It's that time of year again when we start begging, pleading and generally making odd noises and facial expressions in an attempt to get you to submit articles for 2016 magazines!
There are some basic rules:
1. All articles/photos must be your own work and you must have the rights to use images.
2. Articles must be written in English, please no bad language!
3. Articles should be horse or model horse related in some way
Each magazine has a theme but they are pretty loose, so use your imagination!
February - Colours
April - Performance
June - Literature
August - Costumes
October - Vintage
December - 1980's
We always work hard to fit in every article we receive.
In return for contributing you get a free copy of the magazine and of course the chance to see your work be published!
To submit articles or for information about subscribing to our magazine please contact me at: catriona@chestnutridge.co.uk
Thank you :D
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Thursday, 31 December 2015
Tuesday, 29 December 2015
Charlie
Finally we get to see Charlie in colour, I cannot wait to get her, she is the sole reason I joined for next year!
Django
The new sculpt for the Stablemate Collector's Club has been released and he is just adorable.
Isn't he cute? I just love his little hooves! I can't wait to receive mine.
Isn't he cute? I just love his little hooves! I can't wait to receive mine.
Friday, 25 December 2015
Holly and Ivy
A special order for Collector's Club Members this Christmas day!
Monday, 21 December 2015
2016 Christmas Horse & New Nokota
Pictures found on Facebook but believe they belong to Seranata on Blab hence the hyperlinks not actual inserting of images!
First up Christmas horse:
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And the appaloosa Nokota:
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First up Christmas horse:
https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xaf1/v/t1.0-9/12376261_10153811308079776_4003130439859962700_n.jpg?oh=50e11ba94a6b3ea4cc42f89a0dc9cceb&oe=57101448
And the appaloosa Nokota:
https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/v/t1.0-9/12391920_10153811308209776_3511184682095107768_n.jpg?oh=4c75f7ab0a5c5bb4b64b302d870a3da7&oe=571BE6BE
Sunday, 20 December 2015
More 2016 Breyer
Some more ones for you:
Classic American Pharoah
2016 Horse of the Year - Harper
Rock & Roll Forever
Race Horse & Jockey
Stablemate Valegro
Classic American Pharoah
2016 Horse of the Year - Harper
Rock & Roll Forever
Race Horse & Jockey
Stablemate Valegro
Friday, 18 December 2015
Sneak Peak of New Breyer Stablemate
They've released a sneak peak of the new Stablemate Collector's club model.
Looks like it has a nice head, not much more to say apart from that!
Looks like it has a nice head, not much more to say apart from that!
Breyer Club Members
If you are a Breyer Collector's Club member then go check out the homepage!
I was there simply by chance and found they are offering the grullo and bay roan AQHA's for sale!
I bought them both :p
http://www.breyerhorses.com/club_home
I was there simply by chance and found they are offering the grullo and bay roan AQHA's for sale!
I bought them both :p
http://www.breyerhorses.com/club_home
More 2016 Breyers
Yay more Breyer news :D
First up we already know about Sweet Pea but there is more info and a rug so I've added her in!
Sweet Pea - comes with blanket & bracelet
Scooter - Also comes with blanket and bracelet
Rocky - the same, comes with blanket and bracelet
Cherry Creek Fonzie Merit
Cortes C
First up we already know about Sweet Pea but there is more info and a rug so I've added her in!
Sweet Pea - comes with blanket & bracelet
Scooter - Also comes with blanket and bracelet
Rocky - the same, comes with blanket and bracelet
Cherry Creek Fonzie Merit
Cortes C
Saturday, 12 December 2015
Two New Commissions
Amongst the coursework and parcel packing I've managed to finish off my last pre-Christmas commissions.
These little adorable ponies will be heading off to Holly Mayes, which means I may get to see them on the show circuit next year *yay*
First up is a pink unicorn. Made with one of our resin unicorn horns. Beautiful pink coat with cherry blossom and sparkles!
Second is an adorable pinto foal. I just love this little guy! I'm so happy with the way he turned out
These little adorable ponies will be heading off to Holly Mayes, which means I may get to see them on the show circuit next year *yay*
First up is a pink unicorn. Made with one of our resin unicorn horns. Beautiful pink coat with cherry blossom and sparkles!
Second is an adorable pinto foal. I just love this little guy! I'm so happy with the way he turned out
Friday, 11 December 2015
Bobby Jo & Forever Saige - 2016 RR's!
Looks like there won't be much of a wait for these guys to come out as regular runs!
I adore the Bobby Jo mould, so can't wait to see her in a new colour. Be interesting to see Forever Saige in a new colour as well.
http://www.breyerhorses.com/index.php?fa=PAGE.view&pageId=7843
I adore the Bobby Jo mould, so can't wait to see her in a new colour. Be interesting to see Forever Saige in a new colour as well.
http://www.breyerhorses.com/index.php?fa=PAGE.view&pageId=7843
Marshall
A rather nice new addition to the Lakeshore collection:
He's a limited run of 20 so you'll have to be quick to grab him!
Scroll down the page to find him:
http://www.lakeshorecollection.com/gallery.html
He's a limited run of 20 so you'll have to be quick to grab him!
Scroll down the page to find him:
http://www.lakeshorecollection.com/gallery.html
DONKEY!
Did I scream that loud enough???
Apparently part of the 2016 range - meet Hickory Hills Wall Street
Apparently part of the 2016 range - meet Hickory Hills Wall Street
Wednesday, 9 December 2015
New Design Truck & Trailer
Check out the new colours! I'm loving the blue.
Although maybe it has a few mechanical issues...
Also note the doll - Nadia we have already, but who is this nice blue jumpered doll? Maybe someone can tell me or maybe she's new!
Here is mystery doll again, this time opening the trailer
Although maybe it has a few mechanical issues...
Also note the doll - Nadia we have already, but who is this nice blue jumpered doll? Maybe someone can tell me or maybe she's new!
Here is mystery doll again, this time opening the trailer
Lucky - In Colour
The picture has been updated and you can now see the second Vintage club model in colour (sort of)
OK so the image isn't great but still, can't wait to get him!
OK so the image isn't great but still, can't wait to get him!
Friday, 4 December 2015
Everything Else Emerald Green Live
If your looking for a fun day out then this is definitely it!
This show is all about fun and the schedule definitely reflects that. We will also annoy Brendon by giving him Birthday cake at lunch (it's his 30th Birthday so we can all point and laugh).
Date: 1st May 2016
Location: Lewknor, Oxfordshire
Classes For: Fun, Breed, Handmade CTF, Newcommers, My Little Pony and Workmanship
Entry Fees
General - £15.00
Less Than 20 Models - £10.00
Proxy - £5.00
Spectator - £2.00
If you'd like to come or would like a copy of the full schedule then please just drop me an email: competitions@chestnutridge.co.uk
Or if you are on Facebook why not join the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/435869266624232/
This show is all about fun and the schedule definitely reflects that. We will also annoy Brendon by giving him Birthday cake at lunch (it's his 30th Birthday so we can all point and laugh).
Date: 1st May 2016
Location: Lewknor, Oxfordshire
Classes For: Fun, Breed, Handmade CTF, Newcommers, My Little Pony and Workmanship
Entry Fees
General - £15.00
Less Than 20 Models - £10.00
Proxy - £5.00
Spectator - £2.00
If you'd like to come or would like a copy of the full schedule then please just drop me an email: competitions@chestnutridge.co.uk
Or if you are on Facebook why not join the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/435869266624232/
Schleich Advent Calendar Funs
Just like last year I'm building up a scene using the bits. Although a little harder than last year!
This year I went for the horse one, I liked the farm one but I did love the two horses in the horse one so thought I might as well go for that one. Maybe I'll go for the fairy one next year, who knows!
Anyway I haven't been updating you guys...so here are four days worth in one!
Day 1 - Introducing Mr. Hugh Grant
Day 2 - Day two were a tack set, clearly designed for the other horse (which judging by door sizes you get on the 24th). So I made Hugh wear it. He was not amused.
Day 3 - Day 3 provided us with some cute little rosettes. I decided to add a fence into the scene from my box full of Schleich stuff just so I had something to work with!
Day 4 - TODAY! So we've caught up. Today we got some boots. Definitely won't fit Hugh! So they sorta got propped in the corner as well.
This year I went for the horse one, I liked the farm one but I did love the two horses in the horse one so thought I might as well go for that one. Maybe I'll go for the fairy one next year, who knows!
Anyway I haven't been updating you guys...so here are four days worth in one!
Day 1 - Introducing Mr. Hugh Grant
Day 2 - Day two were a tack set, clearly designed for the other horse (which judging by door sizes you get on the 24th). So I made Hugh wear it. He was not amused.
Day 3 - Day 3 provided us with some cute little rosettes. I decided to add a fence into the scene from my box full of Schleich stuff just so I had something to work with!
Day 4 - TODAY! So we've caught up. Today we got some boots. Definitely won't fit Hugh! So they sorta got propped in the corner as well.
Thursday, 3 December 2015
Forever Saige in the Flesh
She has arrived.
She's an interesting one. I keep looking and thinking "she isn't that bad" and then I look again and think "yea she's awful" and then change my mind again.
I do love her face though, that is definitely the nicest part about her.
Her conformation, however, not good. That neck is just insane.
I'm also confused re colour. Like what colour is she actually meant to be? Who knows. Complete mystery. This is one model that will not be getting pedigree!
Shot with flash shows up the weird white roaning? (is it roaning? who knows)
O I should probably add her name is CRS Llama Drama
Gorgeous face
She's an interesting one. I keep looking and thinking "she isn't that bad" and then I look again and think "yea she's awful" and then change my mind again.
I do love her face though, that is definitely the nicest part about her.
Her conformation, however, not good. That neck is just insane.
I'm also confused re colour. Like what colour is she actually meant to be? Who knows. Complete mystery. This is one model that will not be getting pedigree!
Shot with flash shows up the weird white roaning? (is it roaning? who knows)
O I should probably add her name is CRS Llama Drama
Gorgeous face
Friday, 27 November 2015
Amazing Amarillo AR & AC Live
Entries are now open for our third live show of 2016, the awesome, the amazing, Amazing Amarillo AR & AC Live.
Grab your breakables and grab a space, there is a great selection of sections at this show.
To enter please email: competitions@chestnutridge.co.uk
Show Information
Date: 02/04/2015
Location: Lewknor, Oxfordshire, UK
Sections: Artist Resin (Traditional & Classic), Artist Resin (Littlebit, Stablemate & Micro Mini), AA China, Artist China, Artist Resin & Workmanship
Entry Fees
General: £15.00
Less than 20 Models: £10.00
Spectator: £2.00
Proxy: £5.00
Grab your breakables and grab a space, there is a great selection of sections at this show.
To enter please email: competitions@chestnutridge.co.uk
Show Information
Date: 02/04/2015
Location: Lewknor, Oxfordshire, UK
Sections: Artist Resin (Traditional & Classic), Artist Resin (Littlebit, Stablemate & Micro Mini), AA China, Artist China, Artist Resin & Workmanship
Entry Fees
General: £15.00
Less than 20 Models: £10.00
Spectator: £2.00
Proxy: £5.00
More New CollectA
Brace yourself....the first one is stunning....
This is a Black Forest Stallion, OK so bad breed choice, BUT OMG!
And a Gypsy Foal
The Grevy's Zebra is also lovely
This is a Black Forest Stallion, OK so bad breed choice, BUT OMG!
And a Gypsy Foal
The Grevy's Zebra is also lovely
Wednesday, 25 November 2015
More Tack
I'm finally getting there with commissions! Only two customs and a feltie left to do. I can do this, I can get them all done by December. *positive thoughts*
So here is some more tack that I finished off at the weekend.
First up brown tendon boots:
Secondly brown open fronted tendon boots:
Thirdly some brown reins:
And fourth a brown in hand bridle, as you can probably tell I'm out of kangaroo leather lace which meant I had to use this horrible stiff cow stuff. Not nice to work with. An order of leather lace from Australia is definitely being made today!
So here is some more tack that I finished off at the weekend.
First up brown tendon boots:
Secondly brown open fronted tendon boots:
Thirdly some brown reins:
And fourth a brown in hand bridle, as you can probably tell I'm out of kangaroo leather lace which meant I had to use this horrible stiff cow stuff. Not nice to work with. An order of leather lace from Australia is definitely being made today!
Saturday, 21 November 2015
More 2016 CollectA
This is the only other horse to be released, the Ardennes Stallion
But I though the Schnauzer was also worth a share because he's cute!
But I though the Schnauzer was also worth a share because he's cute!
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