August 19-Sept 6, 2024 Western Boot Making- $4500 ($2,250.00 deposit)

August 19-Sept 6, 2024 Western Boot Making- $4500 ($2,250.00 deposit)

$2,250.00

Make one pair of calf skin boots with one row of decorative stitching. Choose from a variety of colors for your vamps, tops & piping.

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Our western boot making class focuses on traditional western boot making. It is a three week course with Sundays off, and is limited to three students. During this class you will learn all the steps from custom fitting a last to finishing your boots. You will make one pair of calf skin boots with one row of decorative stitching. You will have a variety of colors to choose from for your vamps, tops & piping. This class is devoted to skills and techniques of making custom boots, so there will be no inlay or over lay on your boots; however, we will cover and practice inlay and overlay techniques.

  • Measuring Feet

  • Custom Fitting a Last

  • Choosing the Right Leather

  • Crimping Vamps

  • Pattern Making

  • Construction and Sewing

  • Lasting

  • Inseaming

  • Soles and Heels

  • Finishing Touches

18 Day Class: 6 days a week Monday-Friday 9am-5pm with one hour lunch, Saturdays 9am-12pm, Sundays off.

Cost: $4,500.00 ($2,250.00 required for deposit)