Creating Gemstone Model Horses: Video Tutorial
Shine bright like a diamond! Let's create some dazzling "Diamond Ponies" by covering a Breyer model horse with gemstones. Artist Lisa Lippert will take you through her techniques that can be applied to models of any scale. Your gemstones can be used to create realistic-style colors and patterns or a fantasy creation of your dreams.
This workshop was released as part of Breyer's 2025 National Fun Day.
Recommended Supply List:
- Breyer model horse (Stablemates size or larger)
- Black primer
- Flat-back rhinestones of choice
- Size to use varies by scale of model:
- Traditional (1:9) and Freedom Series (1:12): 3-4mm
- Paddock Pals (1:24) and Stablemates (1:32): 2mm
- Note: Lisa's Traditional scale creations typically use 6,500-8,500 rhinestones, so plan accordingly!
- Size to use varies by scale of model:
- Rhinestone glue
- Wax pencil with slim metal tip or fingernail design dotting tool
- Toothpicks
- Small tray/lid (for holding rhinestones)
- Paper towels
- Gloss sealant
- Reference image (optional)
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