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Currently Scheduled Leatherwork Courses

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Anishinaabe-Style Bead Embroidery & Moccasin Sewing

Discover the designs, colors, styles, and techniques of traditional bead embroidery as you work…
Thu, Sep 4th, 2025  –  Sun, Sep 7th, 2025
9am-5pm each day
Instructor: Marcie McIntire
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Anishinaabe-Style Beaded Baby Moccasins

Discover the designs, color, styles, and technique of traditional bead embroidery while crafting…
Sat, May 10th, 2025  –  Sun, May 11th, 2025
9am-5pm each day
Instructor: Marcie McIntire
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Bark Tanned Sheep Hides

Tan a sheepskin using natural plant tannins, fats, oils, and some hard work. In this hide tanning…
Thu, Feb 27th, 2025  –  Tue, Mar 4th, 2025
9am-5pm each day
Instructor: Eric Edgin
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Belt Making: Forge and Stitch

Sure, there are many ways to keep your pants on, but a handmade belt and hand-forged buckle is…
Thu, Apr 17th, 2025  –  Sat, Apr 19th, 2025
9am-5pm each day
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Cases, Covers, and Sheaths: Protect Your Tools

In some Arthurian legends, it is said that Excalibur’s sheath could heal any wound dealt by…
Tue, Mar 11th, 2025  –  Thu, Mar 13th, 2025
9am-5pm each day
Instructor: Maeve Gathje
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Convertible Bicycle Backpack: An Intro to Leather and Wood

Create a one-of-a-kind convertible bag that can be used as a backpack or clip onto your bicycle…
Thu, Jul 3rd, 2025  –  Sat, Jul 5th, 2025
Day 1: 1-5pm; Days 2-3 9am-5pm
Instructors: Alex Blust, Mazzy Flynn
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Custom Leather Sandal Construction

A pair of sandals that fits just right is a highly prized possession—and all the better if…
Sat, Jun 14th, 2025  –  Sun, Jun 15th, 2025
9am-5pm each day
Instructor: Candace LaCosse
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Deerskin Mittens with Anishinaabe-Style Beadwork

Up North, there's a saying that there's no bad weather, just the wrong clothes. Outfit…
Thu, Feb 27th, 2025  –  Sun, Mar 2nd, 2025
9am-5pm each day
Instructor: Marcie McIntire
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Hand-Sewn Leather Shoulder Bag

Here it is—a perfect shoulder bag for everyday errands! This classic yet funky crossbody bag…
Wed, Aug 6th, 2025  –  Fri, Aug 8th, 2025
Days 1-2: 9am-5pm Day 3: 9am-noon
Instructor: Beth Dow
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Hand-Sewn Leather Toolbag

In this course, students will make a small toolbag with buckle closures and a removable…
Fri, Nov 14th, 2025  –  Sun, Nov 16th, 2025
9am-5pm each day
Instructor: Beth Dow
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Hand-Stitched Leather Travel Accessories & Gifts

Two things that many of us can expect during the holidays are traveling and gifting! In this class,…
Sat, Dec 6th, 2025  –  Sun, Dec 7th, 2025
9am-5pm each day
Instructor: Candace LaCosse
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Making Hide & Canvas Boots

Remember the last time your feet were too cold to enjoy wonderful wintry weather? Do away with…
Fri, Oct 31st, 2025  –  Sun, Nov 2nd, 2025
9am-5pm each day
Instructor: Jo Wood
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Open-Top Custom Leather Toolbag

In this class you will design and make a custom open-top leather case to fit your favorite hand…
Fri, May 23rd, 2025  –  Sun, May 25th, 2025
9am-5pm each day
Instructor: Beth Dow
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Shoemaking with the Cordwainer Shop: The Pathfinder

Learn the age-old art of being a cordwainer. Using the original patterns designed in the mid-1930s…
Mon, Jun 23rd, 2025  –  Thu, Jun 26th, 2025
Days 1-3: 9am-5pm; Day 4: 9am-1pm
Instructor: Molly Grant
Sat, Jun 28th, 2025  –  Tue, Jul 1st, 2025
Days 1-3: 9am-5pm; Day 4: 9am-1pm
Instructor: Molly Grant