Tack, Props and Miniatures by Nichelle
I have no intention of creating any Arabian tack tutorials anytime soon. It's not because I'm trying to "hoard all my secrets" or something like that. It's partially because I'm still rather new to costume-making, and will be the first to admit that I still have lots left to learn! Another reason is that I … Continue reading Arabian Tack Reference
Several years ago I posted a picture of some muck buckets I had made from recycled Jello cups. This isn't exactly a tutorial for that, but since I was making a new one I figured I would get some pictures as I went along. They're really, really simple. I scratched the use-by dates off with … Continue reading DIY Hay Nets and Muck Buckets
Thanks to a tip I picked up from Christine, a few weeks back I sent away for some free fabric samples. They're meant for ordering slip covers or curtains or blinds... but of course I had other things in mind... The first batch was perfect for making saddle pads. All I had to do was … Continue reading Instant Saddle Pads
I've been asked how I make my lead ropes many times. It's simple, really, but kind of hard to explain. There are two different ways I've done this. The first is to take a length of string/floss/whatever, cut twice as long as the length you want it to be. If you wanted a ten-inch lead, … Continue reading Twisted Leads
I've gotten a few questions about how I set things up for pictures, so this post will be an attempt to share that. This isn't meant to be a tutorial on model horse photography or photography in general. I'm no where near experienced enough to write up one of those! (If you're looking for a … Continue reading How I Photograph My Models
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