Learn how to Hand-Tool Leather

Learn the traditional craft of hand-tooling designs onto leather by making a coaster, keyring or picture. You will be taught how to take your own drawing and hand-tool it onto leather. Don’t worry if you don’t like drawing - templates and books of designs will be provided. There will also be stamps available including lettering and numbers. All leather, materials and tools will be provided.

• Price: £35 per person for 4-6 participants

• Who it’s for: Adults or accompanied teenagers only (14+) 

• Length: 3 hours

Roslyn Whiting Leathercraft

Roslyn was thirteen, at a youth camp, when she got the opportunity to learn how to hand-tool designs onto leather, and instantly loved it.

"I grew up in the city of Aberdeen.  My Grandparents lived on a croft around 30 miles away in the beautiful Aberdeenshire countryside.  I used to love visiting and felt ‘free’ listening to the birds and animals.  Although I grew up in a city, I had a strong pull to the countryside.  I now live in the small town of Melrose, surrounded by beautiful Scottish Borders countryside.  I use my surrounding countryside as inspiration for my designs making my products unique.

I have an HND in Spatial Design.  Although I don’t use my HND to design interiors and exhibitions anymore, I still use my college drawing board for coming up with new product designs.

I am a detailed person; I like to make the best products I can and work hard to use traditional methods and source quality materials to make products that will last.  I love the thought of my customers enjoying using my products for years.

I enjoy learning and developing my leatherwork skills.  Keep watching my website as I develop new products."