Love the idea of a journal that feels a little weathered, a little adventurous, and completely your own? Join Violet of Mutual Misfits for a cozy evening of leathercraft and creative embellishment as you stitch and customize your own handmade leather travel journal cover.
In this beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll learn simple hand-stitching techniques while creating a leather journal case sized perfectly for a Field Notes-style notebook. Then comes the fun part: decorating your cover with charms and personal touches that make it uniquely yours.
✨ What You’ll Do
Learn beginner-friendly leather hand-stitching techniques
Assemble and stitch your own leather journal cover
Customize your case with charms and decorative details
Explore ways to personalize your journal for travel, sketching, notes, or daily reflections
Leave with a finished leather journal case and notebook ready to use
🎨 All Materials Provided
Pre-cut leather journal cover materials
Thread, needles, charms, and decorative supplies
A Field Notes-size journal insert
Step-by-step instruction and guidance throughout the workshop
👥 Who Can Join?
Adults ages 18+
Beginner-friendly: no leatherworking experience needed
Great for journal lovers, crafty folks, and anyone who enjoys hands-on creative projects
🧃 Additional Details
Friday evening workshop
Limited to 10 participants to ensure a relaxed, intimate experience with plenty of one-on-one guidance
BYOB: feel free to bring your favorite drinks and snacks
Hosted at Make at Rosie — air-conditioned with free parking
🌿 Why Join?
There’s something deeply satisfying about stitching something functional with your own two hands. Whether you use your journal for travel notes, creative ideas, sketches, or everyday lists, you’ll leave with a handmade piece that feels personal, practical, and built to last.
Reserve your spot and make something beautiful with us!
🌸 About Your Instructor
Violet of Mutual Misfits is a mixed-media artist and creative facilitator with a passion for helping people explore new hobbies in a relaxed, low-pressure environment. Her workshops blend playful experimentation with approachable instruction, making even unfamiliar tools and techniques feel accessible. From journaling and paper crafts to decoden and wearable art, Violet loves helping people discover creative confidence through hands-on making.
Testimonial from Previous Attendee
"I'm a big fan of the monthly journaling class with Violet (MutualMisfit) I've attended several classes and each one is filled with enthusiastic people ready share & create. Violet is what creativity is all about and she brings it all to share with everyone around her. Whether it's journaling, decoden, or painting...she is ready with a smile!"
— Autumn D