Up Your Leather Game: Master Braids & Knots That’ll Make Your Pieces Stand Out (and Sell Out)

Instructor: Sheryl Katzke
Course Length: 7 hours | Lessons: 48
Skill Level: Intermediate

Transform your leatherwork with braids and knots.
Braids and knots add the kind of detail that instantly elevates a project from simple to standout. In this course, award-winning instructor Sheryl Katzke teaches you a wide variety of techniques, from four-strand braids to advanced knots like the Turkshead and Spanish Ring. You’ll not only master the mechanics, but also apply them to practical projects that show off your new skills.

Whether you’re making bracelets, hatbands, keychains, or custom accessories, this course gives you the tools to add professional polish and high-end style to your work.

What You’ll Learn:

• Essentials of leather lace: cutting, sizing, and choosing materials
• Four-strand braids, including multi-color variations
• Step-by-step instruction for knots including Crown, Turkshead, and Spanish Ring
• Advanced interweaves like Herringbone and Gaucho
• Practical applications: zipper pulls, bracelets, keychains, hatbands, and more
• Pro tips for clean finishes and polished presentation

Inside the Course:

• Leather Lace Essentials & Setup
• Four-Strand Braids (single- and two-color variations)
• Decorative Knots: Crown, Turkshead, Spanish Ring
• Interweaves: Herringbone & Gaucho
• Project Applications: Bracelets, Keychains, Hatband & Tool Wrap

Included with Membership:
✅ 140+ professionally filmed courses
✅ Downloadable patterns & checklists
✅ Monthly live Q&As with expert instructors
✅ Supportive artisan community
✅ Ongoing new course drops

About the Instructor:
Sheryl Katzke discovered leathercraft in 1997 and soon became immersed in tooling and braiding under the guidance of respected masters. By 2001, she had specialized in kangaroo and rawhide braiding, mastering round braids, edge braiding, and intricate knots. Since 2005, she has taught at major events including the Rocky Mountain Leather Trade Show and Elktracks Studio Creations. Sheryl’s work has earned numerous top awards, from Best of Show at county fairs to international recognition at the World Leather Debut and the International Federation of Leather Guilds Convention. She is passionate about passing on the artistry of braiding and knotwork to the next generation of makers.