Practical notes on leather pattern design
Stitch spacing, printing to scale, tool comparisons. Written by a leather maker, for leather makers.
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Saddle stitch spacing: a complete guide for leather makers
How to choose stitch pitch (SPI), match spacing to material thickness, and avoid uneven corners. With conversion charts and field-tested rules.
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How to print leather patterns to scale at home
Why home prints often come out the wrong size, and the calibration-rectangle method that fixes it. Tile across A4 or Letter without distortion.
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Free leather pattern software in 2026: a practical comparison
Inkscape, Affinity, Fusion 360, EasyPatt. An honest look at what works for leather makers and where each tool falls short.