Heres some moremoney saving tips~!
Hay string rope-
Get old hay strings (baling twine) and turn them into colorful strudy leadropes, lungelines, or even dog leahes. You only need to buy a snap or use an old one.
You need nince hay strings, a strong snap, anda way to keep the strings taut while you're working. If you want a smooth lead, cut off the knots, but if you leave the knots, they will provide better grip. take all nine strings nd run about 8 inches od string through the hole in the base of the snap. Fold the strings over and seprate them into three sections. once this is done, braid the three sections together. The braid is a simple one like used for braiding a huntrs mane. When you reach the end of the rope, tie a knot in it and pull the knot tight.There! you have a ready to use lead rope. if you want to make it longer, adda second set of three strings to each of the three sections, about 12'' beforethe end. This will lock in the new strands. for a thicker rope, simply add more strings to each section. But you must have three equal sections of strings to braid. They can last for years if u use it properly!
Bit cleaner-
If your bit is covered in grime, Boil the bit or clean copper bits with a bit of ketchup! Leave the ketchup on for at least five minutes to let the acidity work its magic!
Cedar chest-
Instead of buying an expensive vinyl covered tack trunks, at flea markets, and antique stores, you can buy a cedar chest! they keep out rodents if you customize it with some paint or elbow grease. You can also use Tupperware or rubbermaid bins!
Old bed linens-
O.B.L are exceptionally versatile. Fitted twin-sized sheets can be made into excellent covers for saddles! Zippered or regular pillowcases will protect you bridles from dust! and for the flat sheets, use clean sheets ripped into 3'' strips for wonderful leg wraps or emergancy bandages!
Thats all for now~~private msg me if any questions!!
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