This Thursday, September 2nd, The San Diego North LifeStyle WorkShop will present "The Basics of Leather Care" by Cobi (Southwest Bootblack 2010) & Snowy
This workshop will cover everything you need to know about basic leather care for different types of leather. It is for anyone who would like to learn how to care for boots and their other leather items such as Floggers, Whips and Purses. It doesn't matter what your status is in the lifestyle. Tops, bottoms, Mistresses, slaves…anyone who owns leather should know how to care for it. It’s easy to do and can be a lot of fun!
We will cover cleaning, conditioning and polishing of oil tanned boots, polish boots (and shoes), leather apparel and the care of leather implements.
Please bring any supplies you currently own for cleaning, conditioning or polishing leather. Don't worry if you don't have any, there will be some available for purchase or folks may share. All attendees are encouraged to bring leathers and boots to work on or wear some for others to shine.
What you should Bring for this Hands-On WorkShop
ü Black leather boots or shoes (No suede, patent leather or sandals)
ü Saddle Soap (white is best and not a spray) OR Neutrogena glycerine soap
ü Round applicator brush for soap
ü Quality black polish (Kiwi, Lincoln, Angelus=most popular. Not Parade Gloss!)
ü Huberd’s Shoe Grease (for oil tan boots)
ü Soft horsehair shoe brush. They come in different sizes. Find one that fits comfortably in your hand.
ü Clean, soft, plain 100% cotton rags. These need to be 100% cotton as Polyester blends are too abrasive. If the t-shirt is new it should be laundered several times to soften the cloth but NOT with fabric softener!
ü Hard toothbrush
ü Old towel(s)
ü Comfortable clothes you don’t mind getting dirty
RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED
ü Spray bottle
ü Soft polish dauber brush (not necessary if applying polish with a rag or hand)
ü Kneepads if you’re working/kneeling on the floor
ü Clean nylon socks, pantyhose, knee highs or silk for final buffing
ü Hand sanitizer for use between oil tans and waxes
ü Torch lighter
Cobi is the Southwest Bootblack 2010 and has been publicly bootblacking for two years. He blacks at the Eagle in San Diego and for Anvil Club in LA. He’s bootblacked at many leather events and fundraisers and enjoys working with folks one on one to learn the skill of leather care. Cobi is a voyeur, Sandra's boy, Mama’s Bus Driver, a teacher, and an instigator. Cobi is the workshop coordinator for Club X and proudly serves as Ambassador in the Leather Realm during Pride. He likes electricity, sharp objects, fire, fisting, food play and playing in and under boots.
We have a great location, The Deja Vu Love Boutique, 2130 Industrial Court, Vista 92081 (760)598-5889, seen on the southside of Highway 78 just west of Sycamore Avenue. Take the Sycamore Ave off-ramp. Coming from Oceanside..turn right. If from Escondido..turn left to the first cross street. Make a right turn on Thibido Rd (Union 76 station) Go past Thibido Crt to the next turn on your right (Industrial Crt). Go into the complex, make your first available right and the Love Boutique is on the Southend of that building. Plenty front door free Parking.
The Workshops will take place upstairs on the Balcony the first (1st) Thursday of every month. The Stairs open at 6:30 with a 7:00 p.m. start and a promise to get you out by 9 p.m. There will be a small $3.00 donation, all of which will pay for snacks, soda, water and some presenter costs. You must be 18 years old to attend the workshops. If you would like to be notified of future monthly WorkShops by personal email, please use the following link. .
