$425.00
9 in stock
Waco Convention Center – Texas North 114
Wednesday 08/05 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Intermediate
Class Size Limit: 15 Students
See complete workshop description below
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9 in stock
Waco Convention Center – Texas North 114
Wednesday 08/05 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Intermediate
Workshop Description: In this workshop you will be making a classy, bucket-style purse with a drop-in liner and grommet strap connectors. You will learn how to construct a professional-quality handbag by learning how to reduce the bulk in seams, turn raw edges, and create a fabric liner with a great fit. We will discuss leather options for giving this bag structure without excess bulk, fabric options for the liner that easily wipe clean, and other materials for bag construction that will help your understanding in bag making and design. You will go home with a complete purse and pattern to make future products for your customers. {You’ll be using COBRA Class 20 and 26 sewing machines, a COBRA burnisher, and the COBRA NP4 bell knife skiver; if you are interested in purchasing COBRA equipment at the show, call Leather Machine Company by August 1 to pre-order at +1 (866) 962-9880. Deposit required.}
Materials to bring: Pencil and notebook, 4×12 quilter’s grid (or similar size), silver pen, Sharpie, scissors, rotary knife, cutting mat, edger, and wing dividers. (Please put your name on your quilter’s grid.)
Workshop Instructor: Leandra Martin is a leather artisan, designer, and instructor known for her skill in leather bag design and construction. She is now expanding her work into custom cowboy boot making and is currently training with Schwarz Custom Boots. Alongside her work as a maker, Leandra teaches leatherworking classes where she shares her knowledge of bag design, construction techniques, and professional finishing with others in the leatherworking community.
Workshop Sponsors: Hermann Oak Leather Co., Leather Machine Co., LLC, Renia USA, and Weaver Leather
CANCELLATION POLICY
• There is a $25 administration fee for canceling a workshop.
• The cost of each workshop will be refunded minus the $25 fee.
• No refunds for workshops after Friday, July 24, 2026.
