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Creating Bag Prototypes
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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!
Saddle Latigos
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Learn how to create a saddle latigo - the long strip of leather that's used to tighten the cinch. This is a quick project you can do as you create your own saddle or repair a favorite saddle!
Design a Bouquet Wrap
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This fun and engaging course dives into the latest floral trends, key questions to ask clients, and step-by-step pattern creation. By the end of the course, you'll know how to create a wrap that is as unique as your individual clients!
Fundamentals of Quality Tooling
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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.
Head Knife and Skiving Mastery
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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.
Class: Beading Pattern Design
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Master 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.
Beading a Hatband
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Express your creativity in this beginner-friendly course on beading a hatband! Learn to graph patterns, set up a loom, and seamlessly attach your beautiful beadwork to a hat. Then, apply what you learn to a variety of leathercraft projects!
Three Piece Field Duty Holster
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Learn to select materials, cut, stitch, and assemble the holster body, belt loop, and retention strap. Creating the three-piece field duty holster is perfect for hobbyists and professionals seeking to enhance their skills.
Taco-Style Holster Design
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Learn 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.
Shoulder Holster
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Get ready to create a shoulder holster! Learn to build a durable harness, mold a holster, and create a mag pouch with expert instruction.
Three Piece Holster Design
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Unlock 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.
Custom Chaps
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Learn how to bring your client's vision to life by learning how to create custom chaps. From patterning to custom details, you'll discover how to create something one-of-a-kind.
Scrap Leather Project: Turtle Accessory
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Don't let any of your exotic leather scraps go to waste! Learn how to pattern and create animal accessories in this beginner-friendly course.
Intro to Exotics
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Dive into exotics and discover the luxury and allure of python, alligator, stingray, crocodile, and more. Elevate your style and craftsmanship today!
Python Handbag
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Create a beautiful Python handbag in this step-by-step course. Whether you're new to working with exotics or an exotic leather enthusiast, this course has something for everyone to learn!
How to Build a Saddle
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Welcome to our most advanced leather course yet! You will learn how to create an entire saddle, start to finish. From shaping the pattern pieces to your liking patterning to applying the finishing coat, this will be a cherished work of custom art.
Skull and Baseball Cap Leather Artwork
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Create a stunning piece of leather art with this skull and baseball cap project! In this course, you'll learn advanced techniques such as leather embossing, frame creation, colorwork, and more.
Wrist Cuff
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Create a beautiful leather wrist cuff in this quick and easy tutorial.
Leather Backpack
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Learn how to create a beautiful everyday leather backpack complete with an inside laptop pocket. Style meets function in this step-by-step course. Get started today!
Intro to Leather Selection
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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!
Inside the Waistband Holster
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Learn how to pattern and create a Pro Slim inside the waistband holster. Discover the small details that will take your holster from good to the best holster your client has ever had.
Hermann Oak Tannery Tour
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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.
Sporran
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Learn how to make a traditional Scottish sporran! Your finished product will include impressive details such as rabbit hide tassels and an antler closure. No kilt is complete without a stylish and functional sporran!
Trifold Alligator Wallet
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Learn how to create a beautiful alligator wallet with a zipper pocket. From color to stitch, this online course will walk you through every step. This course was taught live in Pendleton and is now available on demand through the platform.