East Coast Equine Saddlery

17/05/2026

That time I went to Equifest and had people walk up saying:
“Oh my god I follow you! It’s so cool you’re here!”

The first time it happened felt a bit surreal and gave me such a buzz 😂

People stopped by the stall all weekend, clinicians came over for chats, and even a photographer based part-time in New York later bought a saddle 🤯

I went two years in a row — the first year completely blew me away and I was feeling a little starstruck 😅

The second year was even better. Having people return to see me, or finally meeting customers in person who’d bought saddles, was really cool. I even had my first “second saddle” purchase! 😂

I took nine saddles with me and came home with one.

Suddenly all the hours planning the stall, packing the car like a game of Tetris, the 6+ hours of travel and the three-hour setup paid off 😅

04/05/2026

I smile when I think of the time I had an email chain with a client that ended up being over 170 emails long.

Yep… 170 😅

There were questions, photos, videos, measurements… a few side quests in between… and a whole lot of back and forth trying to figure out what would actually work for her.

We even joked we’d hit some kind of record 😂

We met up on one of my road trips — hugged and laughed at finally putting faces to names 💛

Parked in a random carpark, she sat on saddles on my saddle stool under a tree.

She took one to try… not quite right — so back it came.

A bit more back and forth… and then finally — the one that ticked all the boxes.

Buying a saddle doesn’t happen every day, and I really wanted to get it right for her.

Getting that one over the line felt pretty good 🤍

30/04/2026

My first saddle sale involved a 2-hour drive up the coast with a car packed full of options.

Very much like this 😅

I remember pulling up, opening the boot, and thinking… I look like a travelling salesman.

Not glamorous. Not polished. Just me, a bunch of saddles, and the hope that one would suit.

I was nervous, excited, and honestly a bit humbled by the trust they’d given me.

And that first sale?

We hugged… and I think I asked “are you sure?” about five times 😂

I got back in the car thinking… I reckon I can do this.

That was the moment it all started to feel real 🤍

27/04/2026

This is the saddle that started it all.

I bought it back in June 2022 after what felt like a really long search to find something that actually suited — and fit within my budget.

I remember not loving the buying experience (it was pretty painful tbh 😅) and thinking there had to be a better way.

I knew I couldn’t afford a newly made saddle, and I didn’t want to settle for synthetic. Finding something in the middle was hard — there just wasn’t much out there.

That was the moment I realised… surely I’m not the only one in this position.

And that’s where the idea for ECES started.

Funny how one decision can turn into something pretty cool 🤍

24/04/2026

I’ve found myself reflecting a bit lately.

Going back through photos, reels and memories from the ECES journey — and I’m really proud of what this little business became.

The conversations, the lessons, the support and the community that grew around it… it was fun, busy, and so rewarding.

I know it still has so much potential in the right hands — whether that’s continuing what I started or taking it somewhere completely new.

What began with one saddle and an idea turned into a pretty cool little business.

As I build my next chapter, I’m enjoying revisiting where this one began.

I might share a few of those moments over the next little while 🤍

23/09/2025

Wowsers — can’t believe Equifest is just around the corner! 🐴✨

The last couple of years would’ve had me deep in my notes, making lists, planning the stall, and harnessing my ninja packing skills to fit it all in the car 😅

In 2023, we took a punt and set up for our very first show — not really knowing what to expect. I was told I probably shouldn’t go… but I’m so glad I did. The support from riders, clinicians, trekking crews, and everyone in between was unreal 💛

Then in 2024, we backed it up with another incredible three days — full of saddle chats, good yarns, and spontaneous road trips meeting some truly special people 🚙☀️

This year, I won’t be behind the stand — and while part of me will miss the buzz, I’m really looking forward to soaking it all in as a spectator. I’ve missed the clinicians and watching the action! 🐴

Maybe we’ll even cross paths 😃 I have my fingers crossed for some beautiful sunshine! 🤞🏽☀️

18/08/2025

Earlier last month when I first shared that ECES was for sale, the response was instant, and over the past few weeks there’s been a flurry of interest - especially in the saddles.

It’s reminded me of how cool this little business is, and how much potential there still is here for the right person.

I’m not bringing in any more saddles, but the business itself is ready for someone to pick up the reins (pun intended 😉). You’ll have an established audience, a website and social presence, and a stall already secured at Equifest in October. The past two years I’ve been, it’s been huge - the conversations, the connections, the flow-on afterwards have made it so worthwhile.

You’ll also have the freedom to shape it into something that fits your vision - so if this sounds a little bit like you, I’d love to hear from you 😊

04/07/2025

It’s been a little quiet here lately…

But behind the scenes, it’s been anything but.
Over the last 8-10mths I’ve been exploring a new venture - one that’s still tied to the outdoors and horses, just not in the same way you’ve come to know with ECES.

The past couple of years have brought a lot of changes - some we saw coming, some we didn’t.
And it’s had me thinking hard about where I want to put my time and energy.

This next chapter is going to look a little different… There won’t be any saddles. Which means it’s time for East Coast Equine Saddlery to start a new chapter… with someone else.
I won’t be ordering any more saddles in - the ones I have now will be the last.

If you’re interested in continuing what I’ve built, or putting your own spin on it, I’d love to hear from you.
You don’t have to keep it exactly as it is, but you’ll have a platform to get started.
And I’d love to see it in good hands, hopefully building someone else’s dreams.

Thanks for being part of the journey so far.
I wouldn’t be here without the start of ECES — and all the adventures, conversations and support along the way.

I’m excited for the next chapter 🤎

23/05/2025

CAMPDRAFT STOCK SADDLE - “STOCKMAN” 🐴

This beauty is the last one of these saddles in stock.

It has a 15.5” seat which leans nicely toward a 15” or 16” seat.

Fixed gullet width, full qhb, swinging fender and fully mounted with fenders and irons.

Beautiful oak/chocolate coloured leather swinging fender, Campdraft Stock Saddle. A comfortable saddle ready for hours of riding.

22/05/2025

🐴 HALF BREED STOCK SADDLES 🐴

Tried and true - these Half Breed Stock saddles have been ECES bestsellers from day one.

They’re out there being used for trekking, horse sports, mustering on the hills, hunting and starting young horses.

And now, I have just three 16” seat saddles left…

All the saddle info is on the website… but as always, get in touch if you have any queries!