10/05/2026
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โค Tips and tricks for fall/winter weather and storing your 'valuables' ๐ on my *NEW* semi regular (still a one woman show) column on the website -right on the home page- ๐...
Heres a few I have been preaching for DECADES. ๐โคต๏ธ
๐๐ค๐๐จ๐ฉ๐ช๐ง๐ ๐๐ง๐ค๐ฉ๐๐๐ฉ๐๐ค๐ฃ๐ฆ
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โ๏ธBlot/wipe (don't rub) excess moisture with a clean cloth, then let the piece dry naturally at room temperature. Keep it away from heat sources like radiators, wood stoves, or direct ๐ sunlight, which can cause the leather to stiffen, crack, or warp.
โ๏ธOnce fully dry, apply a thin layer of conditioner to restore suppleness. For items used regularly in wet or muddy conditions โ like chaps, horse tack, or saddle bags โ a water-resistant leather finish/creme or wax can offer added protection without sealing out the leather's natural breathability.
โ๏ธSalt from sweat can also dry leather out faster than plain water. Wipe down any salt residue with a barely damp cloth before it has a chance to set.
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๐ฏ๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐. ๐ฏ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐:
โ๏ธKeep it dry and ventilated: Avoid plastic bags or airtight containers, which trap moisture and invite mould.
โ๏ธAvoid direct sunlight ๐ for long periods: UV exposure over time can fade and dry out leather.
โ๏ธMaintain shape: Stuff bags with acid-free tissue paper if storing for longer periods to help them hold their form. Hang chaps on a rounded hanger, or chaps stand instead of a nail or hook - to avoid irreversably damaging the back belt.
โ๏ธSeparate from rubber or vinyl: These materials can transfer chemicals onto leather surfaces over time.
Pieces used seasonally โ such as chaps or spur straps โ should be cleaned and conditioned before going into storage, NOT after being taken out.
...and even more on the website. ๐ฅฐ
Enjoy the 'before & after' restoration ๐ธ of my own personal saddle by Andy Knight(40+ hours of scraping fly p**p, blood, sweat, and saddle soap off of it๐)...
I really think its time to see if he'll teach me to MAKE ONE with him, do ya think? ๐ค๐ค....
K, off to go walk the Turkeys๐ฆ๐....
Rockin' ALโ๏ธ