{"title":"Illume On Tour","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"aaron-on-tour-backpack-course-molinofl","title":"Aaron On Tour Backpack Course ( Molino, FL)","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"9227\" data-end=\"9393\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-teams=\"true\"\u003eTour Dates \u0026amp; Locations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFriday \u0026amp; Saturday, August 21-22, 2026, from 8am-5pm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBarrineau Park Community Center, \u003ca role=\"link\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/l.facebook.com\/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bing.com%2Fmaps%2Fdefault.aspx%3Fv%3D2%26pc%3DFACEBK%26mid%3D8100%26where1%3D6055%2520Barrineau%2520Park%2520School%2520Rd%252C%2520Molino%252C%2520FL%252C%2520United%2520States%252C%252032577%26FORM%3DFBKPL1%26mkt%3Den-GB%26fbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExZ1hESDZCUW0xTGhMMm5KN3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4_IT_OrHfo7vKLrd2KGTzsVBNWcqWsdCzK4xAatr3GApTLU33nnGFs15mZwA_aem_B_zpVmNjkViSqeaC_AhjDg\u0026amp;h=AT5Z9jbsn7eXteU8iXrcNQeh0U7nlrqQWs6BvUD9SpA9SaseeFydK9v5G3ZyStfBxn2zWXZLWqV6Rc7ctKOJYFC-5OlheyVgNKWf7dGJrCOb7C369MTWgtdSBdrxhUH3lQ\" class=\"x1i10hfl xjbqb8w x1ejq31n x18oe1m7 x1sy0etr xstzfhl x972fbf x10w94by x1qhh985 x14e42zd x9f619 x1ypdohk xt0psk2 x3ct3a4 xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x16tdsg8 x1hl2dhg xggy1nq x1a2a7pz xkrqix3 x1sur9pj x1fey0fg x1s688f\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e6055 Barrineau Park School Rd, Molino, FL, United States, 32577\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"197\" data-start=\"154\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"197\" data-start=\"154\"\u003eWhy You’ll Love Aaron’s Backpack Course\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"224\" data-start=\"199\"\u003eAlright, here’s the deal…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"433\" data-start=\"226\"\u003eThis isn’t just a class where you watch and hope you figure it out later. 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By the end of the workshop, you’ll leave with more than a finished belt, you’ll leave with a deeper skillset, stronger confidence, and a better understanding of how to build belts that look sharp, wear well, and sell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd that last part matters. Belts are one of the smartest products you can add to your lineup whether you’re building a side hustle, adding to your craft show table, or producing work in a full-time shop. 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Students will work through floral belt design, create a tap-off, and learn decorative techniques that bring personality and craftsmanship into the build.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\na {\n    text-decoration: none;\n    color: #464feb;\n}\ntr th, tr td {\n    border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;\n}\ntr th {\n    background-color: #f5f5f5;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProfessional Techniques Made Simple\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearn the methods used by working craftsmen while avoiding the common mistakes that frustrate beginners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttention to the Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou'll learn proper sizing, tooling, edge finishing, hardware installation, and the small details that elevate a project from homemade to professional.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\na {\n    text-decoration: none;\n    color: #464feb;\n}\ntr th, tr td {\n    border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;\n}\ntr th {\n    background-color: #f5f5f5;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAssembly Confidence That Carries Forward\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\na {\n    text-decoration: none;\n    color: #464feb;\n}\ntr th, tr td {\n    border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;\n}\ntr th {\n    background-color: #f5f5f5;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWhether you’re new to belt making or ready to sharpen your process, this class is designed to help you work with more confidence, clarity, and purpose on future builds.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat You'll Leave With\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA completed heirloom-quality leather belt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePractical leatherworking skills you can use on future projects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreater confidence in your craftsmanship\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA printed pattern for future builds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eLifetime access to Matt's Learn with Illume course (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$37 value\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat to Bring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\na {\n    text-decoration: none;\n    color: #464feb;\n}\ntr th, tr td {\n    border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;\n}\ntr th {\n    background-color: #f5f5f5;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour leather kit, hardware, patterns, and instruction are included. Just bring a few of your favorite shop tools:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarving tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMallet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRock (we will have a few available)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwivel knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaper and pencil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWing dividers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeather and snaps are included in the kit. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReady to Build Something You'll Be Proud Of?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you're looking to sharpen your skills or spend a weekend creating a quality leather project, this workshop offers a rewarding hands-on experience in a supportive learning environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeet Your Instructor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\na {\n    text-decoration: none;\n    color: #464feb;\n}\ntr th, tr td {\n    border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;\n}\ntr th {\n    background-color: #f5f5f5;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMatt Wanner brings over 15 years of leathercraft experience and has built more than 100 saddles. 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