Group Box Making Course
Reach a higher level in your craft with box making
This is without doubt one of the more rewarding courses, it’s level of detail is quite intense, but by the same token it is very satisfying.
On this course, you will learn how to design, measure, cut and stitch a full leather box. you will learn about reverse irons, mitred cuts, stitching between fixed points, template making, leading and dragging your irons, leather choice and tool selection.
The level of precision required is high, rather than getting two or three pieces of flexible leather to fit together, you will need to manage 20 pieces for a full box.
The course will cover the correct measuring for both internal and external aspect of boxes, a detail useful when making boxes for a specific purpose.
You will gain a clear understanding of the required skills and be better equipped to develop independently.
This is not a course for beginners, you will need to have a good command of the saddle stitch and your measuring and cutting will need to be of a high standard.
Course Content
During the course you will cover such skills as: Design, Template Making, Stitch Marking, The correct use and placement of Reverse Irons, Skiving to create Mitre Cuts, Use of an Awl, Box Stitching, Dressing and finishing.
Who is this course for?
This is a complex course requiring a high level of skill. It will be expected that you will be able to proficiently measure and cut leather along with having a reasonable command of the saddle stitch, skiving and use of an awl prior to attending.
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 12:30, no lunch is provided so please bring provisions.Â
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 12:30.
This is an intense 5 Day Course
The course will run from Monday 8th
through to Friday 12th February 2027
The cost of the course is £1075
Accommodation
Poppies Barn just up the road, an Airbnb. It is local to the workshop and has good reviews, it can be booked through this link: Airbnb.
It is not always available so the link will not work if they have turned it off.
Another nice Airbnb is A bit on the side, it can be found here: Airbnb
I believe there are three apartments available with this host so it is worth zooming in.
Groom’s Cottage has good reviews: Airbnb
I understand this host has three apartments, another one worth checking.
Hoar Cross Hall is a good option if you lean more towards luxury: Website
The Hilton, not quite as posh as Hoar Cross Hall, but a nice hotel: Website
Travel
Burton Train Station is 8 miles (16 minutes) from the workshop with Taxi Services running to and from the station.Â
Lichfield Town Centre is 9.5 miles away and Uttoxeter is 11 miles.Â
The recommended way to get to the workshop and by far the easiest is by car. There is no direct bus service to speak of.
Cancellation Policy
If you need to cancel, please let me know as soon as possible.
Cancellations made 14 days or more before the course date are eligible for a full refund.
Cancellations made less than 14 days before the course date are not eligible for a refund, although an alternative date may be offered.
Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the course start time are not eligible for a refund. A further date may be offered at 50% of the normal course price.
All alternative dates are offered at the discretion of Armitage Leather.
