Carnegie Hall’s Appalachian Heritage classes and workshop series is designed to introduce new students to old traditions by experiencing a hands-on opportunity to learn about Appalachian arts and crafts. Students learn to keep Appalachian roots alive by learning through the arts with Carnegie Hall. The spring semester offers several opportunities to learn how to work with leather-crafter Luke Davis.
Davis teaches an Introduction to Leather Craft this Saturday, March 12, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Students learn the basics of leather working as they design, shape, and decorate their choice of three items: hair cuff with natural twig pin mystery bracelet, French wired earrings, or keychain. Students are encouraged to customize every project to fit their style. No prior experience necessary for this creative and functional class and all materials provided. Registration is $65 ($55 for members) and automatic $25 scholarships are available for students over 50 years old. Students must be 14 years old and class size is limited.
On Saturday, April 2, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Davis shows students how to Make a Leather Belt. Students learn the basics of leather working or expand on their technique by stamping or embossing their
design into a beautiful hand cut leather belt. Students choose a buckle and rivet style. This
project makes an amazing gift or functional addition to any wardrobe. No prior experience necessary. All materials provided. Registration is $65 ($55 for members) and automatic $25 scholarships are available for students over 50 years old. Students must be 14 years old and class size is limited.
Davis’ final workshop is Create a Leather Box on Saturday, April 23, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. In this class, participants will learn to cut, stamp, punch and sew leather to create a lidded keepsake box. Students choose from three different shapes and customize the design to create a gorgeous one of a
kind leather box. This project makes an amazing gift or special conversation piece. No experience necessary, all materials provided. Registration is $75 ($65 for members) and automatic $25 scholarships are available for students over 50 years old. Students must be 14 years old and class size is limited.
Luke Davis lives in Clintonville, West Virginia. He has decades of experience; having worked with leather since the early 1970’s.
For a complete list of classes and workshops and to enroll visit carnegiehallwv.org/classes-and-workshops or pick up a Classes & Workshops brochure at 611 Church Street, Lewisburg, West Virginia.
Carnegie Hall is a nonprofit organization supported by individual contributions, grants, and fundraising efforts such as TOOT and The Carnegie Hall Gala. The Hall is located at 611 Church Street, Lewisburg, WV. For more information, please call 304.645.7917 or visit www.carnegiehallwv.org.
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