INTRO TO LEATHER CRAFT at College of Marin, Indian Valley Campus
Saturday February 20th and Sunday February 21st 2027 from 1-5 PM
You can’t sign up for this class until the schedule goes live in 2027
Curious about leather craft? In this hands-on introductory class, you’ll learn the foundational techniques of traditional leather work -cutting, stitching, finishing, and more, while creating your own handmade notebook cover. The finished piece is designed to hold a refillable 3.5” x 5.5” notebook, giving you a practical and beautiful item to take home.
The class includes an overview of different types of leather, essential tools, and material sourcing—everything you need to get started.
Some of the skills you will learn:
Using French punching irons
Saddle stitching
Decorative skip stitching
Hand stamping letters + numbers
Cutting leather with an X-Acto knife
Burnishing leather edges
Creasing the edges
Gluing
Things you should know:
Wear comfortable clothes and make sure what you wear will not get in the way of what you’re doing.
Eat a good lunch before class coz crafting makes you hungry.
The class allows for ample time to finish your notebook. We need every minute of those 8 hours though, so please show up on time and be able to stay until the end so we can keep the class pace on track.
Keep in mind that this project takes you deep into the craft: some parts are easy and others will require dexterity and focus to get right.
You’re welcome to use the form on the contact page if you have other questions about the class.
Location:
The class is at the Indian Valley Campus, 1800 Ignacio Blvd. in Novato.
Building 7, Room 101 (same building as the Campus Police) Campus map.
Parking lot #2 is the closest to Building 7. You can buy a permit through your student portal. Parking lot #5 is free. There are also 3 free guest parking spot in Parking lot #1.
The campus layout is a little confusing so plan extra time to get there.
There is no cell reception in that area but you can get on the college’s wifi -it should show up as an option on your phone.
See you next year! Zinaida
