Tack, Props and Miniatures by Nichelle
I want to say it's finished but still feel that there are a bunch of little things I need to add or fix first. Still, it's the first saddle I've made in a few years, and the first I've made without using a Rio Rondo kit. (wait, that's a lie... I used the pattern to … Continue reading Saddle Update
I've had this piece of scrap leather for a few years now. It's wrinkled and worn, and when I first got it, it made me want to build an old western saddle, one that's gotten a load of use over the years. I started it a while back, but found it difficult and put it … Continue reading Old Saddle
Western Showmanship halter made to fit Zippo Pine Bar... I'm pretty happy with how it turned out... even though I can see many areas that need improvement. But it is the first time I've made one of these halters, and the first time I've made any halter as detailed as this one.I decided to give … Continue reading Showmanship Halter
I made this one to fit my Joker, but it should fit some of my other horses nicely too:
A recent post on Blab inspired me to give a go at making my own western bits... out of a cereal box! I really love being able to make things from stuff around the house, especially hobby-related stuff. I've been making my own English bits for a while now. Snaffles and D-ring snaffles are so simple and … Continue reading A couple Western bits-
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