Spend two full days learning the traditional leatherworking skills used to create your own custom pair of chinks or zip-up chaps. This hands-on workshop is designed for students who want to take a deeper dive into leatherworking while creating a functional, personalized piece they can wear and use for years to come.
The workshop begins with an introduction to basic leather tooling and design, where you’ll learn fundamental techniques for creating a design with proper flow, functionality, and visual balance. After a lunch break, you’ll begin laying out and cutting the leather for your project.
On Day Two, you’ll focus on construction and assembly, learning how to use a sewing machine, NP-4, hand tools, and other leatherworking equipment to bring your project together. Your instructor will guide you through the process from cut pieces to finished chaps or chinks.
You’ll leave with a completed pair of custom leather chaps or chinks, along with new leatherworking skills that you can continue to build on.
Please bring your own lunch, drinks, and snacks. A lunch break will be provided each day.
