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Hand Stitching vs Machine Stitching: Why 0.55mm Waxed Thread Might Be the Sweet Spot

Hand Stitching vs Machine Stitching: Why 0.55mm Waxed Thread Might Be the Sweet Spot

This article breaks down the pros and cons of hand vs machine stitching and shows how 0.55mm waxed polyester thread can improve durability, smoothness, and ease in leathercraft.

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The Only Cutter That Doesn’t Bully Soft Leather: Why a Rotary Blade Solves Thin-Skin Strip Cutting

The Only Cutter That Doesn’t Bully Soft Leather: Why a Rotary Blade Solves Thin-Skin Strip Cutting

Learn why rotary cutting stops soft-leather stretch and exactly how to set up, choose sizes, cut straights/curves, and maintain a 9Cr18MoV blade for cleaner, cheaper, repeatable strips.

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Maxita EC-17 vs EC-27: What Really Matters When You’re Choosing a Hot Foil Stamping Machine

Maxita EC-17 vs EC-27: What Really Matters When You’re Choosing a Hot Foil Stamping Machine

A practical guide comparing Maxita EC-17 and EC-27, showing how size, workspace, positioning, and temperature control affect real leathercraft projects so you can choose the right machine with confidence.

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Hot Foil Stamping Mastery: Why Temperature, Pressure, and Time Decide Everything

Hot Foil Stamping Mastery: Why Temperature, Pressure, and Time Decide Everything

This article shows you how to solve common hot foil stamping problems by mastering temperature, pressure, and time—so your leather projects look clean, shiny, and professional.

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Why Quality Hardware Can Make or Break Handmade Leather Bags — A Case for the Clasp Lock

Why Quality Hardware Can Make or Break Handmade Leather Bags — A Case for the Clasp Lock

This article explains how hardware quality—especially clasp locks—shapes the durability, look, and value of handmade leather goods, helping makers choose better and avoid common pitfalls.

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Why a Proper Interchangeable Letter Stamp Set Is the Best Friend a Small Leather Brand Could Ask For — A Closer Look at Maxita’s 306-Piece Set

Why a Proper Interchangeable Letter Stamp Set Is the Best Friend a Small Leather Brand Could Ask For — A Closer Look at Maxita’s 306-Piece Set

This article shows you how the Maxita 306-piece letter stamp set solves common stamping problems with precision, durability, and flexibility — giving small leather brands and makers more control over their craft.

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Small Bench, Sharp Results: Setting Up the EC-17 for Rock-Solid Alignment

Small Bench, Sharp Results: Setting Up the EC-17 for Rock-Solid Alignment

Learn a practical EC-17 workflow—level platform, smarter alignment, tuned heat/pressure/dwell, and fast troubleshooting—for accurate, repeatable hot-foil results on a compact bench.

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Zero-Error Broguing: from guide line to hammer strike

Zero-Error Broguing: from guide line to hammer strike

Learn the exact workflow for clean, consistent brogue lines—how to mark accurate guide tracks, pick the right 3/5/8-hole punch, keep a steady rhythm, choose the proper work surface, and quickly fix common mistakes.

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