Leather Purse Workshop with Jude Gove

Learn how to make your own handmade leather purse in this relaxed, beginner friendly workshop. Using genuine leather and pure wool felt, you’ll explore simple hand stitching techniques to create a durable, beautifully finished piece you’ll use every day, perfectly sized to use as a large purse or mini-clutch for everyday essentials. Choose from Jude’s carefully sourced selection of sustainable leather offcuts, each with its own character and story. You’ll cut your pattern, assemble your purse and stitch it together by hand, learning practical techniques that can be applied to future leathercraft projects. Along the way, you’ll be guided through how to select and cut soft leather and wool felt, the best tools and materials for hand sewing leather, how to insert a zip, and how to construct and finish your purse for strength and longevity.