PRIMITIVE SKILLS · WORLDWIDE
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Keep an eye on this page as I add new traditional crafts courses throughout the year. Book your spot directly here, and feel free to use gift cards toward any course or consultation booked on this site.
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United Kingdom
UK courses combining traditional techniques together with research‑based approaches.

LEATHER PATTERNING & SEWING10 Tickets Left28 Jan 2027, 10:00 – 31 Jan 2027, 17:00South London, 35 Chipstead Valley Rd, Coulsdon CR5 2RB, UK
DEER SKIN TANNING12 Tickets Left30 Jul 2027, 10:00 – 01 Aug 2027, 17:00South London, UK, South London, UK
Scotland
Workshops in Scotland focusing on traditional skills, practical hide work, and hands‑on learning.

7- DAY ANIMAL USE INTENSIVE SCOTLAND14 Tickets Left06 Aug 2027, 10:00 – 12 Aug 2027, 17:00SCOTLAND, East Lothian, UK
FUR TANNING SCOTLAND12 Tickets Left14 Aug 2027, 09:00 – 15 Aug 2027, 17:00SCOTLAND, East Lothian, UK
United States
A broad range of US primitive skills courses across several states, from beginner to advanced.

ANCESTRAL HIDE (COYOTE) TANNING WORKSHOP3 Tickets Left02 Oct 2026, 09:00 – 04 Oct 2026, 17:00USA, Livermore, CA, USA
Germany
Germany features structured, technique‑heavy courses for all experience levels.

DEER SKIN TANNING12 Tickets Left30 Oct 2026, 09:00 – 01 Nov 2026, 16:00GERMANY, 66352 Großrosseln, Germany
Spain
Courses in Spanish offering hands‑on hide work and focused, practical tanning instruction.

FISH SKIN TANNING, DYEING & SEWING10 tickets left22 Oct 2026, 09:00 – 25 Oct 2026, 16:00SPAIN, 30400 Caravaca de la Cruz, Murcia, Spain
Australia
A curated selection of Australian courses offering practical tanning techniques and fieldcraft skills.
New courses for this country will be added soon.
N. Ireland
Ireland offers a few immersive workshops in natural tanning and fieldcraft.
New courses for this country will be added soon.
France
French courses offer leatherwork and clothing techniques in a focused learning setting.
New courses for this country will be added soon.
Sweden
Courses in Sweden featuring practical hide work and approachable bushcraft skills.
New courses for this country will be added soon.
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REVIEWS
What students say about my courses
Nothing means more to me than hearing what someone actually took away from a course — here are a few of those stories, in their own words.
DEER SKIN TANNING COURSE
"A week I'll never forget and skills I'll be attempting to put into practice in the future, learnt from a brilliant and seriously energetic teacher who shows true passion for her craft. I've never laughed so much whilst learning. Hopefully, one day I'll be lucky enough to join you on another course."
Kieran Worland - 2025
COYOTE FUR TANNING COURSE
"Theresa’s course is not only a hands on step by step “how to” she brings her vast knowledge of the subject and explains not only scientifically as to why steps are done at certain times, but breaks it down so that even the novice can grasp the concepts. It is always a great learning experience taking her courses, plus it brings together varied individuals who share common interests."
Oxyatl - 2025
USING THE WHOLE ANIMAL COURSE
"Not only was the Doctor incredibly intelligent, but also entertaining, mixing her knowledge of science and humor to create an epic weekend. Just incredible. Highly recommend a course with this legend!"
Misty Dullahide - 2025
Completed PhD
University of Exeter, prehistoric tanning technologies
Published Researcher
Peer-reviewed book, Sidestone Press
National TV Credits
Alone Season 8, Surviving the Stone Age
30+ Years Practicing
Hands-on practitioner since childhood in Wyoming




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