Tack, Props and Miniatures by Nichelle
The bulk of my reference photos exist in a folder on my hard drive. That folder is divided into sub-folders, which are further divided into sub-sub folders. It's an ever-growing collection of pictures and information that would leave me pretty upset if something were to happen to it. (Back up your stuff people. Seriously.) I'm … Continue reading Reference Book
I can't focus. Here's today's mess: Well. Every project has an ugly stage, right? I turned my attention to another saddle instead: This was my second ever English saddle. It's got a lot of issues but I thought I would give it an update of some sort today. The skiver leathers were the first thing to … Continue reading Stupid saddles.
My blue costume is frustrating me. What to do? Start a brand new one, of course! But this time, let's make it fully embroidered... It doesn't look like much, but I've already put several hours into these three pieces of fabric. The little diamonds aren't perfect but I'm trying not to care. I think trying … Continue reading Starting over. And stuff.
I've made a little more progress on my next costume. The halter is nearly complete... Tassels have been tied... ... and are being attached to the collar, one by one. However, the actual saddle is proving to be a pain. I spent a good amount of time embroidering and re-embroidering the seat, finally coming up … Continue reading Practice makes perfect?
I ended up making a bunch of saddle pads throughout the week: They're rather simple - fabric, felt and bits of leather - but they seem to look all right. Sometimes simple really is best, isn't it? I'm much happier with these than the cross stitched one I made a while back. They're not as … Continue reading Saddle Pads
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