OPEN STUDIO WORKSHOP HOURS w/ Nina
Open Studio
Studio Hours with Nina
The Open Studio is a supervised studio access program for makers who want time and space to work on their own projects. It provides access to the Lonsdale Leather studio, tools, and machines in a shared working environment.
*This is not a class or workshop*. No formal instruction is provided. Staff are available to answer questions and offer guidance when needed, but skills and fundamentals are not taught during Open Studio hours.
How the Open Studio Works
Participants book a three hour studio session and work independently on their own projects. Sessions are available in the morning or evening.
Participants may stay for the full session or attend for part of the time. The session fee remains the same.
Studio Access
Participants have access to shared studio equipment, including industrial sewing machines, skivers, sanders, and other shop tools. Materials are not included.
Participants are expected to bring their own materials, glue, thread, and project plans. Some materials are available for purchase during store hours.
Support in the Studio
Nina will be present during Open Studio hours to answer questions and offer general guidance. This is not private instruction or tutoring.
Experience and Orientation
Open Studio access is intended for participants with prior experience working with industrial sewing machines and shoemaking tools.
First-time Open Studio participants may request an orientation during their session. This orientation covers safe and proper use of the studio machines and equipment. It is a practical demonstration, not a sewing class or skills lesson.
Fees
Single session $75
5 session pack $300
10 session pack $500
All sessions are three hours.
Location and Scheduling
Location:
Lonsdale Leather
76 West 6th Street
Vancouver
The current Open Studio schedule is posted below.
How to Participate
Purchase a session or session pack online.
Review the posted Open Studio dates.
Email nina@lonsdaleleather.com to book your session in advance and secure your spot.
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Available Tools:
Sewing Machines
Dremels
Sanders
Rotary Punches
End Punches
Diamond Chisels
Hole Punches
Strap Cutters
Beveler's
Awls
Hammers and Mallets
Knives
Lighters
Burnishers
Skivers
Snap Setters
Alphabet Sets
Items not available:
Hot Stamp Machines
Clicker Presses
Western-Style Stamps (Beveler's, Seeders, Shaders, etc)
Thread, glue, tape, and other construction materials.
Leather
All leathers, materials, hardware, thread, etc, must be supplied and brought by the individual who is renting space. We will not have any thread, rivets, glue, tape, leather, hardware, or other items available to use.
You are welcome to bring your own hand tools to use at our studio but please make sure you are comfortable using them.
- With the exception of electric tools, such as dremels. We want to keep a clean space, and do not want excess dust in the studio.
- You may bring sand paper or sanding blocks.
All attendees must be 16 years or older to access the Open Studio.
Studio Etiquette
- Please respect our space by being mindful and careful when using tools, these are meant to be shared, and are used by other students in our classes. Willful or negligent destruction of Lonsdale Leather tools may result in attendees being asked to purchase or replace the tool(s) or equipment.
- Please respect the space of the other attendees at Open Studio. Our studio is small, so keeping a tidy station and not encroaching on others space is appreciated.
- We encourage collaboration and conversation amongst attendees, however please keep all conversations appropriate. We value the safety and comfort of all staff, attendees, and visitors to the space. We are a zero tolerance space, and those using harmful or disrespectful language may be asked to leave.
- We ask all attendees to clean up their space, and any messes they've accumulated, before leaving the studio.
POLICIES
Waiver
All attendees will be required to sign a waiver prior to taking part in their Open Studio Hours time-slot.
Cancellation Policy:
- Cancellations or rescheduling must be made at least 7 days in advance. Refunds will not be given if cancellation or rescheduling happens within that window.
Sick Policy:
- We can appreciate and respect that sickness/illness happens unexpectedly, in the case of becoming ill within 7 days of your open studio hour time-slot attendees will be refunded half of the cost of their time slot.
Admin Fee:
There is a non-refundable $10 admin fee for Open Studio Hour time slots. This helps us cover the cost of charges accrued from cancellations.
Rescheduling Policy:
Rescheduling is allowed, if done at least 7 days prior to the start of the scheduled workshop. If rescheduling occurs more than 3 times you will be automatically refunded less the cost of the admin fee and you will have to get in touch with us to book any future time slots.
