# Event Details - **Event Name**: Gilded Christmas Ornaments: A Festive Introduction to Leather Gilding - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 28 Nov, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 28 Nov, 2026 at 12:00 pm (+00:00) - **Event Description**: Create a one-of-a-kind gilded leather Christmas ornament using traditional wooden moulds, and discover the ancient craft's history.About this EventCreate your own one-of-a-kind Christmas ornament using the rare historic technique of gilt leather making. In this hands-on workshop, you'll work with historic wooden gilt leather moulds and hand punches to emboss leather and gild a design of your own, learning the hand skills behind a largely forgotten art form which was once hugely influential and sought after across the world.No previous experience is needed. All materials and tools will be provided. By the end of the session, you will understand the history and traditional uses of gilt leather, learn how moulds and punches are used to create raised, patterned designs, practise application of delicate metal leaf to leather and learn about Mecca gilding techniques, leaving with your own gilded leather Christmas ornament.Course Leader: Beth ElfordLocation: LCC StudioDate: Sat 28th November 2026Time: 10AM - 12PMCost: £45 - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/leicester/gilded-christmas-ornaments-a-festive-introduction-to-leather-gilding/100001996996139210 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Workshops, Art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 12+ - door_time: 2026-11-28T10:00:00Z - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Leather Conservation Centre - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 49.46, max: 49.46, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Leicester - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Leather Conservation Centre - **lat**: 52.6301368 - **long**: -1.1325902 - **full address**: Leather Conservation Centre, Canopy, Duke Street, Leicester, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Gilded Christmas Ornaments: A Festive Introduction to Leather Gilding - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/76fef44e8b8c863b3c1e3d5f7dfaf3111777fa09412863d444509ef356ff10e8-rimg-w1200-h675-dc483818-gmir.jpg?v=1787897717 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Gilded Christmas Ornaments: A Festive Introduction to Leather Gilding being held? - **A:** Gilded Christmas Ornaments: A Festive Introduction to Leather Gilding takes place on Sat, 28 Nov, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 28 Nov, 2026 at 12:00 pm at Leather Conservation Centre, Canopy, Duke Street, Leicester, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Is there an age restriction for Gilded Christmas Ornaments: A Festive Introduction to Leather Gilding? - **A:** Gilded Christmas Ornaments: A Festive Introduction to Leather Gilding is strictly for guests aged 12 and above. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry. Guests under 12 will not be admitted. The event will be presented in English. - **Q**: Who is organizing Gilded Christmas Ornaments: A Festive Introduction to Leather Gilding? - **A:** Gilded Christmas Ornaments: A Festive Introduction to Leather Gilding is organized by Leather Conservation Centre. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Gilded Christmas Ornaments: A Festive Introduction to Leather Gilding is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Leicester, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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