Tack, Props and Miniatures by Nichelle
... dye it a darker color and continue on: It's still kind of splotchy in the light. I think the knee rolls came out better than the black ones did though. They fit better, at least. Right now I'm waiting on a Rio Rondo order so the set's on hold for a bit. Maybe I … Continue reading If at first you don’t succeed…
I can't focus. Here's today's mess: Well. Every project has an ugly stage, right? I turned my attention to another saddle instead: This was my second ever English saddle. It's got a lot of issues but I thought I would give it an update of some sort today. The skiver leathers were the first thing to … Continue reading Stupid saddles.
My blue costume is frustrating me. What to do? Start a brand new one, of course! But this time, let's make it fully embroidered... It doesn't look like much, but I've already put several hours into these three pieces of fabric. The little diamonds aren't perfect but I'm trying not to care. I think trying … Continue reading Starting over. And stuff.
I've made a little more progress on my next costume. The halter is nearly complete... Tassels have been tied... ... and are being attached to the collar, one by one. However, the actual saddle is proving to be a pain. I spent a good amount of time embroidering and re-embroidering the seat, finally coming up … Continue reading Practice makes perfect?
I was thinking about giving the Arabian stuff a rest so I could work on some other things, but noooo. Bring on costume #3!
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