June 2-20, 2025 Western Boot Making- $4500 ($2,250.00 deposit)
June 2-20, 2025 Western Boot Making- $4500 ($2,250.00 deposit)
Make one pair of calf skin boots with one row of decorative stitching. Choose from a variety of colors for your vamps, tops & piping.
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)