Leather Made by You
From your very first cut to your final stitch, leather comes alive in your hands.
You’re not just making an object - you’re creating something that lasts. At Tharwa Valley Forge, we’ve been teaching beginners and experienced makers the art of leatherwork since 2003. We bring out your best, make it hands-on, and make it fun.
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$2,750 - Week long Leatherworking Foundations
$500 - Leather Hats
$500 - Intro to Kydex
$950 - Create a bag for daily use
$350 - Leather Journal Covers
$450 - Leather Masks or Goggles
$1,650 - Produce a pair of cowboy boots
$500 - Make a pair of leather sneakers
$2,750 - 5 day bootmaking course
$450 - Custom Made Leather Apron
$400 - Leather Sheaths
$300 - Teen Leatherworking
Gift Certificates
At least a quarter of the people who come through our doors arrive with a Gift Certificate, and there's always special stories behind them. A daughter surprising her dad. A partner encouraging someone who’s always wanted to try leatherworking. Something unique for Mother’s Day. A manager thanking a team with a hands-on experience they’ll never forget. A gift certificate is a chance to learn real leathercraft, work with beautiful materials, and create something with your own hands.
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Leather Sales
We stock a selection of leather suitable for leatherworkers, makers, hobbyists, students and professionals, including pieces ideal for leathercraft, repairs and small projects. Buying in person means you can see the grain, check the thickness, feel the quality and choose the exact piece that suits your project. All leather is only avaiable for in-person purchase.
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Custom Course Dates
Can’t find a course date that suits? Gather a few friends and book a private course at a time that works for you. Choose from any of our leather courses. Workshops can be scheduled on weekdays or weekends, making it easy to find a time that suits your group. Private courses are usually the same price as our scheduled workshops and can run with as few as three participants. Dates can fill quickly, so get in touch early to secure a time that works for you.
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