I'm not a fan of the mould (although she does have a nice face) but I do like the colour, very rich.
Wednesday, 9 March 2016
Namib
Check out the latest BreyerFest Special Run!
I'm not a fan of the mould (although she does have a nice face) but I do like the colour, very rich.
I'm not a fan of the mould (although she does have a nice face) but I do like the colour, very rich.
Tuesday, 8 March 2016
Understanding Model Railway Scales
This comes up a lot so I thought I'd do a brief explanation of model railway scales, what they mean, and what scale they actually are!
First of all...scales...
What do they mean?
A scale is usually represented as a ratio e.g. 1:9 scale.
The left hand number represents 'real life' the right hand number represents 'model life'.
So basically what this means is that for one real horse, you would have nine model horses.
This means that the larger the number on the right the smaller the model.
So say you had a horse that was 162cm high (for the curious this is around 16hh).
The 1:9 scale model would be 18cm high.
The 1:12 scale model would be 13.5cm high
The 1:24 scale model would be 6.75cm high
The 1:32 scale model would be 5.0625cm high
The 1:64 scale model would be 2.53125cm high
So as you can see the larger the number on the right, the smaller the model horse.
So what about model railway scales?
Well these are the common scales:
G - 1:22
O - 1:43-1:48
OO - 1:76
HO - 1:84
N - 1:148 - 1:160
As you can see the scales aren't always consistent, they vary between different countries and manufacturers, sometimes quite considerably! Which can be quite problematic!
So how do our model horses fit in with this?
Well the most common small scale is Mini Whinnie which is 1:64 scale and therefore falls somewhere between O-OO.
Below shows a mini whinnie with an OO scale item:
And another:
As you can see Dog Food looks a little large!
But do not fret, you can often use your imagination and a bit of creativity to utilise items to fit in with 'our' scales. For example you can use trees such as the one shown as topiary in show jumping courses, or build up the hedges to double height for a more realistic finish.
As with all things model horse, it is all about creativity!
First of all...scales...
What do they mean?
A scale is usually represented as a ratio e.g. 1:9 scale.
The left hand number represents 'real life' the right hand number represents 'model life'.
So basically what this means is that for one real horse, you would have nine model horses.
This means that the larger the number on the right the smaller the model.
So say you had a horse that was 162cm high (for the curious this is around 16hh).
The 1:9 scale model would be 18cm high.
The 1:12 scale model would be 13.5cm high
The 1:24 scale model would be 6.75cm high
The 1:32 scale model would be 5.0625cm high
The 1:64 scale model would be 2.53125cm high
So as you can see the larger the number on the right, the smaller the model horse.
So what about model railway scales?
Well these are the common scales:
G - 1:22
O - 1:43-1:48
OO - 1:76
HO - 1:84
N - 1:148 - 1:160
As you can see the scales aren't always consistent, they vary between different countries and manufacturers, sometimes quite considerably! Which can be quite problematic!
So how do our model horses fit in with this?
Well the most common small scale is Mini Whinnie which is 1:64 scale and therefore falls somewhere between O-OO.
Below shows a mini whinnie with an OO scale item:
And another:
As you can see Dog Food looks a little large!
But do not fret, you can often use your imagination and a bit of creativity to utilise items to fit in with 'our' scales. For example you can use trees such as the one shown as topiary in show jumping courses, or build up the hedges to double height for a more realistic finish.
As with all things model horse, it is all about creativity!
Monday, 7 March 2016
Cutey of the Day
Check out this adorable little cutey:
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Isn't he just to die for?
Decided he was just going to have to be a reference picture. So hopefully a little mini whinnie should be this colour some time soon...
Although first I have a million and one layers of white to do on this guy:
To quote my husband "he's not finished"...
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Isn't he just to die for?
Decided he was just going to have to be a reference picture. So hopefully a little mini whinnie should be this colour some time soon...
Although first I have a million and one layers of white to do on this guy:
To quote my husband "he's not finished"...
Sunday, 6 March 2016
Health and Live Shows - Why our bodies destroy what we love...
Urgh my knees...
It is a phrase we all say so often, our backs our knackered, our knees are knackered and that three hour drive? Well that nearly killed us.
For some it is old age, for some chronic (or not chronic) health problems that slowly eat away at what we love.
When I had to give up riding horses it nearly destroyed me. But when I reached the point where I was in so much pain I would be crying on a horse, where the muscle weakness in my hands meant some days I couldn't hold the reins, I knew I had little choice.
I hardly expected that just a few years later those same problems would be destroying my ability to even show model horses.
But it is a horrible fact that many of us end up living with and do so almost silently.
For me live shows have become almost like torture. A few years ago, I'd get home, unpack the car, clean out the pigs, make dinner and watch TV.
Now I come home and go straight to bed. I will then sleep for around 24 hours+ if I can, before having around 2 days of non-activity. The pain and exhaustion is just unbearable. When I finish a days showing, I can barely stand, I often have to take very strong pain killers when home just to make life bearable.
But I'm not the only one. So why do we do it?
Well because we love it. We love the shows, the people, the fun days out. Of course we all have to manage it. For me it means making sure I have someone with me to help driving and not doing long distances. It means trying to make myself slow down a bit (not good at this) or having shows where I don't judge because I know it could mean I'm unable to drive home.
So keep showing my little potatoes...and don't worry if you need a time out :) We all love you and we all understand x
It is a phrase we all say so often, our backs our knackered, our knees are knackered and that three hour drive? Well that nearly killed us.
For some it is old age, for some chronic (or not chronic) health problems that slowly eat away at what we love.
When I had to give up riding horses it nearly destroyed me. But when I reached the point where I was in so much pain I would be crying on a horse, where the muscle weakness in my hands meant some days I couldn't hold the reins, I knew I had little choice.
I hardly expected that just a few years later those same problems would be destroying my ability to even show model horses.
But it is a horrible fact that many of us end up living with and do so almost silently.
For me live shows have become almost like torture. A few years ago, I'd get home, unpack the car, clean out the pigs, make dinner and watch TV.
Now I come home and go straight to bed. I will then sleep for around 24 hours+ if I can, before having around 2 days of non-activity. The pain and exhaustion is just unbearable. When I finish a days showing, I can barely stand, I often have to take very strong pain killers when home just to make life bearable.
But I'm not the only one. So why do we do it?
Well because we love it. We love the shows, the people, the fun days out. Of course we all have to manage it. For me it means making sure I have someone with me to help driving and not doing long distances. It means trying to make myself slow down a bit (not good at this) or having shows where I don't judge because I know it could mean I'm unable to drive home.
So keep showing my little potatoes...and don't worry if you need a time out :) We all love you and we all understand x
Meet Nina
I'm pretty sure I forgot to share little Nina with you guys!
Nina was bought at auction along with her mum (who is in need of TLC) and a Beswick Shire (who is up for sale on Chestnut Ridge).
She was the main reason I wanted the lot, isn't she just a cutey?
Her full name is CRS Nina Flowers
Nina was bought at auction along with her mum (who is in need of TLC) and a Beswick Shire (who is up for sale on Chestnut Ridge).
She was the main reason I wanted the lot, isn't she just a cutey?
Her full name is CRS Nina Flowers
Saturday, 5 March 2016
Breyer Delivery Due Next Week - Who is Coming?
We have a huge delivery due next week and well...I thought I would share with you guys who is coming in stock, there are some exciting new arrivals coming in!
Some of these guys are up for pre-order at www.chestnutridge.co.uk if you want to get your order in early :)
So here it is...
The rather long list of who will be back in stock (or new in stock) next week:
Winners Circle Accessory Set - Western
Turnout Set
This set is a personal favourite of mine. I just love the fact that it comes with a horse ball! I've promised the models I will buy them one, wonder whether the horse ball will provide a distraction for Crackers?
Liverpool Jump
This jump is a limited edition for this year only. It is a really great looking jump and perfect for performance set ups. Breyer jumps can also be repainted so you could get several and create your own unique course!
Cross Country Jump
Another limited edition jump. This one is for cross country.
BRACE YOURSELVES!
Butterscotch!!!!
S'MORES!!!!!
Guess what I'll be trying to dig out first when the delivery comes in? I've already pre-ordered myself a set of these cuties, because who wouldn't want them???
Deluxe Stable Set
Cutting Horse and Calf
English Riding Accessory Set
Totilas
GG Valentine & Heartbreaker
Brookside Pink Magnum
Dog House Play Set
SBH Pheonix
Sweet Pea
Scooter
Winners Circle Set - English
Nylon Halters - Hot Colours
Traditional "Dually" Truck
Traditional Two Horse Trailer
Brand new design for 2016 they are now a really cool white and blue colour. This truck and trailer set are really worth having, even if they do take up quite a lot of space!
Wood Stable
Blanket & Shipping Boots - Red
Blanket & Shipping Boots - Blue
Blanket & Shipping Boots - Hot Pink
Decorate Your Horse
Another product that I am really excited about! I just adore the Breyer craft kits and this one looks like it is going to be so much fun!
Littlebits Beanies
Finally back in stock! We'll have another box of these naughty little blighters to torment us with their mischief.
Laura - Vet
Brenda - Show Jumper
Megan - Dressage Rider
Stablemate Singles
Visiting Vet
Chelsea - Show Jumper
Abigail - English Rider
Classic Tack & Blanket Sets
Horse Cruiser
Another redesign for 2016 the pretty awesome Classic horse cruiser is now a really nice Teal colour. Great for transporting your Classics or to just sit on the pony room floor pushing around like a child (not that I do this of course *cough*)
Classic Singles
All of them will be back in stock - chose this girl to represent the group :)
Ella - Colour Change
HE'S HERE!!!!
IT'S SCRIBBLES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I literally cannot scream enough about this. SCRIBBLES IS COMING!!!!
Wood Corral
So there we go....what a long list! There are some really good products on there including some of the new Breyer 2016 releases. We'll keep you updated and let you know when these little cuties are with us :)
Patience my little potatoes....patience...
Some of these guys are up for pre-order at www.chestnutridge.co.uk if you want to get your order in early :)
So here it is...
The rather long list of who will be back in stock (or new in stock) next week:
Winners Circle Accessory Set - Western
Turnout Set
This set is a personal favourite of mine. I just love the fact that it comes with a horse ball! I've promised the models I will buy them one, wonder whether the horse ball will provide a distraction for Crackers?
Liverpool Jump
This jump is a limited edition for this year only. It is a really great looking jump and perfect for performance set ups. Breyer jumps can also be repainted so you could get several and create your own unique course!
Cross Country Jump
Another limited edition jump. This one is for cross country.
BRACE YOURSELVES!
Butterscotch!!!!
S'MORES!!!!!
Guess what I'll be trying to dig out first when the delivery comes in? I've already pre-ordered myself a set of these cuties, because who wouldn't want them???
Deluxe Stable Set
Cutting Horse and Calf
English Riding Accessory Set
Totilas
GG Valentine & Heartbreaker
Brookside Pink Magnum
Dog House Play Set
SBH Pheonix
Sweet Pea
Scooter
Winners Circle Set - English
Nylon Halters - Hot Colours
Traditional "Dually" Truck
Traditional Two Horse Trailer
Brand new design for 2016 they are now a really cool white and blue colour. This truck and trailer set are really worth having, even if they do take up quite a lot of space!
Wood Stable
Blanket & Shipping Boots - Red
Blanket & Shipping Boots - Blue
Blanket & Shipping Boots - Hot Pink
Decorate Your Horse
Another product that I am really excited about! I just adore the Breyer craft kits and this one looks like it is going to be so much fun!
Littlebits Beanies
Finally back in stock! We'll have another box of these naughty little blighters to torment us with their mischief.
Laura - Vet
Brenda - Show Jumper
Megan - Dressage Rider
Stablemate Singles
Visiting Vet
Chelsea - Show Jumper
Abigail - English Rider
Classic Tack & Blanket Sets
Horse Cruiser
Another redesign for 2016 the pretty awesome Classic horse cruiser is now a really nice Teal colour. Great for transporting your Classics or to just sit on the pony room floor pushing around like a child (not that I do this of course *cough*)
Classic Singles
All of them will be back in stock - chose this girl to represent the group :)
Ella - Colour Change
HE'S HERE!!!!
IT'S SCRIBBLES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I literally cannot scream enough about this. SCRIBBLES IS COMING!!!!
Wood Corral
So there we go....what a long list! There are some really good products on there including some of the new Breyer 2016 releases. We'll keep you updated and let you know when these little cuties are with us :)
Patience my little potatoes....patience...
Friday, 4 March 2016
Dugan
Check out this amazing Collector's Club SR!
As I never get picked for these I doubt I'll picked for this cutey, but you never know, one can but hope!
As I never get picked for these I doubt I'll picked for this cutey, but you never know, one can but hope!
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