Braiding by Madi

Let’s talk about mane and tail preparednesss going into the 2024 show season. Similarity to how you wouldn’t show up with a unclipped horse or dirty tack, don’t come to the horse show with a mane that hasn’t been touched for months.

In the picture below thanks to Armour Equine Services LLC, you can see examples of improper and properly pulled manes. If you are unsure of how I or another braider prefer the manes please ask in advance. There are many resources from my incredibly talented colleagues that I can share with you on how to get a mane ready at home. These do not include scissors or solo combs.

It is not fair to us when we have a list full of clients to arrive to 2x the hair because you “left it for us to do what we want to it”. What that says to me is that the mane needs a proper pull which I believe is unfair to do to the horse than expect to it to stand well after to be braided. Moving forward, unprepared manes will be subject to additional costs.

Tails should be scrubbed to the tail bone and properly brushed through, without the use of conditioner, detangler, or shine products. No tails will be braided without an ace bandage being provided. I will not wrap a tail with vet wrap. Mane should also be properly shampooed and rinsed thoroughly.

In the end, these specificities are for the welfare of the horse and to provide you with the highest quality service possible. I appreciate everyone who trusts me with their horses and look forward to working with you all this season.

Slightly frozen 🥶 but happy to be back on my ladder in 2024!

Have you thought about booking your braider for 2024? In case this is on your mind, here is the schedule for Braiding by Madi.

◦ April Centre Hall Grange
◦ Mason Dixon APHA
◦ PQHA Summer Kickoff
◦ June Tri-State
◦ Keystone Showdown
◦ State College Series - Full
◦ July Centre Hall Grange
◦ August Tri-State
◦ District 5 @ Centre Hall
◦ August Centre Hall Grange
◦ PQHA Nittany Classic
◦ Sept Tri-State
◦ PA 4H States

Also available for on farm braiding throughout Centre County or other shows at the fairgrounds . Will travel to shows such as Swan Lake or Keystone Horse Center with enough interest.

$80 mane
$30 tail
Message or call/text (215-859-8776) to make braiding plans for 2024!

Thanks to everyone who had me braid for districts!

Attention all Braiding by Madi clients,

Effective June 1, 2023 braiding pricing will be as followed:

- Mane $80
- Tail $30 (no charge for fake if braiding tail)
- Hanging fake tails $15 (if not braiding tail)
- Scheduled mane pulls $25

Thank you to everyone who continues to let me help make their horses beautiful!

I am in search of those interested in supporting my journey as TSQHA Queen. Patrons will be mentioned on the TSQHA Queen Facebook as well as announced at all TSQHA shows. Please comment or send me a message if you are interested in participating. Feel free to share with those whom may be interested.

Your support is so greatly appreciated!

First braids of 2023 🎉

Pending enough interest to make the trip Braiding By Madi will be available for the following shows at Swan Lake Stables, LLC.:

🔹January National (A)
🔹Partridge Run Winter Classic (A)
🔹February National (A)
🔹Inquire if you need braiding elsewhere within the tri-state area

Message or text (215-859-8776

Spent some time this morning getting Mr Goody Two Shoes looking extra handsome for Leadline at the Pennsylvania National Horse Show!

Don't forget to book braiding for your upcoming show! Here is the current schedule!
Text (215-859-8776)

-Keystone Showdown
-PQHA Mid Summer Madness
-PA 4H Junior Horse
-CC Grange- July
(Can also come down to Mid Atlantic Paint Classic)
-CC Grange & APHA - August
-PQHA Nittany Classic
-CPHJSA Benefit Show
- Zone 2 Hunter Championship (must have enough to make the trip)
-PA 4H States

Will consider other shows, photo shoots, etc (travel fee may apply)

Braiding By Madi 2022 Show Schedule

Mason Dixon Color Classic - Full
May PQHA Kickoff
Keystone Showdown
State College Series - Very limited!
PQHA Mid Summer Madness
PA 4H Junior Horse
CC Grange- July
(Can also come down to Mid Atlantic Paint Classic)
CC Grange & APHA - August
PQHA Nittany Classic
PA 4H States

Please note this schedule is tentative and will be based on need and availability. Willing to travel for enough work with enough notice. Travel fees may apply.

Clients: Please take a moment to look over my tentative schedule, new pricing, and reminders for the 2022 show season. I look forward to continuing to be a part of your team!

⚠️Important notes ⚠️
💵 Payment is due at time of service and electronic payments are no longer accepted

🗓 This schedule is tentative and will be based on need and availability. Willing to travel for enough work with enough notice. Travel fees may apply.

🏷2022 Pricing
⁃ Manes $70
⁃ Tails $30
⁃ Adding Fakes $10

🚨Additional fees apply for:
🔺Excessive mane length or thickness
🔺Last minute cancellations
🔺Repairs

🍀 If you have any special requests for yarn color or charms let me know!

🚫 For my safety if your horse has any quirks that I need to be aware of please communicate them! It is at best interest for everyone! Including issues with tying, first time being braided, sensitive around ears/head
🚫 Ace bandage preferred for wrapping tails, no vet wrap please
🚫 No detangler, Show Sheen, or Cowboy Magic should be used on manes or tails before braiding

👋🏻 Fellow Braiders - if you are in need of a helper based on my availability I am willing to help make those long nights easier!

Dear Braiding Customers,

Thank you to all for making the 2021 show season a great success. I look forward to continuing to contribute to your show successes in 2022.

Please take note of the new pricing structure for the 2022 shows.

- Manes starting at $70

- Tails starting at $30

- Tying in fake tails - $10

Additional charges may be applied for the following:

- Excessive Mane Length/Thickness

- Cancellation fee for less than 24 hours' notice.

Payment -

- Cash Only

Keep an eye out for my 2022 schedule soon!

Thank you to everyone for a great PA Quarter Horse Association - PQHA Nittany Classic! This rounds out a fantastic season braiding for these shows!

Thanks to my incredible regular clients as well as new ones for a fun night braiding in Centre Hall 🦄

📣Booking Now📣
▪️PQHA Nittany Classic
◾️PA 4H State Show

Centre Hall kept me busy this weekend! Don’t forget to book if you need braiding during the fair show Aug 21-22! Thanks everyone for such good horses!

Braiding update: I am booked solid for the state college series! Thanks everyone for booking early!

Updated Braiding Schedule!

6/16-20 - KQHA Keystone Showdown
6/30-7/9 - State College Series - Almost booked will look at numbers
7/13-18 - PQHA Mid-Summer Madness
7/24 - 4H JR. Horse Show
7/30-1 - Centre Hall
8/21-22 Centre Hall
9/3-5 PQHA Nittany Classic
9/23-26 PA 4H State Show

Who doesn’t love spending their Friday night braiding cute ponies?! 💕🦄

Glad to be back on my ladder last night in Centre Hall with some great manes and good horses!

Other shows I’m available for:
5/1-2 - PQHA Novice Show
5/15-16 - Mason Dixon Color Classic
5/21-23 - PQHA Summer Kick Off
6/16-20 - KQHA Keystone Showdown
6/30-7/4 - State College Classic
7/5-6 - Mt. Nittany
7/7-7/11 - Lion Country
7/13-18 - PQHA Mid-Summer Madness
7/24 - 4H JR. Horse Show
7/30-1 - Centre Hall Novice Show
8/21-22 Centre Hall
9/3-5 PQHA Nittany Classic
PA 4H State Show

Booking braiding for:
▪️PQHA Nittany Classic
▪️APHA Eastern National Championship
$60 mane/$20 tail
Text (215-859-8776) or message on FB

Enjoying being at the beautiful State College Series Horse Shows!

Braiding Available during State College Series!
$60 mane/$20 tail
State College Classic - Showing Wed/Thurs Only
All of Mt. Nittany Classic and Lion Country
Text 215-859-8776

*Proper sanitation practices will be performed before and after services*

Braiding by Madi is proud to be an industry partner of the 18th Annual Penn State Quarter Horse Sale! PSU Rockin the Blues and PSU Krymsun in Black look beautiful in their braids for their pictures!

I am back home in the Bucks/Montgomery PA and surrounding area until Jan. 12th and able to help with any of your braiding or mane pulling needs! I’m just a simple message or text (2158598776) away!

Braiding by Madi is very thankful for a great year preparing beautiful horses for the show ring. Thank you to our clients and congratulations on your successes! Looking forward to another amazing year!

Congratulations to everyone for a successful 2019 PA 4H State Show! Not only was it a pleasure to braid for such a talented group of kids but it was great to catch up with past and present 4H friends 🍀

Wishing best of luck to our clients at the PA 4H State Show!