{"product_id":"tool-intricate-chap-tops-with-ty-skiver-1","title":"Tool Intricate Chap Tops with Ty Skiver","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"164\" data-end=\"268\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"164\" data-end=\"179\"\u003eInstructor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ty Skiver\u003cbr data-start=\"189\" data-end=\"192\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"210\"\u003eCourse Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5 hours | \u003cstrong data-start=\"223\" data-end=\"235\"\u003eLessons:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21\u003cbr data-start=\"238\" data-end=\"241\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"241\" data-end=\"257\"\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"270\" data-end=\"588\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"270\" data-end=\"313\"\u003eTransform chap tops into a work of art.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"313\" data-end=\"316\"\u003eChap tops aren’t just functional—they’re a canvas for bold, intricate designs. In this course, master craftsman Ty Skiver walks you through tooling a detailed filigree and floral pattern, showing you how to bring western-inspired motifs to life with precision and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"590\" data-end=\"910\"\u003eFrom sketching and pattern tap-offs to swivel knife cuts and advanced tooling techniques, Ty breaks down his process so you can follow along and apply these skills to your own leatherwork. If you’re ready to push your tooling to the next level, this course gives you the insider techniques to make your work stand out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"912\" data-end=\"936\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"912\" data-end=\"934\"\u003eWhat You’ll Learn:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"939\" data-end=\"1008\"\u003eHow to design and sketch floral and filigree patterns for chap tops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1059\"\u003eUsing a swivel knife for clean, confident cuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1136\"\u003eAdvanced tooling techniques with bevelers, shaders, and specialty stamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1192\"\u003eAdding depth and detail to western-inspired designs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1249\"\u003ePro tips for creating balanced, eye-catching layouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1275\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1273\"\u003eInside the Course:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1307\"\u003eSupplies \u0026amp; Project Overview\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1339\"\u003ePlanning \u0026amp; Pattern Transfer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1342\" data-end=\"1367\"\u003eSwivel Knife Techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1370\" data-end=\"1431\"\u003eTooling Demonstration: Bevelers, Shaders \u0026amp; Specialty Stamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1434\" data-end=\"1483\"\u003eFiligree \u0026amp; Floral Details for Finishing Touches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1704\" data-end=\"2267\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1704\" data-end=\"1729\"\u003eAbout the Instructor:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1729\" data-end=\"1732\"\u003eTy Skiver has been a bootmaker and leather craftsman for over 30 years. His work often features western and rodeo-inspired figures—including broncs and cowboy scenes—that have become his signature style. Based in Fallon, Nevada, Ty is the founder of Skiver Bootmakers and is recognized nationwide for weaving hidden artistry into traditional scrollwork. His craftsmanship has been featured in \u003cem data-start=\"2125\" data-end=\"2143\"\u003eWestern Horseman\u003c\/em\u003e and showcased at major western lifestyle events, from Mule Alley in Fort Worth to the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ty Skiver","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45529796083903,"sku":"TOOLING-CHAP-TOPS-SKIVER","price":47.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0683\/7367\/6223\/files\/PXL_20240925_220033614.jpg?v=1777055901","url":"https:\/\/illumeconnect.com\/products\/tool-intricate-chap-tops-with-ty-skiver-1","provider":"Illume Connect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}