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Bag Classes

These classes are step-by-step structured lessons with explanation of the technique: why we did this and that to get the this result. They are pre-recorded video lessons with unlimited access, and you can watch them from any device at your own pace.

  • Practice class: Tracing patterns/Making marks on leather

    Course

    Practice tracing patterns on leather, suede, nubuck, and learn some helpful tricks. What to check before making any marks and what to do if the marks are poorly visible.

    $15

  • Practice: Cutting leather

    Course

    Core skills: Cutting clean edges without shreds — learn & practice

    $15

  • Practice class: Stitching leather

    Course

    Video tutorials with stitching practice.We'll stop to be afraid to sew leather and learn techniques of sewing leather on the home sewing machine and master straight even stitching.

    $15

  • Project N1: Leather tassel charm with a lobster hook

    Course

    Step by step video tutorial how to make a leather tassel charm from scratch

    $12.99

  • Project N2: Unlined pouch with a zip closure closed on both ends

    Course

    Make a good-looking unlined leather pouch on your first try. The class is a step-by-step tutorial, including creating the pattern, and can be completed using either a domestic or industrial sewing machine.

    $24

  • Bag Making Basics or Leather 101

    Bundle

    Leather, Tools, Practice tracing, cutting, stitching, 2 Projects: tassel & unlined pouch

    $55

  • Project 4: Lined purse with a designated leather bottom and a waxed canvas or Pendleton top

    Course

    Angled shape lined purse featuring a designated leather bottom and a waxed canvas or Pendleton top

    $24

  • Tote N1: Unlined 2-piece leather tote. Pattern making + PDF pattern + Step-by-Step video tutorial

    Course

    Create a great-looking unlined leather tote on your first try. This step-by-step class is completed entirely on a home sewing machine, demonstrating how to handle any challenges along the way.

    $24

  • Tote N2: Lined leather tote with closed zip closure and separate bottom

    Course

    Set-by-step class with PDF pattern and all the little tricks how to make a leather tote with closed zip closure, lining and reinforced bottom.

    $24

  • Creating a zip closure for 4 types of tops: leather unlined, leather lined, waxed canvas, and Pendleton + 3 ways of zip opening

    Course

    three methods to create a zip opening, and how to make a zip closure for four types of tops: leather unlined, leather lined, waxed canvas, and Pendleton (or any upholstery fabric)

    $24

  • Straps: belt leather straps and double-layered & stitched straps

    Course

    $24

  • Create and Sell: Insta and Sales for crafters

    Course

    Crafters Edition: How to build your artistic presence on Insta, attract your people and get sales + guide '91 ideas for Stories'

    $39

  • Open Zip Pocket

    Course

    Step by step class to make an open zip pocket

    Free

  • Row of slide pockets with the leather edge

    Course

    Step-by-step tutorial on how to make a row of slide pockets with leather edge neat and easy

    $5

  • Zip pocket in the leather frame

    Course

    Step-by-step tutorial of making a neat and great-looking zip pocket on the first try

    $5

  • Vertical Zip Pocket

    Course

    Step-by-Step video tutorial how to make perfect vertical zip pocket

    $25

  • Tote N3: leather bottom and waxed canvas top, 3-piece convertible bag

    Course

    3-piece bag with leather bottom and waxed canvas top. The bag can be made as a tote, hobo bag or backpack.

    $24

  • Pockets Course

    Course

    12 Pockets to learn: Slides and zips, made of fabric and leather, divider & laptop compartments — all kinds of them

    $89

  • Tops: Closures and Lining

    Course

    The top closure is the thing that makes a bag look high-end or homemade. We'll go through the most usable types of closures to make your bag look perfect.

    $79

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