Five-Day Leather
Overnight Bag Course

Our Five-Day Leather Overnight Bag Course is an intensive, in-depth leatherworking workshop focused on constructing a full-size overnight bag.

This is a larger and more complex build, designed for those who want to commit to a substantial project and develop a deeper understanding of leather bag construction. Before the course begins, you will be invited to select your preferred leather colour from a range of premium Italian vegetable-tanned leathers.

What You Will Learn
Over five days, you will work through the complete construction process, combining core leatherworking foundations with more advanced bag-making techniques, including:

• Accurate marking and cutting techniques
• Preparing leather for hand stitching
• Traditional saddle stitching by hand
• Edge bevelling, burnishing and finishing
• Skiving techniques for refined construction
• Pocket construction
• Rope handle construction and fitting
• A range of hardware and fixing settings

With multiple components, structural considerations, and detailed finishing stages, this course offers a comprehensive understanding of how larger leather goods are designed and built for strength and longevity.

By the end of the workshop, you will leave with a completed handcrafted leather overnight bag and the confidence to approach complex leather projects independently.

Who Is This Course For?
This five-day leather overnight bag course is ideal for:

• Beginners seeking an intensive introduction to leather bag making
• Students wanting to fully commit to a detailed, multi-day project
• Those with existing leatherworking skills looking to expand into larger-scale construction
• Anyone interested in developing advanced practical leathercraft techniques

No prior experience is required -  just the commitment to undertake a focused, in-depth leatherworking project.