{"product_id":"make-your-own-backpack-in-a-day-practical-leather-course","title":"'Bag In A Day' Practical Leather Course Backpack","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 and make a handbag! A Day Course for Beginners and Confident Makers. The perfect leather experience day!\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 making this fully-lined 'turned seam' Leather backpack with drawstring and flap closure.  It will have raw edge straps and buckles to adjust the strap length. \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 course 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. This course is also an excellent follow on for previous ‘Bag in a Day’ course students. Come and make a handbag in a day!\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 – 6pm (approx). There will be lunch served at midday and tea\/ coffee 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 HOME 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 3-4.\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 Backpack has a drawstring closure. The straps are adjustable with buckles. 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, and a pocket can be added in your choice of leather. . The straps are adjustable with buckles. 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe dimensions of the finished backpack are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e250mm x 350mm x 150mm\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e and it will be the same construction as the backpack in the product photos.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\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. \u003cspan\u003eOur chrome tanned leather is sourced locally.\u003c\/span\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\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\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\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\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\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Hands of Tym","offers":[{"title":"Tuesday 13th October 2026","offer_id":44496507306028,"sku":null,"price":280.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0370\/1325\/8284\/products\/hands-of-tym-course-bag-in-a-day-practical-leather-course-backpack-29521500340268.jpg?v=1642329158","url":"https:\/\/handsoftym.live\/products\/make-your-own-backpack-in-a-day-practical-leather-course","provider":"Hands of Tym","version":"1.0","type":"link"}