Hobby horsing, an unconventional equestrian sport straight from Finland, has made its jump to the Netherlands. Here we swap real horses for homemade, colourful stick horses. Yes, you read that right: stick horses! These vibrant creations give riding a creative twist.
Hobby horsing is all about making those unique stick horses / hobby horses. So everyone makes their own hobby horse. From wild and colourful to stylish and elegant, every hobby horse is a work of art in itself. People spend hours putting their dream horse together, and believe me, creativity knows no bounds. It’s not just for kids either; adults have embraced this unique hobby too.
It started in Finland as a fun pastime, but now hobby horsing is an international sensation and the Netherlands is enthusiastically taking part. From Groningen to Maastricht, you’ll see hobby horsers taking their passion seriously. They organise events and competitions, just like in Finland, where they show off their skills in dressage and jumping, all on a stick horse. At events you’ll see these stick horses and their riders in action. They take the sport just as seriously as real riders, with dressage, jumping and more. Only they do it with a touch of humour and a stick horse between their legs. These events are not only a chance to show how well you can ‘ride’, but also to show off your artistic talents.
But the best thing about hobby horsing is the community it brings together. People of all ages share their love of horses, creativity and, of course, good company. It’s more than a sport, it’s a mix of sportsmanship and fun.
Discover the artistic side of ‘equestrian sport’ in the world of hobby horsing, where stick horses steal the show and your imagination takes the lead. In this world tradition and creativity come together to create something unique.
And here’s the fun part: for those making their own stick horse, we have beautiful mane hair, perfect for the mane of your DIY hobby horse. Our mane hair, known for its quality and range of colours, gives your creation that little extra flair. It’s the ideal way to personalise your stick horse and bring it to life. And with our mane hair you give your stick horse a personal touch that makes it even more special.
And don’t forget, once you’re finished with your creation, we’d really love to see the result! Share your photos with us and tag us on Instagram @the_horse_extensions_factory or on Facebook @Thehorseextensionsfactory. We love seeing how our mane and tail hair is used in your unique and beautiful hobby horses. Your creations can inspire others and show how versatile and fun hobby horsing can be.
So let your imagination run wild. We’re just as excited as you are to see what you’ll create!
What hair do you use for hobby horsing?
For the mane of your hobby horse it’s best to use loose mane hair of real horsehair. This gives your stick horse a realistic, full look that you won’t achieve with synthetic hair. Our loose mane hair is available in several colours and has a length of approx. 35 cm — ideal for a full mane on your hobby horse. Want to work in a tail as well? Then our loose tail hair with a length of approx. 88 cm is the perfect choice.
You can find our mane hair here: Loose Horse Mane Hair.
You can find our tail hair here: Loose Horse Tail Hair.
Have questions about our mane and tail hair for your project? Feel free to contact us.