Introduction to Leatherwork weekend 18th & 19th April 2026

Venue: This two-day course is at Wooburn Craft School, Town Lane, Wooburn Town, Buckinghamshire, HP10 0PJ. Their minimum class size is 4 students. If this number is not reached, then unfortunately, the course is cancelled. Students will be notified by email either way on Wednesday 15th April.

To book: You can book a place through my website here, or you can book via the Wooburn Craft School website: 

https://thewooburncraftschool.com/wc_class/introduction-to-leatherworking-january/

Course information:

Leather is one of the most amazing materials to work with.

Our two-day introduction workshop is aimed at beginners interested in gaining a good basic understanding of the leather working skills & techniques used in making a variety of small leather goods.

Over the two days, you’ll be making 2 or 3 items, such a card holder, key-rings and a belt or a coin purse, (specific items can be chosen on the day.) These will show you the different skills and techniques required for leather working.

During the course,  you will cover the following:

• Different types of leathers and its uses

• Tanneries and suppliers

• Understanding the process of making leather goods

• Intro to pattern making.

• Cutting – Dyeing – Stitching and finishing the leather

• Beveling – Creasing – Burnishing and other skills

• Leather after care

• General Q/A

You will be shown traditional methods and techniques which you will then use to make your own items and take them home. The skills and techniques learnt will help jump start your leather working journey, in addition to all tools and materials to use during the workshop along with course notes and information including recommended reading and a list of suppliers. 

On the Wooburn Craft School website Ernest mentions there is an opportunity to purchase a full beginners kit to take home with you (containing everything what need to get started, fixed cost of £100). I don’t offer a kit but we do go through suppliers to get you started.

Do you need to bring anything?

• Just bring yourself.

• Wear old clothes and proper shoes that cover your toes as we will be working with tools. 

Please make sure you have read the terms and conditions prior to booking your course.

The timings of the day:

• 9.15am Arrival, introductions and refreshments 

• 9.30am Class starts - First session

• 11am Coffee break 

• 11.15am Second session

• 1pm-ish Lunch 

• 1.30pm Third session

• 3.30pm Afternoon tea 

• 3.45pm Fourth and final session of the day and finishing

• 4.30pm Finish 

All light refreshments and materials are included in the course fee. You will need to bring a packed lunch. There are some local sandwich shops a short drive from the school and the pub opposite the school is currently closed.

Booking confirmation:

After booking and payment processing you will receive an email containing a link to download your booking confirmation and course details

If you have any questions about the course please contact Elizabeth [email protected] or 07525 002701.