Overnight Bag with a Gator Pocket

Instructor: Aaron Heizer
Course Length: 3.5 hours | Lessons: 56
Skill Level: Intermediate

Build an heirloom-worthy travel bag.
Few projects showcase craftsmanship like a full-sized overnight bag. In this course, Aaron Heizer takes you through every step of building a durable, timeless leather travel bag—complete with a custom airbrushed gator pocket for extra style. From patterning and leather selection to sewing, assembly, and finishing, you’ll gain the knowledge and techniques to create a professional-quality piece built to last for generations.

Perfect for personal use or as a high-end custom project, this course equips you with the skills to confidently take on larger builds and add unique design elements that set your work apart.

What You’ll Learn:

• How to design and pattern a full overnight bag
• Best practices for selecting and cutting leather pieces
• Techniques for working with exotic crust gator accents
• Airbrushing methods for stunning color and depth
• Assembly, stitching, and hardware installation for strength and longevity
• Pro finishing techniques to ensure a polished, professional result

Inside the Course:

• Supplies, Pattern & Project Overview
• Leather Selection & Cutting Techniques
• Creating & Installing Gator Accent Pieces
• Airbrushing & Top Coat Application
• Sewing Prep: Skiving, Handles, Straps & Pockets
• Zipper & Gusset Assembly
• Final Assembly & Finishing Touches

⭐️ Recent Reviews:
“Aaron is a great instructor. Adds just the right amount of humor to keep it interesting. He’s still at it and doing great.” — James
“Excellent start to finish walkthrough.” — Mark

Included with Membership:
✅ 140+ professionally filmed courses
✅ Downloadable patterns & checklists
✅ Monthly live Q&As with expert instructors
✅ Supportive artisan community
✅ Ongoing new course drops

About the Instructor:
Aaron Heizer, founder of Maker’s Leather Supply, began leathercraft while serving in the Army and transformed it into a full-time family business after retiring. Known for his approachable teaching style and clear, project-based instruction, Aaron has helped thousands of leathercrafters build confidence and tackle complex projects with ease.