How to Make a Lead Rope for Your Horse

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Making your own durable lead ropes for your horse lets you choose the length and colors you want. Make ropes to match your stable, school or team colors or just have a few different colors to suit your mood. A few basic tools and some supplies from your hardware store are all it takes to […]

How to Make a Braided Horse Rein

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Braided reins are versatile and practical, and can be used for riding and leading. When you are riding, they look smart and afford a good grip. You could also make a longer version of this rein to use for lunging or groundwork. Making your own simple braided rein is satisfying, and cheaper than a shop-bought […]

Elastic Shock Cord

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Elastic Webbing and Shock cord are textile products that contain strands of rubber, either synthetic or natural rubber. Shock Cord consists of a braided jacket of a textile fiber such as nylon, polypropylene or polyester. This braided jacket is tightly braided over a core of rubber. When the shock cord is stretched, the braided jacket […]

Shoelace (How Products Are Made)

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Shoelace Background It is understand how important shoes are for protecting feet from hazards and weather, and proper fit is necessary to maximize protection and comfort for the shoe’s wearer. The shoelace is one way to ensure the proper fit, and a simple pair of laces, costing less than two dollars, can make all the […]