Stephanie Blaylock is well known in the model horse community. A long time hobbyist, her artistic skills are incredible. She is also a good-hearted person who cares about others, with one of her "dear to the heart" causes being Girls Scouts.
Long story short, Stephanie volunteers with The Circle C Equestrian Center, a barn owned and operated by the Girl Scouts and which provides equestrian learning opportunities for girls and young women, particularly those without the means to afford equine activities.
As part of that support, she holds a live show, The Circle C Classic Model Horse Show. Recently Stephanie contacted me and asked about buying some haversacks to use as awards for her division champs.
That's Stephanie's, horse, Shrimp. Isn't he beautiful? Those eyes!
I was a Girl Scout, my daughters were Girl Scouts, several of my granddaughters are Girl Scouts, and I was also an adult volunteer. Needless to say, the more I learned about Stephanie's show, the happier I was to support it!
I began looking for fabric, hoping to find something connected to Girl Scouts but, with a print that was small - these pouches were to be used for a Mini show and so I was making Stablemate sized ones.
I found the perfect fabric, but would the scale of the print be right? I crossed my fingers and ordered a couple of yards.
It was! As soon as that was confirmed, I started cutting and stitching.
I'd ordered some extra fabric - since Girls Scouts are dear to my own heart, I wanted to donate more than just the championship pouches.
The scale of the print also worked well for a show apron.
Which looks a little odd over an 18th century petticoat, but that's okay. Hah!
Interested in sending Stephanie a donation? The link to the show's Facebook page can be found here. Or, I can help you get in touch with her, too.
Best of luck with the show, Stephanie! And please count on me again for next year's show - this Girl Scout would love to continue supporting your cause.
