In the Alden’s School of Leather Trades basic purse making class, the students are taught the basic skills of making simple handbags. This leather workshop is five days and is limited to four students. This course is great for the novice leather crafter to build basic leather crafting skills. It is also the perfect starting place to learn fundamental purse construction and design for someone who plans to start purse making as a hobby. During this class, the student will be guided through making a simple hand bag and will have the opportunity to choose from several basic purse designs, color choices, and embellishments.

Course highlights:

• Drawing patterns and designs

• Sourcing materials and tools

• Cutting and fabrication

• Using an industrial sewing machine

• Finishing projects

5 day workshop

Monday – Friday, 9am - 5pm with 1 hour lunch

Cost: $1,750 ($875 required for deposit)