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leather goods hand stitcher

Leather goods hand stitchers join the cut pieces of leather and other materials using simple tools such as needles, pliers and scissors to close the product.

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Description

Leather goods hand stitchers join the cut pieces of leather and other materials using simple tools such as needles, pliers and scissors to close the product. They also perform hand stitches for decorative purposes.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

leather goods manufacturing processes leather goods materials leather goods components leather goods quality pre-stitching processes and techniques for footwear and leather goods

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

footwear machinery footwear equipments

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

sew pieces of fabric repair leather goods apply stitching techniques apply pre-stitching techniques use manual sewing techniques

OPTIONALOptional competences

apply machine cutting techniques for footwear and leather goods operate automatic cutting systems for footwear and leather goods

Data Source: Unified Global Standards (ISCED, ISCO, O*NET, ESCO)