Leathercraft Workshop K-Town

Have you ever held a piece of leather or a leather item and thought “I wish I knew how to make something with/like this”? Well now you can……

Come join us to get the lowdown on leather and learn the core techniques to easily make your own custom leather goods. Plus how and where to source the supplies needed, along with heaps of tips & tricks!

What You Can Gain:

Presented by a qualified leather craftsman with over 30 years experience, this hands-on Leathercraft Workshop will upskill you in a wide range of traditional and modern leathercraft techniques.

You will gain a good deal of knowledge about leather and how to work with the various types of leather, plus explore a variety of techniques as you hand-craft your own pouch that will last the tests of time. 

The skills you acquire on the day can enable you to continue creating a variety of leather projects in your own home. 

What’s Covered:

~ A brief run down of the history and tanning of leather

~ The differences with veg-tanned and chrome-tanned leather 

~ The core skills needed, followed by guided assistance with the techniques, such as:

• Decorative Stamping, Embossing and Etching
• Moulding leather
  
• Hand-stitching
  
• Lacing and Braiding
• Edge bevelling and burnishing
• Colouring & Sealing
• Setting Press-studs, Rivets, etc.

All this as you handcraft your own pouch to take home.

*All tools and materials are supplied on the day.
*Projects are pre-cut, ready to create with.

Starter Kits will be available for purchase, which include the tools needed for most ongoing projects. 

You just need to bring along your inquisitive self, and maybe a notepad if you want to jot down the finer details. 

It’s also wise not to wear your best clothes…….although it’s not particularly messy, there is the potential for spills and splashes which may not come out of clothing.

No prior skills necessary!

For ages 15+ (younger teens are welcome if accompanied by an adult)

*Numbers are limited to ensure optimal assistance for all involved.