Monthly Archives: May 2025

Yesterday I got to go into the archives of the Country Music Hall of Fame and view boots from the Marty Stuart collection. My introduction to boot making was working for Jay Griffith; Jay made Marty’s boots at the time, … Continue reading →

It’s time to begin building the heels on this pair.

Introducing: “Somewhere Over Arkansas”

After the leather soles are hammered onto the boots, the edges must be trimmed. I cut the waist area of the boot with a knife. It’s a crucial step — leave it too wide and the boot sole has all … Continue reading →

Two pairs of boots getting close to being completed. I have the soles in the water for the brown pair, so tomorrow I should be able to lay the soles and stitch them. The blue pair needs another heel layer, … Continue reading →

Introducing: “Bluebird Let Me Tag Along”

My Friday didn’t exactly go as I anticipated. I intended to side seam this pair of boots before I left for the day, but instead I finished three of four seams. That’s annoying, so I came into the shop this … Continue reading →

OK, I’m going to brag. If you hate that, skip this post. Most of the leather I use (because it’s better) is struck-through. That means that the leather is dyed all the way through. If you scratch the finish it … Continue reading →