Tack, Props and Miniatures by Nichelle
Right now my desk is covered in barely, half, and almost completed projects, all of various importance. The clutter is beginning to bother me but whatever... just as long as things are getting done, right? This morning I had a couple free hours before work, which meant extra time to work on tack! (when did … Continue reading Being Productive
When I first got into the hobby and tack-making (so uh... 12-ish years ago?) I picked up this little wooden box at Michael's. I figured it would make a nice tack trunk since I didn't have the spare change for the Breyer ones. 🙂 I kept it unfinished for a long time. I didn't paint … Continue reading Tack Trunk Makeover
I've decided to take the plunge and offer some of my working-style western pads as made-to-order items. I can currently offer five pad colors, three wear leather colors, any type of tiny flag, and minor adjustments to the size. This is something I have wanted to do for a while. Because of demand and other responsibilities, … Continue reading (Another) Shop Update
Last week I attempted to make another English saddle pad: The end result was ok... better than older attempts I think, but it has plenty of problems. Since then I've been repeatedly sewing more, trying to work out those problems. It's driving me nuts, and has almost become an obsession. (which explains the quiet over … Continue reading Repetition
In between sewing and dying leather, I've been playing around with miniatures again. I've found it really important to give myself days off, allowing time for side projects and stuff that has nothing to do with horses. I know I'll get burned out otherwise... and I'd rather not go through that. Lately I've been making … Continue reading Petite Pets
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