Fundamentals of Leatherworking
May 4 @ 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
This workshop will teach you everything on how you can craft quality leather goods.
Come learn the truly timeless art of leatherworking, a craft that is thousands of years old, yet remains so effective that many of our old techniques and tools still resonate through to our current practices today.
This comprehensive, 4 hour hands-on workshop will teach you everything you need to know in order to get started creating and personalizing high quality leather projects. By the end of the workshop, you will have created your very own fully customized leather keychain to take home. This class is designed for all skill levels. If you are looking to hone your existing skills, or you’ve never touched a piece of leather or hand tool in your life, this workshop is designed for you.
Site3 will provide all tools and materials. Instructor Jacob Johnson will provide demonstrations, explain different types of leather, discuss various tools of the trade, provide guidance and answer any questions you may have. Your keychain will be created from top-grain, hand dyed vegetable tanned leather (vegan options are available upon request). Customize each part of your project by choosing your thread, hardware and leather colour, as well as learning how to use a wide range of stamps in order to truly personalize this practical pocket project.When properly built and cared for, leather goods can last a lifetime and will develop the beautiful patina that only true leather goods can achieve.
The class runs for 4 hours, with a short break in the middle. There will be a fair amount of hands on hammering, cutting, sanding and a technique called saddle-stitching (where you use two blunted needles at once). It is recommended to bring some kind of lunch/snack and hydration.
If you’re curious about Site 3 Co-Laboratory please stop by for our weekly Open House every Thursday evening, more info at www.site3.ca
PARTICIPANTS MUST BE 18 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER.
IF YOU REQUIRE ACCOMMODATIONS, CONTACT [email protected] BEFORE PURCHASING YOUR TICKET. WE WILL DO OUR BEST TO HOST YOU.
REFUNDS WILL ONLY BE GIVEN IF YOU EMAIL [email protected] WITH MORE THAN 72 HOURS REMAINING UNTIL THE CLASS. ALL OTHER REQUESTS WILL BE DEALT WITH AT THE ORGANISATION’S DISCRETION AND REFUNDS MAY NOT BE GIVEN.
