Course Overview
The unique texture of leather products captivates many. In reality, crafting leather goods is not difficult.
Follow an experienced instructor and spend a little time learning to design and create your own exclusive leather piece. The joy upon completion will exceed your imagination.
Key Details
- Duration: 12 hours total
- Schedule: January 20 to January 28, 2018. Every Saturday and Sunday, 3:00 PM–6:00 PM
- Class Size: 6 people
- Tuition Fee: MOP$1,200
- Material Fee: MOP$960 (includes 5 pieces of leather, 5 sets of hardware fittings, 5 pieces of lining leather). Payable in cash during class.
- Certificate & Subsidy: Certificate and 50% tuition subsidy awarded upon achieving 70% attendance. This course is NOT part of the Continuing Education Development Plan (DSEDJ).
- Non-Macao Residents: Must pay full tuition fee and are not eligible for the subsidy.
Target Audience
- Individuals interested in leather products.
- Those looking to cultivate a second specialty.
- Participants with some prior knowledge of handmade leathercraft are preferred.
- Open to the general public aged 12 and above. No drawing or art foundation required.
Course Content
Knowledge of Bag Construction
Project Creation (Choose one of the following):
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Ladies' Small Crossbody Bag - Advanced Sewing & Detail Finishing:
- Use of leather conditioner
- Techniques for using single, double, and four-hole diamond chisels
- Application of flesh side/finishing agent
- Double-needle saddle stitching technique
- Installation of hardware buckles
- Edge finishing
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Men's Handheld Clutch - Advanced Sewing & Detail Finishing:
- Use of leather conditioner
- Techniques for using single, double, and four-hole diamond chisels
- Application of flesh side/finishing agent
- Double-needle saddle stitching technique
- Zipper installation
- Edge finishing
Notes
- The school will provide necessary tools.
- Students must purchase their own materials (fee as stated).
