{"product_id":"expedition-crossbody-bag","title":"Expedition Crossbody Bag With Leandra Martin","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"213\" data-end=\"275\"\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 Friday, November 6th\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"213\" data-end=\"275\"\u003e\u003cstrong\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;\"\u003eSkill Level: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\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;\"\u003eIntermediate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"213\" data-end=\"275\"\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-start=\"213\" data-end=\"275\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoom:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"213\" data-end=\"275\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor: \u003c\/strong\u003eLeandra Martin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn this workshop you will be making a modern \"fanny pack\" style crossbody purse with a cordura fabric liner and decorative webbing for the strap. You will learn how to construct a professional quality bag by learning how to reduce the bulk in seams, turn raw edges, and create a fabric liner with seam binding. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe will discuss leather options for giving this bag structure without excess bulk, fabric options for the liner that easily wipe clean, and other materials for bag construction that will help your understanding in bag making and design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e You will go home with a complete purse and pattern to make future products for your customers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\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\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\u003ePencil and notebook\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 4x12 quilting ruler (or similar size)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilver pen, Sharpie\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScissors, Rotary Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cutting mat, Edger\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWing dividers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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 \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":45265252253887,"sku":"EVENTS-ExpeditionCrossbodyBag","price":375.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0683\/7367\/6223\/files\/expedition2.jpg?v=1773085059","url":"https:\/\/illumeconnect.com\/products\/expedition-crossbody-bag","provider":"Illume Connect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}