ILLUME IN-PERSON CLASSES

Master a New Project

Aaron alongside other master craftsmen featured on Illume are teaching in-person classes this season! Learn to build something new and get some master level tips to elevate all of your future projects

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What is Illume?

Illume Connect is an online learning platform with structured courses to help you create projects your proud of. With all types of events, online courses, magazines and in person classes, Illume's community is centered around learning and helping others improve.

  • Illume Connect

    Access structured video courses, downloadable patterns, live events and expert Q&A's.

  • Illume Events

    Events, trade shows, classes and competitions in multiple states throughout the year such as The Pendleton Leather Show and Las Vegas Leather Show

  • Illume Magazine

    Monthly issues including helpful tips, techniques and information to save you time, and improve your final projects.

Grab Your Seat Today!

Each class has a limited number of seats to ensure you're able to ask questions and receive 1-on-1 guidance. Sign up to learn useful skills & tips you'll use in all future builds while also leaving with a finished project you're proud of.

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Matt Wanner on Tour: Belt Workshop - (Salina, UT)

Learn to hand-stitch and tool a leather belt from start to finish with master craftsman Matt Wanner. You'll cover layout, tooling technique, and edge finishing. Perfect for beginners and anyone looking to sharpen the fundamentals.

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Matt Wanner on Tour: Belt Course - (Pendleton, OR)

Same great workshop, new city. Matt walks you through building a hand-stitched, tooled leather belt from scratch. Limited seats, hands-on instruction, and a finished belt to take home.

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Bianca Modeling Spoon Magic - (Waco, TX)

Join Bianca for a hands-on class covering leather modeling and spoon carving techniques. You'll develop a feel for the leather and come away with both a finished piece and a new skill set.

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Aaron Heizer: Wallet Mastery - (Old Hickory, TN)

Aaron's been building wallets long enough to have strong opinions about what works and what doesn't. Come learn his method for clean, tight, functional wallets, and leave with one you actually want to carry.

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Leandra Martin: Backpack Class - (Waco, TX)

Leandra breaks down the backpack build into manageable pieces so you can follow along even if you've never tackled a project this size. You'll leave with a finished bag and a solid grasp of how to approach larger builds.

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