Etruscan workshop in The New Craftsmen

In my last post 'Something to write about...' I wrote about The New Craftsmen space where, on top of everything else, various workshops are taking place. Few weeks later I actually returned back and visited 'Etruscan Leather Jewellery' workshop run by Katherine Pogson. Katherine focuses on leather accessories ranging from jewellery to stylish bags, all being hand-made. Above is a display of her delicate and light-weight jewellery we all admired.

Whether looking at necklaces or bracelets, the two-coloured design is both eye-catching and striking.

I could not resist and tried one necklace on. Ever so light, its twisted appeal gives it life on its own. Such an organic form is taken from floral designs found in plants as well as floral architecture of the past.

Katherine was kind enough to let us into her creative secrets...

Showing us how to apply golden leaf to a sheet of leather, revealing how much time this process takes, letting us touch and hold her tools and describing her hand-made process that creates this organic beauty is so inspiring. The dedication, the belief.

Even though it might be time consuming, the idea behind is so simple making it another example of something simple being so effective.

To some these two pictures might look rather messy whereas others might find it heaven for opportunity.

Either way, the warmth and injection of energy that spread through my body is something I will want to remember for a long time.

What is worth mentioning is the workshops Katherine runs throughout the year. Please, check her website for further details. I am sure these courses will feel more than rewarding upon their completion. K-)