$200.00
Out of stock
Prescott Resort – Bradshaw Room
Thursday 02/20 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Intermediate
Class Size Limit: 10 Students
See complete workshop description below
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Out of stock
Prescott Resort – Bradshaw Room
Thursday 02/20 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Intermediate
Workshop Description: Learn how to draft gusseted purses and cases made entirely of tooling leather. Unlike fabric and soft leathers, veg tan can be difficult work with 3-dimensionally. We will explore the most common gusset styles, leather weights, and assembly techniques and practice creating and adjusting them as needed. Sarah will show you the whole process, from designing to drafting a usable pattern to putting together your initial prototypes in leather. To accomplish this, you’ll focus on making 3 small-scale leather prototypes (think business card cases), each featuring a different gusset style. By the end of class, you will have the knowledge to both alter existing patterns and construct your own prototypes and working patterns. Make unique products that will stand out in a crowd and never have to buy someone else’s pattern again. {You’ll be using a COBRA Class 26 sewing machine and the COBRA NP4 bell knife skiver; if you are interested in purchasing COBRA equipment at the show, call Leather Machine Company by February 1 to pre-order at +1 (866) 962-9880. Deposit required.}
Materials to bring: Notebook/sketchbook, pencil, pen, straight edge, cutting mat, head knife (sharp), scissors, French curve, clear tape, a couple dozen 1/2″ binder clips, and a few 8.5 x 11 sheets of cardstock (very thick paper).
Workshop Instructor: Sarah Garvey is a full-time leather artist specializing in intricately tooled purses and accessories. A single mom of two, she has been designing and creating under her brand, Western Skies Handmade, since 2008. With a background as a classically trained musician, Sarah’s distinct style elevates traditional craft with a fresh blend of classical and modern designs.
Workshop Sponsors: Hermann Oak Leather Co., Leather Machine Co., LLC, and Renia USA
CANCELATION 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, 02/14/2025.
