{"product_id":"craft-it-yourself-concertina-purse-course-practical-leather-course","title":"Craft it Yourself 'Concertina' Purse Course - Practical Leather Course","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 Half-Day Course for Beginners and Confident Makers. Leave with a bespoke purse 100% made by you.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCome along to our Oxfordshire Workshop (UK) for a day of learning and making. Leathersmith and London College of Fashion Lecturer, Georgie Tym will guide you through this experience day where you will craft a ‘raw edge’ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e‘Concertina’ Small Leather Purse\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e with internal pocket and a flap and stud closure. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eYou will also have the opportunity to personalise your purse with initials and a small design of your choice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\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\u003ecraft it yourself course\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e is ideal for all experience levels, whether you’re a beginner or an experienced maker. This course is a perfect introduction into leather work and bag making.\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 leather, as well as inserting hardware and decorative leather techniques. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eYou will be working with a luxurious and sustainably sourced vegetable-tanned leather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIn order to complete your\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e purse in a day\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e we will use some pre-prepared components and the bag will be made from a 'Hands of Tym' pattern. There will still be 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;\"\u003e9.45am – 1.30. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThere is a tea \/ coffee break halfway through.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocation:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e The course is run from the\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWorkshop of Hands Of Tym in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e Banbury, Oxfordshire, OX16 9DH.\u003c\/b\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 and Leamington Spa.\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 Purse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eLeather Small Concertina Purse\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e has a flap and stud closure with a handy internal pocket. It is made from Italian vegetable-tanned leather (sustainably sourced).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePersonalise your purse with initials and a small design of your choice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe dimensions of the finished \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003econcertina purse\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e130mm x 95mm x 10mm\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e and it will be the same construction as the purse in the product photos.\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.\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, 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\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe leather is free from harmful chemicals and biodegradable at the end of its life. \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;\"\u003eThere are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eNO ADDITIONAL costs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e. 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\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe look forward to seeing you at the workshop soon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.handsoftym.live\/collections\/gift-voucher\/products\/hands-of-tym-gift-cards?variant=39421744939052\"\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;\"\u003eMORE DATES COMING SOON - please sign up to email notification\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\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\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hands of Tym","offers":[{"title":"Monday 29th June 2026 AM","offer_id":44496513695788,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0370\/1325\/8284\/products\/hands-of-tym-course-craft-it-yourself-concertina-purse-course-practical-leather-course-28506441973804.jpg?v=1628940067","url":"https:\/\/handsoftym.live\/products\/craft-it-yourself-concertina-purse-course-practical-leather-course","provider":"Hands of Tym","version":"1.0","type":"link"}