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Intensive Course

CHF 210.00

A focused intensive course for those who want to go beyond a one-day experience and take part in the full leathercraft process — from pattern design and leather cutting to stitching, assembly, and fine finishing.

This course can be arranged privately or in a small group of up to 3 people. The rate is CHF 80 per hour, with a minimum booking of 3 hours per session.

The intensive course is divided into two modules — Foundation and Design Your Own, and it's recommended to be taken in order.

Modules Overview

	Module 1 (Foundation)	Module 2 (Design Your Own)
Overview	Key Chain — full leathercraft process Card Slot — layering pattern 3D Pouch — 3D pattern structure Zipper Pouch — zipper attachment & skiving Passport Case — lining & reinforcement	Design and make your own leather piece or leather bag with guidance
Duration	Approximately 30-35 hours	Varies depending on the project
What's Included	half vegetable-tanned cowhide leather (0.7m²) Basic hardware, pattern paper, and workshop materials Use of professional leathercraft tools Light snacks	Pattern paper and basic workshop materials Use of professional leathercraft tools Light snacks *Leather and hardware are not included

Price: CHF 70 per hour (Minimum booking per session is 3 hours.)

*Group bookings receive a 10% discount.

Number of People	Hourly Rater per Person
1 person	CHF 70/h
2 or 3 people	CHF 63/h per person

**Participants who complete Module I will also receive additional 10% off Module II.

Date&Time: Open by request from Wednesday to Saturday, starting at either 13:30 or 18:30.

Please contact me by email before booking to check schedule availability.

Location: Ateliers Bollwerkstadt (The exact location and room will be shared via email before the session.)

Language: English

Available Seats: Maximum 3 people

Important Notes

If you already have leathercraft experience, you may be able to start from Module II after a short consultation. Please contact me via email or DM.
Depending on the existing workshop schedule, your preferred date may not be available.
For Module I, an email will be sent to choose the leather color you would like to work with before the first session.
For Module II, leather and hardware are not included. They will be discussed and selected according to your project.
During the intensive workshop, you will use sharp tools and professional leathercraft equipment. For safety, each participant is responsible for following the instructions carefully while using the tools.
This workshop is designed as a hands-on learning experience. Small variations, marks, and imperfections may occur during the making process, and they are part of learning the craft by hand.

Session Time

Leathercraft Experience : minimum 2-3 participants to run depends on projects .
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.
During the intensive workshop, you will use sharp tools and professional leathercraft equipment. For safety, each participant is responsible for following the instructions carefully while using the tools.
This workshop is designed as a hands-on learning experience. Small variations, marks, and imperfections may occur during the making process, and they are part of learning the craft by hand.

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.