In this hands-on workshop, students will learn the foundational techniques of traditional leather tooling from start to finish. The class covers how to properly prep leather, transfer a design, carve clean lines, and use basic stamping tools to create texture and depth. Each student will complete and take home a tooled leather bookmark or coaster while gaining skills that can be applied to cosplay accessories, armor accents, belts, and props. No prior leatherworking experience is required.
Learning Outcomes:
- How to properly prep leather for tooling
- How to transfer a design onto leather accurately and cleanly
- Basic leather carving techniques
- How to use common stamping and tooling tools to add texture and depth
- Tips for achieving crisp lines and consistent impressions
- How to apply leather tooling techniques to cosplay accessories, props, and costume details
Class Length: 2 hours
Class Cost: $40 + Eventbrite fees
Skill Level: Beginner
This workshop is open to participants 16 years of age or older. Participants under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult or legal guardian. A liability waiver will also need to be signed.
Membership Badge Required
A current Naka-Kon convention membership badge that is valid on the day of the event is required to attend. Need a badge?
Expectations and Etiquette
Students who attend the workshop agree to listen and follow all instructions from the instructor and Naka-Kon staff. Students will also agree to follow health and safety guidelines provided by the instructor and Naka-Kon staff. If a student damages the equipment, instruction space or other items utilized by Naka-Kon and the workshop, they may be held financially liable. Students may be removed from the workshop at the discretion of the instructor and Naka-Kon, and will not be given a refund. Students should engage and have fun, but should not cause distractions for the instructor or the rest of the class or disrupt learning.
You can exit the Overland Park Convention Center (OPCC) by the double doors at the front, near registration. From there it is a 5-10 minute walk, with a sidewalk that goes along the building. It will be dark, please be careful crossing the street between the two buildings.
Refund Policy
All sales are final. We recommend that you wait to purchase until you are sure that your schedule and finances will work out for the event.
For questions regarding the event, please email cosplay@naka-kon.com.