Suranat

hand created leather work artist

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  • I live in Chiang Mai
  • I speak English, ไทย
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  • Response time less than 6 hours

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Suranat

Clothing designer and skilled tailor, Suranat Buranapong, sought for a new medium when he grew tired of the competitive fashion industry. He especially relished creating evening dresses directly on a mannequin and was able to apply this skill to leatherwork when he excelled in a workshop. After making his second handbag he felt that he found his calling, and started to take orders from friends. Having developed his collection for less than a year, he already has a distinctive style that he's accented with a signature striped-pattern lining in all his bags, as well as his cloth label, typically reserved for garments. He finds working alone meditative and stitches every bag by hand. Sourcing the finest quality leathers, he appreciates the way the color and texture of leather evolves, especially with vegetable-tanned leather.

" Suranat Leather Studio " Hand Created Leather Work and Workshops

  • I live in Chiang Mai
  • I speak English, ไทย
  • Verified Local host
  • Response time less than 6 hours

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Dana
10 January 2025
We enjoyed the leathercraft workshop with Suranat, not only for learning a new skill but for hearing his story about how he got into his line of work. Suranat is patient and a charming storyteller, and he can easily tell what a student needs to help them do the project better. That is the sign of a true expert in his craft. We highly recommend this workshop. Thank you, Suranat!Unique experience with an artisan
Simon
10 November 2024
We had a lovely time at Suranat’s quiet, peaceful studio, learning about the basics of leatherwork as we made a simple wallet. He was a patient and encouraging teacher, giving the rationale behind the techniques he was teaching. We had a great time.Great introduction to leatherwork
Jean-Guy
4 February 2020
Nous avons passé un merveilleux moment a l atelier avec Suranat. La proposition de création était très intéressante et Suranat nous a guidé pour réaliser un bel objet en cuir. Très attentionné, précis et clair, cette leçon était très instructive et efficace. Sa gentillesse, son sourire, les partages nous avons eu resterons de très beaux souvenirs. Nous recommandons vivement cette activité !Magnifique atelier et tres belle rencontre avec Suranat
Sonja
24 January 2020
I had a wonderful and inspiring afternoon. Not only is Suranat very passionate about leather and about working and creating with it. He is also a patient teacher and explains everything step by step. He also comes with an interesting background. Thank you for sharing! I can totally recommend this experience for people who enjoy artisanal work and who would like a peaceful time in a quiet surrounding. (Don‘t muss visiting Wat Umong after the workshop which is close by.)An Inspiring Afternoon
Emilio
16 November 2019
Ha merecido la pena hacer el mini curso. Algo muy importante es que aprendido a valorar el trabajo de artesano. Totalmente recomendable. Es una experiencia diferente. Se me ha hecho corto.Acogedor, paciente y muy didactico
Christine
15 November 2019
Suranat was absolutely fantastic and we had so much fun during the workshop. He explained every step in detail and was always patient with us. We can totally recommend Suranat - it was awesome! Thank you!Fantastic workshop
Sophie
7 February 2019
My time with Suranat was wonderful. Everything was neatly prepared, each step of the process was explained in detail and you could always have a trial before going to your leather piece. After many years offering this workshop, Suranat is still very patient with newbies and so passionate about his work. It was wonderful learning this amazing trait from him. I hada splendid time and achieved a gorgeous little bag. The location of the studioos easy to find and located in a beatiful area with a stunning forest Wat / temple around the corner. Lovely craft time
Liz
5 February 2019
We arrived for the morning session given a very warm friendly welcome. We were told by the end of the session we’d have made a wallet everything you need is provided and the tools all explained in detail what they were for and how to use them if you like craft this will be ideal for you if craft isn’t quite you’re thing you’ll still have a great time and come away having made a wallet which you would never have thought possible a fantastic experience and would definitely recommend this trip something totally different to sightseeing Leather or not
Ioana
3 February 2019
Suranat was one of the coolest people I’ve met in Thailand (and the bar was set really high). The class was unique and super helpful for learning the basics of leather working- which I look forward to using in my craft at home. His studio was clean and well lit, he created an accepting environment and was amazingly easy to talk to. Highly recommend it!!! Unique and Awesome!
John
24 August 2018
Suranat is one of a kind. He truly has captured the spirit of handmade products with his sincerity and passion. His studio is as warm and inviting as is he is. The workshop will not only teach you about the art of leather making but it will allow you to stop being 'just a tourist' and connect with a local artist. We will visit again soon Suranat! best, JohnA Truly Memorable Experience

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