Summer Leather Crafters Reunion Workshops, Camping, Fishing and Hiking

The Leather Crafters Reunion, organized by Doris Marlene, was held June 9-11, 2017, in Roaring River State Park in Cassville, MO. The venue provided a great platform for many leather workers to get to know each other better, or in some cases, to meet for the first time. There were plenty of workshops on Friday, followed by a potluck dinner. Work-shops continued on Saturday, with a BBQ dinner and raffle afterwards. Sunday fea-tured a farewell breakfast. A table to exhibit leatherwork or for pattern/tool swapping/selling was available all weekend.

Above Right:Holster Class with Gorge CanfieldLeft:Ed LeBarre’s class projectsRight:The 7 Basic Toolswith Garret Taylor

Featured workshops:Inverted Carving - George WingoDyeing Techniques - Deb JohnsMinimalist Wallet w/ Double Loop Lacing - Freda WomackDecorative Belt Buckle with Basketweave Lace - Freda WomackRealistic Leaf Carving - Ed LaBarreRealistic Leaf Colors - Ed LaBarreThe 7 Basic Tools - Garrett TaylorConcepts, Designs & Construction of Pancake Holsters -George Canfield w/ EDC Gun Leather and Thunder Bay Leather

Top Left: Decorative Buckle with Freeda WomackTop Right: Donna Taylor ToolingRight Doris Marlene with Dragon LeatherBottom Left: Sponsor posterBottom Right: basketweave with Brian Johnson