What are you getting your horse for Christmas? Oh, you don't have to pretend. We're all horse people here. We know how it is. There's less than ten days until Christmas morning, and you've still got shopping to do -- you know, the little things for the mailman and the folks at work, and maybe it would be nice if you got your partner something this year -- but for that special someone who … [Read more...]
The Top Ten You Know You’re A Horse Person When…
Do you have a $22,000 dollar trailer to pull behind your $2,000 pick up truck? If you answered yes -- or laughed because that hit just a little too close to home -- chances are you're a horse person. Of course, there are other tell tale signs that you've got horse fever. We've collected the top ten to give you a smile -- and we want to hear your favorites, too! You Know You're A Horse Person … [Read more...]
Straight from the Racetrack: His and Hers Horse Jewelry
Some of the best horse stories in the world come from the racetrack -- and this one is no different. On August 22nd, track announcer Larry Collmus got to call a race unlike any other: “Mywifenosevrything. Thewifedoesntknow. They’re one-two. Of course they are!” Mywifenosevrything and Thewifedoesntknow are destined to meet again (of course!) on Sunday, during the 8th race at Monmouth … [Read more...]
Hoofprints of History: Vintage Horseshoe Jewelry
On the news this morning, a man described the actions of his organization as being 'driven by the hoofprints of history'. Setting aside the politics entirely, you've got to wonder about the hoofprints of history. Somewhere, does Man O' War's hoofprint still endure, trapped in slow-standing mud and dried for all eternity? What about Kelso? Seabiscuit? Brown Beauty, who Paul Revere rode on his … [Read more...]
Perfect for Horse Lover: Nameplate Bracelets
Ready for a shocking bit of news? There's only 122 shopping days until Christmas! That sounds like a lot of time -- until you realize that those days are filled with back to school season and Halloween and Thanksgiving and everything that happens at this time of year at work and then of course everything you're involved with with the horses and the kids...before you know it, it's six thirty pm … [Read more...]
Hermes Horse Jewelry: A Return to the Classics
Did you hear us squealing with joy from where you are? We couldn't help it -- when we heard that the French fashion house is partnering with Pierre Hardy to launch a new equestrian themed collection it was just too exciting! We haven't seen the pictures yet, but the line is purported to include a whip-shaped diamond necklace and the horse-hoof-inspired rose gold and black jade Centaure … [Read more...]
American Art: Silversmith Bill C. Ilfield’s Equestrian Jewelry
The work of American artists has long been popular with lovers of horse jewelry, particularly silver horse jewelry. That's why we're thrilled to present this amazing silver and turquoise horsehoe brooch/pin/clip from silversmith Bill C. Ilfield. The passion for American horse jewelry is easy to understand. Speaking to the rugged, adventerous years of our country's history, a time when cowboys … [Read more...]
Vintage Glamour Never Goes Out of Style
Quality always shows! You can tell when you're looking at a new foal: the quick feet of the colt, the fine line of the filly, clearly identifying the finest points of thier sire and dam. And you can tell when you're looking at jewelry. Now, it's no secret that we at Show Stable Artisans have a certain fondness for Estate and Antique Horse Jewelry. There's something almost otherworldly and … [Read more...]
Tell Your Story With Horse Jewelry
The latest trend in the jewelry world is for what some are calling 'narrative pieces'. These are pieces of jewelry -- pendants, bracelets, necklaces, and especially charms -- that come with a story. Jane Seymour's eloquent tale of her mother's advice to always keep your heart open led her to design a pendant that's become remarkably popular. But you don't have to be a jewelry designer to tell … [Read more...]
Victorian Horseshoe Jewelry
Like many horse jewelry collectors, you may have a passion for horseshoe jewelry What is more emblematic of the horse than the horsehoe? Every horse jewelry collection contains at least a few horsehoe pieces. This Victorian 14k Rose Gold and Pearl Horseshoe Ring is a stunning example. This sensational piece has 11 round pearls, each with beautiful luster. The pearls are prong set into a … [Read more...]