Two-Day Crafting a Leather Satchel
Saturday 30th & Sunday 31st January 2027 - Henshaws, Knaresborough with Catherine Edwards
Available spaces
Join us for an immersive two-day leather craft workshop at Henshaws in Knaresborough, led by Catherine Edwards, a skilled boot and shoemaker with years of experience and a residency at the Royal Armouries, where she crafted her first collection of unique leather goods. This beginner-friendly workshop welcomes all skill levels, guiding you to create a beautiful leather satchel with solid brass or chrome buckle and fittings, using smooth natural hide. You’ll learn essential leatherworking techniques including, pattern cutting, stitching, punching, edge finishing, riveting, dyeing, and mark making, while personalising your satchel with original designs. Set in the vibrant, welcoming hub of Henshaws Arts & Crafts Centre, this workshop offers a supportive and creative atmosphere, ensuring you leave with a functional, handcrafted satchel and the skills to continue exploring leather craft. Leathercraft, dating back to ancient Egypt around 3000 BC, has been used to create durable goods like clothing, armour, and bags, with techniques refined across cultures, from medieval European saddlery to intricate Native American beadwork. The Industrial Revolution introduced tools like punches and rivets, making leatherwork more accessible, while modern artisans value its versatility for fashion, accessories and art. This workshop introduces you to the tactile art of leatherworking, empowering you to craft a stylish satchel that blends traditional techniques with personal flair, perfect for everyday use or as a unique gift. Day 1 - You’ll explore leather types and tools, learning to cut patterns from smooth natural hide using templates provided by Catherine. You’ll practice punching holes for stitching, riveting for fittings, and dyeing leather to achieve rich colours, with Catherine demonstrating safe techniques for handling tools like awls and cutters. Day 2 - You’ll focus on hand-stitching your satchel with waxed thread, adding solid brass or chrome buckles and fittings, and finishing edges for a polished look. You’ll also experiment with mark making to personalise your design. Catherine’s encouraging approach ensures beginners feel confident, while experienced crafters can explore advanced detailing. Saturday 30th & Sunday 31st January 2027 10am - 4pm with Catherine Edwards This workshop takes place at: Henshaws Arts & Crafts Centre 50 Bond End Knaresborough HG5 9AL Includes all materials, refreshments and lunch.
Cancellation Policy
Booking & Cancellation Policy Payment Options You can pay in full at the time of booking via card, Google Pay, Apple Pay or PayPal, or choose to pay a 25% deposit and pay the remaining balance 45 days before the event. Cash payment can be made in person at the school, shop or venue. Deposits A 25% non-refundable deposit is required to secure your place on Workshops, Courses and Residentials. This deposit is non-refundable in all circumstances. Balance Due If you pay by deposit, the remaining 75% balance must be paid no later than 45 days before the start date. We will send you a reminder email with a payment link. Cancellation Policy Courses & Workshops More than 8 weeks before start: Full refund minus £20 admin fee. 4–8 weeks before: 70% refund. 2–4 weeks before: 50% refund. Less than 2 weeks before or after start: No refund.