If you’ve ever spent a cold winter’s night reading the iconic poem, A Visit from St. Nicholas by Clement Clarke Moore (more commonly known as ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas), then you may be familiar with the charming illustrations of a cozy old farmhouse that fill the pages. This year, draw inspiration from this holiday favorite poem while shopping for Christmas gifts for the equestrian in your life.
All Through the House…
“'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house,
Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse…”
When Santa comes down your chimney, he won’t get far. You’ll most likely find him fast asleep on your living room couch with this Lila Snaffle Bit Cotton Throw snug around his shoulders. Made from woven cotton and adorned with a repeating pattern of snaffle bits, this blanket screams “hygge for the holidays.”
If the snaffle bits are a little too “English” for your taste, choose a Southwestern pattern! Available in blue or cozy taupe, this blanket adds just a touch of equestrian style to your home. Gift it to the equestrian in your family and you’ll see it wrapped around their shoulders all day long.
Santa’s other ride is a polo pony! What better mount for delivering presents when the deer are out of commission than a speedy, light-on-their-feet, Thoroughbred. This Breyer Polo Santa Ornament is perfect for the polo player in your home. A determined Santa sits astride a sleek chestnut polo pony, with his sack of gifts on his back and a polo mallet in his hand, just in case the opportunity to score a goal arises. His rosy red cheeks and sack full of presents will make you smile every time you walk past your Christmas tree.
Nestled All Snug In Their Beds…
“The children were nestled all snug in their beds,
While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads…”
Every equestrian knows that our horses are our four-legged children. In this case, settle your horse down for a long winter nap with the help of this cozy Christmas gift idea, the TuffRider Kozy Komfort Stable Blanket. Filled with a nice and warm 200 grams of insulation and elegantly quilted, this blanket features a fleece-lined wither, overlapping chest closure, and belly straps to keep it secure on your horse’s back. You’ll leave the barn worry-free on a cold winter’s night, knowing your horse is nice and warm in his stall, thanks to this stable blanket.
Keep your horse cozy after your next ride on a cold day with this horse holiday favorite, the TuffRider Waffle Weave Cooler. Available in navy with red accents or black with white accents, this cooler will wick sweat away from your horse’s coat and keep them warm while they cool down after a tough workout. The 100 percent cotton breathable fabric provides your horse with a lightweight layer and a secure fit, thanks to twin chest straps, low-cross surcingles, and adjustable leg straps.
Last but not least, add a little cozy decor to your horse’s stall with his own “plushy”-- the IRH Stable Buddy Unicorn. Made from suede leather and filled with polyester fiber, hang this unicorn from your horse’s stall wall, so they can play with their newfound friend. This Christmas gift idea is sure to become a holiday favorite.
Dressed All in Fur…
“He was dressed all in fur, from his head to his foot,
And his clothes were all tarnished with ashes and soot…”
Santa Claus may dress in fur, but you can stay just as warm with our collection of winter clothing on Breeches.com! The TuffRider Macy Winter Breeches are lined with faux fleece to offer hours of warmth and comfort at the barn. These full-seat breeches forego the traditional leather full seat for a silicone pattern to offer the same grip you know and love, but with more comfort and flexibility. Don’t forget to add these to your Christmas gift idea list!
Is it part of your holiday tradition to give sweaters on Christmas? The Equine Couture Zara Knit Sweater is a classic wardrobe staple that will look at home in and out of the barn. Sure to be a horse holiday favorite, this sweater is available in jade, sapphire, and pink pearl. Featuring a quarter-zip front and thick cable knit material, this sweater will keep you warm and cozy as a base layer, or by itself.
If your loved one is a coffee fiend AND a horse person, then you’ve found the perfect Christmas gift idea– the Dapplebay Horses & Coffee Sweatshirt. Designed to be lightweight enough for year-round use, but heavy enough to wear as a base layer in the winter, this sweatshirt is the perfect horse holiday gift for someone who’s always a little cold. A green Starbucks-esque label on the front reminds everyone of this person’s two favorite things: horses and coffee.
Last but certainly not least, this limited edition Christmas gift is perfect for the person who wishes they could wake up in a winter wonderland every day: the Dapplebay Let It Snow Sweatshirt. Featuring a snowglobe with two horses in winter blankets on a light blue background, this sweatshirt will come and go before you know it! Act fast to put this limited edition holiday sweatshirt underneath your Christmas tree.
Santa Claus’ sleigh is almost full of gifts and he’s already checked his list once… he’ll be sliding down your chimney before too long. Act fast to polish off your Christmas gift idea list. The cutoff for pre-Christmas delivery is December 16th!
Find horse holiday favorites for a cozy Christmas on Breeches.com.