Introduction to Leather Bag Design
A course by Pigeoncoq , Leather Workshop
Learn leather crafting techniques and discover the different types of leather, tools, and accessories for customizing your bags
What if you started to consume differently and give meaning to what you wear? By offering creative leather goods workshops, Pigeoncoq helps to move the lines of fashion by focusing on sustainability and this is the mission that s is given Lucie Poupet, workshop facilitator and your teacher for this course.
Passionate about the upgrading and diversion of existing materials, she puts all her know-how at the service of Pigeoncoq in the design of articles and accessories in recycled or upcycled leather.
What will you learn in this online course?
18 lessons & 13 downloads
- 92% positive reviews (36)
- 1,987 students
- 18 lessons (3h 19m)
- 13 additional resources (4 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: French, German, English, Spanish (Latam), Indonesian, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Turkish
- French · Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish · Romanian · Indonesian
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
You will make a leather bag from scratch using manual leather goods techniques.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This course is for everyone.
Requirements and materials
You don't need to know anything about leather goods or sewing to take this course!
As for the materials, prepare the basic leather goods and sewing tools that will be specified to you during the course.
Reviews
Pigeoncoq
A course by Pigeoncoq
Lucie Poupet is a creative passionate about revaluing materials. She runs creative leatherwork workshops as part of a team of about ten people at Pigeoncoq. Based in Paris and Lyon, the focus of these workshops is based on transmission, creativity and exchange.
This initiative, which began in 2016, has led Pigeoncoq to collaborate with renowned brands such as Mellow Yellow and Quo Vadis, as well as winning awards such as first prize in the Talent de Mode contest and the Au-Delà du Cuir award.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Presentation
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My sources of inspiration
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U2
Let's Get Ready!
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Material for the Course
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Looking for Inspiration
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A Unique Bag!
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U3
Template and cutting of leather
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Making the Template 1
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Make the Template 2
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Postmarks
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Cutting the Leather
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Piercing the Leather
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U4
Customizing and Assembling
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Customization 1
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Customization 2
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Sewing 1
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Sewing 2
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Finalization 1
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Finalization 2
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U5
Let's Continue the Experiment!
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Other Applications of the Technique
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Maintenance Tips
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FP
Final project
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Introduction to Leather Bag Design
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FAQs
The course is aimed at an intermediate level: it’s best to have some basic sewing or DIY skills, but the techniques are explained step-by-step so you can progress at your own pace.
You’ll need leather (new or recycled), cutting tools, punches, needles, waxed thread, decorative rivets, and accessories for customization. A detailed list is provided in the course.
You’ll learn how to select leather, create patterns, cut, punch, hand-assemble, and personalize a leather bag or accessory, including upcycling techniques and fashion-inspired ideas.
Yes, you’ll discover several customization methods: adding rivets, accessories, fringes, marquetry, and using leather scraps to create a one-of-a-kind piece.
The course explains how to assess leather’s softness, texture, quality, and natural flaws to choose the best material for your project.
Yes, upcycling and using recycled leather are encouraged for unique, eco-friendly creations, with specific tips on how to make the most of these materials.
You’ll learn simplified saddle stitching using two needles and waxed thread for professional durability, along with other hand-sewing tricks suited to accessories.
Ce cours m'aidera beaucoup dans la conception des sac et accessoire en cuir.
Muy básico.
Me gustó mucho el currso
me gusto el curso.
A very good course, all the steps are explained properly