Saddle Making School

This school is generally taught on a one-to-one basis; I never take more than two students at a time. It lasts for four weeks with my instruction given Monday through Friday. In that time period, you will have as much hands-on training as you can handle, as I do not limit myself to eight-hour working days. You will build one saddle, for which I will teach you basic border tooling if you desire. At the end of the school, you will have a saddle that you can take out and ride and enjoy. You do need to realize that you will not become an expert in four weeks, but this course will provide you with a foundation which cannot be found in books or DVD courses. More details at http://www.petescustomsaddles.com/school.html

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Education

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• custom
• saddles
• saddle
• making
• school
• western
• saddlemaking
• side
• restoration
• repair.

[zdawg3579]

How can you repair a cracked tree on a barrel racing saddle?????

[petescustomsaddles]

@zdawg3579 Most trees can be repaired. Under normal wear and tear the cracks are due to defects in the wood used in the tree. Typically, repaired tree can be made stronger than new tree. There are two types of trees: wood and plastic; however, wood trees lend themselves to repairing much better than the plastic ones. In order to be repaired a cracked tree needs to go to a saddle shop. If you send pictures, I can give you a more specific answer. Website address is in the video.

[petescustomsaddles]

The saddle school is in Pembroke Ky about 70 miles northwest of Nashville, Tn.

Thank you Pete

[WaxterWood]

Pete is a great saddle maker and teacher! I was a student in his saddle making school in October -10. Pete tought me to make my own wonderful saddle during those weeks, and of course I got a lot of experiences in leather work. Also, the whole stay at the Harry's was far over my expectations! I came from Sweden all by myself and it was my second time in America. Pete and Barbara took care of me like a little princess! I remember this trip with a big smile! :)

Maria Eidvall, Sweden

[tamar535]

Last summer i was Pete's student. First of all i had a great time. Pete and Barbara are dear people and their hospitality is wonderful. I got all that i need to know about saddle making and much more. I had the opportunity to learn a lot about leather work by actual practice in his workshop. All in all the stay at the harrys home was a great learning experience and i highly recommend for anyone who wishes to learn a lot about saddle making in a wonderful place. Tamar from Israel

[simpleone11111]

Fab video, lovely guy, wish I lived closer I would defiantly buy a saddle off you and would love to see your workshop. Keep up the good work, stunning craftsmanship

[petescustomsaddles]

@SkoalFirePrincess The saddle school is in Pembroke KY about 70 miles northwest of Nashville, TN. For details see my website (see description of the video).

[hiddenoakfarms]

Just got back from a one week class with Pete. I had no real experience in leather working and wanted a basic repair class to gain some skills before jumping into a saddle making class. It was worth every penny and I am planning on going back for at least one month, more if I can work it out. Pete Harry is a craftsman and is very generous with his knowledge.

Thank you Pete for this past week. Looking forward to coming back for the month long class.

Max D. Sterrett

[13horseluvr]

my jaw literally dropped when i saw the black saddle! perfection!

[SkoalFirePrincess]

@petescustomsaddles where is the school located - i'm very interested (: