Most products made from leather are regarded as expensive, luxury items.
Taking classes in leather craft techniques can give people the skills needed to make personalised products for themselves or to give as gifts to friends or family.
'They want to make leather products that contain their own personal style based on the type of materials, their choice of colours, decorations and size. Some people even like to stamp their names or a message on the products they make.'
The workshop offers courses that cater for both beginners and advanced students.
While the standard course comprises four, two-hour sessions, the number of sessions a student needs to attend will depend on the product they want to make.
Basic skills and techniques taught include cutting, punching holes, stitching, adding lining, finishing and polishing, and knowledge of leather quality and methods of protection.