Thursday, June 5, 2014

Get Customized Horse Hair Bracelets

By Sally Delacruz


People who love their animals are very likely to enjoy products that allow them to feel close to their four legged friends all the time. Some of the ways one may show their affinity for a certain species or their adoration of a specific creature are lockets, charms and tee shirts. For the devoted equestrian, horse hair bracelets may be the perfect way to carry a piece of their friend on them wherever they go.

These fine pieces of jewelry are actually made from hairs cut directly from the animal, causing no pain at all. The strands are generally gathered from the tail because of their length, thickness and strength. For those who prefer it, there are other items that may be created using the shorter, finer strands from the mane.

Many artisan shops take into consideration that some people who love equines do not own one personally yet still want to wear accessories that make them feel connected. For this reason, they will generally keep a stock of ready made pieces created from random horses that customers can purchase at any time. These wrist decorations are available in a variety of designs, color variations and styles.

A large number of these wrist adornments are custom ordered by equestrian owners wanting to wear something made from their own beloved animals. These can be created from an animal that is still living or one that has recently passed away. Strands from multiple horses can be used in the same piece of jewelry.

Those placing a custom order will be provided with detailed, yet simple instructions for properly collecting the necessary products. Generally, hairs are taken from the sections nearest the tailbone and gathered into a bundle that should be about as thick around as an average pencil. The harvest materials should be banded together at one end and sent to the artist provided address.

Unless the bundle is extremely dirty, most artists will not require that the donation be washed before mailing as they will treat it with products they find easiest to work with. The two main ways of creating the pieces are with a three strand braid, which is flat, or using four in order to get a rounded look. These are then combined and twisted in a variety of ways to generate a bevy of beautiful designs.

To keep the braids in place, many jewelry artists choose to use brass or sterling silver end caps, latches and chains. To add some sparkle or to customize for the client, beads and other adornments are often added to the ropes. Many shops also offer the option of adding personalized charms and engravings to the piece to make the commemoration that much more special.

For a lot of people, this type of jewelry is a simple, yet effective way to maintain some connection with an animal they love very much. Others may choose to sport them as a constant reminder that these creatures represent characteristics like strength, loyalty, peace and beauty. So whether purchased from stock or created through a customized order, they make beautiful accessories and lasting memorials.




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