Cape Town


Looking for leather classes Cape Town? Cape Leather Training offers practical workshops and a full 5-day course designed for beginners and hobbyists. You learn by doing. You train with real tools. You leave with finished items made by your own hands. Whether you're a small business owner or a weekend crafter, our courses teach the basics, the techniques, and the confidence you need to start making genuine leather items that last.

  • Attend a One-Day Leather Craft Workshop With a Pre-Cut Bag Kit

    This workshop gives you a quick but powerful taste of working with leather. You create a full leather bag using a pre-cut pattern. We teach you to stitch, fit hardware, and apply dye to finish the piece. It’s a good start for anyone who wants to try leatherworking before diving deeper.

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  • Enrol in a 5-Day Leather Craft Course Led by Experts

    This is our core course. It’s where you learn to cut, dye, assemble, and finish real leather goods. We teach you how to make a belt, design patterns, and hand stitch each item with precision. You leave with multiple handmade leather products, including a vegetable tanned leather item and a custom-made carry bag.

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Join a Hands-On Leather Craft Workshop or Course in Cape Town

1-Day Leather Craft Workshops in Cape Town: Learn How To Use Leather Tools To Make Something Lovely!

1-Day Leather Craft Workshops in Cape Town: Learn How To Use Leather Tools To Make Something Lovely!

1-Day Leather Craft Workshops in Cape Town: Learn How To Use Leather Tools To Make Something Lovely!

R 1,850.00 ZAR
R 1,850.00 ZAR
5-Day Leather Craft Course in Cape Town: Get Training and Tools for Leatherwork - We Tour All Over South Africa!

5-Day Leather Craft Course in Cape Town: Get Training and Tools for Leatherwork - We Tour All Over South Africa!

5-Day Leather Craft Course in Cape Town: Get Training and Tools for Leatherwork - We Tour All Over South Africa!

R 10,500.00 ZAR
R 10,500.00 ZAR

Train With Real Leather Tools and Learn at Your Own Pace


You train in small groups. Every session is focused and interactive. We supply the equipment, and we teach you how to use each piece properly. You’ll apply the saddle stitch, burnish edges, and practice with real thread and hardware to complete your projects the right way.

Classes in Cape Town With Small Groups and Personal Guidance


Every participant receives direct support. We keep our courses small on purpose. It allows you to ask, repeat, learn, and build a new skill at your own pace. You’re guided by a leather craftsman with years of experience who’s there to help you improve in each session.

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  • Two women assembling a small leather pouch together during a leather craft class focused on practical skills.

    Build a Strong Foundation With Every Leather Craft Class

    We teach the full process of leatherworking. From cutting and punching to sewing, each step builds your knowledge. You’ll walk away with more than just handmade products - you’ll gain the practical ability to do it again.

  • A leather craft instructor using a press machine to cut leather pieces at a Cape Town training workshop.

    Get Your Own Leather Tools and Learn to Use Them Effectively

    Every course includes access to the same equipment used by professional crafters. You’ll get hands-on experience with the tools needed to make a full leather item from scratch. For those attending the 5-day course, a full starter kit is available.

  • A woman working on leather craft using a hammer and punch tool to shape a brown leather piece during a hands-on workshop.

    Experience Real Craftsmanship With No Machines or Shortcuts

    We teach everything by hand. No sewing machines. No automation. Just real skills, real results, and real pride in your work. That’s what it means to learn from an expert in the artistry of handmade leather.

  • Three women wearing handcrafted leather craft backpacks, walking outdoors and enjoying their time after a creative workshop in Cape Town.

    Discover the Joy of Making Bags, Wallets, and Other Leather Projects

    You’ll learn how to assemble and finish genuine leather handbags, travel bags, and even simple wallets. Each project is a full build - from hide to final stitch - made by you with the support of our instructor.

Explore Our Leather Gallery and Past Workshop Projects

View Hand-Stitched Bags and Leather Goods Made by Past Students

See what past students have created. From belts and wallets to genuine leather handbags, every item reflects their good craftsmanship and growth through our course.

Browse Our Craft Projects and Success Stories

Our gallery features hundreds of projects completed during real training sessions. You’ll get inspired by what others have achieved with the same instruction and tools you’ll receive.

Discover What You Can Create With the Right Course and Tools

Once you have the right course, guidance, and tools, your potential opens up. You don’t need prior experience. You just need a hobby you care about - and the right place to learn it.