Rocky Mountain Folk School

Create a stylish leather messenger bag featuring a distinctive foldover design and wrap-style closure. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the fundamentals of leather bag construction while creating a durable, functional bag designed for everyday use. Students will learn leather cutting, fold construction, hardware installation, strap attachment, edge finishing, and final assembly. No previous leatherworking […]

Create a timeless full-grain leather tote designed for everyday use. In this beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll learn the fundamentals of leatherworking while crafting a spacious, durable tote that’s perfect for work, shopping, travel, or everyday adventures. Students will be guided through the process from start to finish, learning essential skills including leather layout and cutting, assembly, […]

Create a one-of-a-kind pair of leather earrings in this fun, beginner-friendly workshop! You’ll learn the basics of working with leather while designing, cutting, assembling, and painting your own wearable creation. Choose from a variety of leather shapes and colors, then personalize your earrings with your own painted designs. Whether you prefer bold colors, simple patterns, […]

Spend two full days learning the traditional leatherworking skills used to create your own custom pair of chinks or zip-up chaps. This hands-on workshop is designed for students who want to take a deeper dive into leatherworking while creating a functional, personalized piece they can wear and use for years to come. The workshop begins […]

In this beginner-friendly papermaking class, students will learn foundational techniques for creating handmade paper. Participants will be guided step-by-step through the process, from preparing pulp to forming sheets. A variety of fibers will be available for students to experiment with. Optional inclusions like dried flowers, fabric, pulp dye, and various materials will be available to […]

Create a one-of-a-kind wearable keepsake inspired by the Colorado mountains. In this beginner-friendly workshop, you'll choose from a collection of beautiful Colorado-sourced stones and learn the art of wire wrapping to transform your selected stone into a handcrafted pendant. Guided step-by-step by your instructor, you'll learn foundational jewelry-making techniques while creating a meaningful piece to […]

Spend two full days learning the traditional leatherworking skills used to create your own custom pair of chinks or zip-up chaps. This hands-on workshop is designed for students who want to take a deeper dive into leatherworking while creating a functional, personalized piece they can wear and use for years to come. The workshop begins […]

Create a one-of-a-kind leather dog collar for your favorite four-legged friend while learning the fundamentals of leatherworking! This beginner-friendly, hands-on workshop will guide you through the process of creating a leather dog collar from start to finish. You'll learn basic leather tooling and stamping techniques, personalize your collar with your own design, and assemble the […]