Three day glove making course 15th, 16th & 17th May 2026

Three day glove making course 15th, 16th & 17th May 2026

Venue: This three-day course is at Wooburn Craft School,  Town Lane, Wooburn Town, Buckinghamshire, HP10 0PJ. Their minimum class size is 4 students. If this number is not reached, then unfortunately, the course is cancelled. Students will be notified either way on Wednesday 13th May.

To book: You can book a place through my website here, or you can book via the Wooburn Craft School website: 

https://thewooburncraftschool.com/wc_class/leatherworking-glove-making-april/

Course information

Have you ever wanted a pair of soft leather gloves that fit your hands in your favourite colour? There is nothing quite like experiencing the feel of a pair of bespoke gloves on your hands, knowing that you made them? Do you want to learn the techniques to make them for someone else and see their reaction as they put the gloves on? Do you want to meet fellow enthusiasts?

This is a three-day course to show you the techniques of drafting a glove pattern to fit your hands and constructing an unlined pair of gloves. We will look at the following areas:

• Gloving leathers – types, styles, and suppliers.

• Glove anatomy and pattern pieces.

• Linings – will be discussed, though the gloves on this course are unlined.

• How to measure your hands.

• Drafting and adapting your pattern.

• Transferring the design to leather and cutting out your pattern pieces.

• Hand sewing techniques. The gloves will be hand-stitched and you will be able to sample the stitches beforehand to see which one you prefer.

• Construction techniques – how to put everything together without the fingers stretching or twisting.

• Adding points.

• Adding decoration –  how and when to add decoration (we won’t have time on the course).

• You will also receive a set of course notes.

We will cover all areas of construction so you know how to assemble and finish the gloves at home. Depending on your stitching speed, you may find you don’t complete everything in class.

The course is aimed at beginners, and those with more experience are welcome. We will be drafting a pattern to fit your hands. You will leave with the knowledge of how to sew and finish your gloves, equipped to make more in the future. Please note we may not have enough time to finish both gloves in the three days – you will have stitched nearly everything for one hand that you will repeat for the second hand.

Elizabeth will supply the leather and equipment for the day. These are all included in the price of the course. This includes the leather for a mock-up glove and the posh leather for your gloves, needles, and threads. We will be using lamb nappa for your gloves.

Do you need to bring anything? 

• Just bring yourself.

• Wear old clothes and proper shoes that cover your toes as we will be working with tools

• If you feel the cold, it may be worth bringing an extra layer or two. 

• Some students find having a thimble helpful.

We will make a mock-up glove where you will learn how to construct all elements of your glove, and you will leave with the knowledge of how to sew and finish your actual gloves, equipped to make your own in the future. You will also be able to use the method and techniques to make gloves for others, too.

Elizabeth will supply the leather and equipment for the day. These are all included in the price of the course. Elizabeth will contact you after your purchase to ensure she knows what you hope to gain from the day.

You will need to have a few breaks during the day and to stand up and move about. The timing and length of the breaks can be tweaked so we can carry on stitching.

Please ensure you have read the terms and conditions before booking your course.

Booking confirmation:

The course takes place in Wooburn Craft School, in Buckinghamshire, HP10 0PJ, UK. 

Once you have paid for and completed your purchase, you will see a link to download the item on the order ‘Thank You’ page. Click this to download the course confirmation. You will also receive a temporary link in the email confirming your purchase. 

If you have any questions about the course, please contact Elizabeth [email protected] or 07525 002701.