The Leather Project Class is designed to introduce students to leather crafting with an application to the custom leather industry. Students will learn about the different types of leather available, pattern design and construction, and finishing and care of a leather sheath. The course will equip graduates with the basic knowledge, skills, and confidence necessary to successfully design and build their own leather projects. Students will leave the class with an elegant custom-made leather project created with their hands. Ages 13+.

Joshua O'Crowley is a bladesmith with 13 years of experience and has been teaching bladesmithing classes for 9 years. He is also a certified instructor with the U.S. Army and a member of the American Bladesmith Society.