Difficulty Level: Beginner
Number of Weeks: 1
Class Duration: 3 hours
Course Cost: $55 + hst + materials
Prerequisite: None
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Timeless, durable and classic - leather only gets better as it ages. Add a touch of craftsmanship to your home with a handmade leather plant holder. In this beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll work with beautiful Canadian vegetable-tanned hides to create a simple yet striking hanging holder that shows off your favorite plant in style. Over the course of three hours, you’ll be introduced to the basics of leatherworking while completing a finished piece that’s both functional and decorative. Discover why leather has been a material of choice for makers for centuries. No prior experience is required — just a love for plants and a willingness to learn.
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An introduction to working with vegetable-tanned leather
Cutting, punching, and shaping techniques for leather projects
Using basic leather tools safely and effectively
Simple macrame for a hanging plant holder
Finishing techniques for clean edges and durability
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Vegetable tanned 3-4oz leather hide
Rivets
Cotton Macrame Cord
All the materials needed for this class are available for purchase at our studio, please arrive 15 minutes before your class starts to ensure you have everything you need.