Introduction

[BillB]

Hello All,

While browsing the web for leather supplies and Native American Arts and Crafts I came across this Forum. I must agree with the members that this is an excellent forum and I am glad I found it.

I started doing leather engraving back in the early 70s and learned the basics from my Grandfather, T. E. Noren, who had been doing leather work from the 40's until he passed on in the 70s. I inherited some of his old tools. I started out doing custom holsters, belts, quivers, hand bags, and purses. As this is currently a hobby for me, I am doing bifold Writing Pads, purses and an occasional special project. Although I started out doing the western floral patters today I am trying to recreate various Native American bead patterns and other art work (totem poles and totems) in leather. In 3 years I will be retiring from Government service after 30 years and plan to do leather engraving on a consignment basis since my priorities will be Grandkids, Fishing, Grandkids, motorcycle & TR3, Grandkids, leather work. My wife and I now have 5 grandkids and plan to enjoy them.

I have attached some examples. The purse is a Cree bead pattern. One Bifold is an Eagle Totem holding a Samon Totem. The other bifold was a special project for an Air Force Sergeant.