Leatherwork: Designing and making a crossbody bag

Discover the art of leatherwork and learn how to make your own stylish crossbody bag.

• Introduction
• The Materials, Design, and Foundational Techniques
• The First Steps
• Making the Bag
• Post-production
• Final project

Discover the art of creating unique leather bags with Hemlock and Hyde. Join Leanne and Nick Polidore, the talented duo behind the renowned leather-goods business, as they share their expertise and guide you through the process of designing and hand-making your own vegetable-tanned leather bags.

With meticulous attention to detail and a blend of heritage quality and contemporary shapes, you'll learn essential tools and techniques to bring your bag designs to life. From sketching patterns to mastering leather-working techniques, you'll create a stunning half-circle crossbody bag, the Moonrise design.

Unleash your creativity and craftsmanship as you embark on a journey to produce wearable pieces of art that truly reflect your style.