Level 1: Basic Leather Crafting Extended

Perfect for beginners, this class aims to equip students with the basic tools and techniques that will allow them to create a wide variety of leather objects. 

This extended version of our Basic Leather Crafting is a full day class that covers more techniques as an introduction to the Crafting of Fine Leather Goods. The afternoon session will focus on handcrafting with veg-tanned leather. 

• If you're not available on the provided schedule, contact us for a private session.
  
• The studio is located at 2nd Floor, 22 Malingap Street, Teachers Village, Diliman.

Meet your Instructor/s:

Patty Santos/ Migo Morales

Projects:

1. Key fob
   
2. Cord organizer
3. Card wallet
4. Hand-stitched pouch
5. Choose among the following: eyewear case, luggage tag, money clip (all patterns and materials will be provided but only one of these can be made during the workshop)

Topics and Techniques:

1. Choosing leather
2. An introduction to basic tools
3. Setting rivets
4. Setting button snaps
5. Saddle stitching with hollow punchers
6. Edge work with veg-tanned leather 
1. Sanding
2. Beveling
3. Burnishing
7. Creasing and/or stamping
8. Saddle stitching with diamond chisels

Materials:

All tools materials will be provided at the studio. About the kits:

• No Add-ons: This is the standard Basic Leather Crafting Kit which includes specialized leather crafting tools and materials. 
• A4 Cutting Mat, Ruler & Hammer (+500): Choose this add-on if you want these materials included in your kit. 
• Divider Caliper, Diamond Chisels, Creaser (+PhP990) Tools used in handstitching fine leather goods.
• All Add-ons (+1490)

*You may secure a slot with a 50% downpayment, and the balance can be paid on or before the last day of the workshop.