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Leatherplaiting
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From: | Saturday 03 May 2025 |
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To: | Monday 05 May 2025 |
Time: | 8:00am - 05:00pm Saturday 03 May 2025 |
Location: | Queensland Museum Cobb+Co, 27 Lindsay St, Toowoomba, Queensland 4350 Australia |
Learn the basics of the intricate trade of leatherplaiting. Using Kangaroo leather, you will make your choice of an 8-strand whip or a 13-strand belt.
Kangaroo leather is often used by Australian leatherplaiters as it is one of the strongest leathers available. Its unique structure allows it to be cut very thin and still retain its strength.
Meet your tutor
Bill Webb has been leatherplaiting for over 40 years. He started when he was just five years old and perfected his skill under the guidance of the late RM Williams. Bill is a four-time Dame Mary Durack Award Winner and took first and second places in the 2015 Australian Plaiting Championships.
All our Hands-on Workshops have a limited number of participants to ensure you receive all the assistance and direction you require.
Spectators are welcome at all workshops.
27 Lindsay St
Toowoomba
Queensland
4350
Australia
Entry charges - Adult | Belt $620 Whip $730 Includes tuition, materials, and lunch. |
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Contact phone | 07 4659 4900 |
Booking information | Bookings required, book online: https://www.museum.qld.gov.au/cobb-and-co/whats-on/leatherplaiting-3-day-project |
Event website | https://www.museum.qld.gov.au/cobb-and-co/whats-on/leatherplaiting-3-day-project |
Is food and drink available? | Yes |
Are toilets available? | Yes |
Is there disabled access? | Not applicable |