الاثنين، 16 ديسمبر 2013

Unique Hand Crafted Horse Hair Jewelry

By Jeannie Chapman


Horse hair jewelry is often created by those who love horses and they understand just how much these animals mean to their owners. They produce unique pieces that can be proudly worn by even the most discerning customers. This type of item makes a wonderful gift for a family member or friend. Gift certificates are also available from suppliers and some of them even offer presentation cases.

This type of item is created by using a sample of hair taken from the horse. The sample is plaited and braided in numerous ways to make bracelets, necklaces, earrings, key chains and other items. It is combined with gold or sterling silver as well as various charms, beads, crystals and precious stones to create beautiful designs.

Most suppliers have websites which allows for comparison of the designs on offer and many offer customization of items too. A necklace may be made from two sections of spiral plaited hairs with a large charm like a mare and foal or a precious stone. A bracelet may consist of a braid with a fancy silver clasp or a silver tube for engraving. Smaller samples can be used to make very fine flat plaits suitable for earrings.

Once a design has been chosen, an order form must be completed and apart from your personal details, some information about your horse may be requested too. A supplier may provide a certificate giving its name or a memorial on a website if the animal has passed away. If you are ordering a bracelet, you will need to provide the wrist measurement.

The hair used is usually taken from the tail of the animal as this has better texture for braiding than the mane. The amount required varies according to the type of item requested and instructions are given on how thick and long it needs to be. The sample is taken from the center of the tail just below the tip of the dock so as to be unnoticeable. Some suppliers even provide photographs on their websites showing exactly how to cut a sample.

Even the smallest sample can be used to make a pair of earrings or a link bracelet with silver links between the braids. Once the sample has been cut, it is simply secured around the thickest part with a rubber band, packaged and sent off. Suppliers usually prefer to wash the sample themselves.

These items are strong and durable, giving many pleasurable years of wear. They are easy to care for but doing rough work like gardening can cause abrasion. Exposure to chemicals can also cause damage and should be avoided as far as possible.. A little water, a gentle shampoo and a soft toothbrush is all that is needed for cleaning.

Horse hair jewelry is created by people who love horses themselves and know how special they are to the recipients. A gift like this is not only durable and lasts many years but carries with it unique memories. It is hand woven into a treasured work of art that can be worn proudly by the most discriminating customers.




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