Tack, Props and Miniatures by Nichelle
It's been slow going, but I've finally completed another western saddle. This one was based off of a pattern by Shannon Granger-Peele of Riversong Saddlery. You can purchase the pattern from her Etsy shop here. (If you are brand-new to saddle making, I would highly recommend one of Rio Rondo's western saddle kits and put … Continue reading Completed Ranch Saddle
Apparently it's becoming a tradition to neglect my blog every spring, then come back around BreyerFest time. BreyerFest has a way of re-sparking my interest in the hobby. I always enjoy all the pictures and the excitement is contagious. Maybe one of these years I'll go (I say that every year...) but until then, I'm … Continue reading July Update
A while back I came across a few western bridles decorated with leather flowers. I thought it would be cute in miniature, so I put together something similar. The reins were made with a four strand round braid, and are attached with tiny leather laces. I also added leather poppers to the ends, and used … Continue reading Flower Bridle
It's taken a few months, but I've finally finished this showmanship halter. I've been wanting to put this set of Rio Rondo hardware to use for a while now. This is the "Rawlins" design. For some reason I default to halters when I'm struggling with making tack, thinking that they will be an easy project … Continue reading Silver Halter
It's been a few weeks, but I finally had time to add the final details to this saddle. I'm pretty happy with how it came together. Each saddle I complete (this is #7) teaches me a lot. I tried to make it fit the Yvonne/Gracie doll (I really need to give mine a makeover 😅) … Continue reading Completed Saddle
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