MAKE A STITCHLESS LEATHER HANDBAG AND LEARN BASIC LEATHER CRAFTING TECHNIQUES

WHERE?

ONLINE

WHEN?

AVAILABLE NOW

LEVEL

Any level

COST

Video £55
Material Kit from £35
Tool Kit £37

Learn how to make a beautiful leather bag and discover the fascinating world of leathercraft.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
On this course, you won’t just learn how to make a beautiful leather product, but you will also have the chance to learn the basic leather tools and crafting techniques.
During the first part of the course, you will receive an introduction to different leather types and learn how to correctly use common leather hand tools. You will also learn essential leatherworking techniques such as cutting, marking and finishing leather goods.
In the second part of the course, you will apply some of the techniques learnt in the first chapter and hand-cut and assemble your beautiful handbag.

 

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?
This course is suitable for everyone, no previous experience required, no sewing equipment required.

 

WHAT DOES THIS COURSE INCLUDE?
When purchasing the course, you will receive the printed pattern and free access to the following helpful guides:
– An introduction to leather types and features 
– A glossary of leathercraft tools which includes images and helpful descriptions
– A glossary of common fittings used in handbag making including images and practical descriptions
– A list of reputable suppliers to buy leather and fittings from (in London and online)
TOPICS COVERED DURING THE TUITION
– What is leather and an overview of the key leather types
– Introduction to the basic leather tools: cutting tools, punching tools and more
– Introduction to the basic leathercrafting techniques: cutting, punching, edge finishing, channeling and more
– Make your bag step by step

 

HOW WILL THE TOPICS BE TAUGHT?
During the video, the teacher will explain and show the techniques in easy to understand English and the video will also be fully subtitled in English.
New methodologies and terminology will be explained to you so that they are clear and easy to understand even if you are a complete beginner.
HOW IT WORKS
You have the choice of only purchasing the video and sourcing the materials and tools by yourself separately, or you can purchase the video together with the materials and tools, which we can dispatch to your home.
If you prefer to source materials and tools yourself, please read the dedicated tab to know what you will need to complete your handbag.

 

IF YOU ONLY BUY THE COURSE
With the purchase you get an instant download link with the following:
– The tuition video
–  A printable PDF pattern in A4 (A PRINTER IS REQUIRED)
– The handouts

 

IF YOU ALSO BUY THE MATERIALS
By buying the materials from us, you will receive the leather and the fittings (sam brownes and turn-lock) directly to your home.
You will be able to choose the colour of the fittings at the checkout.

 

IF YOU ALSO BUY THE TOOL KIT
If you buy the tool kit, all tools needed to complete your bag will be shipped to your address.
The kit includes a 30 cm steel ruler, a scratch awl, a stanley knife, a cutting mat, a double-sided craft hammer, a hollow punch, a punching mat and a V gouge.

 

NOT INCLUDED
In order to complete your handbag, you will need the following, which are not included in the materials or tools that we supply:
– Flat-head screwdriver
– Small cross-head screwdriver

 

COURSE DURATION 55m

 

YOU WILL NEED AN INTERNET CONNECTION TO STREAM THE COURSE TUITION VIDEO
MATERIALS AND TOOLS REQUIRED
 
If you haven’t purchased our tool kit you will need:
– Leather: 5 square feet, thickness 1.2
– 43 chicago screws size 4 mm (stem length) – 16  chicago screw size 6mm (stem length) 
– 1 Rectangular handbag turn-lock (max 3.5 cm wide)
– Marking tool (scratch awl recommended)
– Stanley/utility knife
– Steel ruler
– Cutting mat
– Striking tool (mallet or craft hammer)
– Punching mat
– Hollow punch (size to match chicago screws)
– V Gouge

 

To complete this course you will need the following tools (not included in the material kit):
– Flat-head screwdriver
– Small cross-head screwdriver
My name is Melissa and I am a designer-maker and the co-founder of The London Leather Workshop.
I graduated in fashion design and product development in Rome and worked in the fashion and accessories industry for many years before pursuing my passion for leathercraft and starting my own business.
I started The London Leather Workshop to combine the design and leathercraft skills I gained over years.
I love delivering practical training and have many years of experience in teaching and delivering skills workshops, including teaching digital design skills in adult education colleges in London.
I now enjoy passing on my knowledge in leathercraft by running a series of workshops in our London studio and online, always helping my students to get the skills and the information they need in the easiest and most enjoyable way possible.

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MAKE A STITCHLESS LEATHER HANDBAG & LEARN BASIC LEATHER CRAFTING TECHNIQUES – Video

£55.00

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The purchase of this video includes free access to the following handouts:

– An introduction to leather types and features
– A list of leathercraft tools including images and helpful descriptions
– A list of common fittings used in handbag making including images and helpful descriptions
– A list of reputable suppliers to buy leather and fittings from (in London and online)
– A printable PDF pattern in A4 (A PRINTER IS REQUIRED)

MATERIAL KIT

£35.00 – £47.00

THIS IS A VIDEO ADD-ON, NOT AVAILABLE SEPARATELY

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The Material Kit contains:

– LEATHER: Cowhide 5sqf, 1.8-2.0 mm
– 60 CHICAGO SCREWS
– 1 HANDBAG TURN-LOCK CLOSURE

TOOL KIT

£37.00

THIS IS A VIDEO ADD-ON, NOT AVAILABLE SEPARATELY

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The Tool Kit contains:

 -30 cm steel ruler
– Scratch awl
– Stanley knife
– Cutting mat
– Punching mat
– Double-sided craft hammer
– Hollow punch
– Punching mat
– V Gouge

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