Leathersmithing | Make Your Own Creative Tooled Clutch

Next date: Saturday, 07 March 2020 | 09:00 AM to 04:30 PM

Discover the fundamentals of leathersmithing, be creative and learn the basic steps and tool applications you need to start working with leather. You will use these skills to create a beautiful yet functional leather clutch or wallet that will hold a variety of items.

Work with vegetable-tanned leathers, learn various steps and techniques on moisture content, how to use leather craft tools to create interesting patterns, how to colour your project, and then finish the edges using Kangaroo leather lace. You will have the choice of using one of two different lace techniques, adding your personal touch.

This one-day workshop will include a range of techniques, including: cutting, creative stamping, how to colour, finishing edges, lacing, as well as setting rivets, snaps and other hardware.

Your project will have a unique and personal touch with your own creative style. Participants are encouraged to develop their individual style and are assisted with experimenting and exploring the creative potential of leather.

No previous experience is required. All tools and equipment will be supplied for students to use during the workshop. Please bring your own lunch.

Participants of this workshop can choose whether to create a clutch with a zipper fastener or a popper fastener.

Who: Anyone who would like to discover leathersmithing or learn a new skill

Price: $155 | $152 Friends of the Gallery [includes materials and artist educator]

Where: Rockhampton Art Gallery, Beatrice Hutton Room (entry via the front of the Gallery, directly off Victoria Parade)

Parking: Victoria Parade or Bolsover Car Park behind the Gallery

About the Tutor 

Cherryl McIntyre is a leather artisan based in Brisbane, whose passion for the craft has been an inspiration to many for over three decades.

A founding member of The Leathercrafters Association of Qld Inc and organiser for the International Leather Conferences “Dimensions in Leather”, her love of the craft started as a hobby 30 years ago.

Known for her attention to detail and experience in the craft (not to mention her signature leather flowers), Cherryl is a full-time tutor and is the Designer-Maker behind her own label ‘Exquisite Leather’, creating range of elegant handmade leather products.

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Location

Rockhampton Art Gallery, 62 Victoria Parade, Rockhampton City 4700  View Map

-23.373084, 150.509399

62 Victoria Parade , Rockhampton City 4700

Rockhampton Art Gallery

62 Victoria Parade , Rockhampton City 4700