Creative Leather Tooling – Glasses Case or Purse Workshop

2026 Heritage Artisan Faire Workshops – Rediscovering the Past Through Craft.

Creative Leather Tooling – Glasses Case or Purse Workshop

Discover the traditional craft of decorative leather tooling in this hands-on experience. Learn how to use stamping tools on natural vegetable-tanned leather to create beautiful patterns and designs.

Choose to make either a glasses case or a small purse, while learning essential techniques such as design planning, correct tool use, and creating neat finishes within borders.

Beginner-friendly and ideal for anyone wanting to learn a timeless heritage skill while taking home a practical handmade piece.

Morning 9.30am – 12.30pm

 

As part of AdventureFest 2026, Redlands Coast Museum invites you to embark on The Heritage Artisan Faire Workshops: a hands-on journey through heritage skills, artistry, and self-discovery. Vintage trades meet modern creativity in a series of immersive workshops that celebrate craftsmanship as a living link between past and present

Step back in time and try your hand at a craft once used to create beautifully detailed leather goods.

Discover the traditional craft of decorative leather tooling in this hands-on heritage-inspired workshop. Participants will learn the foundational techniques of tooling on natural vegetable-tanned leather, using stamping tools to create both simple and intricate patterns.

During the session, attendees can choose to create either a glasses case or a small purse, learning how to plan and apply designs neatly within borders while exploring the creative possibilities of different stamping tools.

This workshop is beginner-friendly and perfect for anyone interested in learning a timeless skill and creating a beautiful, practical item to take home.

What you will learn

• Introduction to creative tooling on natural veg-tanned leather
• Correct use and orientation of stamping tools
• Techniques for placing designs neatly within defined borders
• How individual tools can be used to create multiple patterns
• How to complete a finished glasses case or purse

Outcome

Participants will gain confidence in essential leather tooling techniques and discover the wide design possibilities for future projects such as book covers, wallets, belts, bags, clutches, and key tags.

 

What’s included

• All tools and equipment provided for use during the workshop
• Materials supplied at no additional cost
• Take home your completed leather glasses case or purse

   

What to wear
Wear comfortable clothing and enclosed, comfortable shoes.

 

What to bring
Please bring your own apron.

 

About the Facilitator – Cherryl McIntyre

Cherryl is a Brisbane-based leather artist with over 40 years’ experience, blending traditional techniques with innovative designs. She has taught leathercraft to students of all ages and abilities, both locally and internationally, and runs her own label, Exquisite Leather.

Cherryl is a founding member of the Leathercrafters Association of Qld and has coordinated the International Leather Conferences “Dimensions in Leather.” In 2008, she became the first non-American to receive the prestigious Al Stohlman Award for her exceptional skill and dedication to the craft.

Her workshops cover pattern making, cutting, colouring, and creating personal designs, welcoming everyone from beginners to advanced students.

________________________________________________________________________________________________

Duration:

3 hours

Suitable for: Ages 16+ (no prior experience required)

 

What to wear
Comfortable clothing and enclosed shoes.

 

What to bring
Please bring your own apron.

 

Workshop Capacity:

All our Heritage Artisan Faire Workshops have a limited number of participants to ensure you receive all the assistance and direction you require.

 

Ticket Includes:

• Tea & Coffee station

• Entry to the Museum to explore our fascinating exhibits

 

Ticket Types:

• Non-Members

• Redlands Coast Museum Members & Volunteers ($5 discount)

 

Important Information:

• Discounts apply only to valid Redlands Coast Museum Members and Volunteers

• Member and volunteer discounts cannot be used by non-members

• Discounts are not transferable or shareable

 

*Booking fees apply.