One-Week Bag Making Course: Saddle Stitching

Join our sewing and embroidery class in London for a week-long masterclass diving deep into the art of traditional leather craft skills and hand sewing techniques. Throughout the workshop, you will merge theory with hands-on learning, growing your skills and nurturing your creativity.During the five consecutive days, Monday to Friday from 10 am to 5 pm, you will:

• Understand the unique properties of vegetable-tanned leather and the incredible products you can create with it.
• Handle traditional hand tools with proficiency and master various hand-sewing techniques.
• Learn about pattern drafting for crafting handmade goods.
• Gain insights into the technical aspects of leatherworking, from preparation to finishing.
• Create a beautiful leather bag and personalised samples to take home for future reference.
• Conclude the workshop with the ability to craft handmade leather items and master essential skills like cutting and saddle stitching.

Our experienced instructor, a prototype maker and manufacturer with 20 years of expertise, will guide you through every step. You will also receive valuable handouts and curated lists of leather and tool suppliers for your ongoing projects.Throughout the workshop, you will explore a variety of topics, including:

• Overview of leather types, tanning, and finishing.
• Leather preparation, cutting, and finishing techniques.
• Hand sewing and saddle stitching leather.
• Construction techniques like sewing zips, straps, and gussets.
• Basics of pattern making for hand-sewn items.

By the end of the class, you will:

• Feel confident in using specific tools for leatherwork.
• Have a good understanding of working with different leather types and thicknesses.
• Master essential leather sewing techniques and troubleshoot common issues.
• Learn to sew fundamental bag components and gain confidence in hand sewing.

Immerse yourself in the world of leather craft and hand sewing in this transformative workshop, and leave with new skills and a handmade leather bag to treasure. You will be provided with useful paper handouts which contain:– A list of tools and materials used during the lesson(s), including a description of what they are and how they are used– A list of recommended suppliers for both leather and fittings (physically in London and online)– A glossary containing essential key words related to the topic of the lesson– A glossary containing information about leather types and characteristics– A glossary containing information about needle and thread types Read more details