{"product_id":"designing-custom-liners-for-bags","title":"Designing Custom Liners for Bags with Leandra Martin","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"275\" data-start=\"213\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ascii-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-font-family: Aptos; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saturday, November 7th\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"275\" data-start=\"213\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ascii-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-font-family: Aptos; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level: \u003c\/strong\u003eIntermediate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"275\" data-start=\"213\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ascii-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-font-family: Aptos; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime: \u003c\/strong\u003e9:00am to 5:00pm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"275\" data-start=\"213\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoom:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"275\" data-start=\"213\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor: \u003c\/strong\u003eLeandra Martin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 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. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe’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. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe’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. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis class is a great opportunity to learn the thought process behind designing custom liners and gain confidence in adding them to your own bags.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to Bring:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTailor measuring tape,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2 white poster boards (or 24\" x 18\" artist heavy weight paper)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6\" x 24\" quilters ruler (or similar size)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e pencil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eeraser\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003enotebook. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptional\u003c\/strong\u003e: bring an unlined bag that you have made that you would like to learn to design a liner for.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLeandra 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewww.facebook.com\/martincustomboots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewww.instagram.com\/leandra.martin\/\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cb data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\"\u003eStart your day right\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe always offer a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ecomplimentary breakfast bar\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e just outside the classrooms. This is free for all students—please enjoy it before class! The coffee is amazing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll Students receive free General Admission at the Trade Show and Friday Night Fun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCLASS REFUND POLICY:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% refund through Oct. 1st\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e80% refund through Oct. 20th\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo refund from Oct 21st through the end of the show\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Illume Connect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45265196253375,"sku":"EVENTS-DROPINLINER","price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0683\/7367\/6223\/files\/purseliner.jpg?v=1773082431","url":"https:\/\/illumeconnect.com\/products\/designing-custom-liners-for-bags","provider":"Illume Connect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}