{"product_id":"mendforth-sewing-awl","title":"Mendforth","description":"\u003cp\u003eA ripped seam, a flapping sole, a strap that gave out. Skip the cobbler quote: this kit puts awls, needles and waxed thread in one zip case for a job you can do at home. Pull on the boots you thought were done, or toss the kit back in the glove box. The repair is yours.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMend torn gear yourself with no extra tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep your fingers covered while you push\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMend leather with ready waxed thread included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart every stitch with a clean awl hole\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStart the hole before the needle\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOpen the hole first so the needle follows. Two wooden-handled awls, 11.5 cm (4.53 in) each, one straight shaft and one fine needle point.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCover your fingers while you push\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePut a metal thimble and two leather finger cots between your fingers and the needle. U-shaped snips, 10 cm (3.94 in), trim the thread.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eChoose the needle length for the job\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePick the length that fits the spot. Nine large-eye needles come in 7 cm (2.76 in), 6 cm (2.36 in) and 5 cm (1.97 in), three of each.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMatch the thread to your gear\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose the roll that suits your item. The 28-piece kit has 4 rolls of flat waxed thread, 30 m (98.4 ft) each.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it works\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart the hole with an awl, gripping its wooden handle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThread a large-eye needle with waxed thread in a matching color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePush the needle through with your thimble or finger cots on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePull each stitch snug, trim with the snips, then zip everything back in the case.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e28-piece kit: zip case, 4 rolls of waxed thread, 2 awls, U-shaped snips, measuring tape, thimble, 2 leather finger cots, 9 large-eye needles in a tube, straight and curved needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32-piece kit: black zip case, 8 rolls of waxed thread, seam ripper, 2 awls, snips, measuring tape, thimble, 2 finger cots, 9 large-eye needles, 5 straight needles, 2 curved needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy are there different needles and awls?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe kit has three large-eye lengths plus straight and curved needles, and two awls: one with a straight shaft, one with a fine needle point. Match the tool to the repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it good for a first repair?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEverything is hand-sewn with wooden-handled awls, large-eye needles and waxed thread. Practice a few stitches on a scrap piece first, then move on to your favorite item.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it protect my fingers while I push?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe kit includes a metal thimble and two leather finger cots, so you aren't pushing a needle with a bare finger. Wear them for any stitch that needs a firm push.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it fit in my glove box or backpack?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, it's compact. Packed, the kit measures 14 x 10 x 5 cm (5.51 x 3.94 x 1.97 in) and weighs 270 g (9.52 oz), and everything zips into one case so tools don't roll around.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the thread fit through the needles?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe kit includes 9 large-eye needles for your flat waxed thread. Pick the length that suits your repair, thread it, and start your stitches.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich kit should I choose, 28 or 32 pieces?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 28-piece kit has 4 thread rolls. The 32-piece kit adds a seam ripper and 8 thread rolls in a black case. Both have two awls, needles, a thimble and finger cots.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PrimyDeals","offers":[{"title":"28-piece leather sewing kit","offer_id":49750631514267,"sku":"PD-mendforth-sewing-awl-1","price":119.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"32-piece sewing kit (black case)","offer_id":49750631547035,"sku":"PD-mendforth-sewing-awl-2","price":139.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0746\/1712\/7067\/files\/sewing-awl__p1_v1.png?v=1791476124","url":"https:\/\/primydeals.com\/products\/mendforth-sewing-awl","provider":"PrimyDeals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}