Intro to Saddle Stitch
Students will select a leather kit and will then glue and punch holes in the leather, then choose thread and sew the case.
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Location
Artisan's Asylum
96 Holton Street Boston, MA 02135Refund Policy
About this event
Instructor - Stephanie Shields
Stephanie is a leather and textile artist who makes and sells mostly accessories for modern wear and for events like renaissance fayres and steampunk festivals.
She greatly enjoys pattern drafting and product development, as well as teaching. She enjoys nature, science and video and board games. Her classes are relaxed and engaging.
Class Description
If you would like to do leathercraft, this is the best way to begin. Saddle stitch is a foundational technique for joining leather with minimal tools. After this class, you can create many things easily from leather, from keychains to messenger bags, purses, or wallets. You will also learn about basic tools and terminology, allowing you to proceed with confidence in leathercraft.
Material Fee
The materials fee for this class is $10. This is separate from the ticket price and is to reimburse the instructor for any tools or materials used in this class. This will be paid once, directly to the instructor at the start of the first class meeting. This instructor accepts payments in cash or through Venmo, CashApp, or PayPal.
Class Goals
* Students will learn a basic foundational technique: Saddle Stitch
* Students will learn to glue and punch leather
* The end result will be a card wallet
* This class will allow the student to hand-sew leather
Material Supplied
a pre-cut kit of leather pieces, glue, thread
Students Should Bring
Enthusiasm.
Prerequisites
Students must be 13 years old or older. Any student under 18 years of age must be accompanied by and under the direct supervision of a responsible adult.
Class Policies
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Please email education@artisansasylum.com with any questions.
*Sales end 2 hours before the start of the class to allow the instructor and staff time to prep.
Frequently asked questions
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Artisans Asylum reserves the right to cancel or reschedule classes in the event the minimum number of students for the class is not reached, an emergency, such as illness, weather, or other unforeseen circumstances. Communication for canceled and rescheduled classes is sent via email.
If another class is available at a later date, or if the class has been rescheduled, your class fee will automatically apply to the next class session unless the session is already full or you specifically request a refund. No refunds are given for changes to location or Instructor.
All students under 18 must be accompanied by and under the direct supervision of an adult.
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