Instructor: Gordon Andrus

Dates: Wednesday & Thursday, October 29–30th, 2025

Time: Full-Day, 9:00am – 5:00pm (both days)

Room: 7

NOTE: THIS IS A TWO-DAY CLASS

All Skill Levels Welcome

In this rare two-day workshop, you'll work side-by-side with master craftsman Gordon Andrus to build a functional and horse-safe pair of cinch safes from start to finish. Designed to shield cinch hardware from sweat and wear, these leather pieces require precision, craftsmanship, and a deep understanding of construction—and Gordon will guide you through it all.

You'll begin with an in-depth hand-stitching refresher, including Gordon’s method for tying hidden knots and using pricking irons and properly sharpened awls. Then, you’ll move into hands-on work: patterning, molding, stamping, stitching, and finishing the safes using pre-cut leather pieces and traditional techniques. By the end of day two, you’ll walk away with a finished pair of cinch safes and the skills to make more with confidence.

Included in Class Fee:

• Cinch Safe Kit (pre-cut leather, stitching supplies, wax, patterns, instructions, and jig plans)

• Use of Gordon’s specialty tools during class (pricking irons, awls, etc.)

• Extensive printed handouts for reference

What to Bring:

• Hand-stitching tools (if you have them)

• Stitching clamp

• Maul or mallet

• Border stamp of your choice

• Compass divider

• Swivel knife

• Single crease tool (tickler)

• Three-ring binder and note-taking materials

• Camera (optional)

CLASS REFUND POLICY:
100% refund through October 1st
80% refund through October 20th
No refund from October 21st through the end of the show