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About customboots

I'm a custom cowboy boot maker. I own a business, Sorrell Custom Boots, and I create bespoke cowboy boots using vintage machinery and hand tools. I also own www.sorrellnotionsandfindings.com, a company that specializes in tools, supplies, and leather for the boot and shoe making trade.

“Always Late”

Posted on August 20, 2015 by customboots

I photographed these boots this morning and titled them “Always Late.”

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Pendleton leather show

Posted on August 19, 2015 by customboots

Here’s a link to purchase my last fitting class on Saturday, November 7 in Pendleton, Oregon.

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Pendleton, Oregon leather show

Posted on August 19, 2015 by customboots

Here’s a link to purchase my leather inlay/overlay class on Thursday, November 5 in Pendleton, Oregon.

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Hand-some new boots

Posted on August 19, 2015 by customboots

For now I will leave you to imagine the boot top I’m working on and the client’s profession.

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Charlotte Contemporary

Posted on August 18, 2015 by customboots

I’m looking forward to visiting Charlotte, North Carolina in October!

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Pendleton, Oregon

Posted on August 17, 2015 by customboots

I just booked tickets for the Pendleton Leather Trade Show. I’ll be teaching an inlay/overlay class and also a class on fitting lasts. I’ll post links soon.

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It’s a Boot Life

Posted on August 17, 2015 by customboots

Here’s a link to “It’s a Boot Life” for August. It’s a Boot Life

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Almost finished

Posted on August 13, 2015 by customboots

I had to pause and admire this pair for a moment. I’m very pleased with them!

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I’m feeling blue

Posted on August 11, 2015 by customboots

I have a lovely blue alligator skin that I’ve been coveting and I decided to pair it with the new boot tops I designed for myself. Don’t worry, there’s enough blue alligator for one more pair of boots if anyone … Continue reading →

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Whooops, I just lost my motivation

Posted on August 10, 2015 by customboots

I’m staying home from work this morning to clean my house. Or play on the computer. Or nap. I’ve been working so hard the last couple of months and it feels great to just not care. I promise to be … Continue reading →

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