Hand Stitched Leather Working Class

Learn how to stitch leather and make a customised piece at this leather workshop.


Melissa Bruscoli
Melissa Bruscoli
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6 hours Class size 1 to 6     label £136

Start your leatherworking journey with this beginner-friendly workshop in London.

This is a theoretical and practical taster group tuition during which you will receive an overview on basic leather craft skills and techniques and realise your own leather item to take home with you.
The class will take place in your teacher's London workshop, where you will be able to see how a leather craft studio is equipped and receive practical demonstrations of common working methods used in the field.

You will be able to choose your project between a selection of different types of goods such as passport holders, glasses cases, purses, card holders and more.
You will be shown different types of leather and get to understand their main features. You will receive an introduction on how to mark, cut, edge finish, hand sew leather and use simple fastening hardware.
You will receive relevant, useful and informative handouts as well as lists of leather and tool suppliers.


By the end of the class you will have:

– Gained an understanding of leather types and tanning methods
– Been instructed on the use of common fastenings and closure techniques
– Received an overview on the correct use of tools for preparing, marking, cutting and punching leather
– Learned how to saddle stitch leather and understood the different the tools and materials used in the technique
– Understood and practiced leather craft techniques such as beveling and burnishing techniques
– Created your own small, simple leather item to take home with you


Materials (worth £20) are included

IF YOU REQUEST A PRIVATE CLASS:
If you are interested in booking a private class, please note that we typically schedule sessions 4-8 weeks from the booking date.


Knowledge required
This course is suitable for total beginners and beginners with some experience in leather crafts.
You should be able to use measurements and understand verbal and written English instructions.
What you'll get
Your complete work(s)
 
Suitable for

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

This would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mum, anniversary gift or birthday gift.

Location

South East London

Exact location is masked for privacy. You'll automatically get the specific address after booking.

Hand Stitched Leather Working Class location
Your teacher
Melissa Bruscoli
Melissa Bruscoli

5.0 (4)
Instagram followers2k

The London Leather Workshop is a design, prototyping and manufacturing studio in London founded by designers and makers Sara and Melissa.

With 20 years of experience in the fashion and accessory industry, we work with both local and international customers ranging from start-ups to established brands, offering a vast range of services under one roof: from design consultancy to product development and from prototyping to manufacturing of handbags, accessories and soft furnishings.

We share our knowledge and expertise through classes and one-to-one training, suitable for professionals looking to improve their skill set, amateur leather craftspeople and anyone who has an interest in developing a career in the industry.

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