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THE INTERNATIONAL INTERNET LEATHERCRAFTERS’ GUILD, INC.

CURRENT OFFICERS SHOW COMMITTEE

Ron Ross – President Paul Brinegar – Show Co-Chair Tom Barkley – Vice President Paul Zalesak – Show Co-Chair Pat Hay – Secretary/Treasurer Jim Hay – Competition Chair Ruth Barkley – Webmaster Randy Cornelius – Classes Chair Marc Bradshaw – Vendors Chair Jan Herrbach – Awards Chair Paul Brinegar – Raffle Chair

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Welcome Letter ........................................................................................... 1

Show Events ............................................................................................ 2, 3

Class Details ........................................................................................... 4 - 6

Class Schedule ........................................................................................ 7, 8

Dealers ........................................................................................................ 9

Event Contributors ..................................................................................... 10

Raffle Donors ....................................................................................... 11, 12

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WELCOME TO ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO!

The International Internet Leathercrafters’ Guild would like to welcome you to the 2011 Leather Fiesta. We are thrilled that you have come to enjoy the festivities!

Let the party begin as our show kicks off on Thursday with a Welcome Reception and entertainment by “Rock Bottom Blues” from Taos, New Mexico.

There are lots of things going on throughout the show – classes, games, contests, and demonstrations – something for everyone.

• We have a nice mix of classes with something for everyone. Get to spend time with some of our leathercraft greats as they share their knowledge and expertise.

• The Raffle Table will have lots of cool stuff so buy plenty of tickets. • Stop at the Guild Displays and cast your vote for your favorite one. • The dealers will also be here – see what they’ve got to offer. • The Competition Room will be open Saturday morning for your drooling pleasure and

picture taking. • The Swap Meet will be a fun time to bring your items to sell or barter.

We’re planning a very special Banquet and Awards Ceremony on Saturday – it will be a night to remember! The Mariachi group “Nuevo Sonido” will entertain you as you enjoy a savory buffet filled with New Mexico flavors. We have also prepared a few special awards that many will be proud to receive as we all celebrate together.

There’s so much to see and do in “The Land of Enchantment,” and we want you to enjoy every minute of your visit. Take a ride on the Sandia Peak Aerial Tramway, or sail the sky in a hot air balloon flight; take a stroll through Old Town, or ride the Rail Runner to Santa Fe. Try the chile, red or green – or Christmas if you want both! If you want to go shopping, the Coronado Mall and ABQ Uptown are less than a mile away. It’s important to note that Albuquerque has an elevation of over 5000 feet. Because the air is thinner, you may become tired faster. Please drink a lot of water to keep your body hydrated – this is a desert climate!

We are immensely grateful to everyone that worked on putting the show together – the other committee chairs, the guild members, and our volunteers that came from near and far. We put a lot of heart and effort into bringing you a great show.

Again, from all of us at the IILG, welcome and let’s party!

Paul Brinegar Paul Zalesak

IILG/IFoLG Show Co-Chairs

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SHOW EVENTS

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12

8:00 am – Day 1 Classes Begin – Instructors: Chan Geer, Akiko Okada, Alex Madson, Roz Kaohn, Jessie Smith, & Lui Rayon

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13

8:00 am – Day 2 Classes Begin – Instructors: Chan Geer, Akiko Okada, Alex Madson, Bob Beard, Roz Kaohn, Lui Rayon, & Ann Ross

12:00 noon – Registration Opens

7:00 pm – Welcome Reception @ the Grand Ballroom Entertainment by Rock Bottom Blues Band. Hors d’oeuvres and Cash Bar

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14

8:00 am – Day 3 Classes Begin – Instructors: Chan Geer, Akiko Okada, Brad Martin, Kren Siems, Al Gould, Jim Linnell, Roz Kaohn, & Kathy Flanagan

9:00 am – Dealer Room Opens @ the Sandia Ballroom.

Guild Displays, Raffle Table, & Social and Demo Area open @ the Grand Ballroom.

Demonstrations & Impromptu Classes: We encourage folks to sign up and give a demonstration or a brief class in the open Guild Display area. We have a white board posted there, so sign up and/or check it out throughout the show to see what’s been added.

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SHOW EVENTS (CONTINUED)

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14 (CONTINUED)

IFoLG Competition – This year, like those before, we will be hosting the annual IFoLG competition. We have a new category added this year: Motorcycle Gear & Accessories. Our Head Judge, Bob Beard, will be collecting judges and scribes on Friday. All competition pieces must be registered by 5:00 pm on Friday. The judging will commence promptly at 6:00 pm.

6:00 pm – Competition Judging begins.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15

8:00 am – Last day of Classes Begin – Instructors: Randy Cornelius, Chan Geer, Karen Siems, Al Gould, & Bob Klenda

9:00 am – Competition Room Open to Public

5:00 pm – Pre-Banquet Entertainment by Nuevo Sonido @ the Grand Ballroom. Cash Bar will be available.

6:00 pm – Banquet– enjoy a savory New Mexican Buffet.

7:00 pm – Awards Ceremony begins.

10:00 pm – Swap Meet @ the Grand Ballroom. Bring your items to sell or barter. We also encourage everyone to bring projects to work on.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 16

8:00 am – Board of Governors’ Meeting @ the Santa Fe room

9:00 am – Pick up Competition pieces

11:00 am – Raffle – This is the last event of the show. Lots of cool stuff will be available to win, so don’t miss it!

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CLASS LISTING (ALPHABETICAL ORDER – BY INSTRUCTOR)

Figure Carving a Southwest Theme In this class Bob will teach you how to figure carve a Southwest theme.

Instructor: BOB BEARD Cost: $75 Location: Salon J Thursday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Making Leather Cases In this class you will learn how to make a leather case for just about anything. A step-by-step presentation will show how to make wooden molds for forming leather cases as well as other methods.

Instructor: RANDY CORNELIUS Cost: $25 Location: Salon G Saturday 8:00 am – 12 noon

Saddle Repair and Restoration In this class Bob Klenda and Randy Cornelius team up and go over a PowerPoint presentation on saddle repair and restoration.

Instructor: RANDY CORNELIUS & BOB KLENDA

Cost: $45

Location: Taos Saturday 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm Realistic Facial Features Do you have trouble getting that sparkle in your tooled eyes? You can't get the cavities out of your pearly whites? This workshop will clear up your concerns and questions on eyes, ears, mouths and noses. Hair textures and skin wrinkles will also be covered.

Instructor: KATHY FLANAGAN Cost: $45 Location: Office Suite–2nd FL Friday 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Sheridan Style Photo Album In this three-day class we will make a mid-sized photo album with Sheridan-style tooling on the front, basket stamp design on the back, and laced all the way around.

Instructor: CHAN GEER Cost: $200 for all sessions Location: Salon G Wednesday 8:00 am – 5 pm

Thursday 8:00 am – 5 pm Friday 8:00 am – 5 pm

How to Draw Sheridan-Style Patterns In this class you will learn to draw your own Sheridan-style patterns. Each student will receive a “Drawing Sheridan Style Pattern Pack” by Chan Geer.

Instructor: CHAN GEER Cost: $100 ($75 if enrolled in Photo Album class)

Location: Salon I Saturday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Floral Pattern Design, Cutting Your Design, & Swivel Knife Design In this class you will learn how to draw floral pattern s in the morning. In the afternoon you will learn how to carve the pattern.

Instructor: AL GOULD Cost: $125 Location: Santa Fe Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

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CLASS LISTING (CONTINUED) (ALPHABETICAL ORDER – BY INSTRUCTOR)

Extreme Belt Carving (Advanced) This advanced class in extreme leather belt carving is designed for the experienced leathercrafter.

Instructor: AL GOULD Cost: $125 Location: Santa Fe Saturday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

How to Carve Dragons In this class we will learn how to carve dragons so that each one will take on a personality of its own.

Instructor: ROZ KAOHN Cost: $115 Location: Salon J Wednesday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Tricks of the Trade In this class Roz will teach you things that you will not find in any book. Some lessons will be hands on; others will be watch and take notes.

Instructor: ROZ KAOHN Cost: $45 Location: Santa Fe Thursday 8:00 am – 12 noon

How to Carve 3-D Feathers In this class you will learn to carve 3-D feathers that you can use to make all kinds of cool projects.

Instructor: ROZ KAOHN Cost: $45 Location: Santa Fe Thursday 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm

How to Make 3-D Rose Pins In this class students will learn how to make a 3-D rose pin, which afterwards you’ll be able to make any type of flower pin.

Instructor: ROZ KAOHN Cost: $45 Location: Office Suite–2nd FL Friday 8:00 am – 12 noon

Proper Use of Tools In this class Bob will teach how to properly use your tools.

Instructor: BOB KLENDA Cost: $45 Location: Taos Saturday 8:00 am – 12 noon

Ken Griffin Style Notebook In this workshop, students will carve a design in the manner and style that Ken Griffin was famous for. Students will need to bring their favorite floral stamping tools, swivel knife, tooling surface, mallet, tracing tool, and whatever they like to use. The design will have a figure incorporated into it, so some basic figure carving bevellers and matting tools would be helpful. Leather and pattern will be provided.

Instructor: JIM LINNELL Cost: $75 Location: Taos Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Leather Carving Intro for Kids This class is designed as an introduction to the art of leather carving for kids and is open to anyone under 18 years young.

Instructor: JIM LINNELL Cost: Free Location: Salons A-F (Grand

Ballrm) Saturday 8:00 am – 12 noon

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CLASS LISTING (CONTINUED) (ALPHABETICAL ORDER – BY INSTRUCTOR)

How to Make a Holster In this two-day class we will learn how to make a floral tooled paddle back holster for a Government model 1911 pistol.

Instructor: ALEX MADSON Cost: $95 for both days Location: Salon I Wednesday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Thursday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Southwest Native American Designs In this class Brad will teach his unique method of carving designs common to the Southwest Native American People.

Instructor: BRAD MARTIN Cost: $100 Location: Salon I Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

How to Make a Sheridan-Style Shoulder Bag In this three-day class Akiko will be teaching how to make a Shoulder bag with Sheridan Style tooling.

Instructor: AKIKO OKADA Cost: $200 for all sessions Location: Salon H Wednesday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Thursday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

How to Make a Custom Motorcycle Seat In this two-day class each student will make a custom motorcycle seat. On day 1 we will be making the pattern, laying out the design, carving, and gluing the top piece to the seat and molding. On day 2 we will be finishing the edges, punching holes, double-loop lacing, applying oil, and Aussie finish.

Instructor: LUI RAYON Cost: $200 for both days Location: Taos Wednesday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Thursday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Plaiting a Kangaroo Leather Bolo Tie In this class we will learn basic plaiting skills while making a kangaroo leather bolo tie.

Instructor: ANN ROSS Cost: $125 Location: Office Suite–2nd FL Thursday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Figure Carving a Buffalo Head and Landscape In this one-and-a-half day class you will learn how to figure carve a buffalo head and landscape.

Instructor: KAREN SIEMS Cost: $125 for both days Location: Salon J Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Saturday 8:00 am – 12 noon Northwest Style Carving Book Cover In this class we will make a book cover using Jessie’s technique of Northwest Style carving.

Instructor: JESSE SMITH Cost: $100 Location: Santa Fe Wednesday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

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DEALERS We have a good number of vendors this year. With them set up right next door to the Guild Display and Raffle area, we hope that you will take the time to visit with them and see what they have to offer.

Chuck Smith Tools

Barry King Tools

Gomph-Hackbarth Tools

Gunslinger Leather

Kathy Flanagan & Karen Meyer

K&S Leather

The Leather Crafters & Saddlers Journal

Leather Machine Company

Leather Tools 4 U

Leather Wranglers Inc.

Pro Series Tool

QED, Inc.

R. L. Cox Company

Roz’s Leather

Jesse W. Smith Saddlery

Southwest Laser Design

Tandy Leather Company

Van Amburg Leathers

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EVENT CONTRIBUTORS The show would not have come this far without the generous contributions of our

event contributors. The International Internet Leathercrafters’ Guild extends its

heartfelt appreciation to all of you for helping us put on a great Leather Fiesta.

Albuquerque Convention and Visitor Bureau

Adam Bell, ABQ Manufacturing

Hardrock Casino

Hides to Art

Leather Crafters and Saddlers Journal

Marriott Uptown Albuquerque

Greg Simon, Saddletree

Keith Wright, Southwest Laser Design

Tandy Leather Factory

Wickett & Craig

We want to also give a very special thanks to……….

Bob Beard and Brad Martin for creating and presenting special awards, and Vivian Wootres and family for donating a Billy Wootres’ swivel knife

that will also be presented as a special recognition award.

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RAFFLE DONORS Every year the call goes out for donations to the raffle. Your generous donations are well received and result in a lot of fun for people. Thank you from all of us at the International Internet Leathercrafters’ Guild! Below are some of those that have contributed to the extraordinary array of items on our raffle tables.

Allan Scheiderer Cheryl Ann Hannaford Al’s Leather Garlin Neumann Leathers Co. Inc. Marysville, Ohio Hudson, New Hampshire American Leather Direct Inc. Chan and Mary Geer Morgantown, Kentucky Geer’s Custom Leather Sheridan, Wyoming Clay Banyai Badlands Leather Art Jody O'dell Rapid City, South Dakota Golden Artist Colors New Berlin, New York Sue Bergfeld French Creek, West Virginia Lonnie Height Gomph-Hackbarth Tools Paul Brinegar Elfrida, Arizona Albuquerque, New Mexico Pete Gorrell Buckeye Leathercrafters of Central Ohio Gardner, Colorado Marysville, Ohio Jim & Pat Hay Charles Cadenbach Cary, Mississippi Gateway Leather Guild St. Louis, Missouri Carol Higgins Fort Wayne, Indiana Calumet Area Leathercrafters Hobart, Indiana Hoosier Leather Guild Fort Wayne, Indiana Caroline Glenn Caroline’s Leather George Hurst Anderson, South Carolina Fort Worth, Texas

Barb Cassidy Lynda Hudson Darien, Illinois J. M. Saddler, Inc.

College Station, Texas Fiebing Company Inc. Milwaukee, Wisconsin Roz Kaohn

Greenfield, Missouri Silva Fox S. Fox Art Fred Kilburn Mundelein, Illinois Columbus, Ohio

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RAFFLE DONORS (CONTINUED)

Barry King Tools Ron Ross Sheridan, Wyoming Ross Saddlery

Sam Cortina Leonard Rothfeld King’s X Custom Leatherworks Columbine Leather Guild Round Rock, Texas

Sea Leather Wear Clay Miller Calgary, Alberta CANADA Leather Stamps by Clay

Temple, Texas Claudia Shaffer Calumet Area Leathercrafters Gary Lyon Leather Tools 4U Karen Siems Santa Fe, New Mexico Petersburg, Nebraska Paul & Rosa Zalesak Lisa Skyhorse Leather Wranglers Inc. Skyhorse Saddle Co. Albuquerque, New Mexico Durango, Colorado Dave and Dot Reis Harold Arnett Leathercrafters & Saddlers Journal TexHas Rhinelander, Wisconsin Fort Worth, Texas Jim Linnell Unicorn Editions; Leather Therapy Tandy Leather Factory The Plains, Virginia John Lynch Joe and Ruth Wells Leather Artisans of California Wells Leather Craft Colton, California Hanna City, Illinois Alex and Kathy Madson Matt Bressler Calumet Area Leathercrafters Wickett & Craig of America Curwensville, Pennsylvania Monica Nibbe Hobart, Indiana Linda Zavala Melrose Park, Illinois Akiko Okada Sagamihara, JAPAN C.S. Osborne & Company Harrison, New Jersey Prairie States Leather Guild Melrose Park, Illinois Robert Beard Pro-Series Tool Co. Farmington, New Mexico Proleptic Inc./Shop Talk! Belgrade, Maine

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We hope to see everyone again next year as the

South Central Leather Crafters Guild

hosts the IFoLG Show in

Nashville, Tennessee!