$395.00
Out of stock
Whitney Center for the Arts – WCA 234
Wednesday 05/13 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Intermediate
Class Size Limit: 15 Students
See complete workshop description below
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Out of stock
Whitney Center for the Arts – WCA 234
Wednesday 05/13 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Intermediate
Workshop Description: In this workshop, participants will construct the Heritage Crossbody Purse, a classic design focused on clean lines and functional details. Instruction will emphasize professional construction techniques, including pattern layout, skiving, sewing, installing hardware, and refined edge finishing. Participants will also learn how to install a fabric liner, construct a zippered pocket, and install a zippered opening. Additional instruction will cover managing bulk in seams and applying binding for a clean, durable interior finish. Each participant will leave with a completed crossbody purse and a reusable pattern for creating future pieces for their 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 May 1 to pre-order at +1 (866) 962-9880. Deposit required.}
Materials to bring: Notebook, pencil, sharpie, silver pen, scissors, rotary cutter, 3/4 binder clips, small edger, wing dividers, small cutting mat, and clear quilter’s ruler (4” x 12” is a great size, but bring whatever you have handy). Please put your name on the ruler.
Workshop Instructor: Leandra Martin is an Idaho native, working in the leather industry full time for the last seven years. Leandra specializes in high end purse design and construction with a western flare. She has designed many of her own patterns and enjoys the process of designing and construction. She has recently began teaching classes to share her techniques with others in the industry.
Workshop Sponsors: Hermann Oak Leather Co., The Fiebing Company, Renia USA, Leather Machine Co., LLC, 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, May 1, 2026.
