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Class: Measure and Pattern Cowboy Boots
CourseReady to offer custom boots to your clients? Learn what measurements to take and how to use those measurements to create a boot top pattern. Join Angie Shaw in this step-by-step class.
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Tool Storage and Maintenance
CourseFrom sharpening to storing, learn how to care for common leathercraft tools. A well-cared-for tool will last longer, saving you money and creating better products.
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Leather Painting Essentials: Color Theory, Mixing, and Application
CourseHighlight your beautiful tooling with color! We'll cover color theory, perfect paint mixing, and how to create vibrant designs on leather tooling. From basic colors to stunning finishes, you'll master the techniques and complete a hands-on project.
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Creating Bag Prototypes
Course5.0 average rating (1 review)Ready to dive into the world of bag design? Join our hands-on course and learn how to create unique sketches and turn them into perfect prototypes. We'll guide you step-by-step in creating stunning, functional bags that your clients will love!
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Fundamentals of Quality Tooling
Course5.0 average rating (2 reviews)Learn about the lost art of casing and how prepping your leather to have the proper moisture content and temper before tooling will improve the depth and detail in your tooling.
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Head Knife and Skiving Mastery
Course5.0 average rating (1 review)Discover how to use the head knife to its fullest! In this course, you'll learn precision cutting and essential skiving techniques. Perfect for all skill levels.
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Class: Beading Pattern Design
CourseMaster the art of beading patterns! Learn to design intricate, eye-catching patterns without making them. Discover color selection, symmetry, and layout techniques, empowering you to craft stunning beading designs confidently.
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Taco-Style Holster Design
CourseLearn how to pattern avenger-style holsters. Along the way, you'll also learn tips and techniques for general holster patterning, so you can develop a solid foundation to grow your own style.
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Three Piece Holster Design
CourseUnlock the art of holster design! Learn the essentials of human anatomy and cant for optimal comfort and accessibility. Unleash your creativity in crafting the perfect holster in our three-piece holster design class.
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Intro to Exotics
Course5.0 average rating (1 review)Dive into exotics and discover the luxury and allure of python, alligator, stingray, crocodile, and more. Elevate your style and craftsmanship today!
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Intro to Leather Selection
Course5.0 average rating (1 review)Overwhelmed by all the available leather choices? Confused about how grading leather works? In this foundational course, the experts at Hermann Oak break down everything you need to know about selecting the right leather for your project!
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Hermann Oak Tannery Tour
Course5.0 average rating (1 review)You may recognize quality leather when you see it, but do you know the process that goes into creating that quality leather? Learn about the tannage process from one of the greatest leather producers in the industry, Hermann Oak Leather.
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Class: Billfold Design
CourseLearn how to design your own unique billfold! In this course, Aaron Heizer will take you through the process of crafting your own pattern for a wallet as he designs one from scratch. Even beginners can start creating their own billfold designs!
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Class: Sew Like a Pro
Course5.0 average rating (8 reviews)A well-sewn project elevates your work from amateur to professional. Learn the best tips and troubleshooting techniques in this Sew Like a Pro Class. You will also get an overview of the Cobra Class 18 and guidance on how to set it up properly.
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Airbrush Sunburst Technique
CourseGive your projects a beautiful, unique look with the sunburst airbrush technique. Once you get the hang of this simple technique, you'll be able to apply it to wallets, bags, boots, and more, so that your projects can stand apart from the rest.
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Class: Holster Fitment
CourseTake your services to the next level by offering custom holster fitments for your clients. In this class, expert holster maker, George Canfield, will walk you through the process of finding the perfect holster, placement, and cant for your client.
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Leather 101
CourseTo become an industry-leading artisan, you must have a deep understanding of the materials you use. This series will explore various properties of different types of leather and leather finishes, so you can choose the best material for any project.
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Class: Floral Design and Layout
Course5.0 average rating (1 review)Creating a tooling design is an excellent way to express your creativity. In this class, Matt Wanner will guide you through his process for creating a floral design for a fender. Take the concepts and apply them to all your tooling projects!
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Product Photography for Beginners
CourseIf a picture is worth a thousand words, then a good product photo is worth a thousand words of sales copy! Learn about the equipment you need, basic dos and don'ts, how to make your pictures go further, and more in this beginner-friendly class.
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Principles of Floral Design and Tooling
Course5.0 average rating (1 review)Learn how to create your very own tooling patterns from scratch using the principles taught in this class by expert leather crafter, Gordon Andrus.
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Class: Learn How to Box Stitch
CourseOne of the most useful stitching techniques in leatherwork is the box stitch. Instructor, Gordon Andrus, will help you prepare your project for the stitch, show you how to do it, and show you best practices along the way.
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Class: Setting up your Tooling Bench
CourseReady to jump into leatherworking but not sure where to start? Paul Zalesak beautifully lays out his recommendations for getting started with tools and a work area. Get organized and motivated to start creating!
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Keeping Sharp with Paul Zalesak
Course5.0 average rating (8 reviews)Keep your knives performing their best by learning how to properly sharpen them. In this course, you'll learn about sharpening a point knife and a head knife. You'll also learn how to make your own custom strop.
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Create a Custom Holster Pattern for a Glock 17 and a Glock 43
Course5.0 average rating (1 review)Learn how to create a holster pattern for a Glock 43 and a Glock 17. Expert holster designer, George Canfield, will guide you through his process of designing a pancake holster.