MODEL & SAMPLE MAKING
FOR
HANDBAGS, ACCESSORIES & HOME
COURSE OUTLINE
This is a master class in bench craft assembly of a luxury leather handbag.
The handbag model is a semi constructed banded gusset with fine folded edges. You will be
learning a specific high-end handbag construction type with materials provided for you. The
focus of the class is on technique, tools & hand craft skills.
DATES
December 6th - 8th, 3 day, 8 hour classes limited to 4 students
Call studio for rates
Non refundable reservation by 11/23
DEMOS THROUGHOUT OF
Shop safety
Tool use
Handbag craft and assembly
Specialized manufacture operations and machine use
Generalized design and manufacturing protocols for handbags
Introduction to handbag pattern making
Quality standards of handbag design, construction, materials and taste level
WHAT YOU WILL GET
You will be provided with best quality materials, tools and sourcing contacts
Individual instruction in the theory, assembly and discreet customization of your project bag.
A high quality handbag of classical construction and finish to take home
A LITTLE BIT ABOUT BEN LIBERTY
Ben Liberty is a master leather craftsman specializing in high end leather handbags, accessories
and home goods for 50 years. Ben Liberty’s clients include Carolina Herrera, Coach,
Alexander Wang, Tumi, & Herman Miller to name just a few. Ben’s leather studio has been
located in the Lower East side since 1980.