Fundamentals of Leatherwork &
Western Floral Tooling
WITH KAILEY KLEIN
In this course we are going to cover in detail the complete fundamentals of western floral leather tooling. By the end of the video series, students will have a toolbox full of in-depth skills that will act as a foundation for years of leather projects to come. In this skills-based course students will learn how to:
Identify different types of leather and choose the right piece for their project
Properly cut out and prepare leather for tooling
Start designing original floral patterns and transfer designs to leather
Use the specialized swivel knife and other crucial hand tools
Tool a floral pattern using a simple step-by-step method
Use each stamp correctly and understand it's specific purpose
Add a unique signature to tooled pieces with decorative cuts and detail tooling
Confidently use paint, antique and dye to make thier work stand out
~ Kailey
In this 12 video course Kailey will cover these specific topics
1. Types of Leather
2. Prepping Leather for Tooling
3. Patterns
4. Swivel Knife
5. Overview of Stamps
6. Shading
7. Beveling & Lifting
8. Backgrounding
9. Detail Tooling & Decorative Cuts
10. Adding Dye & Paint
11. Antique
12. Edges
Plans for all Levels
We know everyone is starting their Maker journey from different places. Be A Maker School is set to excel the novice carver or walk the beginner from the ground up. We believe in our program and we are certain it will provide you with the fundamentals to creating a business of your dreams or a hobby that you can pour your heart into and be proud of. Whatever direction you go we want to see you succeed and we know you can with BAMS!
Quarterly Enrollment is open Jan. 1st - 14th, 2026
Email us at Info@beamaker.school with questions or to be added to the waitlist.
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Dabbler
You want access to the best of the best but time and/or budget is limited. Don't count you out YOU WILL make your dreams a reality with the Dabbler level.
Monthly release of 2 videos (1 video every 14 days will become available in your course)
Monthly video releases available only while subscription is active. Student will be automatically enrolled in the next available course until cancelation.
BAMS Membership*with access to Makers FB Group
Resource list of tools and supplies
One Live Q&A monthly
Monthly 30 minute One-On-One video call with Kailey
$47 USD/month**
** this level will not require re-enrollment for future courses. 2 videos a month will be provided until you cancel your membership.
Doer
Creating a business or mastering a craft ...you are ready to DO IT! Use the tools in the Doer level to get the advice you need and work at the pace that works for you.
Unlimited Access to all 12 training Videos
BAMS Membership* with access to Makers FB Group
Resource list of tools and supplies
6 monthly Live Q&As
One 30 minute One-On-One video call with Kailey
Monthly 30 minute One-On-One video call with Kailey
6 monthly payments of $127 USD *
Pay In Full Save $50
*This level is paid as a lump sum or can be broken up into 6 payments. After all payments are made this includes Lifetime Access to videos.
Dedicated
Your commitment is no joke! You are looking for a mentor to take you all the way. Kailey will personally be there to walk you to the next level with these great perks.
Unlimited Access to all 12 training videos
BAMS Membership* with access to Makers FB Group
Resource list of tools and supplies
6 monthly Live Q&As
Monthly 30 minute One-On-One vieo call with Kailey for 6 months
Exclusive Pattern Pack only available through BAMS
Option to purchase additonal one on ones with Kailey after your 6 months for continued support
(Limited Space Available)
6 Monthly payments of $247 USD *
Pay In Full Save $100
*This level is paid as a lump sum or can be broken up into 6 payments. After all payments are made this includes Lifetime Access to videos.
Doer Fundamentals of Leatherwork and Western Floral Tooling
& Business of Making Bundle
15% off when you bundle!
Unlimited Access to all 12 training Videos for Fundamentals of Leatherwork & Western Floral Tooling
Unlimited Access to all 15 training videos for the Business of Making
BAMS Membership* with access to Makers FB Group
Access to private Business of Making Community
Resource lists of tools and supplies
Lesson Workbooks for The Business of Making
6 monthly Live Q&As for Fundamentals of Leatherwork & Western Floral Tooling
One 30 minute One-On-One video call with Kailey for Fundamentals of Leatherwork & Western Floral Tooling
12 monthly Live Q&As for The Business of Making
One time payment of $1,242.70 USD *
(Originally $1,642 USD *)
Save $219.30
ESTIMATE INITIAL INVESTMENT COSTS FOR TOOLS & MATERIAL
We understand that deciding to invest in learning a trade takes thought and planning. As always better tools make the learning curve less steep however you can start small and add tools as you go. Lastly a lot of tools used in one course can be used in another of the same trade.
Tools to Get You Started:
* Please note that Doer and Dedicated students receive a full, detailed list of tools and resources
Swivel knife
Marble slab
Maul
Handful of basic stamps
Round knife
I love what I do; even on the bad days when I scrap my ugly projects and am pulling my hair out because I can’t find childcare willing to drive this far from town. I love being a leather worker and I’m pretty sure that I’m ruined for life when it comes to ever working for someone else again. I love preserving the western trades and passing my knowledge down to future makers. I love the gritty salt-of-the-earth and wonderfully kind people I meet along the way in this western lifestyle. I love living a rare life most won’t understand. I love being a maker.
— Kailey K.
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