Description
Leather Jewellery with S.K. Works
Saturday 11th July 2026
Design and make your own leather jewellery in this hands-on weekend workshop led by S.K. Works, a multidisciplinary leather and screen-printing studio based in Midlothian, Scotland.
Working with high-quality leather, you’ll learn core techniques including cutting, shaping and finishing, creating a small collection of bespoke earrings. You’ll also explore creative design approaches and surface treatments, gaining confidence with traditional hand tools along the way.
This workshop places a strong emphasis on resourceful making. You’ll work with carefully selected off-cuts and surplus leather, transforming them into beautiful, wearable pieces. All materials are provided, including British-sourced leather and eco-conscious supplies.
You’ll also learn how to professionally combine leather elements with sterling silver findings, ensuring your finished work is both refined and durable.
Techniques covered
- Cutting and shaping leather
- Edge finishing and burnishing
- Surface decoration and painting
- Assembling leather with silver findings
What you’ll make
- A small collection of leather earrings to take home
What’s included
- All materials (leather, findings and consumables)
- Use of specialist tools
- Expert tuition throughout
About your tutors
S.K. Works are a multidisciplinary studio specialising in leatherwork, screen printing and hand-painted leather goods. Working from their Midlothian-based workshop, they focus on high-quality, responsibly sourced materials, including vegetable-tanned leathers, Scottish waxed canvas and eco-friendly inks.
What to bring/expect:
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All tools and materials are provided
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Please bring glasses if you need them for close work
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Wear suitable studio clothing and closed-toe footwear
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Long hair should be tied back
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Optional: a CSSJ apron to feel right at home in the workshop
Tea, coffee, and biscuits are provided. We do not have a dedicated lunch area, but you are welcome to bring your own lunch to eat at your desk, or we’re happy to recommend nearby places to eat.
Course Info
Saturday 11th July 2026
10 am – 4 pm Please leave 30 minutes of buffer time in case your course runs over.
Central Scotland School of Jewellery, Craft Central, High Street, Dunblane
Please note: Classes may occasionally be cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances or insufficient bookings. Should this occur, you will be notified no later than the day before the scheduled class and will receive a full refund.
