Fashion & accessories courses

Platinum AWARD

(19)

Half day: 3 Leather Accessories

In-person course

Surrey - Next course on 8th June 2020

£80

Leatherwork taster course - half day leather accessory making workshop From my studio in the Surrey countryside, come and have a crafty morning or afternoon making up to 3 leather accessories including a case or purse (card/phone/glasses), tassel or two tone keyring and item of jewellery (bracelet/earrings) or a luggage tag. This course is perfect for beginner leatherworkers and will provide you with some of the basic skills and knowledge to go away and continue working with leather on your own. This makes the perfect activity for a birthday, hen...

Platinum AWARD

(1)

Saddle bag in a day workshop

In-person course

Surrey

£175

Come along and make a contemporary leather saddle bag in a day! On the course you will learn about different types of leather and how to select the right type for your bag. You will work from a fixed sized and shaped template for your medium sized saddle bag but you will get to choose your leather and thread colour as well as learning how to make and attach an adjustable shoulder strap. If time allows, you may also emboss your initials onto the bag for that personal touch! Please...

Beginners sewing course 4 workshops - Cheltenham

Platinum AWARD

(1)

Beginners sewing course 4 workshops - Cheltenham

In-person course

Gloucestershire

£120

Complete beginners learn to sew course. If you live near to Cheltenham, and would like to sew, why not join us for this relaxing and fun 4 week course. We cover the basics on week one and then progress to making a project each week, covering; all the functions of the sewing machine, how to sew a straight line, tension, changing stitches, what needles to use, making buttonholes, inserting zips to name just a few things! You can bring along your own machine or have the use of one of...

Platinum AWARD

(26)

One day leather bag making workshop

In-person course

Surrey

£165

Come along and make a complete leather bag in one day! On the course you will learn about different types of leather and how to select the right type for the right type of bag. Choose from either a tote bag or fold over clutch bag design. You will also learn how to insert a lining, create an internal, zipped pocket as well as how to make and attach handles. If time allows, you may also emboss your initials onto the bag for that personal touch! Please contact me when...

Weave a scarf in a day - handloom weaving

Gold AWARD

(30)

Weave a scarf in a day - handloom weaving

In-person course

West Yorkshire - Next course on 8th June 2020

£55

In these beginner workshops you will be expertly tutored by Central Saint Martins trained weaver Anne Crowther using Ashford looms, which are suitable for those new to weaving. I have 6 looms available, so each workshop is delivered to a small group which means everyone is fully supported throughout the day. 'Weave a scarf in a day' is a full day workshop. You will design your scarf, create a warp and thread your own loom and weave your own unique scarf to wear by the end of the day! (The...

Platinum AWARD

(20)

Two day leather bag making workshop

In-person course

Surrey

£230

Come along for two full days of making a beautiful leather bag (dates listed are the first of two consecutive days). On the course you will learn about different types of leather and how to select the right type for the right type of bag. Choose from a selection of ready made bag templates, or make/adapt your own. You will also learn how to create a patch pocket and insert a zip. Then finally, how to attach handles to create a one-of-a-kind professionally finished bag. Maximum 2 people at my...

Bag Making Traditional Leather Workshop ( Tote bag / Side bag)

Gold AWARD

(9)

Bag Making Traditional Leather Workshop ( Tote bag / Side bag)

In-person course

Greater London

£215

Our bag making workshop will take you through the steps of making a tote bag or side bag from start to finish. This workshop will provide you with the core skills to making a leather bag and the foundations for progressing to more advanced pieces. In this practical leather workshop, you will learn how to make your bag of choice using traditional handcrafting techniques on vegetable tanned leather. With a maximum of 1- 3 students per course, everyone receives attentive tuition. A set of tools is provided along with a...

Silver AWARD

(7)

Machine knit a scarf - 1 day workshop

In-person course

East Sussex

£80

In this workshop you will learn how to use the basic functions of a knitting machine enabling you to knit and take home a beautiful lambswool scarf to wear. Learn the beginnings of this wonderful craft to give you a taste of the infinite possibilities it can provide. This class is aimed at complete beginners and anyone wanting to freshen up their skills.The day includes; learning how to cast on, change colours and cast off. You will then choose from a selection of scarf patterns and knit your own. Tea...

Silver AWARD

(6)

Dungaree making with Twin Made

In-person course

Cardiff - Next course on 8th June 2020

£60

Join us to make a pair of dungarees with lots of pockets. You will need to bring 2.5/3 metres of a prewashed medium weight fabric, cord or twill work great. You will take home your dungarees, pattern and instructions so you can make more in all the colours. After the class you will also receive a dungaree hack, so when making again you could add: tie straps, inseam pockets and even dungaree shorts! A week before the class we will ask for your hip and inside leg measurement so we...

Platinum AWARD

(34)

Small leather goods workshop

In-person course

UK

£95

Our Leather Craft Workshop Days are designed to be all about you…. getting hands on and making your very own hand stitched leather goods. On our Small Leather goods Workshop you can choose to make either a: Card holder, Belt, Clutch Bag or iPad (tablet) sleeve or a shoulder pouch from a choice of premium grade leathers and thread colours. As with all our Workshops, you’ll be the ‘maker’ cutting and saddle stitching your very own leather item to take home and enjoy for years to come. Having worked in...