Leather wallet workshop in Nantes (44)

Activity description :

1. 2 hours30 minutes
2. Up to 3 people
3. From 15 years old

Initiate yourself to leatherworking and create a unique accessory with your own hands!
During this workshop, discover the precise gestures and craftsmanship of leather working, in a friendly and creative atmosphere. You'll be guided step-by-step to design an elegant and durable wallet or card holder.

Workshop schedule (2h30) :

• Choice of leather color and discovery of materials
• Cut the various parts from the hide using a cutter and a metal ruler.
• Introduction to assembly: machine trials before making your own piece
• Leather work: scratching, gluing, hand-seam finishing and hammering for an impeccable finish
• Finishing: choice of dye color, sanding, coloring and hot-smoothing with a threading iron.

A moment of craft discovery, concentration and pleasure, to enjoy or to give as a gift!