Tack, Props and Miniatures by Nichelle
BreyerWest is next week! Slowly, but surely, I've been working on getting things done and making sure I have everything. I'm nervous (about everything like usual) but also really excited. It's been around 5 years since I've been to a live show, and I've only been to 3 total. I'm really looking forward to it. … Continue reading Basic Pony Pouches
It's November, so you know what that means! To be honest, I've been working on Christmas stuff off and on since early October. I need the time because Christmas sneaks up faster every single year. But I won't decorate anything till after Thanksgiving... I do stick to that fairly well! 😅 Anyway, a lot of … Continue reading Strap Improvements
To finish the edges of a blanket or saddle pad, I use bias binding. This can be purchased pre-made at any fabric or craft store, in varying widths, folds and colors: While it's convenient to purchase, pre-made bias has it's downsides. It can be expensive, especially if you're using a lot of it. You are … Continue reading Making Your Own Bias Binding
Tools & supplies post can be found here Next up in this "sewing series" of posts - quilting! I stitch all of my english saddle pads on my sewing machine. Yes, pre-quilted fabric does exist. There is a really nice in-scale material that a lot of tack makers use, however, I've only seen it for … Continue reading Quilting Fabric for Saddle Pads
Over the past few years, I've done a lot of sewing. What started as making stuff for my models led to a full-time job for a linen company as a mender/seamstress. (I've since then taken over another position with the company, but still sew when we're short-handed, which is often... but that's off topic...) Also, … Continue reading Sewing & Model Horses – Tools & Supplies
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