Monday Morning Saddle Shop Briefing: Episode #5

Here is this weeks Monday Briefing video. There are some tips in this video about the fold over knife sheath patterns that were in the last project video as well as some saddle building tips as well.
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[@jackiesanders489]

I'm 81 years old and needed a holster for a 1911 .45 acp and now have made nearly 40 holsters for various hand guns, thanks to youtube i have learned a lot. now people are asking about different things made from leather, i'm retired of course so i can afford to price things a lot lower than a professional and have lots of people wanting my leather craft. I started this after my birthday jan 31 ,2020

[@judsonburgee9312]

I know it’s 3months old, but it felt good to hear you say that our art isn’t dead. I’ve always said “yeah there’s not much of us”, but I like to think that it’s on the rise again. It seems there’s a maker popping up left and right doing all sorts of styles. Makes the ol ticker happy. 👍🏽

[@jerielyork6584]

I love Monday it is awesome and yes those old patterns made into the package pattern would be a great idea I would definitely order some thank you keep up the good work God bless

[@snduley]

Hey Don and all, I ordered a cap it came in today. good quality cap and the embroidery looks better in person than in the picture. Thanks for the quick shipping. I love the Monday Morning Briefing look forward to it each week. Keep up the great work. I will be ordering a belt soon.

[@c7customleather]

The pod cast and these videos are awesome. It’s like having someone in the shop with you talking while ya workin. and that coffee looks fresh.

[@martinblnd]

Thank you for all you are doing for the leather world. All of us “newbies” are very thankful. I know it helps you, but it also really helps us. Very much appreciated!!

[@charlesbolin7249]

You're killing me Don, you "dabble" in art? I must say, that beautiful saddle on your DG Saddle homepage is a serious work of art! I imagine you personally cut and carved that entire saddle from raw materials. The cutting, shaping, drawing, carving, punching, fitting, and finishing of that saddle are incredible. I must say, being the master saddle maker you are, you must be a master artist in western/Sheridan art and in general leather crafting to even think about making saddles and again your saddles appear to be "world class" masterpieces. I say it that way because I personally have never rode a horse, but being an engineer I can appreciate the pieces you make for the craftsmanship. I also love the western carving engraving art you do, just looks perfect, be it for a holster, belt, gun belt, or engraving on a Colt single action. Reminds me of stuff I saw years ago at William S Heart park, just kind of old west John Wayne cool. One day, maybe a spread outside Abilene if I can land a job at the AFB.

[@gadam18ag]

Thank you so much for the information I’m new at leather making and you are one of my favorite sources of information

[@406Montana]

Thanks Don, I really look forward to these on Monday.

[@charityarmitage1444]

Love the podcasts, the videos are awesome and Thank you for the opportunity to learn the trade.

[@fuoggy]

I love that tip about using a tap off for belts. I've done it in the past for purse straps. Looks like my brother will be getting a new belt for Christmas!

[@jasonjohnson9641]

I just found the podcast on Spotify. I can't wait to listen to it tonight at work!

[@donniebell862]

Really enjoy, educational and informative videos, Raydar

[@33RanchSaddlery]

Yep, us saddle shop people are listening; great tip on fender length! I sure enjoy these briefings, it's company in the shop when my my business partner is out playing cowboy aka doing product development. Have a great week Don!

[@lesharp5748]

Love the Monday shop talks.

[@edstelting7953]

Thanks for tip on fenders. Like that's on saddles

[@tonynet2709]

Really enjoying the Briefings, and the podcasts. Looking forward to the chaps patterns; been wanting to try to make some.

[@archiem6323]

Coffee time😋☕ and yes episode #5 👍

[@jpthrift9210]

Very interesting about the different craftsmen interviews. From hats to cinches and everything in between.

[@williamssaddlellc]

Yep I figure my fender and sturrip leather length just about the same way, cant wait to listen to the podcast

[@joshuapoche5137]

The best part of waking up is foldgers in your cup

[@terryleach6204]

I love the Podcast!

[@briantaylor6772]

Thank you so very much you answered my question on finders

[@CS-vg1dt]

Need suggestions on who to interview? Bruce Chaney, Agar France, Jeremiah Watt, Bob Park, Barry King,Chuck Dorset, and the list goes on and on. Thanks for all you do for the leather craftsman.

[@paigemaxey7580]

Would love to be able to order printed packs! I don’t have a printer but have been dying to try your patterns!

[@garywagley8214]

You should start calling these around the coffee pot

[@dperisty1]

Great talk! What do you think about having metal on metal contact with rivets and knife blades?

[@tinoyb9294]

Checked out the podcast. Is there anything you don't do well? You're a natural on the radio. When do you sleep?

[@jasoncox9595]

The Al Stohlman Encyclopedia of Saddle Making is now sold as one book with all 3 volumes in it. It runs around $130 at Tandy Leather.

[@martinblnd]

Yup, found one myself. Great book.

[@markwoodbury9882]

Don, can I buy you a coffee mug? You have a badass new shop and still drink coffee like you’re a trucker.

[@bigbarn2958]

Hey Don, love the Monday morning talk but please ditch the styrene cup and get yourself a nice cup!

[@kboleather]

Maybe send him one?

[@jwk181965]

Great video. I've had Al's encyclopedia for years, but now understand the leather measurements more. I've watched all your videos and you've probably touched on this. But could you demonstrate your technique, for bar grounding. I've tried doing it and always get frustrated and end up back grounding. Thank you.

[@cwpetersonschannelofthings7785]

Don, What about using that Turquoise Antique made by Indelible Leather Finishes that Aaron over at Maker's has ?.? Just a thought ... ... Keep up these great videos I look forward to them as much as I do a new package from the UPS gal !.! For us techno-dinosaurs is there any chance you will put the podcast somewhere other than Apple or Spotify ? Perhaps i-heart radio or embed it on your webpage ?.? CW Peterson Grass Valley, California; USA

[@walteraustin6308]

Don't know if you already have one but do you have a split leg apron patter?

[@mikepower4113]

Need that coffee

[@joshthomas6095]

Please interview Terry Henson on your podcast.

[@33RanchSaddlery]

Yes, we would love an interview of Terry!!

[@TexHoss1]

So where does that leave rifle scabbards???????????

[@kboleather]

How about a podcast with Jeremiah Watt?

[@jackiesanders489]

pommel bag? is there a video?? i'm having mostly female horse riders asking.

[@TexHoss1]

9 ft. tall rider must be Bigfoot huh. That's an idea a Bigfoot Saddle. That would be like the skull saddle.

[@jawaller1]

Checked out the Podcast and very much enjoyed it, but I could not see/find where to post comments. I am techniquely challenged, so go easy and go slow, please.