Episode 35—Leather is a Textile: Custom Bootmaking With Lisa Sorrell
We sometimes forget that leather is a textile, and a wonderful material with which to create beautiful and functional items. Today's guest, Lisa Sorrell, of Sorrell Custom Boots in Guthrie, Oklahoma, has taken leatherwork to the next level with her designs. Lisa began making boots in 1996, custom fit and handcrafted for each client. Lisa’s work has been featured in several books, numerous magazines, and the PBS series “Craft in America.” She is the recipient of numerous awards and the author of the book, "The Art of Leather Inlay and Overlay," published in 2015. In this episode, Lisa talks about her journey to becoming a custom bookmaker and what needs to be done to save and pass on these specialized skills to future generations.
SHOW NOTES
Lisa Sorrell, Bespoke Bootmaker
Sorrell Notions and Findings—Lisa’s online store supplying her favorite tools and materials to craftspeople.
Lisa’s blog, “What Would Lisa Do?”
PBS’s Craft in America series
Janet’s Current Sewing Projects
Simplicity 9349—the first winner in Janet’s search for good summer blouse patterns
New Look 6344—another winner in the search for good summer blouse patterns
Fableism Supply Company: Janet bought some of their Sprout Wovens at Pacific Fabrics in Seattle, WA and is very impressed.
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