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LEATHER CRAFT AND SEWING SKILLS

5.0(52)

By The London Leather Workshop

LEATHER CRAFT AND LEATHER SEWING TECHNIQUES: WHAT IS THIS COURSE ABOUT? This is a theoretical and practical introductory group tuition during which you will be taught common, essential leather crafting and sewing techniques and understand how working with leather differs from working with vegan leather or fabric.You will be taught how to correctly use hand tools, how to sew leather by hand and understand the most common finishing and construction techniques used in bag and accessory making. You will learn about different types of leather and understand how to select the correct type of material(s) for your project. You will receive an overview of the technical aspects of working with leather and constructing bags and accessories such as inking, burninshing, marking, cutting, gluing, reinforcing, skiving, debossing and more.You will learn how to saddle stitch, select the appropriate tools for this sewing technique, and produce your own samples of work to take home with you.You will receive relevant, useful and informative handouts as well as lists of leather and tool suppliers. At the end of the lesson, you will have the choice to create a simple hand-sewn leather item, such as a simple purse or card holder, to take home with you, or to practice more techniques.This is a professional course delivered by a prototype maker and manufacturer, with the aim of providing an overview and hands-on experience on more common leather working practices. At the end of the tuition you will have: – Gained an understanding of leather types, tanning methods, leather characteristics and the best uses for specific projects. – Gained confidence in using specific tools for preparing, marking, finishing, cutting leather and fastening fittings. – Understood and practiced leather craft techniques such as inking, beveling and burnishing techniques – Understood what it means to work with different leather types and thicknesses and have the ability to source and select the correct tools and materials for your projects. – Understood how to manipulate leather using tools, reinforcement, stabilisers and stiffeners in crucial areas of bags and accessories. – Gained confidence in sewing by hand and obtained the skills to realise some simple leather items independently. WHAT WILL BE TAUGHT?Below is a list of topics covered during the classes: LEATHER, VEGAN LEATHER AND HAND TOOLS: – Understanding leather: overviews on types of leather, tanning, finishings and best use– Vegan leathers: an overview on different types and features – Understanding how to choose the right materials for your project and the appropriate tools for those materials – Leather preparing, pattern placement and marking on leather – Cutting complex shapes using a variety of tools – Using leather punches – Understanding the use of skiving, beveling and creasing – Finishing leather edges: painting vs burnishing – Using various leather glues and tapes – Understand the use of reinforcements, fusings and stabilisers to back leather – Prototyping and manufacturing leather goods: mentions of different working methods, machines and tools HAND SEWING: – To understand the different options, characteristics, and proper application of the tools used in saddle stitching – To learn the basics of saddle stitching leather and understood the different the tools and materials used in the technique CONSTRUCTION TECHNIQUES: – To create a small, simple hand stitched leather item to take home with you INCLUDED IN THE COURSE: You will be provided with useful digital and paper handouts which contain:– A list of tools and materials used during the lesson(s), including a description of what they are and how they are used– A list of recommended suppliers for both leather and fittings (physically in London and online)– A glossary containing essential key words related to the topic of the lesson– A glossary containing information about leather types and characteristics WHAT ARE THE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS? This course is suitable for total beginners, beginners with some experience and intermediate.You should be able to use measurements and understand verbal and written English instructions.   ARE THERE ANY OTHER COSTS? IS THERE ANYTHING I NEED TO BRING? Materials are included.Feel free to bring a notepad, if you would like to take some notes, we will provide the rest. HOW LONG IS THIS TUITION? This tuition will require up to 12 hours to complete. We aim to provide customised and high quality tuition services and by only allowing up to 6 students at a time, we are able to focus on each person needs and interests.As every student has a different level of ability and previous experience, this course might lead some students to complete the core aspects of the lesson in a shorter time frame than others.Students who complete the course early will be welcome to stay and use the studio facilities to exercise on the topics of the lesson.

LEATHER CRAFT AND SEWING SKILLS
Delivered In-Person in London + more
£340

Summer Course : Men's Pattern Cutting and Fitting Certificate Course - 6 Weeks

By Savile Row Bespoke Academy

Our six week course starts each July and focuses on Men’s pattern drafting, block patterns, figurations, cutting, fitting, remarking and master patterns. Successful students will be awarded a certificate.

Summer Course : Men's Pattern Cutting and Fitting Certificate Course - 6 Weeks
Delivered In-PersonFlexible Dates
£6,600

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Barbering – inc. Wet Shaving

By Alan d Hairdressing Education

This Beginners Barbering Course is aimed at those looking to be work-ready upon completion and working towards an internationally recognised Barbering qualification. After an initial induction, on day 2 you will learn to cut & style utilising the 5 Alan d Foundation haircuts before moving on to the practical elements of Barbering, incorporating all the latest techniques using scissors, scissor-over-comb, clippers & trimmers and learning beard and moustache trimming and wet shaving.

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Barbering – inc. Wet Shaving
Delivered In-PersonFlexible Dates
£7,200

Permanent Makeup Course Combinations | Eyes & Lips - 1-2-1 Private Training

By ID Liner | Permanent Makeup Training & Supplies

BY MIXING AND MATCHING OUR FUNDAMENTAL BEGINNERS PERMANENT MAKEUP TRAINING COURSES, TRAINEES CAN MAKE SAVINGS OF UP TO £5,145! ALL COURSE COMBINATIONS INCLUDE A FULL PERMANENT MAKEUP KIT.

Permanent Makeup Course Combinations | Eyes & Lips - 1-2-1 Private Training
Delivered In-PersonFlexible Dates
£6,400

Permanent Makeup Course Combinations | Brow Queen - Small Group Learning

By ID Liner | Permanent Makeup Training & Supplies

The Brow Queen combines our Digital Brows training course with our Microblading training course.

Permanent Makeup Course Combinations | Brow Queen - Small Group Learning
Delivered In-PersonFlexible Dates
£6,300

Permanent Makeup Course Combinations | Digital Duo - Small Group Learning

By ID Liner | Permanent Makeup Training & Supplies

The Digital Duo combines our Digital Brows training course with your choice of our Gloss & Go™ Lip Blush training course OR our Permanent Eyeliner training course.

Permanent Makeup Course Combinations | Digital Duo - Small Group Learning
Delivered In-PersonFlexible Dates
£6,300

Wound Care Course - In Person

4.7(24)

By AB Health Group

Course Introduction Our wound care training course comprehensively covers the various types of wounds, how they occur and how to manage them About this event In this Wound Management course, you will learn about wounds and how they occur, how to manage them and the different types of wounds. We will cover leg ulcers and compression bandaging. You will leave with the knowledge and confidence to complete a competency-based framework document to be used in practice. You need to identify a mentor who will supervise your practice. In order to gain your certificate, you will need to complete the competence-based framework. Aims and Objectives Comprehensively develop knowledge and skills required for safe and effective wound management. Describe the anatomy and physiology of the skin Describe the purpose of the skin Describe the causes of wounds and risk factors Understand complications Understand infection control Be able to assess and classify wounds and apply knowledge when dealing with wounds Understand your role in relation to wounds and wound management including guidelines and boundaries Describe the issues relating to the therapeutics of the relevant dressings and how they work Understand how to apply dressings safely including choice of dressing for the appropriate site and the need for observation of patient post-procedure Understand the need for audit and governance Recognise factors that delay healing Understand how to remove sutures and staples correctly Course Contents Role of the HCA Accountability responsibility guidelines and requirements Legal issues Confidentiality Consent and Capacity Documentation and record-keeping Supervision and competence Anatomy and physiology of the skin and wound healing including: inflammation, proliferation, epithelialisation, maturation Factors that promote and delay wound healing Risk factors Classification of wounds Aseptic technique and infection control What dressing for what wounds? Dressings and how to apply Dressing -selection Wound management Necrotic wounds Granulating wounds Leg Ulcers Compression bandages Recognising signs of infection and deterioration Includes All course materials and certificate of attendance AB Health Group awards CPD points/certificate of attendance for each course. If you would prefer an accredited certificate by our accrediting body Aim Qualifications we can organise this. The charge for the certificate including postage is £30.00. Annie Barr AB Health Group Organiser Description Annie Barr is a leading provider of high-quality, accredited healthcare training. With a selection of engaging healthcare training that has been developed by experts to equip you and your workforce with the skills, knowledge and competence needed to provide compassionate and high-quality care.

Wound Care Course - In Person
Delivered In-Person in Newcastle Upon Tyne + 1 more
£195

October In-Person 2025 Fundamentals of Organisation & Relationship Systems Coaching Training

By CRR UK

CRRUK equips professionals with the concepts, skills and tools to build conscious, intentional relationships, and to coach relationship systems of any size.

October In-Person 2025 Fundamentals of Organisation & Relationship Systems Coaching Training
Delivered In-Person in London
£875

M.D.D I WANT TO GET MARRIED BUT I CAN’T FIND SOMEONE (SINGLES)

4.9(27)

By Miss Date Doctor Dating Coach London, Couples Therapy

Assessing past relationships V.i.p treatment Helping you get dates Coaching and guidance Assess problem areas Personal trainer Makeover Celebrity Dentist Help to find ideal matches Sessions 45 mins 3 times a week 2 months package Dating advice for singles https://relationshipsmdd.com/product/i-want-to-get-married-but-i-cant-find-someone/

M.D.D I WANT TO GET MARRIED BUT I CAN’T FIND SOMEONE (SINGLES)
Delivered in London or UK Wide or OnlineFlexible Dates
£5,700

The Corporate Retreat

5.0(3)

By Lapd Solutions Ltd

Organisational retreat, organisational seminar, executive development,

The Corporate Retreat
Delivered In-Person in Birmingham + 1 more or UK WideFlexible Dates
£5,000 to £7,500