Tack, Props and Miniatures by Nichelle
Dundee's inspired me to try making some Australian tack. I'm not brave enough to make a saddle (yet) but a Barcoo bridle seemed much more manageable. The cheek pieces on this bridle are made from one piece, looping through the bit and the ring at the top. I couldn't get away with my cheater (non-moving) … Continue reading Barcoo Bridle
A couple weeks ago I finished up a set of reflective boots: These have been sitting on my desk for months. It's been a long time since I finished a set of boots like these. The design has been giving me trouble but I think I've solved the issue... hopefully! I'm glad to have them … Continue reading More Reflective Tack
I used to make A LOT of Arabian tack. It's been several years since I've made anything new, and while I've tried to get back into it, the interest just isn't there right now. But it was really appealing to me when I first got started in the hobby. I was really inspired by Liz … Continue reading Early Arabian Tack
Last week I couldn't find one of my western cinches. My collection of tack is completely unorganized and chaotic, so this was no surprise. But it left me frustrated enough that I decided that SOMETHING needed to be done. So I collected all of my tack (plus a few Breyer pieces and a handful from … Continue reading Organizing My Tack Collection
Recently I was inspired to try making another English saddle. I don't build saddles very often... I've mentioned before that I find them intimidating, but at the same time it's something I want to do more often and want to get better at, and like so many other things I'm into, I won't get better … Continue reading Adventures in Saddle Making
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