Intro to Leatherwork April Session
In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills needed to approach the craft of hand sewn leatherwork. You’ll begin by creating a pattern, selecting your leather, and stitching a small piece together before moving onto a second small project. With a balance of demonstration, hands on practice, and instructor guidance, you’ll leave this class with the tools and knowledge to continue to explore sewing with leather!
Meet Your Instructor:
Ted Gilmer
Ted Gilmer has spent a lifetime with tools in his hands. Whenever he’s had the chance to find materials, he’s taught himself how to turn them into something useful and well crafted. Merging his experience with wood and leather, he created the Leelenau Trading Company, a local leather goods business based in Empire. His balances practicality, function, and aesthetics, carefully selecting pieces and designing patterns. He is eager to translate his love for making into teaching, and to share the benefits of handwork with students.
Class Details:
Location: Green Door Folk School – 2312 E Kasson Rd, Cedar, MI
Date/Time: April 25 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Cost: includes all materials necessary for the class
Prerequisites/Skill Level/Age Requirements:
- No prior experience required.
- Ages 18+
Booking Information:
What happens after I book the class? After you book, we will send you a confirmation email that you are IN! A week out from the class, we will send you an email with more details about our meeting locations and some housekeeping items.
Where can I stay if I’m coming from out of town? If you’re traveling for a class, we highly recommend a stay at Cedar North, a cozy farm-stay just steps from the Green Door Schoolhouse. Nestled on a permaculture farm in Leelanau County, Cedar North offers peaceful garden views, the charm of a working goat farm, and room to roam and reflect. NOTE: Indicate you are a Green Door student at checkout for a discounted rate.
Policies:
Go for it! If you’re curious about leather working and aren’t afraid of trying something new, this is the class for you!