Tuesday, May 10, 2011

Saddle



Smaller Projects

I have some smaller projects here such as belts, wallets and bracelets.  The granddaughters loved their braided bracelets.  I have made different size belts from adult to toddler size.  My grandson has a belt with hand carved snakes and my granddaughter has one with hand stamped horses.  I have used a wide array of buckle styles; anywhere from elaborately decorated to small and simple.



Angelica's Bracelet



Two examples of belts

Bracelets

Holsters and Guitar Straps

Again all of these projects are hand crafted and designed to meet the specific requests of certain individuals.  Sometimes it is my own inspiration that drives my creativity and other times it is the interests of the individual requesting the item.  The guitar strap was done for a nephew who loves to play and is in a garage band.  

2 1/2" wide guitar strapwith pointed oak leaf pattern and white buck stitch.  For my friends Gretsch guitar.




3" wide guitar strap with oak leaf and acorn pattern.  White buck stitch.




Gun holster and belt

Gun holster


Guitar Strap
Guitar Strap


Camping Chair

I recently made a small camping/fishing stool.  It is actually quite comfortable to sit in, the grandkids seem to think so as well.  They love to play with this at our house.  It has very detailed carvings all done by hand.


Hand Bags

Here are some samples of hand bags and purses I have done.  These were all special requests from women in my family such as my wife, daughter, and granddaughters.  I have hand crafted all of these hand bags.  Some have stamped and carved images.  I have also painted or stained some the images to help give them depth and definition.  

 This purse is made with an animal skin flap and braided strap.  
 Another example of animal hide this strap is detailed with carvings and studs.