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This two-day, hands-on workshop guides students through the complete process of designing and constructing a leather messenger bag built for everyday use. Participants will learn core leatherworking skills including pattern layout, cutting, edge finishing, hand stitching, hardware setting, and strap construction. Instruction emphasizes craftsmanship, durability, and clean finishing techniques. The class is beginner-friendly, with all tools and materials provided, and each student will leave with a finished leather messenger bag. Total instruction time is 12 hours over two days.What's included
All leather, hardware, and materials to complete one messenger bag
Use of all tools and equipment during the workshop
Step-by-step instruction and demonstrations
Pattern layout and design guidance
Hand stitching, edge finishing, and hardware techniques
Take-home finished leather messenger bag
Two days of hands-on instruction (12 hours total)
What's not included
lunch
Non-alcoholic beverages
snacks
Highlights
Learn from skilled craftspeople in a small-group setting designed to support beginners while allowing room to grow. This workshop focuses on practical leatherworking techniques that translate to future projects.
Students gain a deeper understanding of leather as a material—how to cut, stitch, finish, and assemble a bag that is both functional and built to last.
With limited class size and individualized instruction, this immersive experience emphasizes quality, confidence, and craftsmanship, resulting in a timeless leather bag made by hand.
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Event Venue
1128 Park Ave, Grand Lake, CO 80447-5446, United States
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