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2 Trade Show Information Page4 Workshop Registration Information5 Workshop Daily Timetable6 List of Workshops by Instructor8 List of Workshops by Subject10 List of Workshops by Title12-27 Workshop Descriptions (alpha by Title)28-31 Instructor Profiles and Pictures31 Rozet/Holiday Inn Inset Map of Arnhem32 Registration Form and Payment

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Tips for Students:• 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

Cancellation Policy• There is a $25 administration fee for cancelling a workshop. (The cost of the workshop will be refunded minus the $25 fee.)

• No refunds after FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2018.

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Instructor Workshops: by INSTRUCTOR Pg Day Time $

Andre Carving Realistic Skulls 16 THU 13.00 - 17.00 $110

Andre De-Mystifying the Stitcher 16 FRI 09.00 - 12.00 $75

Andre Precision Backgrounding & Advanced Carving Tech. 23 THU 09.00 - 12.00 $100

Andre Sheath for a Folding Knife 24 WED 09.00 - 18.00 $195

Avesque-Jouan Mohair Cinch Making 19 WED-THU 09.00 - 18.00 $440

Beard Tree of Life in 3-D 26 WED-THU 09.00 - 17.00 $365

Dale Popeye – Portraiture Tooling in 3-D 22 FRI 09.00 - 17.00 $195

Davenport Youth Workshop by Tandy Leather 27 SAT 13.00 - 16.00 Free

Dobstetter Motorcycle Seat Bobber Style, Miniature 20 FRI-SAT see page 20 $310

Flanagan King of the Jungle 18 SAT 09.00 - 17.00 $195

Flanagan Laughing Kookaburra 19 FRI 09.00 - 17.00 $195

Main Butterfly Scrolls 14 FRI-SAT 09.00 - 17.00 $440

Okada Sheridan Style Decorative Tray 25 THU-FRI 09.00 - 17.00 $365

Orfanidi Carving & Coloring with Acrylics: Det. Sherbun 15 FRI-SAT 09.00 - 17.00 $350

Park Bob Park: Antiquing & Dyeing Demonstration 13 FRI 09.00 - 12.00 $95

Park Bob Park: Swivel Knife Techniques 13 WED 09.00 - 17.00 $195

Park Bob Park: Western Floral Tooling 14 THU 09.00 - 17.00 $195

Roossien Multifunctional Backpack 21 WED-THU 09.00 - 18.00 $415

Skyhorse Carving Feathers Three Ways 16 THU 09.00 - 12.00 $95

Skyhorse Oiling, Coloring, Antiquing & Finishing Your Work 22 THU 13.00 - 16.00 $95

Skyhorse Tooled Belt Buckle with Braided Edge 26 SAT 09.00 - 16.00 $185

Skyhorse Wine Bottle Hanger 27 FRI 09.00 - 16.00 $185

van der Stroom Hinge & Lock Techniques in Leather 17 SAT 09.00 - 16.00 $145

Volbach 3-D Mermaid 12 SAT 09.00 - 18.00 $195

Volken Psychedelic Weaving Design with Bigfoot 24 THU 13.00 - 18.00 $100

Volken The Roots of Design with Bigfoot 25 WED 09.00 - 18.00 $150

Day Key: WED=Wednesday, THU=Thursday, FRI=Friday, SAT=Saturday6

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Subject Workshops: by SUBJECT Instructor Pg $

3-D Tooling 3-D Mermaid Volbach 12 $195

3-D Tooling Carving Realistic Skulls Andre 16 $110

3-D Tooling Popeye – Portraiture Tooling in 3-D Dale 22 $195

3-D Tooling Tree of Life in 3-D Beard 26 $365

Appliqué Butterfly Scrolls Main 14 $440

Braiding/Tooling Tooled Belt Buckle with Braided Edge Skyhorse 26 $185

Cinch Mohair Cinch Making Avesque-Jouan 19 $440

Coloring Carving & Coloring with Acrylics: Det. Sherbun Orfanidi 15 $350

Construction Hinge & Lock Techniques in Leather van der Stroom 17 $145

Construction Motorcycle Seat Bobber Style, Miniature Dobstetter 20 $310

Construction Multifunctional Backpack Roossien 21 $415

Construction Sheath for a Folding Knife Andre 24 $195

Construction Wine Bottle Hanger Skyhorse 27 $185

Design The Roots of Design with Bigfoot Volken 25 $150

Embossing Laughing Kookaburra Flanagan 19 $195

Figure Carving King of the Jungle Flanagan 18 $195

Finishing Bob Park: Antiquing & Dyeing Demonstration Park 13 $95

Finishing Oiling, Coloring, Antiquing & Finishing Your Work Skyhorse 22 $95

Floral Bob Park: Western Floral Tooling Park 14 $195

Floral Sheridan Style Decorative Tray Okada 25 $365

Machine Stitching De-Mystifying the Stitcher Andre 16 $75

Swivel Knife Bob Park: Swivel Knife Techniques Park 13 $195

Tooling/Stamping Carving Feathers Three Ways Skyhorse 16 $95

Tooling/Stamping Precision Backgrounding & Advanced Carving Tech. Andre 23 $100

Tooling/Stamping Psychedelic Weaving Design with Bigfoot Volken 24 $100

Youth Youth Workshop by Tandy Leather Davenport 27 Free


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Workshops: by TITLE Instructor Pg Day Time $

3-D Mermaid Volbach 12 SAT 09.00 - 18.00 $195

Bob Park: Antiquing & Dyeing Demonstration Park 13 FRI 09.00 - 12.00 $95

Bob Park: Swivel Knife Techniques Park 13 WED 09.00 - 17.00 $195

Bob Park: Western Floral Tooling Park 14 THU 09.00 - 17.00 $195

Butterfly Scrolls Main 14 FRI-SAT 09.00 - 17.00 $440

Carving & Coloring with Acrylics: Det. Sherbun Orfanidi 15 FRI-SAT 09.00 - 17.00 $350

Carving Feathers Three Ways Skyhorse 16 THU 09.00 - 12.00 $95

Carving Realistic Skulls Andre 16 THU 13.00 - 17.00 $110

De-Mystifying the Stitcher Andre 16 FRI 09.00 - 12.00 $75

Hinge & Lock Techniques in Leather van der Stroom 17 SAT 09.00 - 16.00 $145

King of the Jungle Flanagan 18 SAT 09.00 - 17.00 $195

Laughing Kookaburra Flanagan 19 FRI 09.00 - 17.00 $195

Mohair Cinch Making Avesque-Jouan 19 WED-THU 09.00 - 18.00 $440

Motorcycle Seat Bobber Style, Miniature Dobstetter 20 FRI-SAT see page 20 $310

Multifunctional Backpack Roossien 21 WED-THU 09.00 - 18.00 $415

Oiling, Coloring, Antiquing & Finishing Your Work Skyhorse 22 THU 13.00 - 16.00 $95

Popeye – Portraiture Tooling in 3-D Dale 22 FRI 09.00 - 17.00 $195

Precision Backgrounding & Advanced Carving Tech. Andre 23 THU 09.00 - 12.00 $100

Psychedelic Weaving Design with Bigfoot Volken 24 THU 13.00 - 18.00 $100

Sheath for a Folding Knife Andre 24 WED 09.00 - 18.00 $195

Sheridan Style Decorative Tray Okada 25 THU-FRI 09.00 - 17.00 $365

The Roots of Design with Bigfoot Volken 25 WED 09.00 - 18.00 $150

Tooled Belt Buckle with Braided Edge Skyhorse 26 SAT 09.00 - 16.00 $185

Tree of Life in 3-D Beard 26 WED-THU 09.00 - 17.00 $365

Wine Bottle Hanger Skyhorse 27 FRI 09.00 - 16.00 $185

Youth Workshop by Tandy Leather Davenport 27 SAT 13.00 - 16.00 Free


WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS

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3-D Mermaid Jürgen VOLBACH

Skill Level: IntermediateYou’ll learn how to transfer the pattern to leather, then mold the leather from the back side, and fill in the hole with leather putty. You will work with modeling tools to shape the mermaid, learn to made the hair structure and the right way to undercut leather parts to give the mermaid a living form. You can either leave the mermaid in its natural state/color, or take it home and finish it any way you prefer. Some materials donated by Hermann Oak Leather Company and Renia GmbH.

Student Should Bring: Stamping stone, mallet, bevelers, backgrounders, fine blade swivel knife, strop, different modeling tools, fine stylus with a ballpoint, and a scalpel with blades.

Saturday, 20. October, 09.00 - 18.00

$195ROZET, Kortestraat 16, Arnhem

3-D Mermaid


Skill Level: All Skill Levels Welcome!In this demonstration you will see Bobby dye, antique and finish a western floral tooled piece of leather. Through the use of close-up cameras, he shares the techniques he uses to produce the finishes he is known for. The demonstration will include: discussion about leather, tooling, oiling the leather, preparing the leather for color, dyeing the background, dyeing the edges, applying Fiebing’s paste antique and final finish coats. Throughout the process he will discuss the tools and methods required for each application. Bobby will also discuss the use of alternative products and methods for comparison purposes. Time permitting, there will be an open question & answer session at the end of the demonstration, where he will answer questions regarding any subject which may interest the class. This is a popular class which fills up quickly! Materials donated by Hermann Oak Leather Company, The Fiebing Company and Bob Park Custom Leather.

Student Should Bring: Note taking materials and a camera.(Bobby’s direct contact info: 602-999-3099 or [email protected]).

Friday, 19. October, 09.00 - 12.00

Bob Park: Antiquing & Dyeing Demonstration Bob PARK


Skill Level: All Skill Levels Welcome!Undoubtedly difficult to master, the swivel knife is the most important tool we employ. Its use is the foundation for every style and type of leather carving. With that in mind, Bobby presents a workshop dedicated completely to the attributes of the swivel knife and the techniques that he employs with it. The instruction will cover everything from basic fundamentals to specialty knives, proper fitting and grip, blade selection and knife manufacturers. And with the aid of close-up cameras streaming live to a large screen, he will demonstrate the techniques used for cutting tooling patterns, performing finish cuts and when ‘free-handing’ decorative Finger Carvings. The discussion will cover line priority, cutting sequences, how to practice, tracing patterns, casing leather and most importantly, sharpening and stropping! Students will learn the fundamentals of making a basic cut and have the opportunity to practice cutting one of his tooling patterns as well as a Finger Carving pattern. As this is not a “project”, there will be no emphasis or pressure to complete the practice patterns. Bob’s focus will be strictly on evaluating each student’s skill level and tailoring comments to help them improve. Time permitting, there will be an open question & answer session at the end of the workshop where Bob will gladly answer questions regarding any subject which may interest the class. Leather donated by Hermann Oak Leather Company.

Student Should Bring: Sharp swivel knives, strop, tracing stylus, small sponge and/or small water spray bottle, sharpening equipment (if you have it), note taking materials, and a camera. Bobby’s book, Creating Western Floral Designs, will be for sale during class.

Wednesday, 17. October, 09.00 - 17.00

Bob Park: Swivel Knife Techniques Bob PARK


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Butterfly Scrolls Peter MAIN

Skill Level: Intermediate/AdvancedHere you will learn Peter’s unique method of preparing and using leather plugs which can be applied to any embossed project. Lots of tricks here in creating this butterfly, which is appliquéd to a background of inverted scrolls. Then have the fun of coloring this piece with spirit dyes, followed by the final assembly with the use of concealed threads. Some materials donated by The Fiebing Company.

Student Should Bring: Fine tracing stylus, swivel knife, swivel knife blades, strop, modeling tool, fine sewing awl, thread and needle, scalpel (no.3 handle and no.11 blades; Feather brand is best), fine/small dividers, cutting mat, white glue (such as Tandy Leather Weld), no.5 round/fine-pointed brushes (a few of best quality) and a shallow-well palette. Peter will have some extra swivel knife blades, modeling tools, and fine/small dividers for you to try.

Friday - Saturday, 19. - 20. October, 09.00 - 17.00


Skill Level: All Skill Levels Welcome!While 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. This workshop is designed to do just that. In general, topics will include casing the leather, carving solutions, swivel knife and stamping tool selection. I will talk about a variety of the techniques that I employ on my own projects which are not commonly found in much of the existing instructional literature, such as creating texture and highlights in consideration of the final finishes to be used. And with the aid of close-up cameras and a large screen, each student will have the opportunity to observe these techniques, first-hand. Discussion will also include the importance of the cutting sequence as well as when not to cut, tooling sequences, 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, there will be no emphasis or pressure to complete the practice patterns. My Focus will be strictly on evaluating each student’s skill level and tailoring comments to help them improve. Time permitting, there will be an open question & answer session at the end of the workshop where Bob will gladly answer questions regarding any subject which may interest the class. Registrants/students will receive a tool list via e-mail prior to the workshop. Leather donated by Hermann Oak Leather Company.

Student Should Bring: Stamping tools, stamping surface, swivel knife, strop, maul/mallet of choice, tracing stylus, small sponge or water spray bottle, note pad & pencil, camera. Bobby’s book, Creating Western Floral Designs, will be for sale during class.

Thursday, 18. October, 09.00 - 17.00

Bob Park: Western Floral Tooling Bob PARK



Carving & Coloring with Acrylics: Detective Bun Sherbun Natalie ORFANIDI

Skill Level: All Skill Levels Welcome!Whimsical animals have been the subject matter of art for hundreds of years. In this workshop, Natalie will teach students how to create life-like details on Detective Bun Sherbun by Carol Philips. On Friday morning, Natalie will demonstrate how to create detailed fur textures, clothing folds, beveling and matting, and how to properly prepare the subject for painting.The rest of the workshop will be focused on painting with acrylics. Natalie will show students how to use acrylic paint to give an already life-like carving some breathtaking color. The techniques will include: perfect blending, shading, adding highlights and “shine” to your project. Natalie will also teach students how to paint fur in a manner that adds depth and dimension to Detective Bun.In addition to the above techniques, Natalie will discuss proper paint selection, which brushes to use and how to find the perfect hue for each section of the painted piece. Some materials donated by Hermann Oak Leather Company.

Student Should Bring: Paint brushes (medium and fine plus some extra fine for details), paint tray, modeling spoon, swivel knife, strop, figure bevelers, matters, backgrounding tools of your choice, steep bevelers, a hair blade, mallet or maul, stamping stone, tracing stylus, a spray bottle for casing the leather with water.

Friday - Saturday, 19. - 20. October, 09.00 - 17.00


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De-Mystifying the Stitcher Chris “Slickbald” ANDRE

Skill Level: All Skill Levels Welcome!If you have ever been stumped by your sewing machine, are the proud owner of a new stitcher, or are planning on purchasing a stitcher, this workshop is for you. Chris “Slickbald” Andre will cover setting up a Class 4 Cobra cylinder arm machine (or similar), finding “home”, tension and thread weights, and go over the accessories as well. Many applications will be demonstrated. Questions are encouraged and students will have the opportunity to practice with the stitchers on hand. Stitchers provided by Leather Machine Company.

Student Should Bring: Questions and note taking materials.

Friday, 19. October, 09.00 - 12.00


Carving Realistic Skulls Chris “Slickbald” ANDRE

Skill Level: All Skill Levels Welcome!Together with Slickbald, you will carve a “realistic” skull. The main focus of this workshop will be learning techniques for more realistic carving of anything, not just skulls. Several techniques in adding depth and dimension to your carvings will be demonstrated. Students will carve a 3-D skull on a card wallet that can be finished at home. Some materials donated by Hermann Oak Leather Company.

Student Should Bring: Swivel knife, strop, stamping stone, basic carving tools, mallet, fine-checkered matters, figure bevelers, decorative matters, matter bevelers, small/smooth pear shaders, modeling spoon, small lifters, maul, stone. (Chris will have a limited number of tools to share).



Carving Feathers Three Ways Lisa SKYHORSE

Skill Level: All Skill Levels Welcome!Master carver Lisa Skyhorse will show various techniques of carving feathers. This will involve using the swivel knife, beveling and texturing. Lisa will demonstrate feathers carved in both realistic and stylized techniques. Students will also learn design layout and work on drawing their own patterns. This will include border designs to put a finished touch on their work. Each student will produce a finished panel of leather that can be oiled, colored, and mounted in the afternoon session. Students can also paint their feathers if desired. Some materials donated by Hermann Oak Leather Company and The Fiebing Company.

Student Should Bring: Swivel knife, strop, stamping stone, stamping and beveling tools, mallet, sharpening stone, edgers, reference material for design work, tracing paper, pencil and a small paintbrush.




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Hinge & Lock Techniques in Leather Gerda VAN DER STROOM

Skill Level: All Skill Levels Welcome!This workshop will help you understand some of the techniques used for incorporating hinges and locks in your leather projects. You’ll make two items: a mobile phone cover (iPhone/Android) and a bracelet. Some materials donated by Hermann Oak Leather Company, Tandy Leather and Echt Leer – William Kooy.

Student Should Bring: Essential TPU case for smartphone (artificial case/shell for the phone), utility knife, sharp scissors, bone folder, lacing tools (awl, chisels) and stitching tools (awl, needles, overstitch wheel).



Carving Feathers Three Ways Hinge & Lock Techniques in Leather

King of the Jungle Laughing Kookaburra

Mohair Cinch Making


King of the Jungle Kathy FLANAGAN

Skill Level: All Skill Levels Welcome!King of the Jungle is a great class if you’re looking to improve your hairing techniques. An African lion has numerous hair lengths. To create the most realistic hair, the “one hair at a time” technique is the most valuable. You will also learn how to get the depth, which is so important in realistic carvings. Painting is included in this class. Learn about the importance of shadowing and contrast to make your lion come alive. Come join me for the most fun type of learning available. Supplies donated by Hermann Oak Leather Company and Renia GmbH.

Student Should Bring: Styluses (normal and smooth point), modeling spoon, swivel knife and strop, bevelers and matting tools (smooth and checkered, various sizes), pear shaders (smooth, various sizes), undercut beveler, F895, F902 or F902/-02, paint brushes (round, small- to medium-sized), mallet, stamping stone and a weight to hold down the leather (like a shot bag).



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Mohair Cinch Making Aurélie AVESQUE-JOUAN

Skill Level: Beginner/IntermediateParticipants 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”). 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 regarding the finished length and/or the number of strands. We will also see some specific patterns like the “checkerboard” and/or “toothpick” and how to start a bi-color body cinch.Special explanations will be made regarding the importance of the technical aspects and their impact on the horse, as well as the fitting of a cinch (length/width) and its impact on the horse.All supplies (mohair and hardware) and tools (frame, scissors, needle) are provided by EQUIMOHAIR and participants will leave with their own cinch. We will review the different kind of hardware available on the market.If the students are done with their cinch before the end of the 2 days, we can discuss other subjects (ropers/English cinches, or a specific topic that interests them) or, if there is enough time, they can learn and make a dressage English girth (80 cm max) {with an extra 45€ fee for the additional materials}.Workshop is provided in English and/or French. Upon completion, students will be able to “autonomously” build a tied cinch and will be able to make mohair tack for their own need or for business.Mohair is hypoallergenic, comfortable and breathable for the horse. It is really strong and easy to care for.

Student Should Bring: Note taking materials, camera, floor cushion (because you may prefer to work sitting on the floor vs. a chair).

Wednesday - Thursday, 17. - 18. October, 09.00 - 18.00



Laughing Kookaburra Kathy FLANAGAN

Skill Level: All Skill Levels Welcome!Have you ever done any plug embossing? This technique is a great way to make your carvings pop...literally. The Kookaburra, a king fisher of Australia, is best done with a plug made with two layers. This provides the carving with enough depth to give it an excellent 3-dimensional appearance. The bird also provides different kinds of feathers to sharpen your feathering skills. On top of all that, learn to paint with a dry brushing method that makes your Kookaburra come alive! Supplies donated by Hermann Oak Leather Company and Renia GmbH.

Student Should Bring: Styluses (normal and smooth point), modeling spoon, swivel knife and strop, bevelers and matting tools (smooth and checkered, various sizes), pear shaders (smooth, various sizes), E375, F895, F902, paint brushes (small round), mallet, stamping stone, sharp scissors/knife, skiving knife and a weight to hold down the leather (like a shot bag).

Friday, 19. October, 09.00 - 17.00


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Motorcycle Seat Bobber Style, Miniature Armin DOBSTETTER

Skill Level: IntermediateIn this workshop, you will build up a miniature motorcycle seat in the Bobber Style. First, Armin will show you how to build the base plate, add the foam and make the seat waterproof. This is followed by cutting leather for the top and the bottom, tracing the design onto the seat, and carving and stamping the design. Then, the top leather will be formed on the seat and glued in place, and the edges will be pressed, cut and rounded, then prepared for sewing. Armin will show you his methods for rounding, slicking and finishing the edges.While the seat is drying, you will carve the background leather on which the seat will be mounted. You’ll finish by adding color and mounting the seat onto the background leather. (It is possible to enlarge these patterns to build up a life-sized motorcycle seat.) Stitchers for this workshop provided by Leather Machine Company.

Student Should Bring: Maul/mallet, round or utility knife, swivel knife with 3/8” (10mm) blade, strop, sponge, water bowl, ruler, modeling spoons, small pointed divider, round edge slicker, piece of Cordura or canvas, tracing stylus (or good ball pen), edgers no. 3 & 4, paper towels, artist’s palette, good pointed brushes, fine + rough sandpaper, smooth bevelers (B935, B203, B200), steep beveler (if available), matting tools (E386, M881, M882, M884), undercut beveler B60, figure carving tools (F895 & F896), pear shader P208, 3-D stamp 8671 or 8693 (if available), bone folder, cutting board and stamping stone (see page 4 for traveling board/stone combo).

Friday, 19. October, 09.00 - 17.00 plus Saturday, 20. October, 09.00 - 13.00


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Multifunctional Backpack Danielle ROOSSIEN

Skill Level: IntermediateIn this workshop we will be making a complete, multifunctional backpack in two days. You will make the full backpack by hand out of three different types of leather. The pattern will be provided and will show all the holes and cuts that need to be made. The techniques we will use are all basic, but combined, it will be a bit more intermediate, because it is a lot of work. This workshop involves mainly cutting, measuring and stitching, while working neatly and in detail is required. You will be able to make a fully handmade bag in two days using mainly standard techniques, but by combining them in this multifunctional bag we will learn a lot about construction and assembly.One of the most important aspects is thinking about the right working order and preparing your materials and tools. You will have the choice to stitch or braid the edges and there will be multiple leather colors to choose from to make it “your” bag. This bag will look quite simple in the end, but the design is rather ingenious. Using a single strap, you will be able to turn the backpack into a shoulder bag or hand bag. While using it as a backpack, the same single strap will make sure the bag is totally locked and no break-ins can occur. If you have never touched leather before, this workshop will be a difficult one. When you know a little you should be fine; you might not be able to finish the stitching completely in class, but you can easily finish the job at home. Some materials donated by Hermann Oak Leather Company, Tandy Leather and Echt Leer – William Kooy.

Student Should Bring: Rotary cutter, scalpel, skiving/head knife, strop, swivel knife, mallet, bevelers (regular and small), your favorite backgrounder(s), diamond hole chisel 5/32 (or 1/8) [or awl if you are used to working with it], 1/8 lacing chisel (if you are braiding), stitching pony (if you have one), round drive punch (size 4 [3.9 mm]), rotary drive punch (if you have one), oblong punch (size 11 [25mm x 4mm]), wing divider, scratch awl, edge slicker, edge beveler, groove puller/v-gouge, an old toothbrush, cutting board and stamping stone (see page 4 for traveling board/stone combo).




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Oiling, Coloring, Antiquing & Finishing Your Work Loren SKYHORSE

Skill Level: All Skill Levels Welcome!Loren Skyhorse will demonstrate how to apply color to your work. He will be using darkened oils and antiquing to achieve a rich and high contrast finish. His technique makes antiquing reliable and effortless. If you have completed the morning feather carving workshop (Carving Feathers Three Ways), you may finish your piece here and build it into a leather tray. If you have not participated in the morning workshop, you may bring an unfinished piece to complete. This workshop highlights Loren’s method of using darkened oils, antiquing and finish to achieve the “Skyhorse” look! Some materials donated by Hermann Oak Leather Company, Tandy Leather and The Fiebing Company.

Student Should Bring: Rubber gloves, paper towels, daubers, 1/2” paintbrush and a rotary hole punch.



Popeye – Portraiture Tooling in 3-D Michael DALE

Skill Level: All Skill Levels Welcome!Portraiture is one of the most difficult aspects of leather tooling. Mike will teach you how to carve facial features in 3-D, using the iconic figure of Popeye. Mike will explain how to approach difficult areas such as noses, eyes and lips in a clear, methodical way that eliminates guesswork and provides recognizable results.In addition to learning Mike’s techniques for basic tooling and standard facial carving, he will explain how to apply the techniques to other images and how to properly manipulate images digitally to get the best results in leather. Mike will also discuss tool choice and explain how to transfer images to leather for the best results while carving. Mike will also demonstrate his process of embossing leather and how to apply it to your carving without distorting the image and how to support the image from behind using a hybrid plug system.Students should leave with a fully tooled and embossed facial portrait and the skills to apply the techniques at home by the end of the day. Some materials donated by Hermann Oak Leather Company and Renia GmbH.

Student Should Bring: Figure bevelers (large, medium and small), steep bevelers (checkered and smooth, small and medium), matting tools of your choice, background tools of your choice, a variety of seeders (optional), steep figure bevelers (smooth), cutting board and stamping stone (see page 4 for traveling board/stone combo). Optional but highly recommended: Swivel knife with low angle blade (preferred), mallet or maul, sharp knives (round knife, trim knife), modeling spoon, modeling ball, Pro petal lifter, pencil/stylus, tooling stone, cutting surface, strop, spray bottle for water, glass slicker (optional).

Friday, 19. October, 09.00 - 17.00


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Precision Backgrounding & Advanced Carving Tech. Chris “Slickbald” ANDRE

Skill Level: All Skill Levels Welcome!In this workshop, many advanced carving and backgrounding techniques will be demonstrated, highlighting ways to create more depth and a “3-D” look in your carvings. While this is mostly a demonstration, students are encouraged to bring their carving tools to “play along” in class. Leather donated by Hermann Oak Leather Company.

Student Should Bring (if desired): Basic carving tools, swivel knife, strop, fine-checkered matters, figure bevelers, bar grounders and decorative matters, matter bevelers, veiner, small, smooth pear shaders, modeling spoon, maul and a stamping stone. (Chris will have a limited number of tools to share).



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Psychedelic Weaving Design with Bigfoot Serge “Bigfoot” VOLKEN

Skill Level: All Skill Levels Welcome!Create eye dazzling basket weave designs from scratch with no other special tools than a swivel knife and bevelers. You will start with pen and paper, learning some formulas. These formulas will be applied on different grids creating a wide variety of possibilities. As to the practical part of carving we will explore highly efficient ways to fill space with woven textures. Some materials donated by Gentle Craft, Hermann Oak Leather Company and Shoemuseum Lausanne, Switzerland.

Student Should Bring: Soft pencil (3B or 5B), pencil sharpener, ruler, colored pencils, rawhide hammer or maul, swivel knife, strop, bevelers, matting tools, pear shaders and whatever other carving tool you fancy. *NO BASKET WEAVE STAMPS*




Sheath for a Folding Knife Chris “Slickbald” ANDRE

Skill Level: All Skill Levels Welcome!Together with Slickbald you will discuss, design, and make sheaths for folding knives (65mm-100mm) which you bring to class. We will cover styles of sheaths, their construction techniques, fitting, leather selection and more. Some materials provided by Hermann Oak Leather Company, Leather Machine Company, and Renia GmbH.

Student Should Bring (if desired): Knife (for which to make the sheath), pencil, straight edge, head knife or similar, strop, a #5 or #6 French edger/skiver, #3 and #5 common edge bevelers, 8mm round punch, edge slicker, wing dividers and a cutting surface.



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The Roots of Design with Bigfoot Serge “Bigfoot” VOLKEN

Skill Level: All Skill Levels Welcome!It’s about being creative as opposed to being able to draw by nature. Just because you can’t draw doesn’t mean you can’t be creative – quite the contrary! We will explore the roots of design: how to determine design space, talking about design elements, their distribution in space, visual balance, etc. and furthermore how to make modern and abstract designs. Add another facet to the art of decorating leather, thus widening the spectrum of applied arts on leather. Have some leather work projects that speak to a wider range of people than the usual crowd. My goal is to give you a tool box that is useful for thousands of future projects instead of making something pretty to bring back home. Some materials donated by Gentle Craft and Shoemuseum Lausanne, Switzerland.

Student Should Bring: Soft pencil (3B or 5B), pencil sharpener, ruler and colored pencils.



Sheridan Style Decorative Tray Akiko OKADA

Skill Level: Intermediate/AdvancedStudents will learn tooling techniques for several kinds of flowers and how to make the stems flow in the pattern. Akiko will show you how to apply dye, oil, lacquer, antique and Tan-Kote. This tray is molded by hand, then hand sewed and given clean edges. Some materials donated by Hermann Oak Leather Company and The Fiebing Company.

Student Should Bring: Swivel knife, strop, mallet/maul, stamping tools for Sheridan style (such as Barry King’s undershot, checkered beveler, camouflage, smooth & horizontal & vertical thumbprints – lined & scalloped, lined veiner, some flower centers, backgrounders, seeders...), stylus, edger, stamping stone, sponge or water sprayer, brush, divider, stitching chisel, leather sewing needle and thread.

Thursday - Friday, 18. - 19. October, 09.00 - 17.00



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Tooled Belt Buckle with Braided Edge Lisa and Loren SKYHORSE

Skill Level: All Skill Levels Welcome!Lisa and Loren Skyhorse will guide students through the process of making a leather belt buckle. Lisa will coach you through design and tooling and Loren will instruct you on coloring and finishing. You will finish the edge of your buckle by learning the beautiful edge braiding that Loren is famous for. Some materials donated by Hermann Oak Leather Company, Tandy Leather, The Fiebing Company and Renia GmbH.

Student Should Bring: Swivel knife, strop, stamping and beveling tools, mallet, stamping stone, rotary hole punch, rubber gloves, tracing paper, pencil, small and tapered artist’s brush, head knife or utility knife and an edger.



Tree of Life in 3-D Robert BEARD

Skill Level: All Skill Levels Welcome!Using the symbolic Tree of Life for inspiration, Robert will break down the steps of this 3-dimensional carving into the necessary, easy-to-understand steps, which can then be applied to many other projects. From drawing to carving to coloring, watch this special scene come to life. Special emphasis will be placed on Robert’s unique coloring style and bringing the tree into 3-D. Finally, you will be given tips for finishing this project for presentation/framing. Some materials donated by Hermann Oak Leather Company, The Fiebing Company and Renia GmbH.

Student Should Bring: Swivel knife and blades, strop, scalpel/very sharp or pointed knife, maul/mallet, stamping and beveling tools of your choice, stylus, modeling spoon, foliage tool for leaves/Pro Series F1, F916 grass blade/Pro Series GB4, bevelers (figure bevelers if you have them), checkered backgrounder/Pro Series M3, medium veiner, medium square smooth beveler, triangular beveler (902)/Pro Series SP2, #4 pointed paintbrush, artist’s palette, white paper, pencil and cutting board and stamping stone (see page 4 for traveling board/stone combo). Robert will have Pro Series Tools for students to try/purchase.



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Wine Bottle Hanger Lisa and Loren SKYHORSE

Skill Level: All Skill Levels Welcome!Lisa and Loren Skyhorse will guide students through the process of building a hanging wine holder for 4 bottles. This will include cutting out the patterns, drawing and tooling, stitching, coloring and finishing the wine hanger. This beautiful hanger could also hold magazines, towels, etc. The finished piece is 4” wide by 40” long, so there is lots of room for decoration. Lisa will guide you through design and carving. Loren will instruct you through construction, coloring and finishing. Some materials donated by Hermann Oak Leather Company, Leather Machine Company, Renia GmbH and The Fiebing Company.

Student Should Bring: Swivel knife, strop, stamping and beveling tools, mallet, head knife/utility knife, #2 edger, paper/tracing paper, pencil, a special concho (1 or 2) for decoration, rubber gloves and cutting board and stamping stone (see page 4 for traveling board/stone combo).

Friday, 19. October, 09.00 - 16.00


Youth Workshop by Tandy Leather Charlie DAVENPORT

Skill Level: Beginner, for ages 19 and underJoin Charlie 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 18. Include name(s) of participant(s). Limit: 20 students. All materials and tools will be provided by Tandy Leather.Charlie Davenport is the Research and Development Director, an artist and product designer who has worked for Tandy Leather for over 15 years. Charlie pursued a Fine Arts background before joining the Tandy Leather team and teaches leathercraft classes around the world.


FREE/GRATISROZET, Kortestraat 16, Arnhem

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Kathy FlanaganWhen she was very young, Kathy started her leathercraft career as 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.

Aurélie Avesque-Jouanhas been a western saddle maker since 2010. She was taught by Dale Moore in Belgrade, Montana, to build saddles that respect the horse. About the same time, she learned to make western mohair cinches from Darin Alexander with the same goal: making cinches that were good for both the horse and rider. Since 2016, she has offered (through EQUIMOHAIR – based in France) mohair cords and yarns, hardware and tools for cinch and tack makers in order to help to develop the mohair tack market in Europe. Aurélie 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 OkadaAkiko has 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 OrfanidiNatalie Orfanidi is a Greek physical therapist/leatherworker living on the island of Rhodes in the South Aegean. 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.

Danielle RoossienLeather has always fascinated Danielle. 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.

Lisa and Loren Skyhorselive and work in Durango, Colorado. They have been a full-time saddle making team since 1974. Together, they have built over 1000 custom pleasure, trail and show saddles, as well as furniture, accessories and art pieces. Another passion of theirs is to build “collection saddles”, which are pieces of ride-able art. A recent project involved casting one of their collection saddles in bronze – twice. You can view their work on www.skyhorse.com.

Peter MainPeter Main got his start in graphic design in Sydney, Australia. After 25 years in graphic design, in 1995 he immersed himself in his art and taught himself leather design, artistry and construction. He has made everything from delicate jewelry to cases to boots, and has mastered the arts of fine hand-sewing, text on leather, and coloring. Peter has diligently instructed others in these skills for decades. In 1999, Ann Stohlman presented Peter with the Al Stohlman Award for Achievement in Leathercraft.

Bob ParkBobby has developed a unique carving style in the western tradition, earning numerous awards at national shows and exhibitions. In 2015, he received the Al Stohlman Award for Achievement in Leathercraft. In addition to his leatherwork, Bobby is the author of Creating Western Floral Designs, a highly acclaimed instruction on creating western tooling patterns, which is distributed in over 40 countries. He is also a regular contributor to the Leather Crafters and Saddlers Journal. Bobby also produces a variety of innovative products designed to improve and enhance leather working for novices and professionals, alike. Be sure to stop by his booth at the trade show!

Rozet:Kortestraat 16, Arnhem

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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 StroomGerda’s full name is Gerda van der Stroom-de Jong. She began to work with leather in 1982, with her main interest being to make useful and functional leather art. She does a lot of custom work such as designing wall decorations, saddlebags, saddles, cases, belts, jewelry and more. She enjoys incorporating the individualism and uniqueness of the person who commissions the item. To promote the art of leather working in the Netherlands, 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” VolkenThe Al Stohlman Award Laureate 2017 Serge Volken a.k.a. Bigfoot 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.

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3-D Mermaid Volbach 12 SAT 09.00 - 18.00 $195

Bob Park: Antiquing & Dyeing Demonstration Park 13 FRI 09.00 - 12.00 $95

Bob Park: Swivel Knife Techniques Park 13 WED 09.00 - 17.00 $195

Bob Park: Western Floral Tooling Park 14 THU 09.00 - 17.00 $195

Butterfly Scrolls Main 14 FRI-SAT 09.00 - 17.00 $440

Carving & Coloring with Acrylics: Detective Bun Sherbun Orfanidi 15 FRI-SAT 09.00 - 17.00 $350

Carving Feathers Three Ways Skyhorse 16 THU 09.00 - 12.00 $95

Carving Realistic Skulls Andre 16 THU 13.00 - 17.00 $110

De-Mystifying the Stitcher Andre 16 FRI 09.00 - 12.00 $75

Hinge & Lock Techniques in Leather van der Stroom 17 SAT 09.00 - 16.00 $145

King of the Jungle Flanagan 18 SAT 09.00 - 17.00 $195

Laughing Kookaburra Flanagan 19 FRI 09.00 - 17.00 $195

Mohair Cinch Making Avesque-Jouan 19 WED-THU 09.00 - 18.00 $440

Motorcycle Seat Bobber Style, Miniature Dobstetter 20 FRI-SAT see page 20 $310

Multifunctional Backpack Roossien 21 WED-THU 09.00 - 18.00 $415

Oiling, Coloring, Antiquing & Finishing Your Work Skyhorse 22 THU 13.00 - 16.00 $95

Popeye – Portraiture Tooling in 3-D Dale 22 FRI 09.00 - 17.00 $195

Precision Backgrounding & Advanced Carving Techniques Andre 23 THU 09.00 - 12.00 $100

Psychedelic Weaving Design with Bigfoot Volken 24 THU 13.00 - 18.00 $100

Sheath for a Folding Knife Andre 24 WED 09.00 - 18.00 $195

Sheridan Style Decorative Tray Okada 25 THU-FRI 09.00 - 17.00 $365

The Roots of Design with Bigfoot Volken 25 WED 09.00 - 18.00 $150

Tooled Belt Buckle with Braided Edge Skyhorse 26 SAT 09.00 - 16.00 $185

Tree of Life in 3-D Beard 26 WED-THU 09.00 - 17.00 $365

Wine Bottle Hanger Skyhorse 27 FRI 09.00 - 16.00 $185

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