In this class, you will learn how to use leather lace to braid an 8 strand round braid of approximately 14 to 18 inches in length and turn that round braid into a keychain. You will learn how to do the 8 strand braid and how to backstitch the braid around the hardware for the keychain and finish the braid off.

About the Instructor: This class is taught by Matt Volpe, the manager of your local Tandy Leather store here in Birmingham, Alabama. Matt has been doing leathercraft in some sort for over 15 years now and has been working at the Tandy Birmingham location for almost 13 years. He has taught hundreds of classes on the art of leathercrafting at Tandy Leather and has always enjoyed working with leather and teaching about the craft. He really enjoys teaching students about leathercraft and spreading the knowledge of leatherworking to the next generation of crafters. 

What to wear:  At RMM, you must dress safely and appropriately. Arrive for class in long pants, and closed-toe, closed-heel shoes with socks that protect up to the ankle. Long hair must be tied back. Nylon, polyester, spandex, or other synthetics are not allowed around machines, equipment, or processes that can produce hot fragments, sparks, or flames. Additional protective gear will be provided as needed.

Age: there are no age restrictions to the class. Please read carefully the disclaimers and guidelines

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