Lost Trade

Don Gonzales
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A show focused on the trade skills that have almost been lost to history and the male and female Craftsmen that keep them alive. I am Don Gonzales, a full time saddle maker of 15 years, and I dive into the world of "supposed" forgotten skills and trades.

  1. 08/14/2025

    lürgen Volbach

    In this episode, we are visiting with lürgen Volbach from Germany.  lürgen is an amazing artist and craftsman that specializes in floral carving and 3D embossing works.  He also spends a lot of his time, both here in the states as well as Germany, teaching others that want to learn this amazing skill set.  We met him the first time in Sheridan at the leather show, and became quick friends.  Enjoy the episode and hearing his story.  You can find him on facebook and instagram if you want to see some of his amazing artwork.

    1h 42m

  2. 07/21/2025

    Adam Love with Hermann Oak Leather

    In this episode, we visit with Adam Love with Hermann Oak Leather.  Adam works with Hermann Oak to bring leather craftsmen the best possible veg tanned leather that we all know and love.  We talk about the process of making leather from specific quality hides in the same location as the company's founding over 100 years ago.   Adam not only sells the leather, but also is on a journey of his own learning the craft and how to work with the quality leathers that they produce.

    1h 28m

  3. 07/03/2025

    Alexander Levy

    In this episode, we are visiting with Alexander Levy.  Alexander is a leather worker and floral carver based out of Mason, TX.  His shop produces many different beautiful leather craft items, but one of his specialties is cowboy leggings or chaps.   Working in the shop with his wife and kids, Alexander's leather craft journey is interesting and we are excited to bring it to you.   Check out his work on Instagram and Facebook, or visit his website Alexander Levy Custom Leather

    1h 16m

  4. 06/03/2025

    Steve Van Plew

    We are visiting with Steve Van Plew in this episode.  Steve is an accomplished leather craftsman and aspiring saddle maker residing in California.  Steve's career has been in the television and video industry and he uses these skills to help promote and document his passion for the leather craft industry.  He creates instructional videos to help craftsmen with their machines in association with Leather Machine Company.  He also created and hosts the Leather Community Podcast where he interviews leather craftsmen from all over the country. Steve is truly passionate about the world of leather craft and we really enjoy visiting with him.

    1h 10m

  5. 05/07/2025

    Clair Kehrberg

    In this episode, we sit down and visit with Clair Kehrberg from Oregon.  Clair is a traditionally trained saddle maker that uses her skills and artistic talents to create truly unique personal accesories.  From purses to belts, Clair creates bright and elegant pieces that express her love of color, artistry and leather craft. You can find her work on Facebook and Instagram, as well as her Etsy store.  If you would like to see what pieces she has available in her store, click here clairkehrberg.etsy.com and see what she has.

    1h 23m

  6. 03/25/2025

    Paul Van Dyke

    Paul Van Dyke is an award winning saddle maker from Sheridan, WY.  In this episode, we visit with him about his love for quality gear and quality horses.  Through his history and travels, he has crafted a career that allows him to enjoy both on a daily basis.  Paul divides his time making quality horses, quality saddles, as well as teaching other craftsmen the skill of saddle making.   Visit his website, Vandykesaddlery.com, to see some of the fine craftsmanship that he creates as well as learn more about his Saddle Making Courses that he offers during the year.  If you have been wanting to learn the art of saddle making, this would be an amazing course to take.

    1h 40m

  7. 10/17/2024

    Julie Baugher

    In this episode, we visit with Julie Baugher about how she got started in leather craft and how she became one of the most well known educators for chaps and leggins in the industry.  Along with teaching and mentoring many folks getting into the leather industry, she is also an accomplished saddle maker.  Julie attends many leather trade shows and shares her knowledge about leather craft in her very popular classes.   We had a great time visiting with her on the podcast and learning her story!

    1h 30m

  8. 09/06/2024

    Pedro Pedrini

    Pedro Pedrini is a renowned saddle maker and a member of the Traditional Cowboy Arts Association.  He is originally from France and in this episode we visit about his journey into becoming a master in the art of custom saddle making. You can find out more about Pedro on his website at Pedrini Saddle Company or on social media. The TCA also has information about him on their website.

    50 min
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A show focused on the trade skills that have almost been lost to history and the male and female Craftsmen that keep them alive. I am Don Gonzales, a full time saddle maker of 15 years, and I dive into the world of "supposed" forgotten skills and trades.

Information

  • Creator
    Don Gonzales
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    65
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Don Gonzales 2020
  • Show Website
    Lost Trade

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