• Handcrafted black vegetable-tanned leather key fob with custom "MR" hot-stamped monogram and solid brass split ring on dark oak workbench at Deco Leather Studio in Miami Beach.
  • Close-up held in hands displaying a handcrafted black vegetable-tanned leather key fob featuring custom "MR" hot-stamped monogram, brass split ring, and sunburst rivet hardware at Deco Leather Studio in Miami Beach.
  • Raw material preparation including a roll of 8oz black veg-tan leather strip, wooden plough gauge strap cutter, steel ruler, paper template, and strap cutter.
  • Precision leathercraft benchwork setup featuring green-handled head knife, edge bevelers, scratching awl, and drive punch around a cut 8oz leather key fob blank on a gridded cutting mat.
  • Component detail layout displaying 3D "MR" metal monogram stamp, edge slicker burnishing tool, solid brass Chicago screw, and leather keeper loop at Deco Leather Studio.
  • Silent 1080p hands-on video inspection highlighting the burnished edges, custom monogramming, and brass split ring of the handcrafted black leather key fob.
  • Handcrafted black vegetable-tanned leather key fob with custom "MR" stamped monogram, decorative edge grooving, and solid brass split ring with sunburst brass rivet resting on a dark stained oak surface at Deco Leather Studio in Miami Beach.
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1-on-1 Leathercraft Workshop: Leather Keychain

1-on-1 Leathercraft Workshop: Leather Keychain

$150.00 USD
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2.5 hours

Build a heavy-duty leather keychain from raw hide in this beginner-friendly 2.5-hour class in Miami Beach. Learn leather selection and cutting, edge beveling and burnishing by hand, setting solid hardware, and hand-stamping custom initials. All premium materials, professional tools, and refreshments are included, and no experience is needed — you'll take your finished piece home the same day. Classes are one-on-one and limited to participants 18 and over; government-issued photo ID is required on arrival.

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  • 2.5 hours

  • One student

  • All materials

  • 18+

Premium vegetable-tanned leather, solid hardware, full use of professional studio tools and safety equipment, and refreshments are all included. Nothing to bring but yourself.

Classes are limited to participants 18 and over due to the cutting tools, hot equipment, and chemical finishes used at the bench. Please bring government-issued photo ID.

  • Handcrafted black vegetable-tanned leather key fob with custom "MR" stamped monogram and solid brass split ring resting on a mini wooden display easel over a chevron oak desk at Deco Leather Studio in Miami Beach.

    What you'll make

    A solid leather keychain with a brass or nickel-plated ring - you pick at the bench, burnished edges, and your own initials stamped into the leather. Yours to take home the same day.

  • Craftsperson using a small flathead screwdriver to tighten a solid brass Chicago screw on a black vegetable-tanned leather key fob with a brass split ring over a gridded cutting mat at Deco Leather Studio in Miami Beach.

    What you'll learn

    • Cutting vegetable-tanned leather
    • Edge beveling and burnishing by hand
    • Setting solid hardware with traditional tools
    • Hand-stamping custom initials

What these skills unlock

The keychain is the shortest route to the four operations underneath nearly everything made from flat leather: selecting and cutting, working an edge to a finished burnish, setting solid hardware, and stamping. Those same steps produce bag charms, zipper pulls, luggage tags, bookmarks, and simple straps.

You'll leave with a finished keychain — and the fundamentals every other project is built on.

Artisan using a traditional wooden strap cutter to slice black vegetable-tanned leather hide over a grid cutting mat in the Deco Leather Studio workshop.

Who's teaching?

Classes are taught by Mikhail, who runs the studio. Every session is one-on-one with the same person who works the bench day to day — not a rotating roster of part-time instructors. You're learning the techniques used to make real goods, on real equipment.

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The Studio

  • Wide-angle perspective of the main leathercraft workbench with grid cutting mat, herringbone oak desk surface, and custom wall tool organization at Deco Leather Studio.

    A private studio, not a storefront

    Deco Leather Studio is a dedicated leatherworking workspace inside a private residence in South Beach. It's a working bench — heavy-duty worktable, wall-mounted tool racks, and professional equipment — set up for one student at a time. That's why sessions run private and unhurried, and why the studio takes no walk-ins.

  • Direct view of a clean cutting mat station backed by custom leathercraft tool racks and potted studio greenery in Miami Beach.

    What to expect when you arrive

    You'll receive the exact address and arrival instructions as soon as you book. You'll be met at the door and shown straight to the bench, where your waiver is confirmed and your photo ID checked. Before any cutting starts, you'll go through the tools and safety basics and talk through your design — water and refreshments are available throughout.

  • Close-up view of traditional leatherworking hand tools including French skivers, stitching chisels, edge bevelers, and brass stamps lined up along a wooden workbench shelf at Deco Leather Studio.

    Getting here

    The studio is in South Beach, close to Lincoln Road and Ocean Drive. One assigned parking space is available on site, and a temporary City of Miami Beach guest permit can be arranged if you need longer parking.

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Do I need any experience?

No. Every class at Deco Leather Studio is designed for complete beginners, and most people who book have never picked up a leather tool. Because sessions are private, instruction adjusts to your level — experienced makers are welcome too.

Are classes private or group sessions?

All classes at Deco Leather Studio are currently one-on-one — a single student per session. You get undivided instruction and the session moves entirely at your pace.

Do you teach in any language other than English?

Classes run in English or Russian, whichever you prefer. Tell me which when you book, or just mention it when you arrive — sessions are one student at a time, so it takes no arranging. The website, checkout, and participant waiver are in English only.

Индивидуальные занятия по работе с кожей в Майами-Бич проводятся на английском и русском языке. Сайт, оплата и документы — только на английском.

Is there an age requirement?

Yes. All classes at Deco Leather Studio are limited to participants 18 years and older. Sessions involve cutting tools, hot equipment, and chemical finishes, so for safety and insurance reasons we cannot accommodate minors — including when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Valid government-issued photo ID is required and checked on arrival.

Do I need to sign anything?

Yes. Every participant completes a short participant waiver before starting at the bench. The link is in your confirmation email and it takes about three minutes. It asks for your date of birth, an emergency contact, and any allergies or medical conditions we should know about.

What should I wear?

Wear something you don't mind marking — leather dyes and adhesives can permanently stain fabric. Fitted clothing works best at the bench, and closed-toe shoes are strongly recommended.

Can I reschedule?

Yes — up to 24 hours before your start time, using the self-service link in your confirmation email. Rescheduling is limited to one change per booking, and the new session must fall within 90 days of your original date.

What's your cancellation policy?

Cancel 48 hours or more before your start time for a full refund or studio credit. Within 48 hours, bookings are non-refundable — bench time is reserved exclusively for you and materials are cut and prepared in advance.

If you rescheduled, refund eligibility is calculated from your originally booked session time, not the new date.

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