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One-day Experience

CHF 200.00

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Choose from a selection of pre-designed items (a card holder, an eyewear pouch or a passport sleeve), and make your own leather piece by hand.

A 3-hour introduction to leathercraft, designed for those who want to slow down, work with their hands, and enjoy the process of making something meaningful.

No prior experience is needed. Everything is prepared for you.

Before the workshop, you will choose your project, leather color, and foil stamping option.

Simply bring your curiosity, immerse yourself in the process, and leave with something made by your own hands.

Best for

Those curious about trying leathercraft for the first time
Anyone who wants to make a useful leather piece by hand
Friends, couples, team events, or small social gatherings
Anyone looking for a creative and relaxing experience

Workshop Journey

Part 1 — Personalize : Before the workshop, choose your leather color, and foil stamping options.

Part 2 — Discover: Introduction to vegetable-tanned leather, tools, and the basics of leathercraft.

Part 3 — Saddle Stitching: Experience the meditative rhythm of traditional saddle stitching by hand.

Part 4 — Edge Finishing: Learn beveling, creasing, and burnishing techniques for a clean, polished finish.

Price: CHF 200 (all-inclusive)

What's Included: Leather & all materials, Use of tools, Light snack, Dust bag

Duration: 3 hours

Location: Ateliers Bollwerkstadt, Bollwerk 35, 3011 Bern, Switzerland (Exact room name will be shared by email before the workshop.)

Language: English

Available Seats: Minimum 2 people / Maximum 4 people

Leathercraft Experience : minimum 2 participants to run.
Leathercraft Intensive : minimum 1 participant to run.

If the minimum number of participants is not reached,
you will be offered either:

a full refund, or
the option to reschedule to another available date.

You will be informed via email at least 3 days before the workshop.

Please arrive on time so we can begin the workshop together in a relaxed atmosphere.

Photos and short videos may be taken during the workshop for documentation and social media content. Please let us know in advance if you prefer not to appear.

Cancellations made at least 7 days before the workshop are eligible for a full refund.
Unfortunately, cancellations made less than 7 days before the workshop are non-refundable.
Rescheduling is possible up to 7 days before the workshop, depending on availability.