LWL-S100: Leatherworking Skills - Finishing Edges

  • 08/06/2025
  • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Makersmiths Leesburg - 106 Royal St SW
  • 9

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Leatherworking Skills - Finishing Edges

In this skills-based class we will go over the many options of how to finish leather edges.

  • Edge beveling and how the size of the bevel matters
  • What can and can't be beveled
  • Burnishing and tricks to get good, better, and best burnished edges
  • What order to burnish, bevel, or color edges
  • The differences between types of leather and how that affects the edges
  • When to dye or use edge paint and why
Each student will get scrap leather to try some of the different burnishing and beveling techniques.

All tools, leather, and supplies will be provided.

Prerequisites: None.  This class can be taken as a beginner and all skills will be discussed and taught.

This class is best for ages 14 and above. Those under 14 should seek instructor approval before registering. Exceptions will typically be granted. Non-members under 18 should confirm with the instructor the rules for underage participants. This class is open to all races and genders. If there is anything you wish the instructor to be aware of ahead of the class. Please email. This class is a safe space, those who violate our code of conduct will be removed. 

The class will meet in the Main Room at the Leesburg location unless otherwise specified.

New to Makersmiths? Prior to coming to class, please sign this online waiver form: https://waiver.fr/p-NVPOj.

Questions?  Contact the instructor Diane Bollinger.

If the class is full, click here to request additional classes.

Leesburg Location
106 Royal St SW
Leesburg, VA 20175

Open House Every Thursday 6 - 8 PM

Purcellville Location
785 S. 20th St.
Purcellville, VA 20132

Open House Every Tuesday 6 - 8 PM

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