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Learn the foundation of professional bag makingAbout this Event
This beginner-friendly course is designed to give you a clear and structured understanding of leather pattern making specifically for saddle stitching.Throughout the course, you’ll explore how to translate three-dimensional ideas into accurate, buildable flat patterns that account for the realities of leather thickness and stitch spacing.
You will learn what makes a well-constructed leather goods template, how to identify and apply the right technical information to it, and how effective pattern design can improve your stitching and final look.
You’ll learn why pattern decisions made early in the process determine whether a piece holds its shape or fails in execution.By working through practical principles and real construction logic, you’ll develop the ability to create simple leather goods templates independently with confidence, precision, and a deeper understanding of how handmade leatherwork is truly engineered.You don’t need any prior experience in saddle stitching to attend this course. This course is also suitable for people who already have some experience working with leather.
Best for
- Bag makers interested in understanding professional construction techniques
- Students considering further progression into advanced bag making courses
- Creative hobbyists looking to develop technical, hands-on craft skills
- Anyone wanting a structured introduction to leather goods components and construction techniques
What You’ll Leave With
01 – Practical Work Samples & Course Reference Pack
You will take home a comprehensive set of practical samples made during the workshop, demonstrating each key technique covered. These samples will act as a lasting reference to support your future projects and help you apply your skills in a practical context. You will also receive printed course notes, including tool lists, recommended suppliers, and essential reference materials, along with examples of industry-standard materials used in professional leather goods making.
02 – Core Leatherworking Techniques
A clear introduction to how professional leather goods are made, including leather preparation, pattern placement, marking, cutting, gluing, reinforcing and skiving. You will gain a strong foundation in how materials are prepared before construction begins.
03 – Practical Bag Making Techniques & Component Construction
Hands-on experience constructing and finishing key bag-making elements including zips, straps, gussets, piping and binding tecniques. You will also gain an understanding of different types of lining and how they are integrated into leather goods projects.
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Event venue & nearby stays
SE18 5NR, Harrington Way, London, United Kingdom
Tickets
GBP 193.55 to GBP 231.47
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