Mini-Workshop
Mini-Workshop
Spend three hours learning a little about the leather you will be using, having a go with some of the tools that are used by leatherworkers, and making a small item to take away with you.
You will make a small project such as a set of buttons, a key fob or a couple of coasters. If jewellery is something you are interested in making, how about a simple wristband, a pendant or a pair of earrings?
The workshop includes
· A little bit of history and a little bit about leather you will be using, its tanning processes, its uses, and its characteristics.
Use of templates, tools and relevant fixed equipment in the studio
· Leather, dyes, threads, snaps etc. for a small project (up to approximately one square foot of leather)
During your workshop, you will learn a number of leatherworking processes including:
· choosing a design for a small project and planning its embellishment
· cutting leather using a template or the press
· using tools to transfer and work your design into the leather
· applying colour
· finishing your project
Tea and coffee are available
We can arrange the workshop to run at a time that is mutually suitable.
Please be aware that if you are under 16 years of age, you will need to be accompanied by an adult. If you are between 16 and 18 years of age, you will need to provide parental consent before you attend.
