Newbie from South Floirida

[tmshaffer]

Let me introduce myself. I am from West Plam beach. And looking to start a new hobby. I have toyed with leather work when I was younger. But now I am looking to get back into maybe making some holsters and other things. I look forward to be a member of this board. Anybody want to teach or knows where I can find lessons or guidance please contact me. Todd

[abn]

Todd,

I'm not a holster maker, but I know a number of really talented ones hang out here, so please feel free to browse that forum and ask questions.

Good luck with your first projects, -Alex

[tmshaffer]

If anyone would be interested in teaching a new guy. I am interested in learning

[richard55]

hi well i now somebady that could help be he is in miami,he has a store there the name is DADDY'S saddles & leatherwork his name is Lui he as a site to just look him up i think he is great, so good luck

If anyone would be interested in teaching a new guy. I am interested in learning

[Pelallito]

Hi,

His name is actually Luis, called Lui quite often. Here is his web site address-http://dleathersupply.com/index.html

He will be a lot of help to you. In Fort Lauderdale there is a Tandy store which will be closer to you, but Luis is worth the call and drive to meet him and to have him give you lessons and help.

Good luck,

Fred

hi well i now somebady that could help be he is in miami,he has a store there the name is DADDY'S saddles & leatherwork his name is Lui he as a site to just look him up i think he is great, so good luck

[Cobra Steve]

Hi Todd, welcome to LW! Glad you found us. Steve

[tmshaffer]

Hi,

His name is actually Luis, called Lui quite often. Here is his web site address-http://dleathersupply.com/index.html

He will be a lot of help to you. In Fort Lauderdale there is a Tandy store which will be closer to you, but Luis is worth the call and drive to meet him and to have him give you lessons and help.

Good luck,

Fred

I was unable to find the Tandy store in Ft Lauderdale. The closest I found was in Orlando. Any info on that local store would be great. Thanks for the help.

[Pelallito]

Hi Todd,

Here is the info-Tandy Leather #159 - FT LAUDERDALE

Manager: Bill Johnson, III

ftlauderdale@tandyleather.com

7161 W Oakland Park Blvd

Lauderhill , FL 33313

USA

Phone: 954-572-5488

Fax: 954-572-5485

Toll Free: 888-845-0005

I suggest that you call for directions on finding them. I did a Google map that made it overcomplicated to find them!

Luis used to teach there, but the long drive got to him.

Good luck.

Fred

PS I am as big a newbie as you are, if not more. This is a great site.

[tmshaffer]

Hi Todd,

Here is the info-Tandy Leather #159 - FT LAUDERDALE

Manager: Bill Johnson, III

ftlauderdale@tandyleather.com

7161 W Oakland Park Blvd

Lauderhill , FL 33313

USA

Phone: 954-572-5488

Fax: 954-572-5485

Toll Free: 888-845-0005

I suggest that you call for directions on finding them. I did a Google map that made it overcomplicated to find them!

Luis used to teach there, but the long drive got to him.

Good luck.

Fred

PS I am as big a newbie as you are, if not more. This is a great site.

Thanks for all the tips. I emailed Luis and found he is member of a local Leather guild. I also emailed them and the Tandy store about classes and local artisans.

[DCKNIVES]

Welcome, nice to see another Floridian here.Dave

[Pelallito]

Thanks Dave. I have admired your work many times in the past.

Oops, that might have been for tmshaffer, my bad.

Regards,

Fred

Welcome, nice to see another Floridian here.Dave

Edited January 18, 2010 by Pelallito

[tmshaffer]

Made the trip down to Tandy. Supposed to go to their beginner class next Sat. Than they will have a Holster class. Looking forward to getting soem hands on instruction. The local club I found meets two hours away from me one way. To long and far for me at this point.