Introduction to leatherwork short course (one-to-one / one-to-two) with Fenner Benedict

Description

The ‘introduction to leatherwork’ course equips the student with the essential technical skills and foundational knowledge of leather crafting, offering a skillset base that can be expanded through independent practice and experimentation, or via additional tuition. This one-to-one (or one-to-two for couples/two people) short introduction course provides background knowledge of the craft and explores a range of practical leather craft skills, allowing the student to try the tools and techniques on sample leather during the session. With an emphasis on developing skills that the student can then practice independently, this short introduction course focuses on knowledge and technique over producing a 'finished' product and so the student will end the course with some sample pieces of the leatherwork techniques they have practised during the session. Aimed at those with limited or no prior experience of working with leather, the course introduces a fairly broad range of topics, covered to an appropriate depth (for a short introduction course), including; - Leather types, selection and suitability for purpose. - An introduction to designing leather goods. - Leatherworking tools & equipment. - Health & safety when working leather. - Practical leatherwork skills (including: marking out, cutting, punching, setting rivets, hand sewing leather, edge treatments and leather finishes). The 'introduction to leatherwork' short course is ideal for those eager to learn a new skill or explore the hands-on aspects of leatherworking under guidance and without the upfront investment in tools and equipment. This short course includes a written resource pack for student(s) to take home, featuring detailed tool and equipment lists, supply recommendations, and additional resources for further learning. *** NOTE: The venue for this course is a hired studio space, and it can take me a little time to check the availability of the space with the owner. Therefore, to avoid disappointment, I kindly request that before booking, you please use the 'message the tutor' button to contact me with your preferred date/time, and I will get back to you. ***

What's included in the price?

Use of tools and materials during the workshop.

Cancellation policy

Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts

Maker

Fenner Benedict Handmade

with Craft Courses since 2025

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Founder, designer and artisan behind the self-named luxury British brand, Fenner's design background merges with his self-taught skills in working leather and metal to create individualistic work with an emphasis on functionality, durability and aesthetics; the essential characteristics of any product that will be enjoyed for a long time. Fenner began working with leather in 2007, while at university, following a personal quest to make himself a leather notebook cover of a quality and aesthetic that he was unable to find elsewhere. Alongside studying architecture to Master's level and later working in professional architectural practice Fenner honed his craft, developing his brand's values and aesthetic style. Launching his artisan business in 2012 Fenner has since sold his handcrafted goods around the globe and established a reputation for creating products of the highest quality.