Dan Ames -Maker-

06/25/2026

Here’s my entry for the “Made for the Ride” Challenge a fundraiser held in Elko Nevada to support the Cowboy Arts and Gear Museum . It will be available at via online auction August 24-September 4. It is a 3/8” sixteen plait bosalita. Body is red scraped hide with natural nose and heel knot incorporating red interweaves

06/05/2026

And so it begins

05/28/2026

Latest set off the bench

05/19/2026

If you plan on coming to the Woodruff Gathering, let me know so we can plan on meals

05/09/2026

This was my entry for the Fid Braiding contest at the Pendleton Rawhide Gathering

04/17/2026

Woodruff Gathering will be June 5-7th

01/03/2026

10/26/2025

My entry for the 2026 Cowboy Arts Gear Show and Auction January 17-30th in Elko Nevada.

08/22/2025

Bidding is now open for the “Made for the Ride” challenge. Lots of nice stuff available.

Welcome to our online fundraising auction! 📣Each item up for bid has been handcrafted by skilled artisans who are passionate about keeping authentic western trades alive. These makers represent generations of knowledge and craftsmanship that define the cowboy way of life.How it works: A portion o...

07/09/2025

5/8” New Mexico bound