Leather Working Class
Feb 2, 2024
10am - 1pm
5519 Five Mile Drive, Tacoma WA, 98407
This is a beginning level class in basic hand stitched leatherwork. We will be constructing a simple pouch, a small sheath for a pair of nippers, and a small needle case.
The principles which will be taught are:
- Introduction to leather tools and leather
- Using the pricking iron
- Sewing leather using the basic saddle stitch
- Making a simple pattern.
- Making a simple turned pouch.
- Making a simple sheath
- Cutting out from a pattern. (The needle case)
Materials will be provided and the participant will go home with a pair of thread nippers, a simple scratch awl and the 'fruits' of their labors. Projects can be completed at home. A list of basic leather working tools and sources will be provided.
Taught by Robert Steele
Ticket Pricing Information:
General Public $70
Members: $63
Pre-Registration Required https://www.metroparkstacoma.org/event/heritage-skills-workshop-leather-working/
fort.nisqually@tacomaparks.com | 253-404-3970
