THE PERFECT PLACE TO BEGIN YOUR BRAIDING JOURNEY.
Learn to braid leather—the accessible way to start.
Master braiding fundamentals and create everything from jewelry to accessories—without the prep work of rawhide.
Taught by Scott Gore | Full-Time Braider
Masters Level Braider - International Federation of Leather Guilds
WHY THIS COURSE
Leather braiding is just as rewarding as rawhide. But way more forgiving.
Rawhide takes years to master.
You have to manage moisture, work fast before it dries, and commit serious shop time.
Leather? It's plug and play.
You can braid for 10 minutes, walk away, and pick it back up tomorrow exactly where you left off.
No moisture to manage. No rush. No pressure.
It's the perfect way to learn braiding fundamentals.
Or, build a side business creating jewelry and accessories people actually want to buy.
From basic braids to finished pieces
Tools & How to Use Them
What you need and how to work with leather.Making Braiding Soap
Keep your braids smooth and workable.Core Braiding Techniques
4-strand, 6-strand, and 8-strand braids.Button Knots
Spanish Ring, Heel Knot, Bomba Zurda, 1-string long, and multi-string buttons.Cutting & Beveling String
Precision work that makes clean braids.Making Scarf Slides
Functional accessories that sell.Making Bracelets
Wearable pieces you can gift or sell.
Why leather is the smart place to start
If you've been intimidated by rawhide…
The prep work, the timing, the space requirements…
Leather gives you all the skills without the stress.
You'll learn the same braids, the same buttons, the same techniques.
But you can do it on your kitchen table, in short bursts when life allows.
And if you decide to move up to rawhide later?
You'll already have the foundation.
— Scott Gore
This course works whether you're brand new or testing the waters.
Let's Talk Tools
What you'll need to get started:
Leather braiding uses the same basic tools as rawhide, but you skip all the hide prep equipment.
Essential tools:
String cutter (or quality precut leather lace)
Splitter
Draw gauge
Digital calipers
Awl or fid
Good news for Doer & Dedicated students:
You'll receive a free starter kit with wooden dowels and paracord to practice with before buying leather. Plus, the complete tools and resources list.
Choose The Level That Fits Your Goals
Dabbler Tier
Instructional course videos
Perfect for self-starters who want the instruction without the extras.
What's Included:
Lifetime access to all 12 course videos
Learn at your own pace, on your own timeline
What's Not Included:
Live Q&A sessions
Community access
Resource downloads
1-on-1 calls with Nevada
Doer Tier
Everything you need to succeed
For makers who want the full experience—community, resources, and live support.
What's Included:
Lifetime access to all 12 course videos
Access to BAMS Makers Facebook Group
Complete tools & supplies resource list
6 monthly live Q&A sessions
ONE 30-minute 1-on-1 call with Nevada
Pay in full: $712 (save $50)
Dedicated Tier
Personalized mentorship with Nevada
For serious makers ready to go all-in with direct feedback and guidance.
What's Included:
Everything in the Doer tier, PLUS:
SIX monthly 30-minute 1-on-1 video calls with Nevada
Priority support and personalized feedback
Option to purchase additional calls after 6 months
Pay in full: $1,382 (save $100)
Bundle & Save
Fundamentals of Silversmithing +
Business of Making
Learn the craft AND how to turn it into a business.
What's Included:
Doer-level Fundamentals of Silversmithing course
Complete Business of Making course
Both communities and all resources
Combined live Q&A access
Originally $1,462 — Save $219.30
Dabbler Tier
Instructional course videos
Perfect for self-starters who want the instruction without the extras.
What's Included:
Lifetime access to all course videos
Learn at your own pace, on your own timeline
What's Not Included:
Live Q&A sessions
Community access
Free starter kit
Complete resource list
1-on-1 calls with Scott
Doer Tier
Everything you need to succeed
For braiders who want the full experience—community, resources, and live support.
What's Included:
Lifetime access to all course videos
Access to BAMS Makers Facebook Group
FREE starter kit (wooden dowel & paracord, mailed to you)
Complete tools & supplies resource list
6 monthly live Q&A sessions
ONE 30-minute 1-on-1 call with Scott
Pay in full: $712 (save $50)
Dedicated Tier
Personalized mentorship with Scott
For serious braiders ready to go all-in with direct feedback and guidance.
What's Included:
Everything in the Doer tier, PLUS:
SIX monthly 30-minute 1-on-1 video calls with Scott
Priority support and personalized feedback on your work
Option to purchase additional calls after 6 months
Pay in full: $1,382 (save $100)
Bundle & Save
Intro to Leather Braiding + Business of Making
Learn the craft AND how to turn it into a business.
What's Included:
Doer-level Intro to Leather Braiding course
Complete Business of Making course
Both communities and all resources
Free starter kit
Combined live Q&A access
Originally $1,462 — Save $219.30
From hobby to income stream
Leather braided jewelry sells. Bracelets, scarf slides, keychains—people love handmade accessories with Western flair.
Some of Scott's students make pieces for themselves and gifts for friends.
Others have turned it into a steady side income.
The beauty of leather braiding?
Low overhead, small time commitment, high perceived value.
You can braid in front of the TV at night and have finished pieces to sell that weekend.
Testimonials
Ready to start braiding?
Enrollment opens April 1-14, 2026.
Join the waitlist to get notified the moment registration opens.
Questions? Email us at info@beamaker.school
Ready to level up to rawhide?
Once you've mastered leather braiding fundamentals, take the next step with Scott's Intro to Rawhide Braiding course.
Quarterly enrollment: April 1-14, 2026
Questions or gift certificates: info@beamaker.school
