In this class you will create a leather cupholder by hand. We will guide you through each step, from selecting the right leather to finishing and adding snaps. Whether you are a beginner or have already worked with leather, this class offers simple and more advanced versions. Join us for a relaxing and educational experience and leave us with a handmade leather project you will be proud of. You will also take away some useful leather working tips you will use in future projects.

 

By the end of this class, you will learn:

• Cut leather with a ruler and a knife, or a rotary cutter
• Use a maul tool to punch holes and add snaps
• Color and finish leather

 

Dan’s class teaches you simple methods to create a cupholder to a more advanced approach that includes tooling leather.

Products featured in this tutorial:

• Leather Tooling Set ArtMinds or Basic Leather Tooling Set by Make Market® - 10249784
• Leather Edge Finish Kit by ArtMinds™ - 10692053
• Maul Tool by ArtMinds™ - 10691338
• Snaps & Setter Kit by ArtMinds™ - 10043798
• Groover Tool Set by ArtMinds™ - 10691333
• Overstitch Wheel Tool by ArtMinds™ - 10691341
• Dual-Ended Leatherwork Modeler Stylus by Make Market® - 10249780
• Mini Punch Set by Make Market® or ArtMinds - 10045947
• Rotary Cutter by ArtMinds™ - 10491593
• Wood Slicker Tool by ArtMinds™ - 10691344
• Turquoise Leather Trim by ArtMinds™ - 10325122
• 6 Pack: Leather Tooling Piece by ArtMinds™, 8.5" x 11" - MP325121
• Fiebing's LeatherColors™ - 10325160 Color: Dark Brown
• Fiebing's Leathercraft Cement - 10325163
• Fiebing's Black Vintage Gel - 10692054
• Fiebing's Leather Lotion - 10491594
• Wool Daubers by Make Market® - 10325163