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Intermediate Leathercraft - Evening
Intermediate Leathercraft - Evening
Course Overview
Course Code
P00789
Start Date
14/01/2027
Study Hours
Part Time
Duration
7 weeks
Start time
17:30 pm
End time
20:30 pm
Campus
St Margaret's Campus
Level
Level 1
This exciting 7 week course aims to build on basic skills and advance the knowledge required in the production of intermediate level leather craft items that can be used for decorative or practical purposes. The course is designed to Improve your leather craft skills for progression to further advanced leather craft learning. It will build your confidence whilst learning this level of skill. You will have opportunities to progress onto more complex leather craft courses, or you may wish to take your experience forward into designing and producing your own work at home, utilising the skills you have developed.
Building on basic skills, you will be instructed in pattern production for your item, before advancing to the processes of cutting, preparation, stitching, finishing, and embellishment relevant to this level of work. Alongside this, you will be instructed in the use of intermediate level hand tools, techniques, and products. As you progress, these skills will enable you to produce further advanced and Individualised craftwork. Alongside subject specific skills, the course is designed to enable a return to education and prepare for further learning or employment, build your confidence, or look after your health and well-being.
This course will run from 15 January 2026 to 5 March 2026 for 7 weeks. There may be holiday breaks within this period.
Throughout the seven-week programme, you will be instructed in the various aspects of leather craft to produce various intermediate leather craft items. The syllabus will include: - Types of Leather, Materials, and suitability for intermediate items.
Pattern production techniques.
Cutting techniques and equipment choices.
Methods of skiving by machine and hand.
Awl work. - Methods of Stitching.
Tool uses and requirements for intermediate work.
Tooling of Leather.
Decorative finishing techniques.
Health and Safety in leather crafts.
Health and Safety in the Workshop.
Prior successful completion of Leather craft Introductory course required.
Course fees £25 unless you are on low income or on certain benefits
This course is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills to progress onto other areas of practical crafts. You will have opportunities to progress onto more advanced courses or you may wish to take your experience forward into designing and producing your own work at home, utilising the skills you have developed.
You will be contacted to attend an interview if required, or you will be sent a conditional offer according to the entry requirements for the course. You will then be invited in to enrol for your chosen course of study. For enrol and pay courses: Once you have decided to take the course, you need to fill in a short learner details form online and pay the course fee. Once you have done this, you will receive an electronic confirmation of enrolment and payment.
Course Overview
Course Code
P00789
Start Date
14/01/2027
Study Hours
Part Time
Duration
7 weeks
Start time
17:30 pm
End time
20:30 pm
Campus
St Margaret's Campus
Level
Level 1