Tack, Props and Miniatures by Nichelle
This weekend I finished a hunter bridle, made to fit the Cantering Welsh Pony. For a "tack maker" I really don't make that much tack. 😅 I'm trying to correct this, but progress is slow. I think I'm getting better at bridles? I've started so many English bridles but this is the first I've finished … Continue reading Pony Bridle
When I was leaving work last week, I spotted two robins. I get really excited when I start seeing robins again, because to me, they are a reminder that yes, spring is coming and yes, winter will end. Even though this winter was unusually mild, some Montana winters definitely feel like they're going to last … Continue reading Birds, Bridles and Current Events
I have another tutorial for you all today, this time on braided cotton reins. I'm basing my reins off of these by Tough-1: Finished set: They're pretty simple to make. This is the same method I used to create reins to go with a Barcoo bridle. In that case, I created two braids with buckles … Continue reading Tutorial: Braided Cotton Reins
Finally, this saddle is finished! I can't say this is the same saddle that I started four years ago, because it isn't. It had to be completely re-worked. However, the vision I had for it remained the same, and honestly? I think it came out a lot better than it would have if I had … Continue reading Done!
The next step was to cover the seat piece. To give a little more shape to the seat, I added a crescent shaped piece of felt: I used a thin faux suede fabric to cover the seat. It doesn't fray easily, but I did go around the edges with black Edge Kote just in case. … Continue reading One More Saddle Update
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