Working on Hoof Mitts
Ponies need shoes too.
Hoof mitts are available on the web. There are a few latex hoof mitts out there (and i do love latex) but it seemsto be no good supply of leather pony mitts. Puppies have many options for paws, but ponies have to shoe themselves. my goal it to change that.
So, i have started working on a prototype fore hoof. i hope to be able to sell these in the future through Shadowforge.
Design: my plan is to have a heavy leather hoof shell (with horseshoe) on a padded leather mitt with lockable strap and extra Dee rings (extra attachment points are good 🙂 )
So far, i have made the prototype’s hoof shell and am working on the mitt portion.
Now, time to break out the sewing machine.
Field Expedient Bit & Bridle
Awhile ago i came across The Veterinarian’s artwork. i have always like his imagery. (Veterinarian on deviantart)
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Recently, my Trainer and i decided to try out the “Easy Ponygirl Bitgag“. Looking around the house, i found some paracord and a 3/8” wood dowel. It took me longer to whittle the notches in the wood (about 10 minutes) than it took to tie the harness. I opted for using keyrings instead of knot loops.
The bit is held tightly in the mouth. The bridle stays securely on the head, even through a fair amount head shaking.
My Trainer liked the idea of a bridle that could be get wet, dirty and be easily cleaned, so she challenged me to make a sturdier version. i came up with this:
Braided Paracord Bridle by Shadowforge
Yay, colours; though i still like OD green for when i have to be a tactical pony.
Shadowforge is Open for Business.
Shadowforge Farrier & Tack Supply* is open for business.
The goal of my store is to sell ponyplay gear that i create.
Right now, i am selling Braided Cord Bridles. i decided to make these bridles to sell to people that want low-priced custom ponyplay tack.
In the future i hope to offer other specialty items like hoof mitts and boots (hopefully).
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