Back in the Saddle – Horsehair Jewellery Changed Everything

The loss of a horse can truly break your heart. Even riding itself can lose its meaning. But a piece of jewellery made from your own horse’s tail hair can come to mean something new – a connection to the past and a step towards the future.

Here is Ann-Charlotte’s story: "I had dreamed for many years of having a piece of jewellery made from Sigge’s (Siegward’s) tail hair. When Sigge passed away from colic in February 2025 at the age of 26, I knew right away that I wanted to honour his memory and celebrate our journey together with beautiful nannasalmi jewellery. Even choosing and ordering the pieces became a therapeutic part of my grieving process. It was deeply comforting to hear that Nanna fills her mind with positive, hopeful and warm thoughts while weaving the ribbon – especially when the horse is no longer with us.”

Under the Stars – Sirius “The Sirius ring was an easy choice. The description on the website spoke straight to my heart: ‘Sirius, named after the brightest star in the sky...’

I remember so many of our trail rides beneath the starry sky, the snow sparkling like a thousand icy diamonds.”

Sirius

When Grief Turned into Gratitude “When I sat at home looking at my finished pieces – my own treasures, magically reflecting Sigge’s colours – I suddenly realised that the time of mourning had passed. Now I can look back on our years together with joy, love and gratitude. Animals and nature have always been the cornerstones of my life, but horses hold a truly special place in my heart. They are soulful beings.

I have often dreamt of Sigge – both when he was still alive and after his passing. Perhaps he wants to remind me how wonderful horses are, and how much I lose if I don’t spend time with them.” “When Sigge died, it felt as though I also lost part of my identity. I was no longer a rider, no longer a horse person, as I had been for almost fifty years.

Yet the jewellery has brought me incredible comfort – its effect has been nothing short of magical. I’ve felt cheerful and happy ever since I received the pieces. And little by little, horses have found their way back into my life.” A New Beginning and a Love That Never Fades “The years I spent with horses have truly been the best time of my life. I’ve grieved long enough in the company of my cats – now I want a new horse, a Finnish horse.

Nothing compares to that welcoming nicker, or the feeling you get when you look into a horse’s eyes. They are like a deep, calm forest pond.”

Puella

“I will never forget how these pieces of jewellery reminded me of my love for horses and brought them back into my life. I will always treasure them as a magical keepsake.” Horsehair Jewellery – More Than Just Jewellery

Ann-Charlotte’s horsehair jewellery became more than just adornments. They became a link to the past and a bridge to the future. Within them lives a memory that carries with every step.

“I’ve never owned anything so beautiful, anything so close to my heart – except a living horse.”

Thank you, Lotti, for sharing your story! So happy to hear it.