Collect Your Hair Sample
No need to wash the hair - I will gently clean and prepare all equine hair upon arrival (pet fur is used as sent)
Tip: If your sample is irreplaceable, keep a little back for peace of mind.
Tail Hair (Horse or Pony)
- Cut hair from the underside of the tail near the dock so it’s less noticeable.
- I need at least 43cm (17") of hair - enough to wrap around your wrist twice and as thick as your thumb - for all braided items (bracelets, keychains, necklaces).
- Secure with a band at the cut end and leave loose; (please don’t plait, braid, or tie the full length, as this can cause kinks).
Tail Hair (Donkey)
- Donkey tail hair is naturally shorter, finer, and less abundant than horse hair.
- Not suitable for braided keepsakes like bracelets or keychains, but perfect for a tail hair tassel.
- Please send as much as you can spare for the best result, secured at the cut end with a band.
Mane/Forelock Hair:
- Ideal for tassels when tail hair is limited.
- Send as much as possible for the best result, secured at the cut end with a band
Tassels:
- Perfect when less hair is available.
- As standard, tassels are made to 14 cm in length (subject to hair length supplied) - you can trim yours to your preferred length once it’s home.
- If your sample is shorter or finer, I’ll still use every strand - no hair is ever wasted.
Pet Fur:
- Only a small pinch is needed for resin keepsakes.
- Resin beads can be created from any beloved animal companion - whether horse, pony, donkey, dog, cat, or smaller pets - so you can keep them close always.
Please note: as hair is a natural material, each keepsake may show subtle variations in colour or texture. These natural differences are part of what make your piece truly unique.
Sending Your Sample
Place your hair or fur in a sealed bag with your:
- Name
- Order number
- Return Address
Post in a padded, tracked envelope to the address in your order confirmation email.
If you’re local to Bury, Manchester, drop-off or collection can be arranged by appointment.
⚠️ Important: Please post your hair or fur sample within 5 days of ordering to ensure your jewellery can be completed on time.
Once you’ve sent it, you’re welcome to email or DM me so I can watch for its arrival.
Any unused hair or fur will always be returned with your keepsake.