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Leather Works: Make a Messenger or Tote Bag

  • Beginner
  • 12 and older
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  • 44-02 23rd St , New York, NY
  • 12 hours & 30 minutes over 4 sessions

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Class Description

Description

This class was designed for those curious individuals who would like to design and make their own handbags and other leather accessories.

In our friendly studio environment you will:
  • Learn at your own pace
  • Received a brief introduction on the history of leather
  • Learn how to identify different types of leather, leather natural characteristics and some basic terms
  • Learn the basic concepts of working with leather while developing skills for designing and working with patterns, materials, tools, sewing and finishing techniques.
All materials for sample making and learning the technique are included. Students will have two hours access to Open Studio, to put their new knowledge to practice.

Students will have the option of making a Messenger or Tote bag.

Refund Policy

Students have 24 hours to cancel classes for full refund.

Reviews of Classes at Zen Tez (3)

(5.0-star rating across 3 reviews)

This class: 5.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews

  • Leather Works: Make a Messenger or Tote Bag

    I loved this class! You learn the entire bag-making process, drawing the pattern, cutting out the leather, sewing, etc. Constance and Juan are lovely and very knowledgeable. And to top it all off you leave with an amazing bag!
  • Leather Works: Make a Messenger or Tote Bag

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Zen Tez

Zen Tez creates high-end, handcrafted accessories using the finest exotic skins and leathers, blending decades of expertise with a passion for precision and design. Based in NYC, their studio offers full-service support—from pattern making to manufacturing—for emerging and established designers alike.

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