Leather Pouch and Bag Design Course
Learn a practical method for designing pouches and bags
Pouches and bags are useful additions to any leatherworker’s repertoire, but the design process can become unnecessarily complicated when every dimension and construction detail is treated as a separate problem.
During this one-to-one course, you will learn tried-and-tested formulae for establishing height, width, depth, folds and flaps, and turning those decisions into an accurate working template. Once these relationships are understood, designs can be developed far more efficiently while leaving plenty of scope for individual style.
There is not enough time to complete a finished item during the day. You will leave with a working template and the knowledge needed to develop and use it confidently.
Course Content
During the course, you will learn how to use a set of proven formulae to develop a complete working template for a pouch or bag. The method establishes the essential proportions first, providing a reliable foundation that can then be adapted with different shapes, gussets, closures and details.
Alongside design and template making, the day covers the supporting skills needed to turn a pattern into leather: accurate measuring and cutting, stitch marking and stitching, creasing and edge dressing. The emphasis is on understanding how these skills work together so you can repeat and adapt the process independently.
Who is this course for?
This course is suited to leatherworkers who already have a basic understanding of measuring, cutting and stitching and want to begin designing pouches or develop their skills into bag making.
The day can be adapted to your experience. A newer leatherworker may concentrate on developing a simple short-gusset pouch, while a more experienced maker can explore more complex patterns, gussets and construction techniques.
What is included?
All materials, tools and sundries needed during the day are provided. There are no additional costs or fees.
Lunch
Lunch is at 12:30 and is not provided, so please bring provisions. Details of local amenities and accommodation are included in the joining pack once the course is booked. Tea and coffee are available throughout the day, including freshly brewed coffee.
All face-to-face courses take place at the Armitage Leather workshop. The course runs from 9 am to 4 pm, with a break for lunch at 12:30. Contact details and directions are available on the Contact page.
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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.
If you would like to attend as a couple, trio or group of friends, you can add up to two additional places when booking. The second and third places are each reduced by 50%. Select the number of additional attendees at checkout.
