Leather Market Tote

Registration for this class opens to MMFS members on November 10, and then to the general public on November 12, 2026. Not a member yet? You can sign up here.

 

In this class, we will learn the basic skills of leather working while sewing a classic 100% leather tote bag. Learn about cutting leather, preparing it for stitching, saddle-stitching, and riveting handles. Students will leave with a beautiful market tote and the skills to continue leather-working in the future.

The tote measures approximately 16”x14” and is made out of brown oil-tanned cowhide. All materials will be prepared by the instructor before class, but each step of the process will be covered as a group.

 

About the Instructor: Candace LaCosse

 

Your instructor will provide the following materials:

All materials and tools needed to create a 100% leather tote bag

 

Students are asked to bring:

• note-taking tools (if you’d like to take notes)
• We recommend dressing in layers, as certain classrooms can be drafty depending on the time of year.
• Since your class runs over the lunch hour, we recommend you bring lunch or click  HERE to learn about local eating opportunities. 

Skill Level
No experience required.

Age Requirement
Students ages 18 and older are welcome to attend this class. 

Location Details
Marine Mills Folk School
550 Pine St.
Marine on St. Croix, MN 55047

Cost Details
Tuition: $80
Materials: $120
Total Cost: $200

NOTE: Be aware we may cancel class if a minimum number of registrations is not reached. We work to balance teachers’ need to plan for a class with students’ busy schedules — not an easy task. Please register as early as possible! If interested, you can find our cancellation policy here.