Saddle Stitching and Leather Goods Construction Course

Learn saddle stitching and leather accessory making.


Melissa Bruscoli
Melissa Bruscoli
5.0 (13)
Instagram followers 3k followers

6.5 hours Class size 1 to 6 guests    

  £195 - £234 (£195 for Weekdays; £234 for Weekends) (PayPal Pay in 3 available)

This intensive workshop provides a comprehensive introduction to traditional hand-sewn leathercraft using vegetable-tanned leather. Suitable for beginners and those looking to strengthen their skills, the course combines theory with hands-on practice to teach professional techniques in leather goods, saddle stitching, leather preparation, cutting, edging, skiving, and finishing. Throughout the course, students will develop confidence in constructing both simple and more complex leather goods parts, including three-dimensional forms and gusseted designs. By the end of the course, each participant will have produced a collection of reference samples and gained the knowledge needed to continue developing their leatherworking skills.
Best for:
  • Beginners and beginners with some previous experience wanting to learn traditional leathercraft
  • People looking to learn or refine professional leatherworking techniques
  • Hobbyists looking to progress into structured, technical leathercraft
  • Anyone interested in starting a career in leather goods and accessories
  • Makers and designers wanting to expand into handmade leather product design
PLEASE NOTE: Private classes are available on request but are priced differently and have a different duration from our scheduled group classes. Please contact us for a private class quotation.
What you'll get
Complete Understanding of the Process
A clear understanding of the complete leathercraft workflow, from leather selection through cutting, assembly, hand stitching, and finishing, including techniques for constructing more challenging leather components.
Leather Components & Technical References
Handmade leather components created during the workshop, along with a collection of technical sample pieces for future reference.
Course Notes & Professional Resources
Printed course notes, a list of tools used during the course, recommended leather and tool suppliers, and additional reference material to support continued practice and development.
Knowledge required
No experience is needed. This workshop is suitable for complete beginners, as well as those with some basic knowledge of leather and leatherworking.
What to bring
All materials are provided at the venue.
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, birthday or hen do.

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mum or gift for couples.

Location

The London Leather Workshop - Harrington Way, London SE18 5NR

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Melissa Bruscoli
Melissa Bruscoli

5.0 (13)
Instagram followers 3k followers
female Women-owned

We founded The London Leather Workshop in 2012, bringing together our backgrounds in fashion, accessories and leather goods as Italian design graduates. Over the years, our passion for making grew into a South East London studio where design, prototyping, product development and craftsmanship come together. Sara leads the teaching, drawing on specialist training in fashion and bag making in Rome, Milan and Florence, while Melissa brings deep experience in sourcing, materials and studio operations.
What we love most about teaching is helping people discover that leathercraft is something they can genuinely learn and enjoy with the right guidance. Our workshops are taught in small groups in a real working studio, so students receive individual attention, learn professional techniques and leave with a finished piece they can feel proud of.
Over the past ten years, we have taught students from around the world and shared our knowledge through workshops, one-to-one training and wider community work. We love creating a space that feels welcoming, practical and inspiring, whether someone joins as a complete beginner, a curious maker or an aspiring professional.

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