AMKE CLASS // Leather Tooling Basics

Location: Anime Milwaukee 2026 | South Hall Room 201C - Workshop Room Class Length: 2 hours ________________________________ In this hands-on workshop, students will learn the foundational techniques of traditional leather tooling from start to finish. The class covers how to properly prep leather, transfer a design, carve clean lines, and use basic stamping tools to create texture and depth. Each student will complete and take home a tooled leather bookmark or coaster while gaining skills that can be applied to cosplay accessories, armor accents, belts, and props. No prior leatherworking experience is required. ________________________________ In this workshop you'll learn: How to properly prep leather for tooling How to transfer a design onto leather accurately and cleanly Basic leather carving techniques How to use common stamping and tooling tools to add texture and depth Tips for achieving crisp lines and consistent impressions How to apply leather tooling techniques to cosplay a