2-18-09: WOO HOO, it's finally done!  This saddle has taken me longer than any others - understandably, there was a LOT more real-estate to work with.  It was really fun to make, so I can say for sure that this won't be my last parade set.  Tracy Eilers painted the red flowers for me!  It's something really different from the sea of black parade sets on most show tables - they can come in other colors!

I know poor old John Henry isn't the most "paradey" kinda guy, but I actually think he looks pretty cute!

Poppy Parade Set