Leather Journal Making Course -Tutor Sarah Van Oosterom

You will learn to sew leather by hand, finish leather, create your own hand sewing thread from raw linen and to interpret patterns

Sarah van Oosterom’s eponymous design studio was founded in 2012 by the award-winning designer. The ethos behind the studio is to produce unique and sculptural pieces that age beautifully over time. Sarah completed a BA in Fine Art finishing with distinction in 2007 at RMIT in Melbourne. She developed her leather working skills while training under a Japanese master craftsman in the inner eastern suburbs of Tokyo.

Leather Journal Making Course

Join me at Leffler's in the heart of Melbourne to learn all the fundamental techniques of hand-sewn leather craft with this fun, practical and hands-on lesson. You will learn to sew leather by hand, finish leather, create your own hand sewing thread from raw linen, and to read, interpret and use patterns. You can even monogram your initials on the front for a personal touch. This journal cover is A5 size and fits Moleskine note books. You will also be able to take home your pattern to create them again. Classes are small so you will get lots of individual attention. Perfect for the artistically inclined. Classes are suitable for all skill levels from complete beginners to experienced leather crafters.