Tack, Props and Miniatures by Nichelle
This has been one of those weeks where I had a bunch of things going on all at once. It's all good, but I didn't have much time for hobby stuff. I've started working on the cutback/saddleseat saddle for Hamilton, and so far it's been slow going. The perfectionist in me wants to make sure … Continue reading Busy
When I was working on the red browband for this double bridle, I made sure to take photos of each step so I could share them here. I also managed to delete said photos before uploading them to my computer. 😑 So that was annoying. But the browband came together nicely, and I'm very happy … Continue reading Almost done, but not quite
Believe it or not, I haven't abandoned my saddleseat project. I just had to set it aside for a while. I've recently come back to it and am determined to make more progress, even if said progress is small. It's gotten more keepers since I last posted photos. I got the noseband completed too. I … Continue reading Bridle Progress
Slowly, but surely, I am making progress on the saddleseat set for Hamilton. I decided to start with the bridle. I've never attempted a double bridle before so this has been a challenge. It's also very delicate. I'm splitting 1/8" lace for 1/16" straps to reduce bulk on the model. The leather lace came from … Continue reading Being Intentional
Last week I managed to hurt my wrist at work. It's nothing bad, just sore. I know better than to push through it, so I've been taking it easy and it's been getting better. In the meantime, I've been prepping for a new tack project. I've decided that Hamilton needs a Saddleseat set. I know … Continue reading Tack Prep
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