Upcycled Leather Bag Workshop: Learn to Craft and Create

Learn to make your own upcycled leather bag in Western Sydney!


Trashy
Trashy
2k followers

3 hours Class size 1 to 15 guests       $160 (Afterpay available)
Sydney
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Craft
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Textiles
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Leather Work
Join us for a fun and creative workshop where you'll learn to make your own stylish leather drawstring bag, and at the same time help reduce the amount of textiles going to landfill.
In this hands-on session, you'll discover the joy of upcycling and create a unique piece while contributing to a sustainable future by making use of our rescued leather, fabric and accessories.
Our experienced instructor, Rachel Dengate, utilising her 30 years of leather artisan experience, will guide you through the process, teaching you essential leather crafting skills. All materials and tools are provided.
Plus, you’ll take home a bag of goodies so that you can continue your leather craft journey at home. This workshop is ideal for beginners and anyone who wants a fun and productive day out, so why not get a friend to join you?
What you'll get
You will make and keep a quality, drawstring leather bag made from remnant leather, AND a take-home pack of more remnant leather as well as some basic implements, such as leather stitching needles and thread, to make more at home.
Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly.
What to bring
No need to bring anything. All leather and tools provided
Location

Trashy Penrith, Shop 4/92-112 Henry Street, Penrith NSW

This venue is a short walk from Penrith station (500m). On street parking available on Henry Street, but also in a large free car park in Allen Place, just behind the complex where Trashy is located

Upcycled Leather Bag Workshop: Learn to Craft and Create location
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Trashy
Trashy

2k followers
female Women-owned

Trashy is a start-up, female-owned and operated social enterprise based in Penrith, is dedicated to transforming the community’s perception of fashion ‘waste’ by advocating and supporting conscious consumerism and championing the value inherent in remnant and discarded textiles, haberdashery and other creative resources.
We are guided by the following principles:
1. Reduce the volume of valuable, reusable, textile and fashion 'waste' directed towards landfill and perpetual storage.
2. Advocate for and exemplify the principles of upcycling and reuse, underscoring its ecological and economic advantages.
3. Redefine common perceptions regarding the value of so-called fashion and textile 'waste'.
4. Advocate for and support women in business, and the circular economy.
One of our strategies in reducing textile and fashion waste is to empower the community to upcycle, reuse and create using rescued resources by offering a variety of hands-on, engaging workshops built around sustainability. Our workshops are led by experienced instructors who are passionate about sharing their knowledge and skills in upcycling, crafting, and sustainable practices.
Here are some of the workshops we offer:
* Basic book-binding/rebinding
* Bag making
* Shoe repair and upcycling
* Fabric flower making
* Make your own pencil case
* Reading dress pattern/designing patterns
We provide all the necessary materials and tools, so all you need to bring is your enthusiasm and creativity.
Our workshops are perfect for those who love learning new skills, expressing their creativity, and positively impacting the planet. You can explore your creative potential, express yourself through hands-on projects, and connect with others in a fun and supportive environment.
If you are interested in booking a group for a specific workshop, or if you can't find a workshop you're interested in, please let us know. You are also welcome to run your own workshop at Trashy as long as your workshop is textile/fashion and/or sustainability-related.
2025-04-18 15:00:00
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