Lost Trade

In this episode, we visit with Bob Park about how he got started tooling leather and becoming one of the most well known floral designers in the industry.  For many of us that tool leather, we have known of Bob and his teachings as well as read his book on the subject. I really enjoyed hearing his story and learning more about his life in the military in the Special Forces.  He is an interesting c...

In this episode, we visit with William James Brown with William James Leather. I met Willy shortly after moving to Moulton in 2020.  We quickly became friends and I was excited that we could finally have him on the podcast to hear his story and thoughts on social media in our industry. Follow him on Instagram and visit his website at www.williamjamesleather.com

Christopher Andre is the owner of Slickbald Customs where he creates holsters and amazing tooled pieces in the leather craft industry.   In this interview, we here how he got started in leather work as well as how he got involved in competitive shooting sports.  This brought together his love for shooting and holster making for a perfect match. You can see his work on instagram and can also find h...

In this episode, we visit with Nick and Leanne who own and operate Hemlock and Hyde Leather Goods. This husband and wife team create beautiful designer bags, leather accessories and even custom felt hats.  I really enjoyed visiting with them and hearing their story as well as their ideas on the business. You can follow them on Instagram, tiktok, or visit their website at hemlockandhyde.com

In this episode we visit with Nevada Watt.  She is a silver smith and jewelry maker living and working on her husband's family ranch in South Eastern Oregon.  She has a new website that helps to teach cowboy gear trade skills to those wanting to learn.  beamaker.school You can also see her work at nevadawatt.com and Instagram.

In this episode, we visit with Sarah Garvey with Western Skies Handmade. Sarah creates beautiful handbags with a very unique design and style.  We hear how she got started in leatherwork as well as how she operates her business. Be sure to follow her on Instagram or visit her wesite westernskieshandmade.com

Troy Flaharty is a bit and spur maker based out of Hico, TX. A high end bit and spur maker with an amazing talent for silver engraving, Troy also produces a line of Barrel Horse bits used by competitors from all over the country.   Check him out on facebook and instagram or visit his website at flahartybitsspurs.com  

A visit with our good friend Odin Clack with Odin Leather Goods. Way back in episode #3 we sat down with Odin to hear his story.  This was one of our most popular episodes.  Since then he has been super busy growing his business and we thought it would be great to get an update on where OLG is today. Visit his website odinleathergoods.com And be sure to follow him on instagram and facebook.

This episode is an interview with Bruce Cheaney from Gainsville, TX. Bruce is a well known saddle maker who also makes bits and spurs.  Bruce also has a large youtube channel where he shares a lot of content for other craftsmen to benefit from. Visit his website, www.brucecheaney.com,  as well as his social media on instagram and facebook.

In this episode, we had the oppurtunity to visit with Gary Dunshee who owns and operates Big Bend Saddlery in Alpine, TX. His business has a lot of history as one of the oldest big shops in Texas and I couldn't wait to hear his story.   You can find them on Instagram, Facebook, and their website. www.bigbendsaddlery.com

Jason Thigpen is a wood worker and leather worker with many other skills including being a master auto technician. He is the owner and operator of Texas Heritage where he creates beautiful and useful resources for all types of craftsmen. You can find him on Instagram and Facebook as well as his website at www.txheritage.net  

In this episode we visit with Rod Nikkel who had a 20 year career of building some of the finest handmade saddle trees on the market. Listen to Rod's story and how he got into the business of trees.  His website is a powerful resource for all of us saddle makers out there for tree information and saddle fitting. Although he is retired from saddle tree making, he and his wife continue to maintain t...

In this episode we interview Master Engraver Wade Oliver Wilson from Ft. Worth, TX. Wade is a highly skilled engraver specializing in gun engraving.  You can check out his work on his Instagram Page.  His artwork is amazing and there is a lot to look out on his Instagram page.

In this episode, we visit with Jim Linnell who owns and operates Elk Tracks Studio.  Jim has been a well known name in the leather craft community for 40 years or more.   If you are interested in learning leather craft, then Jim is a figure that you have to follow and attend some of his classes.   Jim puts out fantastic content on his instagram and Facebook page as well as his website elktracksstu...

In this episode we sit down with David Bond who owns Lucky B Design.   David is a Traditional Sign Writer originally from ranching country in California and now resides in Waco, TX. I really enjoyed this interview and I think you will as well.   Be sure to check out David's Instagram page to see some of his amazing work.  Just search "Lucky B Design"

In this episode, we visit with Douglas Krause who owns and operates Krause Saddle Company in Patagonia, Arizona. Douglas is an award winning saddle maker with a long career building saddles and leathergoods.  He is also an accomplished horsehair craftsman.  He is well known for his horse hair hitching and horse hair rope making for mecates. Be sure to check him out on Facebook and instagram.

In this episode, we visit with Zephan Parker who owns and operates Parker Boot Company in Downtown Houston, TX. Zephan and his team of craftsman build custom cowboy boots using the knowledge and skills he as spent his career gathering. To learn more about Parker Book Company, visit his website at ParkerBootCompany.com  

In this episode, we had the great opportunity to visit with Chuck Stormes and hear his story through an almost 60 year career as a saddle maker. Chuck is not only a renowned master saddle maker, but he is also one of the founding members of the TCAA or the Traditional Cowboy Arts Association. Give this episode a listen and if you aren't familiar with his work, visit the TCAA website to see some of...

In this episode we have a visit with Nigel Armitage who is a bespoke maker of 30 years from England.   You may already be aware of Nigel's work and if you aren't you will become a big fan of his.  He has a great YouTube Channel and does an amazing job passing on his knowledge of the craft. Enjoy this episode and visit his website at ArmitageLeather.com  You can also see him on Instagram, Facebook,...

In this episode we hear from Jeremiah Watt on saddle making, bit making, hardware design, and how he uses a bicycle to tour the world and our different cultures.   Jeremiah is a big name in the western gear industry and many know and admire his work... both his craftsmanship and business skills. If you are not familiar with Jeremiah Watt, visit his website www.ranch2arena.com  to see all the produ...

In this episode we interview Nancy Martiny who owns and operates Martiny Saddle Co. in Idaho. I loved this interview and getting to know Nancy.  She has a really cool story and tells us all about working with Dale Harwood and her history as a saddle maker. Be sure to visit her website at martinysaddle.com to see some of her amazing work.  Her tooling as well as her eye for design are amazing.  You...

This episode is an interview with Parker who owns Stock and Barrel in Ogden, UT.   If you are YouTube a lot searching for leather craft videos, then you have almost certainly watched some of Parker's videos.  He has a large following on YouTube as well as social media and produces great content.  I really enjoyed sitting down and talking shop with him and think you will as well. Search for Stock a...

In this episode we visit with a Silversmith from Wingate, TX named Baru Forell.  I really enjoyed talking with her and hearing her story and her future goals as she begins building bits. Baru is an avid horseman and a fantastic silver engraver.  After you listen to her interview, be sure to visit www.forellranch.com  to see some of her beautiful silver work. You can also follow her on Facebook and...