Create With Your Own Hands.

Join our hands-on workshops in Avella, PA, and master the traditional techniques of leatherworking under the guidance of a master artisan, William J Magon.

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Available Workshops

The Wallet Project

Duration: 4 Hours

Learn to expertly cut, saddle-stitch, and finish a minimalist card holder using premium vegetable-tanned leather. This workshop is perfect for beginners eager to craft their first leather piece.

$150 Book Now

The Belt Making Intensive

Duration: 6 Hours

Measure, cut, and finish a custom-fit leather belt that will last a lifetime. This intensive includes setting hardware and learning advanced edge finishing techniques.

$225 Book Now

Introduction to Leatherworking

Duration: Full Day (Approx. 8 Hours)

A comprehensive deep dive into tools, various leather types, and fundamental leatherworking techniques, culminating in creating a small, functional project of your choice.

$350 Book Now

Limited to 4 participants per class for personalized instruction.

What's Included in Every Workshop

All Materials Provided

You'll work with the same premium vegetable-tanned leather and threads we use for our own bespoke products.

Use of Professional Tools

Get hands-on experience with a full set of artisan-grade leatherworking tools, all provided for your use during the workshop.

Expert, Patient Instruction

William J Magon provides one-on-one guidance in a small class setting, ensuring a rich learning experience for all.

Your Finished Project

You'll leave with a beautiful, functional leather good that you made yourself, a testament to your newfound skills.

From Our Students' Benches

Student proudly holding a newly crafted minimalist wallet made of brown vegetable-tanned leather, with neat saddle stitching.
A proud student showcasing a perfectly stitched minimalist wallet from 'The Wallet Project' workshop.
William J Magon, the artisan, demonstrating a leather cutting technique to a focused student during a workshop, hands close-up with tools.
William J Magon offering one-on-one guidance to a student on precise leather cutting techniques.
Several students working diligently on their custom leather belts, with tools and leather pieces spread across a workbench.
Focus and craftsmanship on display during 'The Belt Making Intensive' workshop.
A small group of smiling students and William J Magon posing with their finished leather projects at the end of a workshop.
A moment of shared accomplishment: students and William J Magon with their completed projects.
A close-up shot of various leatherworking tools neatly arranged on a workbench, ready for use.
Our curated selection of professional tools at your fingertips.
Macro shot of hands saddle stitching a piece of leather, showing thread and needle with precise technique.
The rhythmic art of the saddle stitch, learned and mastered in our workshop.

What Our Students Say

“This was so much more than a class; it was an experience. I learned so much and am incredibly proud of the wallet I made. William is a fantastic teacher. Highly recommended!”

Sarah K., Wallet Workshop Attendee

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Select a workshop and date from the calendar below to book your spot. Classes are limited to 4 participants to ensure a quality, personalized experience.

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Looking for a Private Session or Group Event?

We offer exclusive private workshops for individuals or groups looking for a tailored leathercraft experience, perfect for corporate team-building or special occasions.

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