Adult Community Education | Craft| 3-hour workshop
In this 3-hour workshop, learn the history of natural leather-making and make your own small rabbitskin leather.
Leather was historically made through the organic chemistry of combining plants with animal hide. Utilizing local, non-local, and invasive species, we can make leather naturally at home and in the kitchen.
You will first learn how to start the process of leather making on a fresh rabbit skin, then you will receive a nearly-finished product to add the finishing touches to in an afternoon. You'll leave with your own furry rabbitskin leather, to use as a centrepiece or add to leather crafts.
This workshop employs rabbit skins from local family-run Vancouver Island rabbit meat farms. The skins are otherwise discarded when animals are harvested for meat. All materials including waterproof aprons are provided. it is recommended to wear dark-coloured clothing, as plant tannins can dye clothing. This workshop will not involve any meat.
Date & Location
Friday, Mar 27, 2026, 1:30-4:30 pm
The Classroom at HCP, 505 Quayle Road, Victoria V9E 2J7
Registration & Fees
$130 Non-Members
$120 HCP Members
Register Online or call 250 479 6162
Cancelations
This class requires a minimum registration to run. If you need to cancel, please contact [email protected] regarding a refund. Refunds may not be available for cancellations less than 7 days prior to the class.
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