CERTIFIED CHAP MAKER

CERTIFICATION CRITERIA FOR

CHAP MAKER

A chap maker should possess the skills of a tailor and a leather worker, rolled up into one person. He/she should be able to fit men or women taking into account different body shapes. Ideally he/she should also be able to make a fabric lined vest.

Styles of chaps to make

Rodeo chaps for rough stock riding

Show chaps

Zippered shotguns

Batwings

Chinks

English schooling chaps

Retro styles, such as woolies

Vests, for men or women

Repairs

Replace zippers

Alter chaps to make larger or smaller in leg circumference

Knowledge base

Know about basic human shape and how a leg garment fits

Understand how to cut leather for purpose at hand

Know leather terms

Know hardware and hardware terms

Be conversant with dress rules for various competitions as to the kind of chaps used

and worn currently

Skills

Able to tailor chaps and vest to fit most individuals

Able to sew leather on machine for job at hand

Able to carve and stamp leather for trim on chaps