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ROZETKortestraat 16
Arnhem, The Netherlandsnext to Holiday Inn Express
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4 Workshop Registration Information
5 Map of Arnhem (Rozet/Holiday Inn)
6 List of Workshops by Instructor
7 Workshop Timetable
8 List of Workshops by Subject
10 List of Workshops by Title
12-25 Workshop Descriptions (alpha by Title)
25-27 Workshop Project Photos
28-30 Instructor Profiles & Pictures
31-32 Registration Form & Payment (mail/fax)
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Instructor Workshops: by INSTRUCTOR Pg Day Time €Andre Slickbald’s 3-D Skulls 23 THU 09.00 - 17.00 150
Andre Slickbald’s Advanced Carving Techniques 23 WED 09.00 - 17.00 150
Andre Slickbald’s Carving Realistic Roses 23 SAT 09.00 - 17.00 150
Andre Slickbald’s Leather Suspenders 24 FRI 09.00 - 17.00 225
Avesque-Jouan Mohair Cinch Making - Level 1 20 WED-THU 09.00 - 17.00 400
Avesque-Jouan Mohair Cinch Making - Level 2 20 FRI 09.00 - 17.00 250
Beard Robert Beard’s Southwest Buckle 22 THU 09.00 - 17.00 165
Dale Monogrammed Round Knife Sheath 21 FRI 09.00 - 17.00 170
Dale Skill Builders: Perfect Edge Paint 22 SAT 09.00 - 14.00 85
Dobstetter Motorcycle Tank Bib 21 FRI-SAT see p. 21 265
Flanagan Alpaca Fever! 12 WED-THU 09.00 - 17.00 300
King Stamping Unique Geometric Designs 24 FRI 09.00 - 13.00 85
Okada Smart Phone Case 24 WED-THU 09.00 - 17.00 330
Orfanidi Dragon Eye Pendant 17 SAT 09.00 - 17.00 165
Orfanidi Painting with Acrylics: The Sailfish 22 FRI 13.30 - 17.30 85
Park Bobby Park: Advanced Floral Tooling 14 THU 09.00 - 17.00 165
Park Bobby Park: Antiquing, Dyeing & Finishing 14 FRI 09.00 - 12.00 75
Park Bobby Park: Mastering the Swivel Knife 15 WED 09.00 - 17.00 165
Pereira Leather Molding with Sand 19 FRI 12.30 - 17.30 150
Pierce Christmas Flower Ornament 16 WED 14.00 - 17.30 100
Pierce How to Make a Bespoke Leather Jacket 18 SAT 13.00 - 17.00 135
Romero Braided Awl Handle 15 SAT 09.00 - 15.00 175
Romero Braided Pendant with Cabochon Inlay 16 FRI 09.00 - 15.00 175
Roossien Hand Stitching Techniques 18 THU 09.00 - 13.30 125
Roossien Lacemaking & Braiding Techniques 19 WED 09.00 - 13.30 125
van der Stroom Carving a Dutch Landscape 16 THU 09.00 - 15.00 150
van der Stroom Youth Workshop by Tandy Leather 25 SAT 14.00 - 17.00 0
Volbach Crossed Horses in 3-D 17 FRI-SAT 09.00 - 17.00 300
Volken 100% Leather Box & Medieval Cases 12 WED 09.00 - 17.00 150
Zalesak Tool Sharpening & Maintenance 25 THU 14.00 - 17.30 85
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Subject Workshops: by SUBJECT Instructor Pg €3-D Tooling Slickbald’s 3-D Skulls Andre 23 150
Braiding Braided Awl Handle Romero 15 175
Braiding Braided Pendant with Cabochon Inlay Romero 16 175
Braiding Lacemaking & Braiding Techniques Roossien 19 125
Carving/Stamping Motorcycle Tank Bib Dobstetter 21 265
Cinch Making Mohair Cinch Making - Level 1 Avesque-Jouan 20 400
Cinch Making Mohair Cinch Making - Level 2 Avesque-Jouan 20 250
Construction 100% Leather Box & Medieval Cases Volken 12 150
Construction Christmas Flower Ornament Pierce 16 100
Construction How to Make a Bespoke Leather Jacket Pierce 18 135
Construction Monogrammed Round Knife Sheath Dale 21 170
Construction Slickbald’s Leather Suspenders Andre 24 225
Embossing Alpaca Fever! Flanagan 12 300
Embossing Crossed Horses in 3-D Volbach 17 300
Figure Carving Carving a Dutch Landscape van der Stroom 16 150
Figure Carving Slickbald’s Carving Realistic Roses Andre 23 150
Finishing Bobby Park: Antiquing, Dyeing & Finishing Park 14 75
Finishing Skill Builders: Perfect Edge Paint Dale 22 85
Floral Bobby Park: Advanced Floral Tooling Park 14 165
Hand Stitching Hand Stitching Techniques Roossien 18 125
Painting/Coloring Painting with Acrylics: The Sailfish Orfanidi 22 85
Sharpening Tool Sharpening & Maintenance Zalesak 25 85
Sheridan Style Smart Phone Case Okada 24 330
Stamping Stamping Unique Geometric Designs King 24 85
Swivel Knife Bobby Park: Mastering the Swivel Knife Park 15 165
Tooling Slickbald’s Advanced Carving Techniques Andre 23 150
Various Dragon Eye Pendant Orfanidi 17 165
Various Techniques Robert Beard’s Southwest Buckle Beard 22 165
Wet Forming Leather Molding with Sand Pereira 19 150
Youth Youth Workshop by Tandy Leather van der Stroom 25 0
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Workshops: by TITLE Instructor Pg Day Time €100% Leather Box & Medieval Cases Volken 12 WED 09.00 - 17.00 150
Alpaca Fever! Flanagan 12 WED-THU 09.00 - 17.00 300
Bobby Park: Advanced Floral Tooling Park 14 THU 09.00 - 17.00 165
Bobby Park: Antiquing, Dyeing & Finishing Park 14 FRI 09.00 - 12.00 75
Bobby Park: Mastering the Swivel Knife Park 15 WED 09.00 - 17.00 165
Braided Awl Handle Romero 15 SAT 09.00 - 15.00 175
Braided Pendant with Cabochon Inlay Romero 16 FRI 09.00 - 15.00 175
Carving a Dutch Landscape van der Stroom 16 THU 09.00 - 15.00 150
Christmas Flower Ornament Pierce 16 WED 14.00 - 17.30 100
Crossed Horses in 3-D Volbach 17 FRI-SAT 09.00 - 17.00 300
Dragon Eye Pendant Orfanidi 17 SAT 09.00 - 17.00 165
Hand Stitching Techniques Roossien 18 THU 09.00 - 13.30 125
How to Make a Bespoke Leather Jacket Pierce 18 SAT 13.00 - 17.00 135
Lacemaking & Braiding Techniques Roossien 19 WED 09.00 - 13.30 125
Leather Molding with Sand Pereira 19 FRI 12.30 - 17.30 150
Mohair Cinch Making - Level 1 Avesque-Jouan 20 WED-THU 09.00 - 17.00 400
Mohair Cinch Making - Level 2 Avesque-Jouan 20 FRI 09.00 - 17.00 250
Monogrammed Round Knife Sheath Dale 21 FRI 09.00 - 17.00 170
Motorcycle Tank Bib Dobstetter 21 FRI-SAT see p. 21 265
Painting with Acrylics: The Sailfish Orfanidi 22 FRI 13.30 - 17.30 85
Robert Beard’s Southwest Buckle Beard 22 THU 09.00 - 17.00 165
Skill Builders: Perfect Edge Paint Dale 22 SAT 09.00 - 14.00 85
Slickbald’s 3-D Skulls Andre 23 THU 09.00 - 17.00 150
Slickbald’s Advanced Carving Techniques Andre 23 WED 09.00 - 17.00 150
Slickbald’s Carving Realistic Roses Andre 23 SAT 09.00 - 17.00 150
Slickbald’s Leather Suspenders Andre 24 FRI 09.00 - 17.00 225
Smart Phone Case Okada 24 WED-THU 09.00 - 17.00 330
Stamping Unique Geometric Designs King 24 FRI 09.00 - 13.00 85
Tool Sharpening & Maintenance Zalesak 25 THU 14.00 - 17.30 85
Youth Workshop by Tandy Leather van der Stroom 25 SAT 14.00 - 17.00 0
Day Key: WED=Wednesday, THU=Thursday, FRI=Friday, SAT=Saturday10
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100% Leather Box & Medieval CasesSerge Volken
Precious containers for precious contents, be it for an engagement ring, a coin collection or your favoured swivel knife. The art of making leather boxes has been around for centuries. I had the chance to see originals from close, study them and learn a few tricks. Using ancient knowledge combined with new means of making I propose to lead you step by step into the architecture of building a 100% leather box without any stitching. We also discuss different options. Examples of 15th Century cases will be shown for close examination. After this class you will not only bring back home an original mini leather casket, but also the keys to a wide range of new project ideas based on the principles acquired during this class. Attention, basic skiving skills are required.
Wednesday, 16. OCT, 09.00 - 17.00Room 3.05, ROZET
€150Student Limit 10Intermediate
Materials to Bring: Skiving blade, small box cutter, a few stamping tools of your choice, a wing divider, bone folder, cutting board, small water spray bottle, and Band-aids.
Materials for this workshop donated/provided by: Gentle Craft (Center for Ancient Leather Shoe Museum, Lausanne), The Fiebing Company and Renia GmbH
Alpaca Fever!Kathy Flanagan
Furry and cute alpacas from an Arnhem shop were quite popular with ELWATS visitors in 2018! This year, you can make your own alpaca! Turn your talents loose on a piece of leather to create the fuzziest creature on your wall! Carving, tooling, hairing, texturing, embossing, coloring and more! You’ll be taking home your own 3-D alpaca, ready to frame. (Approximate size: 8x10 inches / 20x25 cm)
Wednesday-Thursday, 16. - 17. OCT, 09.00 - 17.00Room 3.14, ROZET
€300Student Limit 12All skill levels welcome!
Materials to Bring: Weight to hold down leather, water sprayer/mister, stylus, modeling spoon, swivel knife, strop, maul/mallet, stamping stone, bevelers (smooth, various sizes), matting tools (smooth and checkered, various sizes), pear shaders (P233, P206, P218, P367 or similar), figure carving tools (F895, F902), scalpel with #11 blades, multi-blade knife, ball modeler, round marbles, and paint brushes (sizes 0 - 2, round).
Materials for this workshop donated/provided by: Hermann Oak Leather Co. and Renia GmbH
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Bobby Park: Advanced Floral ToolingBob Park
Thursday, 17. OCT, 09.00 - 17.00Room 3.01, ROZET
€165Student Limit 12Intermediate to AdvancedWhile there is a lot of reference material on how to learn the basics of floral tooling, there is very little designed to help take it to the next level. Bobby designed this workshop to do just that! General topics covered are: leather selection, casing the leather, carving solutions, controlling stretch and swivel knife/stamping tool selection. He will talk about a variety of the techniques that he utilizes on his own projects. This is where he will share the techniques he has learned over the years to create depth, dimension, texture and highlights to the tooling. And with the aid of close-up cameras and a large screen Smartboard, each student will have the opportunity to observe these techniques first hand. Instruction will also include: the cutting sequence, tooling sequences, beveling without cutting, petal lifting and undercutting, back-beveling and the use of modeling tools. The class will have an opportunity in the afternoon session to apply these techniques on a practice floral tooling pattern. As this is not a project class, there will be no emphasis or pressure to complete the practice patterns. Bobby’s focus will be strictly on evaluating each student’s skill level and tailoring comments to help them improve. A recommended tool list will be provided to those who sign up for the workshop. Bobby’s book, Creating Western Floral Designs will be available for sale after class! Bobby’s email: [email protected]
Materials to Bring: Stamping tools, stamping stone, swivel knife, strop, maul/mallet of choice, tracing stylus, spray bottle for water, notepad, pencil, and a camera.
Materials for this workshop donated/provided by: Hermann Oak Leather Co.
Bobby Park: Antiquing, Dyeing & Finishing DemonstrationBob Park
There are so many products available to the leather worker that it is difficult to know what to use or when to use it. Bobby designed this three hour demonstration to address the use of a variety of those products. General topics will include the use of spirit and water based dyes, acrylic colors, liquid highlighters and paste antiques. Through the use of close-up cameras and a large screen Smartboard, he will share the techniques and sequences that he uses to produce professional looking finishes. Discussion will include: oiling, brush selection, dyeing tooled backgrounds, dyeing edges, applying acrylic colors, applying paste antique, finish coats and sealants. Throughout the demonstration he will address a variety of products from various manufacturers, alternative applications and the successful methods that he has learned to use over the years. This demonstration “covers a lot of ground” and is one of his most popular workshops!
Friday, 18. OCT, 09.00 - 12.00Room 3.01, ROZET
€75Student Limit 20All skill levels welcome!
Materials to Bring: Note taking materials. Cameras are welcome.
Materials for this workshop donated/provided by: Hermann Oak Leather Co., The Fiebing Company and Bob Park Custom Leather
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Bobby Park: Mastering the Swivel KnifeBob Park
When it comes to carving, the swivel knife is the most important tool we employ and undoubtedly the most difficult to master. Its use is the foundation for all styles and types of leather carving. With that in mind, Bobby is presenting a workshop dedicated completely to the attributes of the swivel knife and the techniques that I employ with it. The instruction will cover the pros and cons of a variety of swivel knives. Topics covered will include: specialty knives, proper hand fit, proper grip, blade types and selection, knife manufacturers and most importantly, blade sharpening and stropping. With the aid of close-up cameras live streaming to a large screen Smartboard, Bobby will demonstrate the techniques that he uses when cutting tooling patterns, performing finish cuts and when ‘free-handing” decorative finger carvings. Additionally, the discussion will cover: line priority, cutting sequences, tapered cuts, practice techniques, tracing patterns and leather preparation. Students will learn the fundamentals of making various cuts and have the opportunity to practice cutting one of his tooling patterns or a finger carving pattern. As this is not a project class, there will be no emphasis or pressure to complete a pattern. Bobby’s focus will be strictly on evaluating each student’s skill level and tailoring comments to help them improve. A tool list will be provided for each student upon registration. Bobby’s book, Creating Western Floral Designs will be available for sale after class! Bobby’s email: [email protected]
Wednesday, 16. OCT, 09.00 - 17.00Room 3.01, ROZET
€165Student Limit 12All skill levels welcome!
Materials to Bring: Sharp swivel knives of choice, stamping tools, maul/mallet, tracing stylus, water sprayer/mister, strop, sharpening equipment (if you have it), note taking materials, pencil, camera.
Materials for this workshop donated/provided by: Hermann Oak Leather Co.
Braided Awl HandleIsaac Romero
Create a better grip on your awl handle, while personalizing it in the process. You will learn how to cover an existing handle with intricate braiding, utilizing the Turk’s head knot as a base structure, and adding a pineapple interweave, using at least 3 different colors of lace. With these skills, you will be able to customize any handle in your workshop!
Saturday, 19. OCT, 09.00 - 15.00Room 3.03, ROZET
€175Student Limit 10All skill levels welcome!
Materials to Bring: Blunt awl/fid, bone folder and 5 woodworking nails (2 – 4 cm long). C.S. Osborne and Co. will provide each student with (1) C.S. Osborne #477 fid/belt awl; this will be the handle that you cover with lacing.
Materials for this workshop donated/provided by: The Fiebing Company and C.S. Osborne and Co.
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Braided Pendant with Cabochon InlayIsaac Romero
Combine braiding with stone inlay in this workshop. You’ll get to choose which type of stone to inlay (tiger’s eye, obsidian, etc.), then learn how to lace around the stone using 4 different types of braids. Finally, you’ll see how to apply finishes to the pendant to give it a refined look.
Friday, 18. OCT, 09.00 - 15.00Room 3.03, ROZET
€175Student Limit 10All skill levels welcome!
Materials to Bring: Rotary punch, lacing fid, wing dividers, utility knife (or round knife), bone folder, lacing needles, cutting surface and 2 brushes.
Materials for this workshop donated/provided by: The Fiebing Company
Carving a Dutch LandscapeGerda van der Stroom
Join Gerda for an authentic Dutch landscape carving in leather! You will be carving elements typically seen in the Dutch countryside, with an emphasis on “seeing” them from the perspective of a motorcycle saddle. Gerda will show you how to sequence the scene (choosing the starting elements and progressing from there) and how to bring it to life. This artwork will look perfect in a frame when finished!
Thursday, 17. OCT, 09.00 - 15.00Room 3.16, ROZET
€150Student Limit 8Intermediate
Materials to Bring: All kinds of figure carving tools (the smaller, the better!), modeling tool(s), swivel knife, strop, utility knife/scalpel, stamping stone, cutting board, ruler, stylus, mallet/maul (normal size and small), water sprayer/mister, bevellers (B997, B892, B60, or B2044, B2042, B2043, B198, B702, B205, B971); background tool A888-2; figure carving tools (F890, F891, F902, F898, F899, F901, F895); pear shaders (P233, P236, P972, P367, P975, P217); seeders (S633, S864, S868, S931 and/or S632, S631), plus more if you want.
Materials for this workshop donated/provided by: Hermann Oak Leather Co. and The Fiebing Company
Christmas Flower OrnamentJulie Pierce
We will take flat, pre-cut leather, apply dye and then shape into a Christmas Poinsettia flower ornament. You will learn how to wet mold, shape, dye, and add texture as we create this flower.
Wednesday, 16. OCT, 14.00 - 17.30Room 3.03, ROZET
€100Student Limit 6Beginner
Materials to Bring: #2 or #3 edger, old towels/rags for the dye table (2-3)
Materials for this workshop donated/provided by: Hermann Oak Leather Co. and The Fiebing Company
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Crossed Horses in 3-DJürgen Volbach
Every detail of this workshop will be taught, starting with copying the horse heads onto the leather, modeling from the backside to the frontside, to bringing the embossing into the right form. After this, you will learn the right combination of leather dust and rubber gum/cement to fill the back side. Then you will use modeling tools to bring out the shape of the horses’ heads, add hair structure and learn the right way to undercut specific areas to give the horses a living “look”. From there, you can take the artwork home to add any color or antiquing that you wish, or just leave it natural.
Friday-Saturday, 18.-19. OCT, 09.00 - 17.00Room 3.02, ROZET
€300Student Limit 15Intermediate
Materials to Bring: Swivel knife with a small blade (7mm), strop, scalpel and blades, ball and spoon modelers, fine ball point stylus, checkered backgrounders, figure bevelers, maul/mallet, graphite pencil, soft white eraser, water sprayer/mister, stamping stone, and a cutting board.
Materials for this workshop donated/provided by: Hermann Oak Leather Co. and Renia GmbH
Dragon Eye PendantNatalie Orfanidi
In this workshop,, you will make a piece of leather jewelry in the shape of a dragon’s eye. This class will cover a variety of techniques such as carving, embossing, use of a modeling spoon and painting with acrylics – all combined in order to make a stunning piece of wearable art. The techniques learned in this class can be applied to multiple personal items such as : key fobs, brooches, buttons, decorative conchos, etc.
Saturday, 19. OCT, 09.00 - 17.00Room 3.16, ROZET
€165Student Limit 15All skill levels welcome!
Materials to Bring: Modeling spoons (medium and small if possible), steep bevelers, maul/mallet, small seeder, medium size petal lifter, large figure beveler, water sprayer/mister, very fine paint brushes, a paint tray, scalpel, and tracing pen or stylus.
Materials for this workshop donated/provided by: Hermann Oak Leather Co. and Renia GmbH
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Hand Stitching TechniquesDanielle Roossien
Have you ever had the problem of being short a hand while stitching, or not knowing how to handle your needles? Then this will be a great workshop to improve your skills. The main focus of this workshop will be hand stitching techniques. Participants will learn the basics of hand stitching, such as how to prepare the leather with the required tools, and how to angle and handle an awl and needles. By making a so-called “technique-sheet” you will take home a self-made example sheet with various types of traditional, constructional and decorative stitching to apply in your own projects. Time permitting, the box stitch will also be covered. This workshop is suitable for all skill levels; even if you already hand stitch, you will have the chance to improve your skills by paying attention to detail and if you are a beginner, we will start with the basics.
Thursday, 17. OCT, 09.00 - 13.30Room 3.03, ROZET
€125Student Limit 10All skill levels welcome!
Materials to Bring: Note taking materials, wing dividers, edge beveler (size 2), edge slicker, skiving knife or scalpel, scratch awl, strop, mallet. If you have your own awl, stitching groover, overstitch wheel, diamond chisel, 1/8 lacing chisel, stitching pony or small vise, please bring them. Danielle will have a limited number of tools to share.
Materials for this workshop donated/provided by: Hermann Oak Leather Co.
How to Make a Bespoke Leather JacketJulie Pierce
A 2-time World Leather Debut blue ribbon winner, Julie Pierce has a lot of information to impart regarding the creation of bespoke leather clothing. She has created an extensive outline for this workshop, designed to walk you through the entire process of creating a leather jacket that fits perfectly. Beginning with a design consultation, you will be able to ascertain your customers’ wants and needs. Julie will provide you with her trademarked JJ Pierce Co. Worksheet to get all of the important measurements correct. She’ll discuss pattern development, how to make a mock-up, check for fit, create a final pattern, source the materials, cutting the leather and finally, construction. Additionally, there will be tips on pricing and sewing machines, and you’ll pair up with someone in the class to practice taking measurements (she’ll provide tape measures). Participants should have a basic understanding of sewing machine operation, garment construction, and fitting. Everyone is welcome, however.
Saturday, 19. OCT, 13.00 - 17.00Room 3.05, ROZET
€135Student Limit 12All skill levels welcome!
Materials to Bring: Note taking materials. Cameras are welcome.
Materials for this workshop donated/provided by: JJ Pierce Co.
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Lacemaking & Braiding TechniquesDanielle Roossien
Many projects involve different ways of braiding with various types of lace. This workshop is the right one if you want to learn how to make your own lace! The main focus of this workshop will be about lacemaking and braiding techniques. By making a “technique-sheet” we have time and can concentrate on technique only. Participants will learn the basics about lacemaking and preparing the lace for braiding as well as the braiding principles itself to apply to your own projects. We will be using our self-made lace on the “technique-sheet” to learn various edge and applique braids for constructional and decorative use. Also we learn about how to prepare the leather with an eye for detail and how to use the required tools. This class is suitable for all skill levels, and if you already braid, you will have the chance to improve your skills by paying attention to detail; if you are a beginner, we will start with the basics. (If you have any, you can bring some braiding work to review). This workshop is a great choice if you plan to take Isaac Romero’s workshops.
Wednesday, 16. OCT, 09.00 - 13.30Room 3.03, ROZET
€125Student Limit 10All skill levels welcome!
Materials to Bring: Small cutting board, skiving knife or scalpel, wing dividers, edge beveler (size 2), edge slicker, flat nosed pliers, 1/8 lacing chisel, and maul/mallet. (If you have your own lace cutter, small round drive punches plus a 1-inch or larger drive punch, small vise, and curved skiving knife please bring them. Danielle will have a limited number of tools to share).
Materials for this workshop donated/provided by: Hermann Oak Leather Co., www.echtleer.nl (William Kooy), and Tandy Leather
Leather Molding with SandPepe Pereira
Learn a very practical method to mold leather at home or in your workshop using sand from the beach or from a home improvement store. This material will allow you to get irregular shapes that could be almost impossible to make with a mold of other materials. We are going to build a leather vase (although this method is useful for many other shapes/purposes!) which will also be hardened, thanks to the sand and will have the consistency of other materials such as wood or even ceramics. We will also get to know other materials that we all have at home that can also be used to make this type of molding.
Friday, 18. OCT, 12.30 - 17.30Room 3.01, ROZET
€150Student Limit 10All skill levels welcome!
Materials to Bring: Cutting tools (trim knife, cutter or head knife), cutting board, stylus or ballpoint, stitching awl and needles, waxed thread, strop, wing dividers, groover and wood slicker.
Materials for this workshop donated/provided by: Hermann Oak Leather Co. and Renia GmbH
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Mohair Cinch Making - Level 1Aurélie Avesque-Jouan
Participants will learn how to string and design a standard pattern (half diamonds and bars) on a 17-strand, straight, single layer western mohair cinch (up to 32”/81cm).Participants can choose the colors for their cinch from available colors. They will learn how to estimate the length of mohair needed for any straight tied mohair cinch with regards to the finished length and/or the number of strands. You will also see some specific patterns, like “checkerboard”. We will review the different kind of hardware available on the market. Special explanations will be given regarding:– the importance of the technical aspects and their impact on the horse’s sake;– the fitting of a cinch (length /width) and the impact to the horse.After this class, the students will be “autonomous” on the building of a tied cinch and will be able to make mohair tack for their own needs or for business. All supplies (mohair and hardware) and tools (frame, scissors, needle) are provided by EQUIMOHAIR and participants will leave with their own cinch. If the students are done with their cinch before the end of 2 days, we can discuss further subjects (bi-colors, ropers or whatever specific subject they want to see) or if there is enough time, they can make a second cinch/girth with an extra fee for the additional materials. Mohair is hypoallergenic, comfortable, and breathable for the horse. It is really strong and easy to take care of. Instruction provided in English and/or French.
Wednesday-Thursday, 16. - 17. OCT, 09.00 - 17.00Room 4.13, ROZET
€400Student Limit 4Beginner/Intermediate
Materials to Bring: Pencil, notepad, camera, and a floor cushion (some prefer to work sitting on a chair, others on the floor).
Materials for this workshop donated/provided by: EQUIMOHAIR
Mohair Cinch Making - Level 2Aurélie Avesque-Jouan
Participants will learn how to weave and design a standard pattern (half diamonds / center and weaves) on a 25- or 21-strand roper cinch/girth (up to 32”/81cm).Participants can choose the colors for their cinch from available colors. They will learn how to estimate the length of mohair needed for a woven roper mohair cinch with regards to the finished length and/or the number of strands.After this class, the students will be “autonomous” on the building of a woven cinch and will be able to make mohair tack for their own needs or for business. All supplies (mohair and hardware) and tools (frame, scissors, needle) are provided by EQUIMOHAIR and participants will leave with their own cinch. Mohair is hypoallergenic, comfortable, and breathable for the horse. It is really strong and easy to take care of. Instruction provided in English and/or French.
Friday, 18. OCT, 09.00 - 17.00Room 4.13, ROZET
€250Student Limit 4Advanced
Materials to Bring: Pencil, notepad, camera, and a floor cushion (some prefer to work sitting on a chair, others on the floor).
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Monogrammed Round Knife SheathMichael Dale
This knife sheath workshop will cover many aspects of leather work, so it has high value for the cost. At the end of the day, you will have a custom-fit sheath for your round knife. Pattern design, tooling, assembly, stitching and edging are just some of the things this project will cover. I will also share my experience and philosophy regarding making high quality products without compromises. While making this sheath, you will: Make a pattern for your individual knife including welt; Tool your own monogram; Cut your pattern and assemble the sheath; Stitch your sheath with a saddle stitch; Prepare your sheath for edging; Time permitting, students may color and finish their sheath with limited products available, but the focus will be on construction and preparation for color. Students will need to email Mike their initials and the size of their knife in centimeters (length and width of the blade only) as he will provide the monograms for class. Mike’s email: [email protected]
Friday, 18. OCT, 09.00 - 17.00Room 3.14, ROZET
€170Student Limit 15Intermediate
Materials to Bring: Round knife, pencils and eraser, edge bevelers, edge slicking tool, carving tools including swivel knife, strop, steep bevelers, figure bevelers and matter/background tools, maul/mallet, water sprayer/mister, trim knife, wing dividers, spring clips for assembling and glue, stitching awl, stitch wheel, stamping stone, cutting surface, stitching supplies (needles, thread etc.).
Materials for this workshop donated/provided by: Hermann Oak Leather Co., The Fiebing Company, Renia GmbH, and Leder Louis
Motorcycle Tank BibArmin Dobstetter
You will build a stiff and functional motorcycle tank bib with an old design of Ken Griffin’s. First, you will learn the construction and fitting of a tank bib for various motorcycle models. After cutting the leathers for the top and bottom and doing the stitching line, you will trace the design on the top leather, do the floral carving and learn a new, easier way of embossing the lady. The coloring will be block-cut coloring, antique coloring and shading with airbrush technique. After drying and gluing all single pieces together, and after sewing, you will bevel the leather lace before lacing the edges with a special double loop. The costs include all necessary materials.
Friday-Saturday, 18.-19. OCT, 09.00 - 17.00; 09.00 - 13.00Room 3.05, ROZET
€265Student Limit 8Intermediate to Advanced
Materials to Bring: Various sizes of: smooth bevellers, modeling spoons, pear shaders, camouflages, veiners, back grounders, undercut bevellers, stops and mule foot. Lacing needle, lacing chisel 8048 Craftool, edge beveler #3, edge creaser #3, ruler, stitch groover, hair blades (coarse & fine), paper, pencil, stamping stone, cutting board, head or utility knife, mallet, swivel knife, strop, water bowl/sponge/water sprayer/mister.
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Painting with Acrylics: The SailfishNatalie Orfanidi
In this demonstration workshop, Natalie will demonstrate a variety of acrylic painting techniques. She will discuss paint and color selection, paint brush choice and maintenance, and she will demonstrate techniques that you can apply to any project. Students will be able to observe how Natalie blends colors, adds highlights, shades subjects and the step by step process for completing projects while eliminating the “fear of coloring.”
Friday, 18. OCT, 13.30 - 17.30Room 3.16, ROZET
€85Student Limit 15All skill levels welcome!
Materials to Bring: Note taking materials. Cameras are welcome.
Robert Beard’s Southwest BuckleRobert Beard
This pictorial workshop will explain, demonstrate, and practice the techniques and procedure for creating a belt buckle frame that can fit any belt size or buckle design. We will be carving an American Southwestern scene, with real turquoise, on a custom belt buckle. This will include the techniques on how to carve, emboss, color and assemble this project. Robert and the workshop donors will supply the hardware, leather, finishes and colors.
Thursday, 17. OCT, 09.00 - 17.00Room 3.05, ROZET
€165Student Limit 12All skill levels welcome!
Materials to Bring: Basic equipment: Stamping stone, swivel knife and blade, maul/mallet, stylus, modeling spoon, scalpel and handle, water sprayer/mister, sharp black ink pen, No. 4 pointed paintbrush, artist’s palette, paper towel, toothpicks, small tube of contact cement, white craft glue like Elmer’s or Wilhold type wood glue, 2 pairs of small pliers. Common Tools: Figure bevelers (F-891, F-895, F-896, F-897), small smooth pear shader, B-60 or B-61 under cutter, F-900 or F901 checked matter, 104 checked backgrounder, 902 pointed smooth beveler, F-941. {Pro-Series Tools equivalents: Figure bevelers BF 1 through BF 5, steep bevelers B-3 through B-4.25, lifter L-3, SP-1, SP-2, PS-2 or PS-3, grass blade GB-4, checked matter M-3 and M-0 or M-1, backgrounder BG-3, and bush tool BT-2.} Many of the tools listed can be substituted with other similar types or sizes of tools. Special tools will be available for loan or purchase during or after the workshop.
Materials for this workshop donated/provided by: Hermann Oak Leather Co. andRenia GmbH
Skill Builders: Perfect Edge PaintMichael Dale
In this detailed demonstration, Mike will discuss and demonstrate how to make perfectly smooth edges using the latest edge paints from Fenice or Giardini. Mike will show you the best way to ensure that you get perfect edges every time, and how to avoid the pitfalls of edge paints.
Saturday, 19. OCT, 09.00 - 14.00Room 3.14, ROZET
€85Student Limit 20All skill levels welcome!
Materials to Bring: Note taking materials. Cameras are welcome.
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Slickbald’s 3-D SkullsChris Andre
Together with Slickbald, you will carve a “realistic” skull. The main focus of this workshop will be learning techniques for the more realistic carving 3-D of skulls (without embossing). Slickbald will illustrate many skills that can be used in any style of skull, whether realistic or stylized, human or animal.
Thursday, 17. OCT, 09.00 - 17.00Room 3.07, ROZET
€150Student Limit 10All skill levels welcome!
Materials to Bring: Basic carving tools: swivel knife, strop, fine checkered matters, common beveller, figure bevellers, decorative matters, matter bevellers, small smooth pear shaders, modeling spoon, small lifters, maul/mallet, water sprayer/mister, and a stamping stone. (He will have a limited number of tools to share).
Materials for this workshop donated/provided by: Hermann Oak Leather Co.
Slickbald’s Advanced Carving TechniquesChris Andre
Together with Slickbald, you will make a 3-D, filigreed floral carving with inlaid stones, suitable for framing. While we will focus on 3-D floral tooling techniques, we will also learn to filigree and set stones. Not enough? How about learning how to lay out a perfect meander boarder? More? Resist and antique will also be covered. You cannot get more from a one day workshop!
Wednesday, 16. OCT, 09.00 - 17.00Room 3.07, ROZET
€150Student Limit 10Intermediate to Advanced
Materials to Bring: Basic carving tools: swivel knife, strop, common beveller, figure bevellers, thin veiner, small smooth pear shaders, modeling spoon, horizontal thumbprint, small lifter, 12mm meander stamp, dividers, ruler, filigree chisels, French edger, maul/mallet, water sprayer/mister, and a stamping stone. (He will have a limited number of tools to share).
Materials for this workshop donated/provided by: Hermann Oak Leather Co.
Slickbald’s Carving Realistic RosesChris Andre
Together with Slickbald, you will carve a “realistic” blooming rose. The main focus of this class will be learning techniques for the more realistic carving in any flower. Several techniques in adding depth and dimension to your flowers will be taught as well.
Saturday, 19. OCT, 09.00 - 17.00Room 3.07, ROZET
€150Student Limit 10All skill levels welcome!
Materials to Bring: Basic carving tools: swivel knife, strop, common beveller, figure bevellers, small smooth pear shaders, modeling spoon, thin veiner, undershot bevellers, triangle beveller, maul/mallet, water sprayer/mister, and a stamping stone. (He will have a limited number of tools to share).
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Slickbald’s Leather SuspendersChris Andre
Braces, suspenders, pant hangers...In this workshop, we’ll be making a set of leather braces, or whatever you’d like to call them. Chris will cover fitting the customer, making an alignment jig, and the assembly of your braces.
Friday, 18. OCT, 09.00 - 17.00Room 3.07, ROZET
€225Student Limit 6All skill levels welcome!
Materials to Bring: Students should have their own professional collection of properly shaped, sharpened, and polished tools: pencil, head knife or similar, strop, 4mm round punch, wide French beveller, #2 and/or #3 common edge bevellers, and water sprayer/mister. (He will have a limited number of tools to share).
Materials for this workshop donated/provided by: Die Ledermacher, Hermann Oak Leather Co., Leather Machine Co., Inc., Renia GmbH, and Slickbald Customs
Smart Phone CaseAkiko Okada
Akiko will teach the techniques to construct a beautiful, 5-card pocket phone case, carved in the Sheridan style. This case will fit any smartphone/iPhone. You will attach a slider (provided by Akiko) on the case to make it easy to take pictures with your phone, eliminating the need to cut a hole in the case for the lens. Akiko will explain the Sheridan style, show you how to carve her design, how to dye the background, oil it in, apply lacquer and antique.
Wednesday-Thursday, 16. - 17. OCT, 09.00 - 17.00Room 3.02, ROZET
€330Student Limit 10Advanced
Materials to Bring: Stamping stone, mallet/maul, water sprayer/mister, cutting mat, sharpening equipment, cutting knife, awl, wing dividers, diamond chisel (2mm), needles (small), thread (0,6mm), contact cement, edger (for 2mm thick leather – #2 or #3), stylus, ruler, swivel knife, strop, Sheridan style stamping tools: beveler, thumbprint (smooth, horizontal, small vertical), undershot (small, medium, large), veiner (thin lined and scalloped), leaf liner, bargrounder, camouflage (lined, fluted), mule foot, basket/geometric stamps, etc.
Materials for this workshop donated/provided by: Hermann Oak Leather Co., The Fiebing Company, and Renia GmbH
Stamping Unique Geometric DesignsBarry King
This workshop will consist of basic to advanced designs using your tools. Barry will begin with design overview of placing brands, initials, or floral designs into the geometric patterns. You’ll learn proper usage of tools to create the designs they are meant to create, and then use the same tools to create new designs. There will be open discussion for any questions on finishing projects as well. Barry will have some tools available to use to see what designs can be created with them.
Friday, 18. OCT, 09.00 - 13.00Room 3.16, ROZET
€85Student Limit 12All skill levels welcome!
Materials to Bring: Stamping stone, maul/mallet, water sprayer/mister, ruler, square, stylus, geometric tools, wing dividers, note taking materials and a camera.
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Tool Sharpening & MaintenancePaul Zalesak
This will be a hands-on workshop where you will take the edge of your leather cutting instruments to the sharpening stone. Our primary focus will be putting an edge on your swivel knife, round knife, skiver, trim knife, etc. The idea is for you to develop the skills to effectively and efficiently sharpen your various leathercraft knives to achieve an extremely sharp cutting edge. Fundamental principles and techniques will also be covered briefly. This workshop is designed for the leather crafter who wants to get a consistently sharp edge on all their various leather cutting tools, and will be catered to any skill level – novice to master. We will be covering a lot of information in a short period of time with the goal of getting you comfortable with the use and results of your sharpening media. Each student will receive a copy of “On the Edge”, which is a compilation of articles written by Paul and featured in the Leather Crafters and Saddlers Journal. Note: You can still participate if you don’t have sharpening media, as Paul will have extras available for you to use.
Thursday, 17. OCT, 14.00 - 17.30Room 3.03, ROZET
€85Student Limit 12All skill levels welcome!
Materials to Bring: 3-5 leather cutting instruments (e.g., swivel knife, round knife, trim knife, etc.), your favorite sharpening media (diamond hones or water stones), sharpening fixture for your swivel knife blade, 2”x 4” wide wooden block the length of your sharpening media (to serve as riser block), strop, cutting board, wipe rag(s) and scrap leather pieces for testing.
Materials for this workshop donated/provided by: Leather Wranglers
Youth Workshop by Tandy LeatherGerda van der Stroom
For ages 19 and under.Join Gerda for an introduction to leathercraft! The basics of leather tooling (carving and stamping) will be demonstrated. Students will receive individual help and practice the techniques by completing a small leather project, and will be able to take home a new basic tool kit. Sign up by sending an e-mail to: [email protected] by October 12. Include name(s) of participant(s). Limit: 10 students.
Saturday, 19. OCT, 14.00 - 17.00Room 3.14, ROZET
€0Student Limit 10Beginner
Materials to Bring: All materials and tools will be provided by Tandy Leather.
Materials for this workshop donated/provided by: Tandy Leather
100% Leather Box & Medieval Cases Alpaca Fever! Bobby Park: Advanced Floral Tooling
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Bobby Park: Mastering the Swivel Knife Braided Awl HandleBobby Park: Antiquing, Dyeing & Finishing
Leather Molding with SandHow to Make a Bespoke Leather Jacket Lacemaking & Braiding Techniques
Braided Pendant with Cabochon Inlay Carving a Dutch Landscape Christmas Flower Ornament
Dragon Eye Pendant Hand Stitching TechniquesCrossed Horses in 3-D
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Robert Beard’s Southwest Buckle Skill Builders: Perfect Edge Paint Slickbald’s 3-D Skulls
Slickbald’s Advanced Carving Techniques Slickbald’s Carving Realistic Roses Slickbald’s Leather Suspenders
Mohair Cinch Making
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Mohair Cinch Making
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Monogrammed Round Knife Sheath Motorcycle Tank Bib Painting with Acrylics: The Sailfish
Smart Phone Case Stamping Unique Geometric Designs Tool Sharpening & Maintenance
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Kathy Flanaganstarted her leathercraft career when she was very young with a 4-H project, not knowing what it would lead to many years later. She has become the recipient of prestigious awards, such as the coveted Al Stohlman Award and Master Leather Artisan of the Year from the Academy of Western Artists. Figure carving has become her primary focus, and she is determined to share everything she has learned.
INSTRUCTORSChris “Slickbald” Andreis a professional leather artist and maker in Longmont, Colorado. Chris works mostly in cowboy action and concealed carry gun leather while dabbling in saddles, cowboy trappings and motorcycle gear. Chris is also an active and competitive member of SASS and Cowboy Fast Draw, and is a lifetime competitive shooter. Chris authors a variety of instruction and pattern packs for gun leather and other items as well as offering workshops in holster making and carving and has traveled extensively in Europe, teaching workshops.
Aurélie Avesque-JouanAurélie Avesque-Jouan has been a western saddle maker since 2010. She was taught by Dale Moore in Belgrade, Montana, to build saddles that show concern for both the horse’s and rider’s well-being. She has also been making cinches since then, while keeping the same goal in mind: healthy tool and materials selection and respect for the horse. Since 2016, she has offered (through EQUIMOHAIR, based in France) mohair cords, yarn, hardware, and tools for cinch and tack makers with the goal of developing the awareness of the mohair tack market in Europe. She speaks French and English.
Robert Beardowns Pro Series Tool Company in Farmington, New Mexico, where he specializes in designing and crafting custom leather tools. He is a world-renowned carver, instructor and tool maker and has been a leather artist for over forty years. He was awarded the Al Stohlman Award for Achievement in Leathercraft in 1987.
Michael Daleis an American expat living in Rhodes, Greece. After a 20 year career in law enforcement, a significant portion of which was spent as an instructor, Mike found a passion for leatherwork. Combining leatherwork and education was only natural, and in 2014, Mike founded www.learnleather.com. His mission is to bring quality, affordable leatherwork classes to everyone who wants them, on demand. And drink good coffee.
Armin Dobstetterstarted leatherwork during his 14 years at a local reenactment American Indian Club. With his first Harley-Davidson in 1980, he started to create useful things for his bike, then for the bikes of friends. In 1990, he started his business and today he is one of best leather artists in Europe for seats, saddlebags and various motorcycle gear, working not only on leather with his own designs, but also creating base plates and doing the upholstery. Check out his website at www.customleather.de. Armin speaks German and English.
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Akiko Okadahas taught three types of leathercraft classes in her city for 28 years, and a workshop in two leather companies in Tokyo every year for 7 years. She has taught in the United States, Australia, Taiwan, China and Germany. A regular visitor to Sheridan, she built a full-size and a 1/2-size saddle with Clint Fay in 2007 and 2008. She entered the World Leather Debut every year from 2005-2012, winning blue ribbons seven times. In 2013, she received the Al Stohlman Award for Achievement in Leathercraft, encouraging her to stay with leathercraft for life. She speaks Japanese and English.
Natalie Orfanidiis a Greek physical therapist/leatherworker living on the island of Rhodes. She began leatherwork in late 2013 in the area of archery gear. Since then, she has found a passion for many different styles of leather work, including historical reproductions, belts, wrist cuffs and other personal items. However, her greatest passion is comic and anime art. Natalie combines fine tooling ability and exquisite paint work to bring these characters to life. You can see Natalie’s work on Facebook at EposCustomLeather. She speaks Greek, English, French, Spanish, Japanese and a little Italian.
Bob Parkis a leather tooler and gear maker from Phoenix, Arizona, U.S.A. He has developed a unique floral carving style in the western tradition, earning numerous awards at national shows and exhibitions. In 2015, he was awarded the Al Stohlman Award for Achievement in Leathercraft. His book, Creating Western Floral Designs, is a highly acclaimed tutorial on western tooling patterns, distributed in over 40 countries. He also produces a variety of innovative products designed to improve and enhance leather working for novices and professionals alike.
Barry Kinghas made Sheridan, Wyoming, his lifelong home. From his first leather project as a third grader to an artist in his own right, Barry King has remained true to the Sheridan style of carving. Though the majority of his time is spent developing and perfecting tools to carve and stamp leather, Barry, the 1994 Ann Stohlman Youth Award recipient and owner of Barry King Tools in Sheridan, Wyoming, still finds time to put his own leather tools to work.
Jose (Pepe) Pereiradiscovered leathercraft 20 years ago. He was self-taught, but later took classes from local artisans. He’s been teaching leathercraft at the School of Arts and Crafts (EMAO) in Vigo, Spain, since 2009. Pepe is instrumental in conducting leather art exhibitions in Europe. He lives in Pontevedra, Spain.
Julie Piercehas been sewing by hand for as long as she can remember and on a machine since a 1970 home economics class. In the years since, Julie has made everything from bridal gowns to rodeo royalty wear. Julie first began making leather clothing in 2009, when she completed a leather jacket to wear at the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas. Currently, Julie operates JJ Pierce Co. in Lewiston, Idaho, making bespoke leather garments.
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Jürgen Volbachis a leatherworker from Cologne, Germany, who had his first lessons 30 years ago with the famous boot and saddelmaker, Don Atkinson in Kerrville/Ingram, Texas. He worked with leather every day, making leather designs and toolings and carvings for clients using old and new leather skills. In recent years, he has used modeling tools more and more in his leatherwork, especially with 3-dimensional pieces. Jürgen teaches many workshops in his work space in Cologne and other countries/towns to teach students the different techniques. He speaks German and English.
Gerda van der Stroombegan to work with leather in 1982, focusing on making useful and functional leather art. She does custom work such as designing wall decorations, saddlebags, saddles, cases, belts, jewelry and more, incorporating the individualism and uniqueness of the customer. She teaches workshops in her leather shop and in schools. She organized “Leather 2000”, a large leather show with workshops in Europe, with artists from all over the world. The show inspired an interest in leather in the Netherlands, which is still going strong today. Gerda speaks Dutch and English.
Serge “Bigfoot” Volkenis the 2017 Al Stohlman Award Laureate. He has dedicated his entire adult life to leather, be it as a craftsman, instructor at vocational schools and design schools or a researcher in leather archaeology and explorer of techniques and applications of the craft. The quality of his teachings is based on a thoroughly researched basis and structured to be easily understandable. A glimpse of his sometimes unorthodox teaching methods can be seen on his YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/user/TheBigy52. He speaks French, German, English, Italian and Spanish.
Danielle Roossienhas always been fascinated by leather. In 2010, she discovered the wonderful world of leather crafting and started working with leather, jumping in with “both feet”. She now has a studio in Arnhem, The Netherlands, where she enjoys giving workshops and making custom projects. She also travels quite a bit, giving demonstrations about the art of leather crafting. Danielle speaks Dutch, English and German, and has been instrumental in organizing this show with the Leather Crafters & Saddlers Journal.
Isaac Romerowas born in Madrid, Spain in 1979, and began to play with leather at the age of 14. For about 8 years, he was self-taught. In 2003, he studied leather at the School of Arts and Crafts of Córdoba (Spain), learning techniques such as embossing, incisions, round bulge, guadamecil, and polychromies. In 2005, Isaac became a full-time leather craftsman, returning to his studies in 2013 to earn his Master in Leather Design with the Loewe Foundation.
Paul Zalesakis an award-winning artist who began tooling leather in 1974 under the tutelage of Jimmy Resley from El Paso, TX. His passion for finding a high-performance swivel knife led him to extensive research in the technology and science of metals and metal alloys. In 2006 he started Leather Wranglers Inc. and developed the SK-3 swivel knife. Paul was a college professor for more than 25 years. He authored “On the Edge”, a compilation of articles written for the Leather Crafters & Saddlers Journal, about best sharpening practices.
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WORKSHOP INSTRUCTOR DAY(S) TIME PRICE
100% Leather Box & Medieval Cases Volken WED 09.00 - 17.00 € 150
Alpaca Fever! Flanagan WED-THU 09.00 - 17.00 € 300
Bobby Park: Advanced Floral Tooling Park THU 09.00 - 17.00 € 165
Bobby Park: Antiquing, Dyeing & Finishing Demo. Park FRI 09.00 - 12.00 € 75
Bobby Park: Mastering the Swivel Knife Park WED 09.00 - 17.00 € 165
Braided Awl Handle Romero SAT 09.00 - 15.00 € 175
Braided Pendant with Cabochon Inlay Romero FRI 09.00 - 15.00 € 175
Carving a Dutch Landscape van der Stroom THU 09.00 - 15.00 € 150
Christmas Flower Ornament Pierce WED 14.00 - 17.30 € 100
Crossed Horses in 3-D Volbach FRI-SAT 09.00 - 17.00 € 300
Dragon Eye Pendant Orfanidi SAT 09.00 - 17.00 € 165
Hand Stitching Techniques Roossien THU 09.00 - 13.30 € 125
How to Make a Bespoke Leather Jacket Pierce SAT 13.00 - 17.00 € 135
Lacemaking & Braiding Techniques Roossien WED 09.00 - 13.30 € 125
Leather Molding with Sand Pereira FRI 12.30 - 17.30 € 150
Mohair Cinch Making - Level 1 Avesque-Jouan WED-THU 09.00 - 17.00 € 400
Mohair Cinch Making - Level 2 Avesque-Jouan FRI 09.00 - 17.00 € 250
Monogrammed Round Knife Sheath Dale FRI 09.00 - 17.00 € 170
Motorcycle Tank Bib Dobstetter FRI-SAT SEE PAGE 21 € 265
Painting with Acrylics: The Sailfish Orfanidi FRI 13.30 - 17.30 € 85
Robert Beard’s Southwest Buckle Beard THU 09.00 - 17.00 € 165
Skill Builders: Perfect Edge Paint Dale SAT 09.00 - 14.00 € 85
Slickbald’s 3-D Skulls Andre THU 09.00 - 17.00 € 150
Slickbald’s Advanced Carving Techniques Andre WED 09.00 - 17.00 € 150
Slickbald’s Carving Realistic Roses Andre SAT 09.00 - 17.00 € 150
Slickbald’s Leather Suspenders Andre FRI 09.00 - 17.00 € 225
Smart Phone Case Okada WED-THU 09.00 - 17.00 € 330
Stamping Unique Geometric Designs King FRI 09.00 - 13.00 € 85
Tool Sharpening & Maintenance Zalesak THU 14.00 - 17.30 € 85
Youth Workshop by Tandy Leather van der Stroom SAT 14.00 - 17.00 € 0
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Tips for Students:• Arrive at least 15-30 minutes early at Rozet for your workshop. • Check in at the main entrance and collect your Student Badge & Wristband.• Sharpen your tools.• Bring a light (ie: headlamp).• Bring a small cutting board/stamping stone (required for many workshops).• Bring the supplies for each workshop listed under “Materials to Bring”; all other supplies will be provided for you by the instructor or other companies.• Please do not wear perfumes/cologne in the workshops.
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