Hand sewing on leather discovery workshop in Lyon 7th district

Activity description :

1. 2 hours
2. Up to 4 people
3. From 14 years old
4. English, French

Discover a first introduction to hand sewing on leather, designed to introduce you to the basics of saddlery and leatherwork in a friendly, small-group atmosphere. During this workshop, you'll explore fundamental gestures while creating a small hand-sewn leather accessory.

Workshop schedule :

• Discovering leather and tools: presentation of the material and equipment used in saddlery and leatherwork.
• Getting to grips with techniques: learning the saddle stitch, emblematic artisanal sewing.
• Create your own accessory: make a key ring, bookmark, bag jewel or simple small object using the models on offer.
• Learn essential gestures: thread preparation, needle use, stitch regularity.
• Finishing: assembly and adjustments to finalize your creation.

You'll leave with a small, hand-sewn leather accessory of your very own. An ideal workshop for discovering leatherwork and learning a precise, accessible craft.