Rawhide Cheyenne Roll & Standard Cantle Bindings: Master the Art of Saddle Finishing

Instructor: Zachery Holyoak
Course Length: 1.5 hours | Lessons: 30
Skill Level: Intermediate–Advanced

Master rawhide cantle bindings like a pro.
In this course, Zachery Holyoak teaches you how to install both a Rawhide Cheyenne Roll and a Standard Cantle Binding. You’ll learn how to properly cut, shape, and stitch rawhide for clean, durable, and professional-looking results. With expert tips on hydration, stabbing, and stitching techniques, Zach makes rawhide more approachable—even if you’re tackling it for the first time.

Whether you’re looking to refine your saddle-making skills or add durability and beauty to your next build, this course gives you the confidence to get it right.

What You’ll Learn:

• How to prepare rawhide for binding, including pre-stretching and edging
• Step-by-step installation of the Cheyenne Roll
• Proper stabbing and stitching techniques for rawhide
• How to finish and trim for a polished result
• Techniques for installing and stitching a Standard Cantle Binding

Inside the Course:

• Supplies & Rawhide Prep
• Installing and Stitching the Cheyenne Roll
• Finishing the Cheyenne Cantle Binder
• Installing and Stitching the Standard Binder
• Final Finishing & Project Review

Included with Membership:
✅ 140+ professionally filmed courses
✅ Downloadable patterns & checklists
✅ Monthly live Q&As with expert instructors
✅ Supportive artisan community
✅ Ongoing new course drops

About the Instructor:
Zachery Holyoak grew up in the saddle shop alongside his grandfather and has been passionate about leathercraft since his first Tandy kit at age 13. In 2019, he joined Burns Saddlery, where his dedication and skill quickly advanced him to foreman of the barrel line. With expertise spanning every stage of saddle making, Zach loves sharing his knowledge to help others grow in the craft. When not working leather, you’ll find him outdoors in the Utah mountains, hunting and spending time with his family.