That moment when a client texts “Can I pick up my order tomorrow?” and you haven’t started... Got these tooled Vans done with 15 minutes to spare!1yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Leathercraft
Miss Mona worked her first full-sized cows today! She was rather pleased with herself for getting them moved to a new pasture.3yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/dogswithjobs
Keeping cattle away from the rear of the feed truck isn’t his favorite part of ranch work, but he does a fine job anyways.3yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/dogswithjobs
400 miles down, 800 to go! Heading to work calving season on a ranch in ND, and they’ll be working just as much as I will. They’d better enjoy the rest while they can!3yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/dogswithjobs
The young learning from the experienced! Mona had her first close contact with cattle today. Still too young to be in the pen, but she worked the fence with me while Dixon loaded them.3yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/dogswithjobs
Waiting for a tornado to pass is never fun, but it sucks significantly less with these goons around!1yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/BorderCollie
My teacher was the lowest paid teacher in the US. She made $6,300/year, so she survived by owning and running the bar in our tiny town (pop. 27 at the time). She passed away last week. RIP ‘Teacher’4yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/OldSchoolCool
This little girl was tuckered out by her first afternoon in the leather shop! Still need to come up with a name for her.1yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/BorderCollie
This old pup crossed the rainbow bridge today, but he did it on his terms.5yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/dogpictures
Just finished up this guitar strap! Just over 8,000 beads went into it.4yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/somethingimade
My SO must be gunning for Husband of the Year - he made me this kickass little wood stove to heat my leather workshop!2yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Welding
My two year old nephew wanted a wallet to keep his dollar in, so I made him one for Christmas! Big enough to hold a card when he’s older, and small enough it should still fit in his back pocket now.4yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/somethingimade
If you’ve purchased a horse from Landen James, it may have been stolen.5mo ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Horses
My husband makes knives, so I make sheaths. The dirty jokes, however, make themselves... This is one of my favorite builds we’ve done.3yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/knives
We just welcomed Mona to our ranch! As you can see, she’s a proper kind of lady.3yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/BorderCollie
Went to snap a pic of Mona during her first snowfall, and my heart melted faster than the snowflakes.3yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/BorderCollie
Decided it was finally time to get a maker’s mark and start stamping our handmade Damascus knives with our brand.4yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Blacksmith
I hate snakes, but I like how this hair pin turned out anyways.5yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/somethingimade
After 20 rides, Paint’s ready to learn the ropes -pun intended! She’ll be used doctoring calves this winter.3yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Equestrian
Lucky isn't spry enough to work cattle anymore, but he seems to be happy with his transition to riding in the feed truck.6yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/dogswithjobs
I love when handrail jobs are straightforward and simple! Hardest part on this was making the lambstongue, and that was pretty easy!4yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Welding
I needed a new desk, so I built one! 100yr old cherry and spalted poplar boards, hand-forged twisted legs.6yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/somethingimade
I think I have too many hobbies... and none of them share the same tools. Beading, leatherworking, and blacksmithing to make a belt/knife combo.4yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/somethingimade
This was one of the most challenging, but most fun belts that I’ve made!4yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/somethingimade
I come from a family of makers. Yesterday I was married wearing a dress my mama made and hair pin my husband made, in front of an arbor my husband also made, while he wore a belt that I made. The bouquet flowers were leather and copper, made by my brother and parents.5yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/somethingimade
My two-year old nephew really wanted a wallet to keep his dollar in. I figured I’d make one he could keep - big enough for a card when he’s older, small enough it should still fit in his back pocket!4yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Leathercraft
My husband got a project bass that needed a facelift, and he let me make him a leather cover for it! A little cowboy style never hurt...4yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Luthier
Just finished up this long wallet! Card slots on one side, and two money pockets.2yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Leathercraft
I’ve never done a person before, so I had a bit of fun with today’s practice piece... Tomorrow I’ll do the ‘real’ tooling project!4yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Leathercraft
Another pic from my ‘makers’ wedding - here are the copper roses my brother made (and the necklace a friend made)5yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/somethingimade
I love it when customers have cool ideas! This has been one of my favorite belts so far.4yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Leathercraft
When the twist Damascus is so loud that it disguises your maker’s mark... worth it!3yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Blacksmith
My grandma loves all things sunflower, so I thought I’d made the perfect Christmas gift! Just found out she’s worn clip-on earrings this whole time. Back to the drawing board...4yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/crafts
I’ve been wanting to make a beaded headstall for ages, and I finally got an order for one!4yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Leathercraft
The face of a dog who just realized retirement is AWESOME. Meet Lucky, the old man of the ranch.6yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Eyebleach
My husband makes knives, so I make sheaths. The dirty jokes, however, make themselves...3yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/somethingimade
Sunday sketching! I’ve got a good bit of tooling to do this week.3yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Leathercraft
Well, it’s only April, but I think I’ve peaked for the year... It’ll be tough to beat this as my favorite project!4yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Leathercraft
This might be my favorite knife that my SO made this Christmas! Canister chainsaw Damascus, twisted and drawn out.3yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Blacksmith
Nashville Broadway bars are demanding that musicians pay to play during CMA Fest6yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/ChoosingBeggars
This is the face of a dog who realized that retirement means riding IN the feed truck instead of watching gates. Meet Lucky, the old man of the ranch.6yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/MadeMeSmile
Just finished this belt! I need to think of a name for this beading pattern, I really like how it turned out!2yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Beading
First successful canister Damascus and first attempt at brass bolsters! What can I do to improve my etching game?5yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Blacksmith
First 2021 project is finished! I really like how this pattern turned out.3yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Beading
It may not be as good as Heaven will be, but it's gotta be pretty dang close.6yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Horses
I needed a new desk, so I made one! This was my first big blacksmithing project, but I love how it turned out!6yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Blacksmith
Figured my service dog/part-time cowdog deserved a nice going-to-town collar, so I made him one!6yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/dogswithjobs
Finished this tooling on Tuesday, shipped it on the way to the hospital that evening, and had my baby by 1am Thursday. Nothing like a successful photo finish!2yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Leathercraft
I never figured I’d be the type to carry a fixed blade, but having married a blacksmith, now I won’t leave the house without a good knife!3yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/EDC
I couldn't buy a soundhole plug to fit my weird Ibanez, so I made one!5yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Leathercraft
Blue Duck is feeling a bit colicky tonight. Looks like I'll be getting my steps in!6yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Horses
My favorite Christmas present I made this year! Pedal tractor pulling sled5yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/farming
I love when clients have neat ideas! A different take on a tooled leather cap patch.3yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Leatherbanter
It's not the typical r/somethingimade fare, but my SO and I made a pickup bed5yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/somethingimade
A few years ago, I was pretending to be fine while struggling with depression and severe PTSD. I finally met a man who convinced me that I was worthy of happiness. Today he asked me to spend our lifetime helping each other achieve our dreams.5yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/happy
I love when I can combine all of my assorted hobbies into one order!4yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Beading
I finally complained enough about needles stuck on syringes and lost pliers - my SO figured out a handy solution! Now to convince him he needs to build me a new knife so I can have one with the needle notch...3yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Ranching
Tonight is opening night for the first musical I've been in! Can't wait to get witchy in a few hours!6yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/musicals
I was told that this belonged here. My first attempt at tooling leather - a running w dog collar6yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/oddlysatisfying
This adorable little girl will be joining our family in November! Still trying to come up with some name ideas, so I can see what fits once we meet.3yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/BorderCollie
The belt that matches the cap I posted yesterday! Working on a phone holster to complete the trifecta.3yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Leatherbanter
I changed my resist and antique, and love the new results! ProResist and Feibings Paste5yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Leathercraft
4,875 Czech 11/0 beads - This order was what made me expand my leatherworking into beading. I'm so glad I did!5yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Beading
I was kinda sad to deliver this belt. It was my first time combining beading and tooling, but I loved how it turned out!4yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Beading
I made myself a new tool block last night. Maybe someday it can be full of Beards and Kings...4yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Leathercraft
Might be the coolest pair we’ve sold! Hand forged Damascus knives, with tooled sheaths featuring a steer skull and an armadillo.3yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Leathercraft
What 1 minute left on the clock looks like at the World Horseshoeing Classic6yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Equestrian
Found a stack of 90's Highlights Magazines when helping a friend move6yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/nostalgia
Nothing makes you appreciate welding clean steel indoors quite like welding old oil pipe and sucker rod on a windy day.6yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Welding
Christmas orders are going to get a bit interesting... our little shop is growing in early January! What baby-related items should I make?3yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Leathercraft
A raven totem pendant, inlaid in water buffalo and on a kangaroo lace braid!4yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Beading
When you put your makers mark upside down, the only solution is to arrange the photo so it looks intentional...3yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Leathercraft
What 1 minute left on the clock looks like at the World Horseshoeing Classic6yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/blacksmithing
I made two more dog collars! Basket weave and something else. Odd note: different leathers that were sealed/antiqued the same yielded VERY different results.6yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Leathercraft
My second attempt at leathercraft, and first time tooling. Running W dog collar6yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/somethingimade
An entire backseat to himself, yet he chooses to ride shotgun and sleep like this.6yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/AnimalsBeingDerps
My guy introduced me to blacksmithing. He also makes anvil stands! He's not on Reddit, but I thought y'all might enjoy these shop stands.6yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/blacksmithing
I was skeptical when asked to tool roughout, but I kinda love the outcome!5yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Leathercraft
I’ve got a fair bit of tooling for this week! Chap yokes, garter, and guitar strap. Patterns all approved, time to get to work!3yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Leathercraft
It's Draft Horse Day (Agricultural heels) at the World Horseshoeing Classic today in Kentucky. Go USA, but Team Great Britain was INCREDIBLE to watch.6yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/blacksmithing
Techniques for dyeing the beveling on the letters? (Explained in comment)5yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Leathercraft
Any clue what brand this might be? About 2 pounds, can barely make out an ARM and possibly L on the lower side of the center.5yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/Blacksmith
All four status updates within one hour. Very badass posting skills. Be careful playing with fire.6yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/iamverybadass
I’m getting a custom saddle tree made by WYO Saddle Trees. What woods have interesting edge grain, like this zebra wood does? Once in a lifetime build, so I want something neat!3yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/woodworking
Broadway bars charging musicians to play during CMA Fest6yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/WeAreTheMusicMakers
This crossbreed heifer's white hair is really long but her gray hair is super short. Reddit, meet Ass Mullet.6yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/mildlyinteresting
Thanks for your help identifying the spalted poplar in the middle! Finally got my desk finished and moved in!6yr ⋅ justacountrygirl ⋅ r/woodworking
