I have been doing some research on saddle making and saddle fitting lately; since I am determined to work with leather and fascinated by saddles and horse tack, I guess it was only natural that I gravitated to this area. At any rate, my plan is to gradually teach myself (with the aide of as many books and lessons as possible with my budget) the basics of proper leather working and saddle making skills. So far this is what I learned:
  • There is A LOT to know about making saddles before you can ev...

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