Speedy Stitcher Sewing Awl - User Manual

Instruction
Guide
for the
Speedy Stitcher
Sewing Awl
AN INDISPENSABLE TOOL FOR SEWING
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AWNINGS
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SAILS
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TENTS
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AUTO TOPS
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UPHOLSTERY
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SADDLES
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SHOES
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HANDBAGS
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ALL TYPES OF SPORTING EQUIPMENT
CHUCK
LOCK
NEEDLE
THREADED
POST
TENSION
POST
END
CAP
BOBBIN
FERRULE
THREADED
GROOVE
Supplies for the Speedy Stitcher Needles
Waxed Polyester Thread (Tan)
IMPORTANT – Fine sewing requires FINE THREAD and the 130-#4
NEEDLE. Both are pictured above. If these supplies are not available from
your dealer, we will be pleased to help you locate a supplier.
Visit: www.speedystitcher.com or send postcard to:
Dept. S
STEWART MFG. INC.
70A Overocker Road
Poughkeepsie, N.Y. 12603
No. 140 Coarse
No. 160 Fine
No. 150 Coarse No. 170 Fine
30 Yd. Skein
180 Yd. Tube180 Yd. Tube
No. 130A
-#8S
No. 130B - #8C
No.130 - #4
Stewart Manufacturing, Inc.
70A Overocker Road • Poughkeepsie, N.Y. 12603-2035
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Summary

To Set Up the Speedy Stitcher Sewing Awl

Thread Preparation and Routing

Route the thread from the bobbin through the handle, around the tension post, and along the groove.

Needle Insertion and Securing

Align needle grooves, thread the needle eye, and securely tighten the chuck lock by hand.

How to Stitch with the Speedy Stitcher

Initial Stitching Procedure

Push needle through material, draw thread, pull needle back, and start next hole.

Creating a Lock Stitch

Hold thread taut, draw needle out to form a loop, and pull thread through the loop.

Finishing and Tying Off

On the last stitch, grasp loop, pull out thread, cut, and tie off both ends with a square knot.

Speedy Stitcher Sewing Awl Specifications

General

Type	Sewing Awl
Handle Material	Wood
Material	Steel, Wood
Included Accessories	Thread, Needles, Wax
Includes	Awl, Needles, Thread
Thread Spool Capacity	1 spool
Uses	Sewing heavy materials like leather, canvas, vinyl, and plastic