2012 Art Of The Cowboy Makers

[Casey Jordan]

The 2012 Art of the Cowboy Makers contest is in the books! The competition was very tough in all categories.

With over 100 entries, 7 different countries and 22 states involved it was a GREAT event. We want to thank all who entered to make this the caliber of event it has become. The level of craftsmanship seems to raise the bar every year. Also, a big Thank You too all the entrants who attended in person, it was good to see old friends and meet some new makers and their families.

Please check out our Face Book page for pictures and comments of this years contest. http://www.facebook....rs/495937530011 We strive to make this contest bigger and better each year so if you have any questions or comments Please just let me know!

A Special THANK YOU to all our 2012 contest sponsors!!

With out these Sponsors this contest would not be possible!

Let them know you appreciate their Sponsorship and Support! Allen & Cathy Wilkinson - Champion & People's Choice Boots

Brighton Feed & Saddlery - Champion Braider

Tejas Industries - People's Choice Braider

Panhandler Leather Co. - Champion Chaps

Dave & Kristi Wilson - People's Choice Chaps

ArtCords, LLC. - Champion & People's Choice Cinch

GRS Tools & Training - Champion Engraver

Silver King - People's Choice Engraver

High Plains Travel - Champion Hats

Lid Locker - People's Choice Hats

Barry King Tools - Champion Leather Carver

Leather Machine Co. Inc. - People's Choice Leather Carver

Colorado Saddle Makers Association - Champion Saddle Maker

Davie & Rachel Richardson - People's Choice Saddle Maker

Dave Hewitt - Champion Spurs

Round-Up Productions - People's Choice Spurs

Casey & LeEllen Jordan - Champion & People's Choice Youth

Corporate Sponsors:Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame

Leather Crafters and Saddlers Journal

Round-Up Productions (Contest Host)

Associate Sponsor:Sheridan Leather Outfitters

Congratulations to all the winners! 2012 Art of the Cowboy Makers contest results

Boots:

1st: Paul Krause - Az.

2nd: Dan Schwarz & Keni Crane - Mt.

3rd: Bill Niemczyk - Ct.

People's Choice: Shane Deeter - Ut.

Braiding:

1st: Eberth Chauca - Peru

2nd: Pablo Lozano - Argentina

3rd: Chris Barr - Australia

Peoples Choice: Ed Pass - Az.

Chaps:

1st: Nancy Martiny - Id.

2nd: Don Butler - Wy.

3rd: Chris Andre - Co.

People's Choice - Nancy Martiny - Id.

Cinches:

1st: Alison Stockland - Or.

2nd: Diane DeWeese - Wa.

3rd: Darin Alexander - Ak.

People's Choice: Alison Stockland - Or.

Engraving:

1st: Rex Crawford - Co.

2nd: Kendall Smith - Mt.

3rd: Bev Gilger - Id.

People's Choice: Rex Crawford - Co.

Hats:

1st: Kody Jacobs - Ut.

2nd: Holly Jacobs - Ut.

3rd: Klaus Inderfurth - Germany

People's Choice: Gene Baldwin - Or.

Leather Carving:

1st: Nancy Martiny - Id.

2nd: Don Butler - Wy

3rd: Mike Eslick - Ok.

People's Choice: Nancy Martiny - Id.

Saddles:

1st: Don Butler - Wy.

2nd: Nancy Martiny - Id.

3rd: Terry Henson - Tx.

People's Choice: Don Butler - Wy.

Spurs:

1st: Dossie Cribbs - Tx.

2nd: Rex Crawford - Co.

3rd: Gannon Leifheit - Co.

People's Choice: Dossie Cribbs - Tx.

Youth:

1st: Rainie Schwarz - Mt. (Boots)

2nd: Rachel Freshour - Or. (Saddle)

3rd: Toby Barr - Australia (Whip)

People's Choice: Rachel Freshour - Or. (Saddle)

All awards were well deserved and earned, not given, EARNED!

You will be getting an email soon with exciting news of next years contest.

Any comments or suggestions are WELCOME!