Diamond Tack Co.

04/30/2024

Just a heads up- the website is going to be down for a while while I change over to a new web provider.

03/13/2024

New video is up!

DIY Quick Clip Mule Tape Halter

Quick clip mule tape halterFollow along with DIY Mule Tape Tack! 1:30 Rope measurements4:10 Left cheek4:20 Quick clip5.50 Right cheek6:30 Start of the right ...

01/12/2024

I’m excited to announce that DIY Mule Tape Tack is officially available on Amazon (paperback) and Etsy (digital.)

DIY Mule Tape Tack is your all inclusive guide to making mule tape tack. It’s suitable for beginners and advanced braiders alike.

My book takes you through three major stages-

1. What you need to get started, where to get it, and all of the prep. This includes where to buy mule tape, how to dye it, how to find the right hardware and more.

2. What you need to master to make quality tack. This stage walks you through every single braid, knot and technique you will use throughout your mule tape braiding journey. With over ten different braids and knots and equally as many techniques to master, you will be prepared to tackle the simplest tutorials all the way up to the most complex styles.

3. The tutorial section contains over 20 individual tutorials filled to the brim with photos and detailed written instructions. Being a visual learner myself, I know how frustrating it can be to try and decipher written instructions alone. I kept that in mind throughout this book.
Some of the tutorials include (but are not limited to)
-multiple halter styles including livestock and lariat noseband
-multiple lead rope patterns
-breast collar and accessories
-multiple styles of reins
-and more!

You can find links to both in the comments and at diamondtackco.com

11/23/2023

🦃Happy Thanksgiving 🦃

I didn’t give myself much time to get this giveaway out there so if you would share it to someone who loves mule tape and free stuff it would be greatly appreciated!

⭐️Enter now through 11:59pm on December 1st. ⭐️

✌🏼Two ways to enter ✌🏼
1: Follow this page and DTC on YouTube and like this post.
2: Everyone who pre orders the book will be automatically entered! (More info on that below!)

🖤The winner will be drawn for on Saturday, December 2nd. They will have one week to choose their halter!🖤

🤍There are (approximately-I forgot to found but it’s a good sized pile) 8 different halters to choose from, all different colors and styles!🤍

❤️This giveaway does require you to be a US resident. Hopefully in the future we will be able to do some international giveaways!❤️

💚Preorder info here!
DIY Mule Tape Tack will be available for a pre order sale for $13 shipped (us) from Black Friday through Cyber Monday. After cyber Monday it will return to retail price.
Preorder will be live at midnight (mountain time) on Diamond Tack Co .com and I’ll have it linked in the bio! 💚

If anyone has any questions, let me know!
Have a happy thanksgiving and enjoy!

11/13/2023

Hey everyone! We are still on track to publish this month. If everything goes to plan, DIY Mule Tape Tack will be available to purchase and ship (via Amazon and Etsy) on Black Friday!

I really want to make this book accessible to everyone so I had an idea- if you have a local library that you think would shelve it, send me their contact info (name and address) to my email- diamond tack co @ gmail (without the spaces) and I will reach out to send them a copy. From my understanding, libraries won’t necessarily shelve a donated book because of their space restrictions, so I need to make sure there is interest in it first.

So what’s in the book? In short, a lot. In long-
Halters: six strand, eight strand, no nose, lariat nose, livestock, and two types of lead ropes.
Reins: flat and knotted (I thought about adding split but they’re done in the same way as lead ropes so it felt redundant.)
Head stalls: two basic adjustable head stalls, one ear and brow band attachments, side pull, chin strap
Breast collar (and how to add fringe)
Wither strap
Bucket holder
Quirt
Tons of braids, knots, different techniques, and lots of general info too.

I’m very much a visual learner so everything is well documented with photos and as soon as the snow starts flying here (and I have a reason to stay inside) I’ll be starting back up with the supporting videos on this channel.

As always, if you guys have any questions just reach out. I don’t always see the notifications so don’t be discouraged if I don’t get back to you, keep trying!

05/14/2023

Hey everyone! I’m taking another little hiatus for a few weeks. I’m working through my first full herd breeding season and I don’t think I will be able to consistently post tutorials here or on the other socials. I promise I’ll be back asap with a ton more tutorials but in the meantime- if you have any requests for specific tutorials now would be the time to throw them at me. I know a couple people have mentioned fringe for their breast collars and flat nose livestock halters. I also have a whole bunch of tie down related videos I’m working on- those will probably be the first out when I get back but if there’s anything else you guys would like to see let me know!

05/03/2023

This is a great starter pattern! Measurements don’t have to be precise and the braids are interchangeable.

How To Braid a Mule Tape Bucket Holder

Bucket holders are a fantastic introduction pattern to braiding mule tape. They are both super forgiving when it comes to length, braid, knots, and style. Ev...

04/29/2023

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04/29/2023

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Use code “Two41” on your 1/2” halter kits!

04/28/2023

Starting at midnight (mountain time)

DiamondTackCo.Com is proud to offer the first of two yearly blowout sales! All ready to ship mule tape tack has been marked down to $30 or less with many halters sitting right at $25. We have a ton of options for color, style, and size including everything from foal to draft. We’re also offering some extras including a few bronc halters, breast collars, either straps, head stalls, and reins.

You may notice that some halters don’t come with lead ropes. I like to utilize all of the rope that comes through my workshop to create as little waste as possible. This means that some halters don’t have enough of the same color for a matching lead. They are priced accordingly but I do have a couple solutions for you!
1) under the “Amazon Must Haves” page on diamondtackco.com, you will find 8’ and 9’ lead ropes with clips for a price that I cannot beat. 2) if your set on a mule tape lead, you can add on a 7’ black or white lead for $4. You’ll find the listing at the bottom of the sale page. These will be made to order and may affect your shipping time.

All mule tape is covered by a lifetime warranty and all orders over $100 receive free shipping.

If you’d prefer to make your own tack, we’re offering a buy two get one free (for a limited amount of orders) deal on all of our 1/2” mule tape kits. This is a one use per customer discount. If your third choice is sold out, we will replace it with a random color.

All orders will be shipping on Wednesday. You may receive a tracking number before, but it will not move or register as shipped until Wednesday!

Thank you to everyone who shops with small businesses, we wouldn’t be able to make this happen without you! And as always, if there are any questions feel free to reach out!

04/27/2023

Here’s a sneak peak for the sale this Saturday! We’ll have around 30 halter all $30 or less! 24 hours only

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04/24/2023

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04/06/2023

How To Braid a Mule Tape Wither Strap

This pattern can be used with a four strand, eight strand and ten strand flat braid. Remember to add additional rope if you plan on making a longer or wider ...

04/03/2023

How To Braid A Simple Six (6) Strand Brow Band

Braids Shown: 3 strand flat, 6 strand flatQuick links to: Bulk mule tape, hardware, and more- https://www.diamondtackco.com/affRope Kits- https://www.diamond...

03/29/2023

Three Piece Adjustable Mule Tape Head Stall

This pattern can be used with a four strand flat braid. Braid shown: 6 strand flat braidQuick links to:Bulk mule tape- https://www.diamondtackco.com/affHardw...

03/09/2023

Holy cow. Trying my hand at leather tooling has given me a whole new respect for leather workers. I’m sure you can tell there are places that need work but I’m super excited to work towards further improving this skill! (For now I might stick to painted leather lol)

01/30/2023

Hey everyone, I hope your new years is going well!
I know this isn’t talked about very often by business accounts but when it comes to making content for multiple platforms, it can really wear a person out if you’re not careful. That being said, I think this is a great time to share the 2023 goals I have in place for DTC!
This year (or until completion) I’m going to focus on our tutorials and kits. I’ve got a great line up for YouTube tutorials every week on Wednesdays. I’m incorporating a few more braids into the mix as well so everyone can see how mule tape looks and acts in different braids.
On top of that, I have a HUGE line up for digital and physical tack DIY books that is going to take up a major chunk of my time. I can’t say too much yet but some will be independent like the two halter guides I have out now, and some won’t 🤫 (I’ll post more when I can.)
With that said, I am going to pull the customs option off of my site until I get these tutorials out. I’ll still have some ready to ship and on sale tack listed, and tack kits will also go out as normal.
Aside from that, don’t worry if the socials aren’t super active. Most of what I’ll be working on is behind the scenes but don’t be afraid to ask questions or make requests. I can’t guarantee I’ll get to it right away, but I’ll do my best.

Happy braiding!