{"product_id":"bag-in-a-day-practical-leather-course-tote-bag","title":"'Bag in a Day' Practical Leather Course Tote Bag","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBefore booking:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/terms-conditions\"\u003eRead the course and tuition terms and conditions\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCraft it Yourself! A Day Course for Beginners and Confident Makers. \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eJoin us in our Oxfordshire Workshop (UK) for a day of learning and making. Learn directly from Leathersmith and London College of Fashion Lecturer, Georgie Tym, as she guides you through this experience day, making a fully-lined 'Turned seam' 'W Base' Medium Leather Tote bag with raw edge straps. There will be one small pocket inside attached to the lining. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOur leather tote bag course makes the perfect leather experience gift for her or him!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWho is this course for?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ebag in a day course\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e is ideal for all experience levels, from beginners to confident makers. A perfect introduction into leather work and bag making, you will experience the wide variety of tasks involved in the work. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhat to expect\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHave fun learning the basics of leather craft (for accessories), with introduction to techniques including: machine stitching on leather, hand finishing and hand cutting. You will also be working with the full spectrum of leather types from soft leathers and suedes to a sturdy vegetable tanned leather. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIn order to complete your bag in a day we will use some pre-prepared components and the bag will be made from a 'Hands of Tym' pattern. Don’t worry though, there is still plenty of hands-on work for you to enjoy. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTime: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe course runs from 9.45am – 4.30-5pm. There will be lunch served at midday and tea\/ coffee breaks throughout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocation:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e The course will be run from the Workshop of Hands Of Tym in Banbury, Oxfordshire, OX16 9DH.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eParking: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eParking is available on the drive with easy access via the M40. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTransport: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBanbury train station is a 30 min walk. Trains run from both London Marylebone and Birmingham to Banbury in 50 minutes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe’re also well connected to Reading, Oxford, Leamington Spa to name a few.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaximum class size is 4.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Bag\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Leather Tote Bag has a striking pleated base feature. The strap is made to your desired length. It can be made out of your choice of leather from a wide variety available in the workshop. The bag is lined with a black cotton drill fabric.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe size is perfect for carrying your everyday essentials. The internal pocket is perfect for protecting smaller valuables. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMake it your own with personalised hand embossing. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe dimensions of the finished bag are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e300mm x 320mm x 160mm\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e and it will be the same construction as the bag in the product photos.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThere are NO ADDITIONAL costs. All leather, hardware and other materials will be included. There will be a selection of leather and hardware colours for you to choose from.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMaterial and Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaterial\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHere at Hands of Tym, we are passionate about sourcing the highest quality sustainable materials. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe use responsibly-sourced Italian vegetable-tanned leather. Find out more \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.handsoftym.live\/pages\/responsibility-sustainability\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ehere\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e. Our chrome tanned leather is sourced locally.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eUsing only the highest quality cuts of the leather, the leather will improve with use and age, developing a soft patina over time. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eNatural variations are a product feature of this material and contribute to the individual style of the product. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePlease note: There may be natural changes in the colour of the materials and they may stain easily. Please be careful with oils and inks. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen not in use, store your product in the soft cloth bag in a cool and dry place. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRepair\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen you buy from Hands of Tym, you’re getting so much more than your new purchase. You’re creating a connection with the maker - Georgie Tym. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIf your leather product becomes damaged (after all, life happens), contact us and we can talk about repair options. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe look forward to warmly welcoming you to the Workshop soon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBOOK NOW\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e(Discounts available for group bookings)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.handsoftym.live\/collections\/gift-voucher\/products\/hands-of-tym-gift-cards\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBUY this as a gift with flexible dates - click HERE to view GIFT CARDS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCall Georgie on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e07967683367\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e for more information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eor email info@handsoftym.live\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Hands of Tym","offers":[{"title":"Tuesday 17th November 2026","offer_id":44496504619052,"sku":null,"price":230.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Tuesday 16th March 2027","offer_id":44496504586284,"sku":null,"price":230.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0370\/1325\/8284\/products\/hands-of-tym-course-bag-in-a-day-practical-leather-course-tote-bag-29521475534892.jpg?v=1687430671","url":"https:\/\/handsoftym.live\/products\/bag-in-a-day-practical-leather-course-tote-bag","provider":"Hands of Tym","version":"1.0","type":"link"}