Leatherworking: Part I

Join CBMM’s Vessel Conservation Manager Sam Hilgartner on July 26-27 for a two-day workshop learning the basics of leather working. Participants will go home with a working knowledge of leather identification, hole punching, stitching, conditioning, patterning making, and tool usage.

Participants will craft a leather tool sheath either for a rigging knife and marlinspike also known as a “rig kit”. The tools and skills required to create the sheath are perfect for beginning to build a foundational knowledge in leatherworking.

All building tools and materials will be provided.

Participant scholarships are available through CBMM’s Regional Folklife Center under the Maryland Traditions program of the Maryland State Arts Council. Email Hilgartner at c2hpbGdhcnRuZXIgfCBjYm1tICEgb3Jn for more information on scholarship opportunities.


Leatherworking: Part I
Date/Time: Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 18-19, 9am-3pm
Location: Shipyard
Cost: $200, with a 20% discount for CBMM members

Learn more: https://cbmm.org/event/leatherworking-part-i-2025/

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