Doug Groves Video: Rawhider Twister & Braider (for lassos)

http://westernfolklife.org The making of handcrafted gear has flourished over the past two decades, with makers experimenting with new materials, techniques and designs, and adding their personal stamp to a long legacy of traditional artistry. Meet Doug Groves, rawhider, and learn a bit about the skills, ingenuity, and perserverance that goes into making a "good hand," in this Art of Gearmaking video from our Back At The Ranch exhibition. Length: 4:50

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• Groves
• rawhide
• braiding
• cattle
• Western Folklife Center
• cowboy
• gearmaking
• handcraft
• crafts
• lassos

[dfogleman]

thanks for this video, excellent workmanship

[dmarker21]

Great video, I really enjoyed what the narrator's thoughts on the traditions.