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Perfect Cuts, Every Time – Say goodbye to jagged edges and get the precision that only a sharp blade can deliver.
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Simple but Stunning – No fancy tools or years of experience required; these projects are designed to be both easy and gorgeous.
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Master Any Blade – From straight blades to head knives, learn the techniques to make every tool in your kit razor-sharp and ready to perform.
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Longer-Lasting Tools – Sharpening isn’t just about cutting better; it’s about making your tools last longer and keeping them at their best.
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Quick & Simple Steps – Trevor’s pro tips make it easy, fast, and surprisingly satisfying to get a perfect edge on every knife.
Stop Struggling with Dull Blades – Learn to Sharpen Like a Pro and Slice Through Leather Like Butter!
Say goodbye to ragged cuts and hello to pro-level precision – master the art of knife sharpening in just a few easy steps.
There’s nothing worse than hacking away at leather with a blade that feels more butter knife than razor-sharp. In this course, Trevor Alexander, a saddle-making legend, shows you the exact steps to get your blades slicing clean, smooth, and satisfyingly sharp. Whether it’s a straight blade or a head knife, you’ll learn how to sharpen every type in your toolkit, making your cuts flawless and your work a whole lot easier. Ready to see what a difference a sharp knife makes?
Sharpen Like a Pro, Cut Like a Boss
If you’re serious about leathercraft, you need serious tools – and that starts with knowing how to keep them sharp. Trevor Alexander’s got the know-how to turn you into a sharpening pro, giving you the skills to work faster, safer, and with the kind of precision that makes a real difference. This course will have you slicing through leather like it’s butter – and trust us, there’s no better feeling!
So now that your knives are sharp enough to split hairs, what’s next?
If you’re ready to take your leather skills from ‘not bad’ to ‘whoa, that’s impressive,’ Learn with Illume is your golden ticket. Inside, you’ll find courses taught by leather pros who live and breathe this craft. Imagine having access to all the tips, tricks, and hands-on projects you need to build serious leather cred.
Ready to go from sharp to unstoppable?
Join Illume and let’s get crafting!
Here’s what you get when you join Learn with Illume:
- Access to 100+ leathercraft courses, including Trevor's course.
- Step-by-step guides, cheat sheets, and patterns—all created by the pros.
- Exclusive content that you can’t find anywhere else, designed to take your skills from hobbyist to pro.
- And did I mention our supportive community of fellow leather lovers? You’ll have all the advice, feedback, and encouragement you need.

Two Ways to Get In—You Pick!
We’ve made joining Learn with Illume super easy with two pricing options, so you can choose what works best for you:
- Monthly Membership: Perfect if you want to dip your toes in and see how much you can level up your leathercraft skills. The best part? You can cancel anytime, no strings attached!
- Yearly Membership: Want the full experience and to save big? Go yearly and save! It’s the best bang for your buck, and trust me, you won’t regret locking in a whole year of creative goodness.
Whether you choose monthly or yearly, you’ll get instant access to everything Learn with Illume has to offer. So, what are you waiting for?
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Take A Peek At What's Inside!
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Skills Inventory
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Supplies Checklist
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Getting Started
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Straight Blade
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Head Knife
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Curved Blade with a Sharpener
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Submit Questions HERE!
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About this course
- 9 lessons
- 0.5 hours of video content
Courses For Every Skill Level!
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Try It, Craft It, Love It Guarantee
I get it—you want to make sure Learn with Illume is the real deal. That’s why we’re giving you a full 7 days to try it out, risk-free! Jump into the courses, explore all the goodies, and see for yourself why our members are obsessed.
If you’re not totally loving it (but trust me, you will), just let us know within 7 days, and we’ll give you a full refund—no hard feelings, no hassle.
So go ahead, dive in and start crafting. You've got nothing to lose and a whole world of leathercraft to gain!
Join Learn with Illume Today!
- Access to 100+ leathercraft courses, including Trevor's course.
- Step-by-step guides, cheat sheets, and patterns—all created by the pros.
- Exclusive content that you can’t find anywhere else, designed to take your skills from hobbyist to pro.
- And did I mention our supportive community of fellow leather lovers? You’ll have all the advice, feedback, and encouragement you need.
Ready to dive in? Pick the plan that fits your leathercraft dreams!
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YearlyYearly Subscription Go Yearly (best value)! |
Okay, let’s get real for a sec:
For less than the cost of grabbing fast food with your family, you can unlock access to over 100 leathercraft courses taught by our handpicked experts. Step-by-step instructions, cheat sheets, patterns—you name it, it’s all here to help you master your craft.
So, instead of another night of burgers and fries, why not invest in a skill that’ll stick with you for life? Sounds like a win to me!

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