No-Guesswork Belt Sizing

Instructor: George Cubic
Course Length: 1/2 Hour | Lessons: 8
Skill Level: Intermediate

Getting the size right is one of the biggest challenges in custom belt making. Pant sizes vary, and even a client’s favorite belt can be misleading after years of stretching and wear. The result? Belts that don’t fit—and wasted leather.

In No-Guesswork Belt Sizing, you’ll learn how to create a reusable sizing belt that delivers accurate, reliable measurements every time. This tool is simple to make, lasts for years, and takes the stress out of sizing.

With this course, you’ll gain the confidence to know your custom belts will fit perfectly—without relying on guesswork.

About the Instructor:
George Cubic has been working with leather since 1976, starting with tack repair during his time as a U.S. Air Force Airman. Over the decades, he studied traditional methods from cobblers, harness makers, and icons like Al Stohlman, developing mastery in stitching, stamping, and fabrication. Today, he runs Viktor George Leather Goods in Ajo, Arizona, where he creates rugged, repairable leatherwork while passing on his skills through classes, social media, and publications. His work has been featured in ShopTalk! Magazine (now Illume Connect Magazine), and he continues to inspire both new and seasoned makers.