How to make a headstall?

[mrm]

Hi. My husband and I are wanting to experiment with making our own headstalls. However, we have not the first idea as to where to start. I need advice on what kind of leather I need, where to buy the leather, and how I should go about starting the process? Any information will be a great help!

[Elton Joorisity]

Purchase Tom Hall's "Western Tack Tips" and More Western Tack Tips" through Hidecrafters. Leather choice is entirely up to you and what you like to use ie, latigo, harness or veg tan.

[jockey]

Hi. My husband and I are wanting to experiment with making our own headstalls. However, we have not the first idea as to where to start. I need advice on what kind of leather I need, where to buy the leather, and how I should go about starting the process? Any information will be a great help!

Hei I have made lots of headstalls or bridles as we call them over here, my email is woodley2110@yahoo.com if you email me i send you some pics etc they too big to post on here

best regards

and Hei to everyone

Tony from England

[TrooperChuck]

If you have a Tandy Leather Factory store near you, pick up one of their "Horse Tack Accessory" pattern packs. They have patterns for halters, bridles, breast collars, hobbles, and other stuff. The patterns are simple and none of it is difficult to make. Later, as your skills improve, you can look for more advanced patterns.

The people in the store can give you advice on what kind of leather and tools you'll need.