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Spend two hours at Craftsman Ave Workshop in Brooklyn learning to make a durable, vegetable-tanned leather collar. Materials and tools are provided; beginners welcome.
Spend two hours at Craftsman Ave Workshop in Brooklyn learning to make a durable, vegetable-tanned leather collar. Materials and tools are provided; beginners welcome.
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Craft a Custom Leather Dog Collar at Craftsman Ave Workshop in Brooklyn, New York, offers a compact, hands-on maker class at 68 34th St. that turns raw materials into a durable, personalized collar. Over two hours, a small group of up to 14 guests learns vegetable-tanned leather selection, cutting, beveling, edge burnishing, and hand-setting solid hardware—D-ring, buckle and rivets—guided by a master artisan. The room itself is a deliberate mix of workbench, vintage tools, and the scent of beeswax and leather that anchors the experience in a practical craft tradition. What makes this workshop special is its focus on longevity and technique. Rather than decorative shortcuts, instructors teach old-school approaches—measuring for fit, skiving to reduce bulk, and using heavy-duty brass fittings reminiscent of maritime hardware—to make a collar that performs through wet walks, rambunctious play, and years of wear. All materials and tools are included, and guests leave with a finished collar sized to their dog, plus the confidence to repair or make more. Located in Brooklyn, the workshop sits in an area shaped by industrial roots where small manufacturing and creative trades have persisted. That context gives the class a civic flavor: this is more than a craft night; it’s a way to connect with the city’s hands-on culture. The workshop is stroller and wheelchair accessible and designed for beginners—no prior leatherwork skills required—so it’s an approachable introduction to hand tools and durable design. Practical details: sessions last roughly two hours and start at $175 per person. Arrive a few minutes early to check in; classes are intentionally small to ensure individual attention. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Expect to work at a bench with cutting, punching, edge finishing, and mallet-setting hardware; the tactile rhythm and punctuated thud of rivets are part of the appeal. Sessions run weekdays and weekends, and booking ahead is recommended because classes cap at twelve to fifteen guests. The workshop address is Craftsman Ave Workshop at 68 34th St, Brooklyn, NY 11232, USA. It’s a perfect choice for makers wanting durable skills, couples seeking a practical date activity, or dog owners who prefer a handcrafted collar that grows more attractive with each walk over years of use.
easy.
2 hours.
Light — suitable for most people who can stand and work at a bench for short periods
No—this class is beginner-friendly and covers all necessary techniques and tools.
Yes — all leather, hardware, and tools are provided in the price.
The session runs approximately two hours.
Children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Classes are intentionally small, typically capped at around 12–15 guests to ensure personal attention.
You’ll choose from available vegetable-tanned leathers and heavy-duty brass hardware provided by the workshop; specific options depend on inventory that day.
Brooklyn’s industrial past made room for small-scale manufacturing and skilled trades; leatherworking has long been part of that hands-on urban economy.
The class uses vegetable-tanned leather and emphasizes durable construction; participants are encouraged to minimize waste and maintain tools to extend the life of finished goods.
Craftsman Ave is a hands-on maker workshop company that runs a wide range of craft and fabrication classes. The business offers workshops in metalworking, woodworking, stained glass, bladesmithing, leatherwork, electronics refurbishment, and cocktail barrel aging. Classes range from brief 3–4 hour beginner sessions to intensive full-day experiences and intermediate blacksmithing, giving students practical, project-based learning. Instructors at Craftsman Ave focus on safety and skill development, teaching soldering, welding, forging, knife heat-treating, CNC basics, and finishing techniques. Projects listed include stained glass nightlights and art pieces, copper lamp construction, steel planter fabrication, custom side tables and longboards, classic Game Boy refurbishment, and multiple knife-making formats from railroad spike blades to Damascus steel creations. Several offerings mention sessions held in Brooklyn. Craftsman Ave emphasizes hands-on instruction with small-group workshops that guide participants from tool introduction to finished, personalized projects. The curriculum covers practical techniques—measuring, cutting, soldering, hammer-forging, quenching, polishing, and handle fitting—so participants leave with tangible skills and a completed object. Bookings are typically organized per-session with explicit project outcomes, materials use, and instructor support. The business presents a diverse set of workshops that combine traditional craft methods and modern fabrication tools to help hobbyists, gift-givers, and aspiring makers create high-quality, customized goods. Safety protocols, instructor oversight, and supplied materials are standard for each session, and many workshops are suitable for group events, corporate team-building, birthday parties, and personalized gift-making. Participants receive step-by-step instruction and take home a finished, usable item that reflects individual design choices and learned techniques and continued support.
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