Group Geek Out Course

Leather Geek Out!

You may not have seen the right course for you…
But this one could be it.

On this course, we are not focusing on a specific skillset, but rather looking at all the clever bits, tips and tricks that make more complex builds possible.
In short, we are going full geek when it comes to leather techniques.

Whilst I have a list of topics to cover, and all are well worth covering! this is an open and interactive course, you get to bring your own problems, issues and questions which will be covered in a group enviroment.

If you’ve asked the question, I can guarantee, several others have thought of it too.
There will be techniques, tips, advice, fun and coffee.
This course is better suited to those that have some milage under their belt.
many of the things covered will require an established understanding of leatherwork.

Beginners are welcome, but somethings may appear like witchcraft.

8 Spaces Available

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Saturday 8th August 2026
9am - 4pm

Some of the topics we will cover in the course.

Concentric Circles
Drawing an Oval
Adding a Centre Line
Achieving a Face Stitch front and back
Drawing Large Curves
Calculating a Bend
Calculating thread Length
Costing Items
Having a Makers Mark Made
Looking good in a Hat over 50
Using a soft Awl
Cutting a Taper for a cone shaped item
Using discs to cut and English Point Belt Tip
Centring tools to a Template
Aspect Ratios
Leading and Dragging Irons
When, where and how to skive edges when stitching multiple layers.
How to step in certain parts of a build when many layers are required.

That’s my list… bring yours! This course is not just about resolving issues and learning techniques, it’s about rounding off some of the rough edges to make us better at what we do. If we can have a damn good laugh along the way… more so the better.
Those that have taken my courses or met me in person know I make a very poor adult. it will; be nothing if not fun.

Course Content
During the course we will cover the list above, and perhaps a few more, these along with what you bring to the bench will make for a good day. We may even have biscuits, yes… bring biscuits.

Who is this course for?This course is open to all levels of leatherworker, but it is better suited to adepts and above.
That is not to say you would not be made welcome if you are a beginner, just ask more questions.

What is included
During the course, all materials, tools and sundries are supplied to enable you to get the most from your day.
There are no additional costs or fees.
If you have a toolset you would like to bring along, please feel free to do so.

Lunch
Lunch will be at 1, no lunch his provided so please bring provisions.
Details for local amenities and accommodation can be found in the joining pack once the course is booked.
Tea and coffee are bottomless, the coffee is good and brewed fresh.

All face to face courses take place in the workshop of Armitage Leather, contact details can be found here: Contact
The course runs from 9am to 4pm with a break for lunch at 1.

Cancellation Policy
If you have booked a course and need to cancel, you are able to do so at any point up to 14 days prior to the date booked to be eligible for a full refund.

If you need to cancel within 14 days of the course, no refund will be given but alternative dates may be offered. Should you be unable to attend or have to cancel within 24hours of the course. alternative dates will be offered at a 50% reduction of the original course.
If you do think you will be unable to make it, please let me know as soon as possible.

If, having rescheduled a course you are again unable to attend, prior notice of 14 days or more will enable a refund less 25% administration fee.
If cancelled less than 14 days before the rescheduled course date then no refund will be given. In exceptional circumstances a third course date may be offered at the discretion of Armitage leather.