Another Newbie :) And Horse Tack Questions

[kyliea]

hi! i am just starting to look into making some of my own horse gear- simple stuff like reins and halters to start with, then looking to move on to bridles. i've been doing my own leather repairs for a while now but i'd really like to make some of my own stuff, and i've got some ideas for fun tack that people really like the sound of, like laced reins with coloured lacing. (can't wait to try out my first set!) i think i have a handle on the tools i need to get started, but i'm not sure about what thread i should use to stitch? i intend to use 4-4.5oz bridle leather in a saddle stitch, sewn by hand, but so far the thread choices are really confusing me. so, what do you guys suggest? waxed linen, artificial sinew, braided, gaaah! just looking at all the different types does my head in! please help!! lol

Edited November 30, 2011 by kyliea