Make a Belt Workshop

CLASS TIME:  9:30am - 2:30pm - Saturday 29 March 2025

LOCATION:  The Leather Shed, 130 Kingfisher Road, Mount Cotton

What does tooled belt mean?

If you've ever admired the intricate designs on a leather belt, you're probably looking at tooled leather.

This leather crafting technique involves using various tools to stamp patterns into the natural Vegetable tanned leather.

During this hands-on workshop we will work through the process of making a simple belt from start to finish. will cover everything from choosing the best quality leather and tools, cutting a straight edge on a hide of leather, to finishing your belt. This is a great place for the beginner leather crafter or someone who wants to spend a nice day of hands-on fun and make themselves a custom belt.

Course highlights:

- Choosing your tools and materials

- Cutting a straight edge on a side of leather

- Finding your belt measurement

- Cutting a belt strap

- Cutting belt edges

- Colouring techniques...with dyes and antique finishes

- Dying belt edges

- Finishing edges

- Fastening the buckle

TERMS

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