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Welted Swell Cover
CourseMaster the art of creating a welted swell cover with expert instruction and easy-to-follow steps. In this course, you'll learn how to ensure the leather fits the swell properly, plus get insider tips for achieving a clean, professional look.
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Bucking Rolls
CourseAdd both function and style to your saddle with custom bucking rolls! In this course, you'll learn how to craft and install bucking rolls with expert guidance. From selecting materials to shaping and attaching them, this course has it all!
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Tool Storage and Maintenance
CourseFrom sharpening to storing, learn how to care for common leathercraft tools. A well-cared-for tool will last longer, saving you money and creating better products.
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Sweat on Swell Cover
CourseIn this course, you'll learn how to determine if your saddle is suitable for a sweat-on swell cover and how to properly install it. Master the techniques needed to achieve a clean, secure fit.
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Saddle Seat Install + Inlay
CourseAdd an element of interest and design to your saddle seat with an inlay. Step-by-step, you'll delve into the techniques that make your saddle standout – from precision cutting and shaping to meticulous placement and finishing touches.
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Full Stirrup Covers
CourseProtect your saddle with beautiful leather stirrup covers. In this project, you will learn how to create a pattern and mold the leather around your stirrup for a truly custom look and feel.
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Make a Valet Tray
CourseCreate a beautiful valet tray (also known as a catchall tray) for your glasses, keys, coins, and other miscellaneous items. Bonus: you will also improve your tooling skills by tooling a sunflower design onto the tray.
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Class: Knife Sharpening
CourseWhether you are a beginner or an expert, a sharp knife is a crucial tool for every leathercrafter. In this class, you'll learn how to keep your blades clean and sharp so they will perform better and last longer.