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Trade Shows 2010

9th annual Leatherworkers Trade Show

November 12th & 13th , 2010

NePendleton Oregon @ the Pendleton Convention Center

Hi Folks, We had a great show this year even with attendance down about 20% to 25%. People didnt seem to mingle long. They had a list and came and got their needs and left. Sewing machines sales were slow with both companies with only a few sales at both boothes. Oregon Leather and The Leather Factory did great as always but I think Barta Hide did really weel on Friday as well as Bob Douglas Tools. Over all we think this was a very good show and look forward to next years.

Folks, if you can you need to attend this show. With 20 expected exhibitors we are able to give them the speace that they need to put alot of merchandise out on display. And as we all know they dont like to take it home once they put is out.

We have already booked this show for next 2 years and it will be bigger and better. Expected instructors for this year will be - Myself - Ron JeanBlanc, Monty Beckman, Ty Skiver, Ben Bork, Barry King, Chuck Smith and JD Benner. We will be updating this list through out the year and will get dates and times listed for pre-registration for classes.

Show Hours are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm each day

This is the 9th Annual Ferdco Leather Trade Show.

Come and see the following Exhibitors!

Pendleton Exhibitors

Oregon Leather - leather, Tandy Leather Factory- leather, , George Barta Hide - leather - Ron's Tools- Hand tools, Barry King Tools- Hand tools, Bob Douglas Tools - Hand tools, Wayne Jueschke - Hand tools, Hansen Western Gear - Silver and silver jewelry, Bee Natural - Horse Care Products, Sheridan Leather Outfitters- Leather, tools and leather related products Herb Bork & Son's - Cast Hardware, - Bronson knives -Hand tools - Weber Stirrups - stirrups, . Gomph-HackbarthTools - hand tools - Cobra Sewing Machines - sewing machines , Van Amberg Leather - Exotic leathers - Chaps & More - Ivan Sampson - Burnishing tool - Chuck Smith Tools - Stamping Tools, Great Basin Leather - Andy Stevens

Pendleton Convention Center Address - 1601 Westgate - Pendleton Oregon 97801 - 541-276-6569

Classes -

Andy Steven - 775-778-9292 - Sheridan Style Carving and Stamping -

About Andy Stevens

Andy has made a move and settled in Elko with his wife Heidi. This will give him the opportunity to futher evolve as a master saddle maker, silversmith, artist and cowboy.

Growing up on his family's ranch in Nebraska, he learned to appreciate the value and beauty of well made gear and it is this appreciation that drives him to create functional works of art today.

Andy's work is used and admired by individuals from all walks of life, from everyday cowboys to the President of the United States. From headstalls to handbags, briefcases to bucking rolls, the process is the same. Build it right, build it to last and build it beautiful.

This class is for those people that want to improve on their stamping and carving techniques. This is a 2 day class and will cost $250.00 per student. Tools are required and class is limited to 15 students. If you are interested and want to sign up, please call Andy for more information. Classes will start at 9:00 am and go to 4:00 pm Wed. 10th and Thur 11th. You can email Andy at andy@andystevens.net or call him at 775-778-9292. To see some of Andy's work go to his website @ www.Andystevens.net

- Joe Benner - 541-567-3533 - Building a Wade Saddle- Watch Master Saddlemaker Joe Benner build a saddle in 3 days. Joe has done this class for 3 of our shows and his students have all learned many of the tips and tricks on building an exceptional saddle in a short amount of time. This class is for new and experienced makers. Please call Joe for the times and place of the class. The cost of the 3 day class is $395.00. Please call Joe with any questions yu have about the class for the start times and location of the class.

Ben Bork - 509-588-3348- Cincha Making Class. Watch Ben, with Bork & Sons Cinchas make a cincha then make your own and take it home at the end of the day. Not only will you take home a cincha but also a free kit to make your own. Cincha making supplies and hardware will be available for purchase. Cost for the class is $125.00. The class will be held at the Pendleton Trade Show (Nov. 11th, 2010). This class is for anyone interested in making cinchas. Please call Ben with any questions you may have as well as the starting time of the class. Space in the class is limited.. Call and reserve your chair! Please call the # above to register.

Ron JeanBlanc from Ferdco- 800-245-0197- Sewing Machine 101 - I will go over most of the basic detail on how and what to check to make your machine Stitch perfect. It does not have to be a Ferdco for you to learn about your sewing machine! 99% of what is taught will apply to all sewing machines. This will be about a 3 to 4 hour class - It will be held on the afternoon of Thursday Nov 11th at 1:00 at the convention center. Notebook and paper for notes is all you need - cost is $30.00 ea person. Please call the # above to register. Groug Rates available!

Chuck Smith - "Ol Smoothie" will teach a class on carving and stamping with his tools. Chuck has been in the tools and has been leather tooling for over 40 years and is a leading expert in his field. If you are interested in improving your skill and technique this is a must take class. The classes will be Thursday all day. 9:00 to 4:00. Cost will be $65.00 per half day. The seminar was extremely informative. The quality of the instruction and the manner in which it was presented was very professional. Joe started work on the saddle and was able to explain each step as he went along. He demonstrated a number of skills and mechanics that saved time but in no way decreased the quality of the saddle. He also showed us different ways to save time and gain the same results. Joe has a great deal of knowledge and experience that he is more than willing to share." Joe Marshall - Marshall Saddles - Cedar City UT.

I attended Joe Benner's saddle making class in Pendleton OR during Ferdco's November Trade Show. I thinnk Joe did a remarkable job of covering all the material in just 3 days. Satified student" Randy Black - Milton-Freewater OR. Thank-you !

--MOTELS & HOTELS--

7-Inn
I-84, Exit 202 - 74149 Barnhart Rd
Phone: (541) 276-4711 or 1-800-REG7INN (734-7466)
www.7inn.com

Best Western/Pendleton Inn
Exit 210 off I-84 - 400 SE Nye Avenue
Phone: (541) 276-2135 or 1-800-528-1234
Deluxe continental breakfast. Restaurant nearby. In-room phones, non-smoking rooms, ADA facilities, HBO and cable, exercise room, seasonal swimming, spa. Meeting facilities. Major credit cards. Pets welcome with fee. 69 units.
www.bestwestern.com

Econo Lodge
Exit 209 of I-84 - 620 SW Tutuilla Road
Phone: (541) 276-8654
Restaurants nearby. AAA 2-Star. AC/Heat, in room coffee & phones, non-smoking rooms, handicap rooms, parking, remote TV with HBO & expanded cable. Major credit cards. Pets allowed in specific areas. Kitchenettes available. Microwaves & refrigerators in all rooms. 51 units.
email: gm.or109@choicehotels.com
www.econolodge.com

Holiday Inn Express
Exit 210 off I-84 - 600 SE Nye Avenue
Phone: (541) 966-6520 or 1-800-HOLIDAY (465-4329)
Fine amenities include: cookies in the afternoon, enhanced continental breakfast, USA Today, 24 hour coffee and tea, and HBO. Kids stay free. Indoor pool and hot tub. Pets accepted with permission. Rooms with view of Blue Mountains. ADA facilities. Free high speed internet. 64 units.
www.hiexpress.com

Knights Inn
105 SE Court Avenue
Phone: (541) 276-3231 or 1-877-722-8277
Located in the same building as Stetson's House of Prime. Air Conditioning, in-room phones, non-smoking rooms, full cable & HBO. Wireless Internet. Pets allowed. Major credit cards. Meeting rooms. 47 units.
email: knightsinn97801@yahoo.com
www.knightsinn.com

Motel 6
Exit 210 off I-84 - 325 SE Nye Avenue
Phone: (541) 276-3160 or 1-800-466-8356
Restaurant nearby. In room phones, outdoor pool, laundry facility. Pets allowed. 92 units.
www.motel6.com

Mountain View RV Park
1375 SE 3rd Street
Phone: (541) 276-1041
100 spaces. Daily, weekly, monthly rates. Laundry and showers. Full hook-ups, tent spaces. Easy access to I-84 East & West and Hwy 395 North & South. Beautiful views. Meeting Facility and mini-storages. (Exit 210)
email: rvpdt@oregontrail.net

Oxford Suites
Exit 209 off I-84 - 2400 SW Court Place
Phone: (541) 276-6000 or 1-877-545-7848
Welcome to the newest suites in town! Complimentary full breakfast buffet and evening appetizers with drinks. Indoor pool and Jacuzzi. Convention Center nearby. Pets allowed. All rooms have microwaves, refrigerators, irons & boards, coffeemakers, and DSL. 87 units.
http://www.oxfordsuitespendleton.com

Pendleton Underground Tours Working Girls Hotel/Condo
17 SW Emigrant Avenue
Phone : (541) 276-0730 or 1-800-226-6398
Experience the 'real west' at the Working Girls Hotel. Once a bordello, now they are beautiful turn-of-the-century suites with antique furniture. An experience you won't forget in downtown Pendleton! Open June - Oct. 5 Units

Red Lion Hotel
Exit 210 off I-84 - 304 SE Nye Avenue
Phone: (541) 276-6111 or 1-800-REDLION (733-5466)
The only full service facility in Eastern Oregon. You'll find all amenities of a first-class hotel with restaurant, lounge, swimming pool, hot tub, full meeting and convention facilities. ADA accessible. 170 units.
www.redlion.com

Relax Inn
205 SE Dorion Avenue
Phone: (541) 276-3293

Rugged Country Lodge
1807 SE Court Avenue
Phone: (541) 966-6800 or (877) 7RUGGED
The only bed-and-breakfast motel in town. Completely renovated (2004). Affordable rates. Luxury queen beds. Down bedding. Spa-quality amenities. Boutique details in suites and standard rooms. Expanded complimentary gourmet breakfast. 24-hour customer service. When the road leads you to Pendleton, let Rugged Country Lodge be your 'home away from home.'
email: mail@ruggedcountrylodge.com
www.ruggedcountrylodge.com

Super 8
601 SE Nye Avenue
Phone: (541) 276-8881 or 1-800-800-8000
Restaurant nearby. Air conditioning, in-room phones, non-smoking rooms, ADA facilities. Major credit cards. Pets allowed. Indoor pool. 50 units.
www.super8.com

Traveler's Inn
310 SE Dorion Avenue
Phone: (541) 276-6232
Fax and Phone: (541) 276-6231
40 guest rooms with air conditioning/heat pumps, telephone, cable TV, private baths, and at door parking. Night's stay includes a Continental breakfast. Most rooms offer a refrigerator, microwave, and free coffee. Complex includes outdoor heated pool and hot tub-open March to September. Convenient location, close to downtown Pendleton. Pets are welcome.
www.travelers-inn.net

Travelodge
411 SW Dorion Avenue
Phone: (541) 276-7531
AAA approved. Restaurants nearby. Air conditioning, in-room phones, non-smoking rooms, movies and cable. Major credit cards. Pets allowed. Recently remodeled. Free high speed internet. 36 units.
www.travelodge.com

Wildhorse Resort & Casino
I-84, Exit 216 - 72777 Hwy. 331
Phone: (541) 278-2274 or 1-800-654-WILD (9453)
100 rooms, including whirlpool suite. Indoor pool, spa sauna, free continental breakfast, meeting facilities. Adjacent to championship golf course, casino, restaurant, RV Park, museum, and travel plaza. View of the Blue Mountains.
www.wildhorseresort.com

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