Wanting to learn the art.

[lockwoodfarrier]

I have been involved in horses and cows most of my life and want to learn the art of braiding. I have been shoeing horses for 20 years and need something to stay busy. I am finnally realizing that I can't put my head between my knees forever. Not a livelihood just a hobby. I have a full time job. I live in the central coast of California and would love to work with someone on occasion to learn from. Is there anyone out there in the area that can help me. Thanks.

[anne newkold]

how far are you from Baldwin Park? the manager at the Tandy store there does a lot of braiding. I am in Reseda CA but wanting to learn more braiding myself.

[rgerbitz]

I'm from Illinois so can't help you much with the local talent but I thought I would give you some of the books that can be useful in figuring out everything. There are more and hopefully others will chime in but these are the few I have.

The encyclepdia

Gail Hought

and a couple of videos Bryan Nuebert

There are some very good braiders around here if you get into a tight spot just start asking questions, we all learn when you do.

Good luck,

Rob

[entiendo]

I flew to Florida for a few days to learn the basics and then I have Gail Hought's first book and this board. I've been able to figure most things out and most my stuff looks pretty good for a rookie. The the friend of mine that I learned from learned everything from Gail's books, so it can be done.

I do believe Gail does do classes at her place from time to time and she is in Oregon.

[roo4u]

gail hought is one of the top braiders in the us and she is in mckinleyville ca.

[entiendo]

Wonder why I thought she was in Oregon. Must have been thinking of someone else.

[lockwoodfarrier]

Thanks for the help I live between Paso Robles and King City California, in Lockwood by Lake San Antonio. If anyone close comes around let me know.

[Alan Bell]

The closet I can recommend besides Gail live in the San Diego area. Mehl Lawson in Bonita CA and Sharon Paulin in Pine Valley Ca. Let me know if you need more info.

Vaya Con Dios, Alan Bell

[cybertracy]

Thanks for the help I live between Paso Robles and King City California, in Lockwood by Lake San Antonio. If anyone close comes around let me know.

Hi, I work in a Tandy in Ventura (about a two-hour drive with a tail wind) and we are planning some braiding workshops--both the manager and I love braiding. If you're willing to make the drive, we'll clear a bench spot and you can spend as long as you'd like and work on some projects. Call John or Tracy at 805/653-2629 if you are interested. . .