Left: Some of the tools needed to turn a blank piece of leather into a work of art
Right: Some example of finished projects

I have been carving leather since I was a young boy, and was taught by my Father who is a Master leather carver. He could make anything from a simple belt to very elaborate holsters, purses, and cases. I was lucky that he passed his art on to me.

The leather used for my straps is a special Oak tanned tooling leather from The Tandy leather Factory of Texas. The parts are hand cut from the best part of the hide. The leather is very strong, but soft. I contains no heavy metals which could cause rust or tarnish on metal parts (the is especially important for holsters). I use only a Wax or Acrylic  finish, and natural dyes.

Over the years I have amassed a comprehensive Library of Designs and Patterns. If you can't find what you are looking for here, just drop me a line.