Designing Custom Liners for Bags with Leandra Martin

Date: Saturday, November 7th

Skill Level: Intermediate

Time: 9:00am to 5:00pm 

Room: 7

Instructor: Leandra Martin

In this class, we’ll walk through how to design a custom drop-in style liner with a leather-trimmed upper for an existing bag. This is primarily a design and demonstration class, where you’ll learn the process of creating a liner pattern that fits your bag well and looks clean and intentional.

We’ll start by taking measurements from a tote bag, drawing up a custom liner design, and discussing ways to refine and perfect the pattern. I’ll demonstrate the full process on an unlined tote bag, including how to prepare the bag for a drop-in liner using techniques like skiving, folding, and taping so the liner sits neatly inside the bag. 

We’ll also spend time discussing leather choices and liner fabric options, and how those materials affect both the look and structure of the finished liner. Students are encouraged but not required to bring a tote bag or another similar basic-style purse so you can take measurements and begin sketching a custom liner design specifically for your bag. Along the way we’ll talk through design considerations, fit, and the small adjustments that help create a polished final result.

This class is a great opportunity to learn the thought process behind designing custom liners and gain confidence in adding them to your own bags.

 

What to Bring:

• Tailor measuring tape,
•  2 white poster boards (or 24" x 18" artist heavy weight paper)
• 6" x 24" quilters ruler (or similar size)
•  pencil
• eraser
• notebook. 
• Optional: bring an unlined bag that you have made that you would like to learn to design a liner for.

Leandra Martin, based in Twin Falls, Idaho, has been specializing in custom leatherwork and purse making for over nine years. She has spent the past three years sharing her expertise by teaching purse making classes both in her local shop and at leather trade shows. Leandra’s deep connection to western craftsmanship and lifestyle is reflected in her designs, which combine functionality with timeless style. In 2025, she expanded her skills by completing a boot making course with Schwarz Boots and is now pursuing her passion for custom cowboy boot making full time.

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Start your day right
We always offer a complimentary breakfast bar just outside the classrooms. This is free for all students—please enjoy it before class! The coffee is amazing.

All Students receive free General Admission at the Trade Show and Friday Night Fun

CLASS REFUND POLICY:

100% refund through Oct. 1st

80% refund through Oct. 20th

No refund from Oct 21st through the end of the show