Crafting Durability and Style: Leather Products Training at Delight Technical College

In a market where quality and uniqueness define value, leather craftsmanship stands as one of the most admired and profitable artisanal skills. From bags and wallets to sandals, belts, and corporate gifts, leather products combine elegance, strength, and tradition.

At Delight Technical College, our NITA-accredited Leather Products program is designed to equip learners with the skills to produce high-quality leather items by hand or small machinery — from design and patterning to stitching and finishing. This is not just a course; it’s a gateway to entrepreneurship, self-reliance, and artisanal excellence.

What You Will Learn

Our leather training program is hands-on and practical, enabling students to turn raw material into beautiful, usable items. Key units include:

🧵 Design & Pattern Making

• Drawing, measuring, and cutting patterns for bags, sandals, wallets, belts, and accessories
• Leather types and selection for different products
• Branding and personalization design

🪡 Construction Techniques

• Stitching by hand and machine
• Riveting, punching, skiving, edge folding, and gluing
• Creating durable seams and finishes
• Lining, padding, and reinforcement for structure and comfort

🎨 Decoration & Finishing

• Dying, embossing, stamping, and engraving
• Applying zippers, buckles, snaps, and buttons
• Leather polishing and sealing for longevity

💼 Entrepreneurship & Marketing

• Costing, pricing, and product presentation
• Branding, packaging, and selling leather goods
• Understanding customer preferences and fashion trends
• Starting and running a small leather business

Course Structure

The course can be taken in modular or comprehensive form, and is ideal for:

• Short-term skill acquisition
• Formal certification for practicing artisans
• Youth or community groups interested in craft-based income

NITA certification ensures that learners graduate with recognized credentials, qualifying them for jobs or supporting business expansion.

Why Choose Delight?

• 🧰 Fully Equipped Leather Workshop with punching, cutting, skiving, and stitching tools
• 🎓 Experienced Trainers with backgrounds in leatherwork, footwear, and artisan production
• ✅ NITA Certification – Valid for employment, licensing, and tenders
• 🤝 Market Linkages – Exposure to exhibitions, craft fairs, and order-based production
• 💡 Creative Freedom – Learners create custom pieces as part of their assessment and final showcase

Career & Business Opportunities

Graduates can:

• Start leather goods businesses: bags, sandals, wallets, belts, key holders, and more
• Work in footwear or leather industries as artisans or machine operators
• Produce corporate gifts and branded items
• Supply local shops or participate in exhibitions and artisan markets
• Teach or train in youth empowerment programs and TVET settings

Who Should Enroll?

• Creative youth looking to build income-generating skills
• Informal artisans seeking formal training and certification
• Community groups or women’s collectives focused on handmade goods
• Anyone passionate about crafts, fashion accessories, or entrepreneurship

Turn Hide into Heritage

Leather is timeless — and with the right training, so is your career. At Delight Technical College, we guide you from concept to creation, from raw material to refined product. With NITA accreditation, expert mentorship, and access to practical tools, you’ll gain the ability to create, earn, and grow in Kenya’s booming craft and fashion markets.

Apply now and start creating leather goods that last a lifetime.