How to make a horseshoe with your own hands - features of making, useful tips, instructions and photo ideas

Why is the horseshoe conferred with a special power

Since ancient times in the peasant economy, the horse greatly facilitated the work and was considered a symbol of wealth and prosperity. In addition, the horseshoe is constantly in contact with the earth, taking special power from it.

• The original shape of the horseshoe also has a sacred meaning: upside down, it looks like a bowl that from time immemorial has been a symbol of abundance.
• The open circle is considered as a trap, from which none of the representatives of dark forces is capable to get out.
• In addition, the shape of a horseshoe is reminiscent of a pitchfork without the middle prong, which also suggests a rich harvest.
• The forged metal of the horseshoe has a protective power against evil.
• A shabby and rusty horseshoe found on the ground was considered the strongest in the energy plan. She had enough contact with the earth and the horse, gained the necessary energy from them. It was believed that rust could hold back diseases and keep them out.

An ancient legend tells of a devil in the guise of a horse, who once came to the blacksmith in order to lead him astray and thereby possess his soul. The wise smith recognised the leader of the evil one and turned him round so that the devil begged for mercy. The smith freed him in exchange for a promise never to enter a dwelling where a horseshoe hung over the door.

Since then, the horseshoe has been protecting the house from evil forces. The ancient Slavs carried around a small horseshoe pendant as a talisman that brought good luck.

How to place the talisman correctly

In cultures of different peoples, it was customary to hang this talisman in different ways. According to folk beliefs, the action of the horseshoe depends on its location.

Horseshoe with the ends up

In such a form, the object is fixed above the entrance door inside the dwelling. This way of placing the talisman was adopted on the territory of Great Britain, Ireland, and the countries of the East.

In this case, you will be able to make a decision and make a decision on a person's behalf. Wealth will accumulate.

At the same time, it is very important to fix the horseshoe evenly. The head of the family must do it. On how skillfully he hung a horseshoe on one nail, depended the prosperity of the family, and his personal qualities as a breadwinner.

An amulet fixed in such a way should keep happiness, luck and welfare at home.

Horseshoe with the ends down.

This way, the amulet is nailed on the outside of the house above the entrance door. This method of fastening the horseshoe has long been accepted in many European countries.

The main magical function of an object in this case is to protect the house and its inhabitants from the evil eye and dark forces. The object forms an arch, thanks to which happiness, according to folk beliefs, will literally pour down on the heads of those who live in the house.

In our country both ways of fixing a horseshoe are practiced. Folk omens apply equally to real horse horseshoes, and to souvenir versions.

Peculiarities of making a talisman

In order to endow a horseshoe, made by your own hands, with magical power, it is important to adhere to certain rules when making it. Otherwise it will be an ordinary souvenir.

It is recommended to make a horseshoe as a gift for a loved one who can appreciate such a souvenir.

In the process of work it is important to have a benevolent attitude.

Materials for creating a horseshoe

The most effective are traditionally considered the amulet-shoes made of metal, as well as gold and silver.

But also homemade amulets of other materials have mystical meaning. You can make a souvenir out of the materials that you have on hand.

The product can be supplemented with other magical symbols:

• The canvas sacks filled with groats are designed to increase prosperity,
• Hot pepper symbolizes a man's strength,
• A corncob brings health to children,
• Garlic traditionally protects homes from evil spirits,
• The cone symbolizes hard work,
• Sunflower seeds or a picture of a sunflower bring happiness to the family
• Nuts symbolize intelligence,
• Coins bring good luck,
• The laurel leaf can attract good luck,
• the image of bread is associated with home comfort,
• Poppy promotes the implementation of plans,
• Grasses of the field bring health.

Thinking ahead about the overall concept, you can complement the homemade horseshoe charm with some of these symbols. It is important to know the measure and not to overload the souvenir with additional elements.

Options for making a horseshoe on your own

There are many ideas for making horseshoes at home. On the thematic sites, you can see photos of such talismans, and choose the most favorite variant.

Horseshoe out of thread

Make such a souvenir is not difficult. You can use sewing thread, twine or leftover yarn.

In addition to thread it is necessary to prepare the outline of the object. It can be cut from cardboard, styrofoam, plywood, plastic.

• For a small object it is easier to use cardboard, in the case of making a fairly large horseshoe, you should pay attention to more durable materials.
• When cutting out the contour it is important to consider their features, and it is important to qualitatively treat the edges of the basis.
• It is convenient to use plywood as a base, but it is difficult to obtain the desired shape while sawing.
• It is extremely inconvenient to work with foam plastic, but you can get the desired object from it.

Step by step master class:

1. In the edges of the ready base it is necessary to make holes. They will be needed to pass the braid.
2. The finished base is carefully wrapped with thread or twine.
3. The edges of the souvenir are conveniently decorated with a hook.
4. Fix the thread with glue.
5. A cord or braid is passed through the holes, fastened on both sides.
6. The horseshoe is supplemented with decorative elements if desired. These can be seeds, jewelry, applications.

Amulet for the room is ready.

Salt Dough Horseshoe

The original look crafts of salt dough. They are not difficult to make at home, the process of creating such a souvenir is fascinating, does not require large expenses.

For the dough you will need:

• 100 grams of ordinary flour,
• 50 grams of table salt,
• 70 grams of water.

You can add a couple of tablespoons of PVA glue.

In addition to the dough, brushes, paints and colorless varnish will be useful.

Step by step master class:

1. The first thing to do is to knead the dough. Properly kneaded dough by consistency similar to child's plasticine.
2. The dough is molded or stenciled into the base of the product.
3. The mold is dried in an oven at 50 degrees until it is "semi-finished".
4. From the dough mold design details, attach to the base, and finish drying the product in the oven.
5. The finished product is painted with acrylic paint or gouache.
6. After the paint dries, the horseshoe is covered with colorless lacquer.

Souvenir for the house is ready.

A lucky horseshoe out of coffee beans

Such a handicraft will be a great option for a gift. You can perform it in the form of a wall panel or a magnet on the fridge.

To work you need to prepare:

• cardboard,
• cloth,
• glue,
• coffee beans,
• decorative elements (beads, ribbons, rhinestones).

Step by step master class.

1. From cardboard cut out the basis of the desired shape.
2. It is covered with fabric.
3. One side is neatly covered with coffee beans.
4. On the wrong side glue a magnet or fix a cord to hang the souvenir on the wall.
5. If desired, the handicraft is further decorated with ribbons, beads or other decorative details.

Such a souvenir looks original and stylish, and a pleasant coffee aroma creates a special atmosphere in the house.

Coffee beans can be replaced by a variety of seeds or cereals. The main key to success in the manufacture of such a talisman is a creative approach.

Horseshoe made of candy

Such a gift is more a souvenir than a talisman.

The easiest way to make a horseshoe out of sweets is to decorate the cardboard base with sweets in beautiful wrappings. Effectively look horseshoes, decorated with gold candy.

A more complex way to make a coaster for the horseshoe out of long chocolates such as Kit-Kat. They are arranged so that a cylindrical base is obtained. The base in the form of a horseshoe is attached to it, on which the candies and additional decorative details, decorating the composition, are placed.

A souvenir in the form of a horseshoe, made by hand with best wishes for the giver, will serve as an excellent gift. Such a talisman is easy to make with your own hands, spending on this work not a lot of time and money. Work on the handicraft will give bright emotions and allow to realize unique creative ideas.

Photo ideas and examples of homemade horseshoes