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We are passionate about passing on the skills needed to make things with leather.
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#chicagoclasses#chicago#leatherworking#leathercraft#chicagotodo#shoemakingschool#chicagothingstodo#chicagoleatherschool#chicagoleatherwork#handsonclasses
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Welcome to the leather school! We are located in Chicago, at 3717 N Ravenswood Ave. When you arrive for your class, use the call box to get buzzed in. We’re right at the front when you enter, so come on in and take it the sights and smells of leather and finished leather goods! #chicago #leathercraft #chicagoleatherschool
30 Oct 2026
We’re so thankful to be able to share our knowledge of leather working with folks in, around, and outside of Chicago! Hope you’ll be able to visit us sometime. Here are some frequently asked questions— comment any others you may have about getting started (or continuing!) with your leather working journey!
More FAQ on our website, along with our class calendar 🗓️
#chicago #chicagoleatherwork #leatherworking #handsonclasses #chicagotodo
26 Mar 2026
Where are we located? We have lots of new followers who just found out that there even is a leatherworking and shoemaking school in Chicago and many who haven’t been able to visit yet!
Our school is tucked away in Ravenswood, near the Addison St and Lincoln Ave intersection. We’re also less than a 10 minute walk from the Addison Brown Line station.
When you get here, dial us on the buzzer and we will let you in for your class! See you in soon ❣️
#shoemakingschool #leatherworking #chicagoclasses #chicagothingstodo #leatherworkshop
22 Apr 2024
We had so much at at our refillable journal class with @__all_together_now__ and @__present_company__ we added another date!
Interested in collaborating? dm us ❤️#leatherwork #journalcover #paperrebublicjournal #stationeryaddict
10 Nov 2026
Always a pleasure to visit Spotlight Chicago! This time I talked about making watchband with Shell Cordovan from @horweenleather. Link to segment in comments.
10 Nov 2026
Ever wonder how someone got a marbled design of dye on their leather? This is one way to do it… make a pile of shaving cream and let your dye dreams run wild.
Join us at the school to create your own leather ornaments!
#leather #gifts #marbledye #leatherdye #chicagotodo
09 Nov 2026
We do parties!
Whatever you’re celebrating,
email us at [email protected] with:
-# of participants
-Organization Name
-Whether you have specific projects in mind
-Day & Time ranges
#chicagoeventplanner #shoemakingschool #leatherschool #chicagoclasses
03 Nov 2026
Leatherwork 301 teaches you all the fundamentals of sewing on an industrial machine. We will introduce you to all the different machines we use in the studio and explain what they are used for. You’ll learn how to thread them up and wind a bobbin, along with installing a zipper!
Taking 301 gets you ready to take more bag-making classes at the school. Get this prerequisite completed! ☑️
Next classes with open spots:
(1day) Dec 27
(4 day) Jan 5, 7, 12, & 14
(4 day) Jan 19, 21, 26, & 28
#chicagoclasses #sewingmachine #industrialsewing #learnsewing #chicagoleather
02 Nov 2026
Make the perfect little leather purse for yourself or a loved one!
Select your leather and hardware to customize your own “Baguette” in our 1-day bag making workshop!
We have spots open in 5 sessions through the end of the year:
November: 11th and 13th
December: 2nd, 9th, and 16th.
Sewing Exp. Level Required: 301 or Beautiful Bag 1.
#leatthercraft #baguette #chicagoworkshops #diychicago #thingstodoinchicago
29 Oct 2026
Soon you’ll be able to make a cozy pair of leather slippers with us here at the school. Here’s a sneak peek of the process 👀 #leathercraft #slippers #chicago #chicagoclasses
27 Oct 2026
To color match your thread or to go with the contrasting combo… maybe you’ll add some lining fabric for a nice pop of color, add decorative rivets, or D rings to hang charms from! The choices for creative touches are endless.
Each of these projects were made by one of our students, Cecelia. She found that she quite enjoys adding special touches like these to pre-existing or new patterns she creates. My favorite? The headphones case. So tiny and practical! What’s your favorite of the bunch?
#leatherworking #details
26 Oct 2026
We can’t wait for Stitchdown Expo! if you haven’t got your ticket yet there’s still time! this will be an amazing event with lots of shoemakers and boot lovers. #stitchdownexpo #bootaddict #chicagothingstodo
23 Oct 2026
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