make it your own

At simétrie, we believe everyone should experience the feeling of creation, because when we create something ourselves – we feel good and treasure it for longer, if not forever.

Our series of bag-making workshops are based at our studio in Brunswick, Melbourne and hosted by founder Simone Agius. Our workshops are perfect for all creative souls wanting to learn eco-friendly bag-making skills, the craft of leather and support fair working wages in the fashion industry.

Suitable for beginners with no prior leather experience, as well as experienced individuals who wish to flourish with new challenges too.

We will supply you with all the tools and materials you need to make your own bag, you just need to supply good energy and the willingness to learn something new.

june 2019 course (2-day accelerated course) $400

Sat 15th 12:30-5pm & Sat 22nd 12:30-5pm

xs crescent moon

available in all our leather colours

m crescent moon

available in all our leather colours

july 2019 course (2-day accelerated course) $400

Sat 20th 12:30-5pm & Sat 27th 12:30-5pm

xs crescent moon

available in all our leather colours

m crescent moon

available in all leather colours

what you will learn

- The assembly process for a finished leather good and various leather finishes

- Attaching metal hardware and inserting a zip

- Saddle stitching (hand sewing technique)

- How to use an embossing machine to personalise your leather pouch

what you will get

- Learn skills in leather bag making

- A self-made Crescent Moon Pouch in either size: XS or M in our available colours

- Info to take home so you can continue channelling your inner bag-maker

workshop reviews

read what our students say about us

Greg, January 2019 >

Simone was an excellent teacher of exceptional experience in leather work- small through to industrial. She was able to instruct us through the standard and tricky parts of the project without difficulty. The time was filled up, but there was enough time to complete the steps without being rushed. We got tips & tricks in leather work, and were able to discuss different projects and the design and manufacture aspects. Overall, 3 Saturday afternoons well spent! A course worth doing for anyone with a design/fashion interest, or (like myself) just an interest in leatherwork. All you need to bring is some curiosity & motivation!

Maddison, January 2019 >

I had an amazing three days creating my crescent moon pouch. Simone provided all of the tools and leather I needed to make my pouch. I was able learn the basics of cutting, stitching, adding rivets as well as embossing. Simone was very knowledgeable about the different types of leather and their uses. I can’t thank her enough for sharing her time, tools and materials. She was extremely kind and patient. I look forward to doing future workshops with her.

Jennifer, February 2019 >

Loved the workshop! Simone was very patient and encouraging. Highly recommend this workshop.

Gina, March 2019 >

I cannot rave enough about this course! Simone has designed a bag that allows a novice to become accomplished at hand-sewing, inserting a zip, adding a tab and a rivet, and the myriad subtle craft skills (such as skiving, burnishing, wetting and oiling) that make the finished bag look truly professional. The classes are great fun and completely absorbing. With small numbers and enough tools for everyone, you work at your own pace with Simone's constant attention, advice and encouragement. And you get to take home a seriously stylish bag .... and a million ideas for new projects with your new skills.

workshop refund policy

- Cancellations made with less than 7 days notice before the start of a course, will forfeit 50% of the paid workshop fee. In this instance rescheduling to another course date is encouraged. Every effort will be made to make any exceptions or rescheduling requested with less than 7 days notice although it will be dependent on available time and materials in the given notice period. 

- Cancellations made less than 48 hours prior to class commencement will forfeit the full workshop fee paid.

 - If for any reason a participant cannot attend any one of the workshops reimbursement cannot be made for that session. Materials and further instruction will be provided for the participant to catch up or complete the course.

- Transfers of the entire course to another participant is acceptable and encouraged.