Not many people know, but I'm a fan of horses! I use to watch the show Saddle Club a ton, I've gone to many rodeos, and have dreamed of one day owning a horse of my own. That of course hasn't happened yet, but when I was at a yard sale a few years ago I found a pretty horse for my dolls!
Today I'm going to show you how to make a custom horse bridle for your doll's horse! It's so fun and much easier than it looks. Let's get started!
First you'll need a few supplies:
- Parachute Cord in any color (Like the kind you use to make bracelets. I got the 18 ft and it was plenty!)
- Duck Tape
- Scissors
- Ruler
Once you have all you need measure and cut a piece of cord 12 inches in length.
Then measure another piece 7 inches in length.
Form the 12 inch piece into a half circle and place the 7 inch piece beneath it. Make sure that the half circle is somewhat centered.
Use duck tape to connect those pieces together. Then with the 7 inch bottom piece, turn that into a small circle.
Put duck tape all around it to secure.
It should look something like this! :)
Now measure a piece of cord 11 inches in length.
Place that across the top, about two inches down.
See? :)
Now use your duck tape again to secure those pieces together.
Turn that long piece into a circle too and tape together.
Your bridle should look something like this. Use some more duck tape to cover the entire thing if you'd like. :)
Doesn't it look so cute?! To finish off cut a longer piece of cord at least 14 inches to be the reins.
Tape that piece to the smallest circle in front...and you're finished!!
Here's how to put the bridle on your doll's horse. Loop the reins over first...
Slip the big circle on and then the smallest circle, pushing up tight.
Finally, loop the rest over the horse's ears.
Felicity's horse Sugar loves her new bright pink bridle! I hope you have fun making one too. If you do, I'd LOVE to see! Feel free to send a picture at [email protected]
Happy Crafting! What's your favorite animal? :)
