Tack, Props and Miniatures by Nichelle
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
For the longest time I've been wanting to learn how to make better barrel or gaming reins. The easiest way to make them is with a regular three stand braid, and that looks nice enough: But I wanted to take it further and recreate this in miniature: I did some searching on different paracord braid … Continue reading Tutorial: Miniature Barrel Reins
I'm attempting to make at least one tack piece every month this year. This weekend I had time to put together the first, a western bridle made to fit Breyer's "Wyatt" mold: This was based off a photo of a Billy Royal bridle. I chose it because there were two new things I wanted to … Continue reading January Bridle
