Leather Shows For Newbies

The fastest way to grow in any endeavor is to fully immerse yourself. There are events in the leathercraft industry that give you that opportunity. Classes, shopping, and community are all part of the leather show experience.

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Leather Crafters & Saddlers Journal

Illume (Formerly Shop Talk Magazine)

[denissmith]

Wow I’ve been needing a video like this. I’m planning to attend my first show which will be Pendleton this year. Too the week off work and booked my hotel today. I’m really looking forward to the list of classes. I’ve been doing leatherwork for a few years and am self taught watching videos and am planning to take as many as time allows

[augtsu]

Went to my first leather show last year in Prescott. Learned a ton and obtained way more tools than I needed but my skill level rose to the level that I was able to use them.

[timwagster]

I watched Maker's vid on the contest and was absolutely blown away by the youth catagory. Those young folks can do some amazing work. Thank You for all the teachings and videos. 👍😁

[windycrowson]

It was so nice to meet you in Waco. Billy, really enjoyed your class and we can’t wait to see you again at the next show.

[MrAriano]

Me gustan mucho estos vídeos y se aprende bastante de los procesos de fabricación de productos de cueros, saludos cordiales desde Chile 🇨🇱

[Ms_AP_]

Very helpful. I've been doing leatherwork for quite awhile and have never been to a show. It seemed intimidating.

[tdogmullen]

Hey Joe, thanks for the feedback you gave me on my entry to the Last Minute Leather Shoot Out. I really appreciate it

[donallen]

Man, , , I still bang my head against the wall. I don't have time to get to the big shows. Went to Sheridan shows, 3 years ago . Had my boys with me, didn't have a chance to get any extra training. Did realize we wasn't fancy enough, to go to the diner after the show. Living North of Billings Montana, I just do leather for fun. I need to get my products, to look more professional. I'm just a old cowboy that, had to get a job with insurance.

[joroset]

That would be amazing to see, not sure they have any here in Canada