Being jobless and out of school means I have a lot of extra time on my hands. I'm not sure if that's a good thing or not yet. But it's fun to just make tack for hours on end. I've been re-working my old bridles this week. I've got three of them, and they're all … Continue reading Bridles and Halters
Category: Tack
A bridle kind of week
I've been making "nylon" bridles this week. Two black ones were made for an order, with the idea that they could be worn by different models and not need any sticky wax to keep the bit in place. I'm pleased with how they turned out and I hope the new owner is too. 🙂 This … Continue reading A bridle kind of week
Not Dead.
Just being quiet, like usual. My attention has been focused on school, finishing up final projects and such. I only have one  more left to finish, then it's time for summer break! (which, hopefully, will involve a job) Finishing up is kind of sad. I really enjoy my classes and the projects I've gotten to … Continue reading Not Dead.
More halters!
Halters, halters, always halters... but I really enjoy making them so... I'm happy with how this one turned out. Skiving leather is becoming easier, as is making tongue buckles. This set's headed for ebay tomorrow or Monday. This week also brought the new Marwari to my herd. 🙂 I'm thrilled Breyer's got a mold for … Continue reading More halters!
I actually finished the saddle.
Yes. It's got issues, of course. There are some angles of it I deliberately chose not to get pictures of, they're that bad. But it is my third attempt at an english saddle, and I think it's an improvement over this one? Here are some pics of it on a horse: (ignore the pad- it … Continue reading I actually finished the saddle.




