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Lost my best horse..horse hair jewelry?
Posted: Fri Oct 13, 2017 3:02 pm
by Jan & PJ
I just lost my 13 year old mare that was born and raised on our place to an unusually aggressive cancer. I saved some tail and mane hair and would like to have something made from it. Has anyone had some horse hair jewelry made? If so who do you recommend for it? I really want to keep a part of this beautiful soul close to me.
Re: Lost my best horse..horse hair jewelry?
Posted: Fri Oct 13, 2017 4:06 pm
by Sunshine2Me
I'm very sorry for your loss.
I know PaulaO had some beautiful pieces made from Bob's tail that she was very pleased with. I hope she will chime in.
Re: Lost my best horse..horse hair jewelry?
Posted: Fri Oct 13, 2017 4:26 pm
by Dapple Field
I'm sorry. (((Hugs)))
Re: Lost my best horse..horse hair jewelry?
Posted: Fri Oct 13, 2017 4:43 pm
by PaulaO
I am very sorry for your loss. I had a ring and a watch made by Penny at ponylocks.com and a bracelet by Trisha at galladesigns.com Both are beautiful pieces and Penny and Trisha were lovely to work with. Very respectful. I recommend them both.
Re: Lost my best horse..horse hair jewelry?
Posted: Fri Oct 13, 2017 6:58 pm
by angela9823
Very sorry to hear about this.
We had a group make a horse necklace and bracelet set for a friend. It turned out wonderfully. They used three horses' groups of hair to make them.
Re: Lost my best horse..horse hair jewelry?
Posted: Fri Oct 13, 2017 9:42 pm
by Srhorselady
I'm so sorry. It hurts especially when you lose them so young. I've looked at a lot if the jewelry but haven't indulged. I did get a horse hair vase several years ago when I lost Homer on the colic surgery table. I really enjoy having it and the memories when I look at it.
Re: Lost my best horse..horse hair jewelry?
Posted: Sat Oct 14, 2017 1:00 am
by Jan & PJ
Thank you all so much. It was such a shock. Had an awesome ride on her 6 weeks ago and now she is gone. I'm devastated. Thanks for the suggestions. I'll keep checking back for more. Here is a pic of my sweet girl.
Re: Lost my best horse..horse hair jewelry?
Posted: Sat Oct 14, 2017 2:50 am
by Koolkat
She is so very, very cute. She was lucky to have you for her entire life. Condolences for your loss.
Re: Lost my best horse..horse hair jewelry?
Posted: Sat Oct 14, 2017 2:54 am
by khall
Jan I am so sorry. It hurts so much when we lose them so unexpectedly.
Re: Lost my best horse..horse hair jewelry?
Posted: Sat Oct 14, 2017 11:21 am
by Flight
So sorry for you loss
That's a beautiful photo.
Re: Lost my best horse..horse hair jewelry?
Posted: Sat Oct 14, 2017 12:38 pm
by StraightForward
I'm so sorry to hear this; she looks lovely and I hope you're able to have a wonderful keepsake made.
Re: Lost my best horse..horse hair jewelry?
Posted: Sat Oct 14, 2017 2:28 pm
by Tanker-yanker
(((Hugs))) and then another (hug).
Re: Lost my best horse..horse hair jewelry?
Posted: Sat Oct 14, 2017 3:55 pm
by Hayburner
So sorry for this unexpected and heartfelt loss. Such a beautiful and kind eye she had.
No suggestions on a jeweler.
Hugs and healing vibes coming your way.
Re: Lost my best horse..horse hair jewelry?
Posted: Sun Oct 15, 2017 1:06 am
by Backyarder3
So sad, hope you get a nice momento made with the hair.
Re: Lost my best horse..horse hair jewelry?
Posted: Sun Oct 15, 2017 1:22 pm
by WheresMyWhite
Jan & PJ, so sorry for your loss {{}}
Re: Lost my best horse..horse hair jewelry?
Posted: Mon Oct 16, 2017 3:34 am
by lorilu
So sorry. Lou Petty makes fabulous jewelry. A few friends have had necklaces made and they are not only beautifulbut they seem to be lasting weel! She also makes some of her own silver fittings.....
http://loupetty.com/
Re: Lost my best horse..horse hair jewelry?
Posted: Mon Oct 16, 2017 3:22 pm
by LeoApp
This woman does the most gorgeous and unique work ever. I have a bracelet made from my horse's tail hair and I treasure it.
It's expensive but highest quality work.
http://nannasalmi.com/ribbon-styles/
Re: Lost my best horse..horse hair jewelry?
Posted: Tue Oct 17, 2017 11:18 am
by Jan & PJ
Thank you all so much for your sympathy. I'll feel the pain of this loss for years to come. It is not all darkness however as the little yearling filly I rescued 2 years ago is really stepping up to the plate and showing herself to be brave and wise beyond her years. It will be really hard to not go too far too fast with her. Thanks for the recommendations on jewelry. Both make some really lovely pieces!
Re: Lost my best horse..horse hair jewelry?
Posted: Tue Oct 17, 2017 11:35 pm
by Ryeissa
I'm so sorry!
I'm so glad you have some happy moments with the filly.
Re: Lost my best horse..horse hair jewelry?
Posted: Wed Oct 18, 2017 10:25 pm
by Baroque
So sorry (((hugs)))
I still haven't had anything done with Merlin's hair... but I should get onto it soon so that I have something special from him.
Re: Lost my best horse..horse hair jewelry?
Posted: Thu Oct 19, 2017 1:14 pm
by Angfreda
I have hair from Yo and Melly that I have been trying to figure out what to do with, the bracelets and things just aren't something I would likely care for well, and therefore would never wear them.
Recently saw these and think I will get 2 to fill with each of their hair, they have a rubber ring so that if they do get in water it's less likely to ruin them:
https://www.amazon.com/EVERLEAD-Diamond ... EREFTZTC7F
Re: Lost my best horse..horse hair jewelry?
Posted: Thu Oct 19, 2017 1:34 pm
by Sunshine2Me
For those who would like something other than jewelry, I have ordered several pieces from here, and I have loved each of them. She does a beautiful job.
http://www.myhorseart.com/