Workshop | Leather Bag Making with Friends!
Workshop | Leather Bag Making with Friends!
Are you interested in making your own leather bag together with friends or family? Join us for a private workshops during which we will introduce you to the Nitmoi bag. You will understand more about vegetable-tanned leather, our design approach and the leather techniques needed to create the bag. After an inspiring and fun workshop, you can proudly call yourself the owner of a self-made sustainable leather bag.
You can already book a private workshop with 2 persons!
Looking for a specific date? Contact us at support@nitmoi.nl
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What do I make?
What do I make?
You will be making;
an Ava - cross body bag
(size: 25x16x5 cm (bxhxd); 2 compartments)
or
a Tate - sling bag;
(size: 25x13x4 cm (bxhxd); 2 compartments)
In cognac, brown, dark green or black.
A sustainable leather bag made from premium Italian vegetable-tanned leather that comes with a nylon strap made from ECONYL® regenerated nylon.
What to expect?
What to expect?
In this introductory workshop, cutting and stitching won't be covered, as you'll be creating the bag using the Nitmoi folding technique!
Johannes will introduce you to vegetable-tanned leather, which forms the foundation of the bags. He'll explain how the leather is cut and what the Nitmoi folding technique looks like. Next, you'll select your preferred leather color and learn how to treat it. Additionally, you'll address leather edge finishing, folding, and attaching your chosen hardware. Then, you'll complete the bag with the strap of your choice.
After an inspiring workshop, you can proudly call yourself the owner of a self-made sustainable leather bag.
Practical Information
Practical Information
Duration: +/- 4 hours
Group Size: 2-4 participants
Language: Dutch and English
Level: no prior experience needed
Includes: all materials, tools and coffee/tea and snacks.
Location: Nitmoi Studio, Nijverheidsweg 6-4b, 3534AM Utrecht. View Google Maps.
Booking Information
After finalising your booking you will receive a confirmation email. Plus you will get another email prior to the workshop with some additional information.
Cancellation
- Within 3 days of registration: free of charge
- Up to 14 days prior to the workshop: 25% of the price
- Within 14 days until the workshop: 50% of the price
Cancellation can only be done by e-mail via support support@nitmoi.nl. Replacing a participant is possible and free of charge.
20% Discount on Nitmoi products!
All workshop attendees receive a 20% discount code, to use on Nitmoi product online or in the studio.
Contact
For questions and/or your requests, you can contact us at support@nitmoi.nl.
Come and Create the bag of your dreams
make it yourself
During the Nitmoi workshops you will make the bag yourself!
Select your favorite colour leather and hardware, and with the Nitmoi's signature folding technique, you will make an unique bag in your own style.
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1. Style
It's up to you! Choose your favorite colour leather, nylon strap and metal parts, to ensure your bag becomes uniquely yours.
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2. Prepare
Step-by-step you prepare the different parts of the bag. Like punching holes, edge finishing, sizing the strap and nurturing the leather.
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3. Make
This is where it all comes together. The bag is folded and put together using rivets, finished by adding the strap. Walk out with your own Nitmoi bag!
ABOUT THE BAG
Ava
The Ava is crafted from a single-piece high quality vegetable tanned leather, using a distinct folding technique to deliver a stunning design with smooth rounded edges. Medium in size yet capable of holding all your essential items. It has an adjustable strap for comfortable carrying as a shoulder bag or cross body.
ABOUT THE BAG
Tate - Sling Bag
Handcrafted from premium vegetable-tanned leather, the compact and stylish Tate Sling Bag is a crossbody bag made for wherever life takes you. Carry it crossbody in the front or back, or sling it around your waist with the easy safety buckle. Designed with a folding technique for strength and durability.
CONTACT US ABOUT a private WORKSHOP
Let us know your whishes!
Would like to book a private workshops with a small group? Perhaps for a special occasion. Do you have any special wishes?
Let us know and we will get back to you!
Requests or questions? Contact us
Experience leatherwork
In this workshop you will;
- learn the techniques to create a beautiful Nitmoi handbag out of one piece of eco-friendly leather.
- get the guidance to be able to make the bag yourself, yes even without any experience!
- work in small groups, max 3-4 persons.
- have a great time with coffee, tea and snacks, in the Nitmoi workshop studio in Utrecht.
By the end of the workshop, you will have a stylish and unique bag to take home!
A bag to enjoy for a long time
The Nitmoi bags have been designed to last a long time. Due to its unique folding technique and its construction from a single-piece high quality vegetable-tanned leather.Vegetable-tanned leather has been treated and coloured only with natural tannins, creating a eco-friendly leather without any chemicals. It absorbs traces of life, maturing beautifully over time, showing a characteristic and unique patina.
The guidance you need
Whether your are new or more experienced when it comes to making a leather bag, you can do it. Johannes is the owner and creator of Nitmoi, and he will guide your through the entire process. Depending on your experience, he will provide you with the right amount of information to keep things interesting and fun!
FREquently Asked questions
I don't have any experience in making a leather bag, can I book a private workshop?
Yes, you can certainly book a workshop. You don't need any leather working experience, to be able to leave the workshop with a beautiful bag!
What's included in a private workshops?
The workshop includes all the materials and tools to be able to make a Nitmoi bag. Plus the workshop also includes coffee, tea, drinks and some snacks!
I would like to book a workshop for a special occasion, is this possible?
Yes, of course! Are you looking for a nice evening with a couple of friends, maybe a bachelorette or other nice occasion? We can facilitate most request, and make it a nice experience. Questions or requests? Contact us at support@nitmoi.nl.
Is it possible to make something else, besides a Nitmoi bag?
Let us know what other Nitmoi product you would like to make, we will get back to you with the options.
About Nitmoi bags
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The design is unique and the quality is excellent!
MelanieI saw the amazing bag at a magical market in Amsterdam and immediately fell in love. The design is unique and the quality is excellent! I am so happy and know that this bag will accompany me for many, many years. Thank you Johannes for the nice conversation and your patience in making my decision. ;)
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Stylish yet practical bag
WilmaI am the proud owner of a beautiful NITMOI ladies handbag! NITMOI products are stylish yet practical. Well-thought-out design and implementation, but also the origin of the materials and sustainability have been carefully considered.
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A huge fan of Nitmoi
CarolienI recently bought the Crossbody bag to carry a few essentials and am very happy with it! It is just the right size and it looks very elegant and knowing that the leather is made in a natural way makes me feel that I have purchased a good product that harms the world as little as possible.
Nitmoi Studio
Nijverheidsweg 6, Utrecht
The workshops take place in the Nitmoi Studio in Utrecht. Located in a creative area next to the Havenloods, and close to NAR and de Nijverheid.
The Nitmoi studio has been circulair build out of shipping containers and provides an inspirational setting for the workshops.
Easy to reach, free parking and close to Utrecht Central Station & Utrecht Zijlen Station.