Leather Workshops Cape Town
Create. Craft. Connect.
Learn to make something beautiful with your own hands at a Sky & Eden leather workshop. Workshops are hosted at our Brackenfell studio or at selected venues in Durbanville, Cape Town or beyond. We can even bring the experience to you. Designed for small groups and all skill levels, our hands-on workshops include all materials, I’ll be guiding you through every step of the creative process
Come create, learn something new and leave with something you’ve made yourself.
From your first stitch to your finest finish
If you’ve never touched a piece of leather before or you’re looking to sharpen your craft, there’s a Sky & Eden workshop for you.
Our studio workshops are catered to small groups only, so you get real hands-on guidance. Every session ends with something tangible: a piece you made yourself, ready to use or give as a gift.
Prefer to host at your venue? We travel to you. Perfect for hen parties, birthdays, team builds and private events across Cape Town.*
*Travel fees apply to workshops hosted at your chosen venue and are calculated according to the distance travelled. Additional charges may apply if the workshop extends beyond the agreed or allocated time.
What you'll make
Make Your Own Leather Bag
- Skill level: Beginner friendly
- Duration: 5-6 hours
- Price: From R600 to R2000
- Group size: 1-10
Create a beautiful, timeless leather bag from start to finish. Choose from a cell phone bag, crossbody, sling, tote or mini tote and make it uniquely yours. Learn the basics of leathercraft, make your own cuts and stitches by hand, and leave with a bag you made yourself. No previous leathercraft experience needed; Michelle guides you every step of the way.
Make Your Own Leather Journal
- Skill level: Beginner friendly
- Size: A5 or A6
- Duration: 1-2 hours
- Price: from R500 – R650
- Group size: 1-10 people
Create a beautiful, handcrafted leather journal from start to finish. Learn the basics of leathercraft as you assemble and finish your journal, then personalise it with your choice of charms, coloured cord and emboss with your initials or name. No previous leathercraft experience is needed; Michelle will guide you through every step, so you can leave with a journal that is uniquely yours.
Note Book or Bible Cover
- Skill level: Beginner friendly
- Size: A5, A4 or custom
- Duration: 2-4 hours
- Price: From R400 – R650
- Group size: 1-10 people
Make a beautiful, handmade leather cover tailored to your favourite notebook or bible. Choose from A4, A5 or customise your cover to fit your Bible or another special book.
A practical and timeless piece to keep for yourself or a thoughtful handmade gift for someone special.
More Ways to Create
Our workshop collection is not limited to the options listed on our website. Looking for something different? We also offer custom workshops and can create pieces such as wine bags, wallets, belts and more. Have an idea in mind? Get in touch with us to discuss your custom workshop or project.
Everything is taken care of
All tools and materials provided
Welcome drink on arrival
Step-by-step guidance throughout
Refreshments.
Can be arranged. Charged at per person rate
Your finished piece to take home
brackenfell home studio or selected venues in Durbanville. We can also bring the experience to you
Where we host our workshops
Studio workshops:
Our home studio is based in Kleinbron Park, Brackenfell, Northern Suburbs Cape. Parking available. Full address confirmed on booking. Workshops are hosted at our Brackenfell home studio or at selected venues in Durbanville, Cape Town’s Northern Suburbs or we can bring the experience to you. Parking is available. Full venue address and parking details will be provided upon booking confirmation.
We travel to you:
Prefer to host your workshop at home, your office or a private venue? We offer private workshops across Cape Town and beyond, bringing the Sky & Eden creative experience to you.
Travel fees:
Travel fees apply to workshops hosted at your chosen venue and are calculated according to the distance travelled. This will be quoted separately.
Upcoming workshops
No sew leather crossbody bag
Create your own stylish no-sew leather crossbody bag in this fun, beginner-friendly workshop. Learn simple leather crafting techniques while designing a beautiful, functional bag to take home. No experience needed, just come ready to create!
Dates to be confirmed soon
book a private workshop
Looking for a hen party activity, birthday experience, date night, team build or corporate event? We offer private workshops for groups at our Brackenfell home studio or your venue of choice across Cape Town. Workshops are hosted at our Brackenfell home studio or at selected venues in Durbanville, Cape Town’s Northern Suburbs.
Private bookings include:
- Exclusive use of the workshop for your group
- All materials and tools
- Step-by-step guidance throughour.
Travel fees apply to workshops hosted at your chosen venue and are calculated according to the distance travelled.
Group size: 4-16 people
Pricing: Pricing varies depending on the size of the group and the item being created. Contact us for a personalised quote.
Give an experience as a gift
A Sky & Eden workshop gift voucher is an experience it’s an experience to enjoy, create and remember. Choose a specific workshop or give monetary value voucher redeemable against any available session.
- Gift voucher denominations R200 to R2000
- Validity period 1 year
- Delivered digitally by email or whatsapp
What workshop guests say
“Such a carefully planned, wholesome and enjoyable experience. Just the right size of group, fun and heart warming and the clutch was a highlight…such an apt keepsake.” Margot Ladouce
“Michelle, thank you for opening your beautiful home for us to enjoy a fulfilling afternoon, not only learning a new skill, but having the opportunity to recharge and refill our cups! Thank you for your patience and knowledge. It was a super memorable experience and we have a beautiful bag to remember it by!” Tracey
“I had such a wonderful experience at the women’s day leather clutch workshop. It was creative, fun and such a lovely way to celebrate women. The guidance was excellent and I really enjoyed learning something new while making my own beautiful clutch. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming and I’d definitely recommend this workshop to anyone looking for a fun and memorable experience!” Bianca Pamplin
Ready to Create Something Beautiful?
Limited spaces available. Book your spot today and don’t miss out!