Raw & Refined – Leather Crafting
In this leather crafting class, you can rediscover an ancient craft to create beautiful, useful, and incredibly durable items for everyday use.
You will learn the entire process from the initial idea and planning to the finished product. We will cover all the essential crafting techniques, including:
- Cutting, gluing, sewing, and embossing leather.
- Measuring accurately for specific designs.
- Cutting straps for belts and handles.
- Leather braiding and using leftover scraps.
- Dyeing and wet-forming leather.
- How to handle small-scale batch production.
You will also learn how to work with rivets, snap buttons, buckles, zippers, grommets, recycled materials, and various standard fasteners.
This is a new and highly popular class at Vrå Højskole.
Next semester is Spring 2027 (Waiting list): January 3rd, 2027 – June 19, 2027
Next available semester is Fall 2027: August 10th, 2027 – December 20th, 2027
Teacher: Julie Nystrup
Julie is currently studying at Den Frie Lærerskole and teaching as a folk high school teacher at Vrå Folk High School for a year.
Alongside her deep and curious interest in leather craftsmanship, Julie is a trained cabinetmaker. She is passionate about the work of both hand and mind, about community, and about sharing laughter and good conversations while working with crafts.