Rope halters are a popular training aid. Some people feel that a rope halter provides clearer communication with the horse compared to a leather or web halter. Rope halters can be custom made in the size, color or material you choose. Here's how to find instructions to measure, assemble and tie the knots for your own DIY rope halter.

Read More Handy Tips

• Horse Grooming Tips and Tricks
• Step by Step Grooming- Cleaning Your Horse's Face

My father was a carpenter and is very clever at working with wood. That's why I always say everything I know about carpentry, I learned from my mother. Apparently being good at carpentry isn't genetic. So when I can build something that doesn't require scary power tools or actual wood I'm excited. These barrel jump standards can be made for a few dollars, they are easy to make and if horse (or rider) hits them or the rail they are supporting they fall over easily. I finished these pair in less than an hour not including the time it took to drive into town and pick up the barrels. Now all I have to do is paint my rails. Do you have an inexpensive alternative to buying jumps? Photo K. Blocksdorf 2006

Read More About DIY Horse Equipment

• Making and Altering Clothes for Riding
• How to Repair Stitching in Leather and Heavy Fabrics