{"product_id":"non-residential-spots-leather-work-with-ali-goodman","title":"Leather Work With Ali Goodman- Non-Residential Spots","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/pages\/retreats-waitlist\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSIGN UP TO WAITLIST\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAli Goodman runs Francli Craftwear, a design and makers studio based in Cornwall. Ali makes goods that are crafted with care, chosen with consideration and used for a lifetime. Ali is not only a highly skilled maker, but a thoughtful designer, she has designed our Day Pack rucksack pattern and the Pocket bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this workshop you’ll delve into the world of leatherwork and leave with a Rambler’s pocket, one of Ali’s signature leather products. The Rambler is an everyday essential for your phone, cards and keys. It’s sturdy, practical and will only get better with age. You’ll be able to choose which colour leather you use for your Rambler.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis workshop is designed for somebody with no prior experience in leatherwork. As well as being taken through the process of making the Rambler pocket, along the way Ali will be sharing all her experience with working and designing with leather. For example, working with different hides, the tanning process, and finishing options for different leathers and products. She will also be bringing an array of her made leather goods to talk through. If you happen to finish your Rambler pocket you have the option to make some smaller items. All leather and hardware is included in the price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note that these spaces are non-residential so accommodation will not be included.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Itinerary - \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeet and greet (optional)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 4pm on Monday there will be a meet and greet with Ali and your fellow students over drinks and nibbles. We will introduce you to Ali and you’ll get to know your fellow classmates a bit better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay 1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroductory talk with Ali in the studio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough your pieces will be pre cut Ali will go over cutting procedures for different leathers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCutting + bevelling practice using different knives, stamps and techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBevelling, sanding, polishing + waxing edges. Begin grooving + skiving components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay 2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCatch up burnishing \/ Grooving + skiving components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlternating grooving + skiving components with leather hole punching + rivet pressing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInitial wet moulding + glueing (leave to dry over lunch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInitial saddle stitching (loop + fastening)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay 3\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCatch up saddle stitching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWet moulding + glueing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrap cutting, sanding, burnishing. Line scoring, hole punching + saddle stitching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe second half of the day is tuition free so you are welcome to spend the rest of the day exploring Rye, shopping or resting up!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay 4 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue saddle stitching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlternate side seam burnishing with strap assembly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSide seam burnishing + strap assembly. Et voila!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat is included in your retreat fee:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll of your leather and metal hardware are included in the fee.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWelcome drinks at The Grove, where you meet Ali and your fellow students.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3½ days tuition with Ali Goodman. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA beautiful seasonal lunch on all days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlentiful teas, coffees and cake at the studio.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA farewell supper with your tutor on the Friday including wine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 patterns of your choice from the shop. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10% off all purchases in the shop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Merchant \u0026 Mills","offers":[{"title":"5th - 9th October 2026","offer_id":56703008932171,"sku":"CLASS-NRALIGOODMAN","price":988.91,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/3588\/5131\/files\/MAKE-CARDHOLDER_12935b7f-27ef-4dcb-bf01-317b84522ed2.jpg?v=1772722525","url":"https:\/\/merchantandmills.com\/en-us\/products\/non-residential-spots-leather-work-with-ali-goodman","provider":"Merchant \u0026 Mills","version":"1.0","type":"link"}