Glove Care Business Customers

The Craftsman’s Certified Relacer (CCR) program is designed for individuals who want to perform professional glove relacing work under recognized standards and build legitimate glove-service businesses.

This certification confirms that a craftsman has completed training, demonstrated proper techniques, and meets the relacing standards established by The Craftsman’s Works.

Professional glove relacing certification for baseball and softball gloves and mitts

• Verified professional glove relacing skills
  
• Consistent standards for quality and workmanship
• Commitment to proper glove care and longevity
• Alignment with The Craftsman’s Works brand values
  

Certification focuses on baseball and softball gloves and mitts only.

What Certified Relacers Receive

• Craftsman’s Certified Relacer Designation
  Official recognition as a Craftsman’s Certified Relacer.
  
• Authorized Use of Certification Branding
  Use of official Craftsman’s Certified Relacer logos and badges in marketing and communications.
  
• Professional Relacing Training
  Instruction covering proper glove relacing methods, lace selection, and glove-safe preparation.
  
• Basic Cleaning & Leather Conditioning Instruction
  Guidance on properly cleaning and conditioning glove leather to maintain structure, proper flexibility, and longevity.
  
• Access to Discounted Premium Products & Apparel
  Eligibility for exclusive discounts on Craftsman’s Works glove care products and branded apparel.
  
• Optional Directory Listing Eligibility
  Opportunity to be listed in the Craftsman’s Certified Directory to help customers find verified glove professionals.

Craftsman’s Certified Directory

Verified Glove Professionals

The Craftsman’s Certified Directory connects players, collectors, and coaches with certified glove craftsmen across the country.

Certification does not automatically include a directory listing.

Listings are optional, limited, and reviewed individually to maintain quality and trust.

Directory Listing Levels

Standard Listing

• Name, city, and state
• Certification badge
• Customer contact link

Pro Listing (Limited Availability)

• Featured profile page
• Bio, photos, and service details
• Enhanced directory placement
• Eligible for customer referrals
• Top regional placement
• Eligible for priority and high-value glove leads

This Program Is a Good Fit If You:

• Are looking to grow as a glove relacing business
• Want to perform professional glove relacing work
• Care about standards and long-term glove integrity
• Are building (or planning to build) a glove-service business
  

This Program Is Not a Good Fit If You:

• Are looking for casual hobby instruction only
• Want certification without accountability
• Are not willing to follow established standards

Contact The Craftsman’s Works for listing availability and requirements.

The Craftsman’s Works offers wholesale access to its premium glove care products for:

• Retailers
• Training facilities
• Glove service businesses
• Certified craftsmen
  

Wholesale partners receive consistent supply, professional-grade products, and brand-aligned support.

Contact us to learn more about wholesale opportunities.

For craftsmen and businesses looking to grow beyond hobby-level work, The Craftsman’s Works provides one-on-one consulting focused on:

• Business start up guidance
• Pricing glove services
• Workflow and efficiency
• Branding and positioning
• Social media strategy
• Scaling glove care operations
• more...

Consulting is limited and offered by application.

Contact us to inquire about business consulting availability.

Whether you’re looking to:

• Become a certified glove relacer
• Carry premium glove care products
• Grow a glove-focused business
  

We’d love to hear from you.

Contact The Craftsman’s Works to get started.