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Leather is a flexible, durable material that is used for a variety of things. Being that leather is the hide from live animals, it has many characteristics and markings. It can also be hard to pick out and find quality leather without knowing the proper terms and types.

Saddles are considered the most widely known horse riding equipment. And they have quite an interesting history. Starting from just a simple cloth to an advanced “seat” that provides comfort to not only the rider but the horse. Humble Beginnings It is said that horses have been domesticated as early as 3000 BC. Without a saddle, humans rode horses bareback. You can imagine how hard it would be to charge during a war without a saddle. Thus the need for something arose. Long, uncomfortable rides resulted in the realization that something was needed to make riding more comfortable. They need...

Our world is filled with machine-made products and items. Of course, in today’s society, it’s important to have the ability to mass produce. But in a world of mass production and manufacturing, it’s hard to find products that are of quality and handmade. Mass manufacturing has made it hard for small businesses to succeed and reach customers. However, small businesses have one foothold--selling handmade goods and products. There is no time like today to understand and see the importance of handmade products. Not only is important, but there are many benefits to buying handmade, and even local products. These products...

With the approach of Father’s Day, Texas Saddlery wants to take some to recognize the holiday that is meant to honor dear old dad and all his hard work. Father’s Day is often overlooked and a brushed off holiday. Falling after an onslaught of holidays including Mother’s Day and Memorial Day, Father’s Day doesn’t always get the recognition it deserves. It’s a day to honor our fathers, grandfathers, and step-dads. Our fathers do a lot and are expected to do even more. They play a variety of roles in our lives and they should be recognized. So this year do...