligible for a full refund.
If you need to cancel within 14 days of the course, no refund will be given but alternative dates may be offered. Should you be unable to attend or have to cancel within 24hours of the course. alternative dates will be offered at a 50% reduction of the original course.
If you do think you will be unable to make it, please let me know as soon as possible.
If, having rescheduled a course you are again unable to attend, prior notice of 14 days or more will enable a refund less 25% administration fee.
If cancelled less than 14 days before the rescheduled course date then no refund will be given. In exceptional circumstances a third course date may be offered at the discretion of Armitage leather.
