Pendleton Cattle Barons is proud to introduce our Leather Tooling Contest, supporting the Cattle Barons Scholarship Program while celebrating the craftsmanship of Western artisans. Each entry will receive feedback from three different judges to help you refine your skills and showcase your best work.

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We invite you to submit your finest tooled leather notepad cover—a functional piece that highlights traditional craftsmanship and originality. Entries will be on display in the arena concourse during the Pendleton Cattle Barons event, allowing you to share your work with the public.

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Submission Information

• Project: Western tooled leather cover for a 5”x7” notepad

• Design & Construction: Open to your creativity, but will be judged on construction and tooling (see criteria below).

• Entry Fee: $100 per entry ($50 to scholarship fund, $50 to payout)

• Return Shipping Fee: $15 (if unable to pick up in person)

• Total Fees: $115 (entry + return shipping)

• Payouts: 1 place paid per 5 entries (e.g., 1-5 entries = 1 place, 6-10 entries = 2 places, etc.)
   

Judging Criteria (10 points per category)

Construction:

• Functionality

• Originality

• Stitching

• Edges

• Dye/Finish
   

Tooling:

• Swivel knife

• Bevels

• Shading

• Originality

• Tool use & variety
   

Entry Deadline & Shipping Information

Entries, printed entry forms, along with a check or money order for fees and return shipping ($115 total), must be received on or before Thursday, May 1st, by Noon.

• Send entries to:
  Joe Meling - Twenty Three Plus
  1400 SW Court Ave
  Pendleton, OR 97801

• Entry Form Information: Use the button below to download/print the form