a leather backpack made by hand

Leatherworking: Shoes, bags, and backpacks

May 20 - May 21

This class is part of Peter Yencken’s 2023 Making Weekend.

With leather you can make beautiful, functional pieces of gear that will last for years.

You’ll learn how to design a piece, various stitching patterns, and the basics of leatherworking that you can apply to any future project you choose.

Options:

  • Like the idea of an intro leatherworking project? A small leather bag is versatile, and gives you space to try several stitching techniques. (One-day project).

  • For easy access you can also choose to make a leather messenger bag. Covering many of the same skills as the other leather projects, this is the perfect project for someone who wants a larger bag that’s easy to get things in and out of. (One-day project).

  • A leather backpack: Have you ever wanted to make your own backpack, big enough for a full-on backpacking trip? This weekend project will get you deep into the art of leatherworking. (Two-day project).

  • Leather shoes: Come make your own pair of leather shoes, an item you’ll use every day, made by hand, by you! How cool is that? (Two-day project).

Learn new skills, and make new friends. Leatherworking is just one of the projects Peter is offering this weekend, so you will be working alongside a number of other people making a number of different things!

leather bag made by hand
leather bag

Details & Registration – Leatherworking: Shoes, bags, and backpacks

  • May 20th-21st, 2023

  • Saturday & Sunday 9 am – 5 pm.

  • Ages: All! Most participants are adults, but all ages are welcome. Children must have a responsible adult with them if they cannot work alone.  Children under 8 are required to have an adult come and help get them settled and started on a project.

  • LES Base Camp, Afton

  • $120-$250

  • Participants need to bring: Weather-appropriate clothes, lunch.

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