Illume Connect

05/22/2026

Build a set of saddlebags this weekend with Illume, on sale Fri 6 PM MT to Sun 6 PM MT

05/21/2026

Sarah Garvey from last month's live meeting on Illume discussing the importance of practice. Join our next event with Sheryl Katzke Wed May 27th.

05/16/2026

Build a three piece holster with George on Illume. This design departs from your everyday carry but is a great product for the outdoor enthusiast. Add this to your product line and get some new construction ideas.

05/08/2026

New classes from Aaron Heizer are live on Illume. Learn bookbinding from the POV of a

05/02/2026

05/01/2026

As you read the magazine this month, we hope you will reflect on the people who have shaped your path in leather craft.

04/29/2026

We’re celebrating .

This year’s theme, Make It Leather, is about choosing materials that last and carry a story over time.

Why did you choose to work with leather or did it choose you? Let us know, the deadline to submit is today. Link in the comments. We look forward to hearing your stories and we'll be sharing some of our favorites.

04/24/2026

Add leather overlays to your tool box with this quick win class. Sale starts at 6pm MT and ends at the same time Sunday.

04/22/2026

is just a week away.

This year’s theme, Make It Leather, is about choosing materials that last and carry a story over time.

At Illume Connect, we’re here to elevate and unite the leather community through shared knowledge, experience, and connection.

Why did you choose leather? Let us know. Link in the comments. We'll be sharing some of our favorite stories and look forward to hearing about your journey in leatherwork.

04/20/2026

Each month we go live with our instructors to talk about the latest class releases for the Learn with Illume Membership. This month we will visit with Sarah Garvey WesternSkiesHandmade to talk about here latest bag design class. If you're a member be sure to join us https://live.learnwithillume.com for the event and watch your email 30 minutes before the event for a direct link. If you'd like to join us the event is this Wednesday 4/22 at 6PM MDT.