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private in-studio workshop
private in-studio workshop
hands guiding a leather bag panel into an industrial sewing machine.
hands guiding a leather bag panel into an industrial sewing machine.
two hands knotting two threads with a pair of snips in one hand.
two hands knotting two threads with a pair of snips in one hand.
A close up of a workbench with leather bag panels. A woman is working.
A close up of a workbench with leather bag panels. A woman is working.
A close up of Simone at the sewing machine. She has her head down and is tying off the threads on the leather bag panel she was sewing.
A close up of Simone at the sewing machine. She has her head down and is tying off the threads on the leather bag panel she was sewing.
Simone at the burnishing machine. She is looking at the leather bag panel that she has against the machine.
Simone at the burnishing machine. She is looking at the leather bag panel that she has against the machine.
A close up of a hand holding an awl upright, transferring marks through a paper pattern onto a leather panel.
A close up of a hand holding an awl upright, transferring marks through a paper pattern onto a leather panel.
A close up of two hands applying double sided tape to a leather panel.
A close up of two hands applying double sided tape to a leather panel.
private in-studio leathercraft and bag making workshop - simétrie
private in-studio leathercraft and bag making workshop - simétrie
hands guiding a leather bag panel into an industrial sewing machine.
two hands knotting two threads with a pair of snips in one hand.
A close up of a workbench with leather bag panels. A woman is working.
A close up of Simone at the sewing machine. She has her head down and is tying off the threads on the leather bag panel she was sewing.
Simone at the burnishing machine. She is looking at the leather bag panel that she has against the machine.
A close up of a hand holding an awl upright, transferring marks through a paper pattern onto a leather panel.
A close up of two hands applying double sided tape to a leather panel.
private in-studio leathercraft and bag making workshop - simétrie
private in-studio workshop
hands guiding a leather bag panel into an industrial sewing machine.
two hands knotting two threads with a pair of snips in one hand.
A close up of a workbench with leather bag panels. A woman is working.
A close up of Simone at the sewing machine. She has her head down and is tying off the threads on the leather bag panel she was sewing.
Simone at the burnishing machine. She is looking at the leather bag panel that she has against the machine.
A close up of a hand holding an awl upright, transferring marks through a paper pattern onto a leather panel.
A close up of two hands applying double sided tape to a leather panel.
private in-studio leathercraft and bag making workshop - simétrie

private in-studio workshop

$750.00

Are you interested in taking your leathercraft or bag-making practice further with a tailored learning experience?

Simone offers bespoke 1:1 workshop sessions in our Brunswick atelier, perfect for those looking to develop their bag-making skills in a focused environment. Working with our professional tools and machines, you'll learn specialist techniques, including bag design, bag pattern-making, cutting, skiving, hand and machine sewing, edge finishing, zip insertion, tabs and pocket constructions.

Workshop options:

~ an introduction to bag pattern-making can be completed in one session

~ a card wallet project is achievable in one session for those with prior sewing or craft experience - it's an excellent introduction to essential techniques like saddle-stitching, skiving and edge finishing

~ creating a complete bag, from pattern-making to finished piece, typically requires 3 or more sessions, depending on the complexity of your design

Materials and resources: You'll have access to simétrie leather scraps for smaller projects, or bring your own materials for larger pieces.

Practical details: Sessions run for 3 hours on Fridays between 2-5pm. 

Depending on your current skill level and learning goals, you may wish to book multiple sessions to explore your chosen project fully. These workshops also make the perfect gift for someone creative who wants to elevate their bag-making practice.

Ready to start your leathercraft journey? Browse available dates and book your session using the calendar below. Please note that bookings require payment within 24 hours to confirm your session - unpaid bookings will be automatically cancelled.

Have questions about what might be achievable in your session? Get in touch via our chat feature - Simone typically responds within the same day.

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Beatrix
Amazing Experience

i had such a wonderful 1 on 1 session with simone last week! having only worked minimally with leather prior it was incredibly helpful to have the expertise and professionalism of simone to guide and teach me so many little details that i can utilise in my own work.

The workshop was very detailed and catered to exactly what skills i was interested in developing, the mix of hands on work and observing was a perfect balance. I left with a wallet made start to finish...very satisfying!

the time and effort put into this workshop was amazing and an absolute bargain for the price. I would recommend in a second! BOOK!! :) xx thanks simone

thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review ~ it was such a pleasure getting to know you and pass on my skills in this workshop. i'll be following your work and look forward to seeing how it might evolve with your new skills
~ simone xx

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Ben Ho
Will do again!

I had initially contacted Simone with regards to making a pattern for a leather backpack. As a hobbyist, this was something that I had not yet attempted as I found it very daunting. Simone was incredibly knowledgeable and patient. She took the time to demonstrate each step, provide feedback on my technique, answer any questions that I had, as well as offered helpful tips and tricks for achieving professional-looking results. I felt comfortable and supported throughout the workshop and would highly recommend it to anyone interested in learning about leather working and/or furthering their craft.

Thank you so much for the review Ben. I am thrilled to hear that you had such a great experience during the private workshop. I look forward to seeing your backpack come together and to working with you again in the future.

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