Thursday (half day, afternoon), Room 6

Class Description:

So, you’re eyeing those exotic leathers—python, alligator, ostrich—but let’s be real: they’re a little intimidating. No one wants to mess up a $500 hide. But Noa Greenspan? She’s been at this for years, and she’s here to show you how to work with exotics like you’ve been doing it forever.

In this hands-on beginner class, Noa’s not only going to teach you how to create a seamless one-piece wrap clutch; she’ll also teach you to master the quirks of exotic hides. You’ll learn to skip the rookie mistakes that even pros make and walk away with a complete pattern pack and the know-how to use exotic leathers without hesitation.

When you’re done, you won’t just have a new clutch pattern—you’ll have the skills to take on the projects most people avoid. Welcome to the small club of leathercrafters who own exotic leathers. Ready to make your mark? Noa’s got your back.

Materials to Bring: Paper awl, knife (blade) for paper, 24"+ ruler, cutting mat, pen, pencil, and notebook or paper for notes.