Awl | Sewing Tool for thicker fabrics

Awl –

noun
A pointed tool that is used for marking surfaces or for making small holes in leather, wood, cloth etc.

An awl is a tool with a pointed metal tip and a wooden handle to help apply pressure to the point tip end to create a hole in an object.  It is used to poke holes in heavy-duty fabrics, and some awls are also made for sewing seams in these types of fabrics.

You can use a stitching or sewing awl with any of the following items (for repairing them or sewing them):

• shoes
• saddles
• leather handbags
• canvas
• outdoor gear
• luggage
• belts
• plastic

Stats:

• Who should Use: Awls are a great tool in the home sewing enthusiast’s toolbox when needing to make a hole for the insertion of a heavy thread, chain or brad when there is a need to attach a piece of heavy fabric or leather to another object.
• When to Use: Use handy tool to create a clean circular hole in a heavy piece of scrap fabric or leather.
• Why Use: Using an awl makes creating a hole a snap and with it’s pointed tip it will go through heavy pieces of leather, vinyl, canvas or fabric.
• Where to Purchase: Be sure to pick one up during your next visit to the local shop or you can also purchase on-line here.

For more ways to use an awl in your projects, click on the pictures below.