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Quick Knot Braiding Tools | Emmers Equestrian
At Emmers, we love a tool that makes show-day plaiting quicker and easier, and Quick Knot does exactly that. It replaces needle and thread: roll each braid into a knot with an elastic band as usual, then push the three-armed Quick Knot pin through the knot and bend it over to secure it. To undo it, straighten the pin and slide it out. It's a great choice if you find sewing plaits fiddly or slow.
The pins are reusable, so it's a one-off buy and not an ongoing expense, and they work on dry or damp manes. The standard size suits most manes, and the XL is made for thicker, coarser hair.
Tips for Choosing
- Choose the XL if your horse has a thick or coarse mane. The standard size suits an average mane.
- Buy enough pins for a full mane at once. Most horses need somewhere between 9 and 13 braids, depending on mane thickness and plait size.
- Quick Knot is simple enough for a confident beginner or a younger rider, with a little supervision the first few times.
- Store the pins somewhere dry between uses, so they don't go missing in your grooming box.
- Plaiting the night before a show? Quick Knot braids hold well overnight, so there's no need to redo them on the morning.
Frequently asked questions
Do I still need elastic bands with Quick Knot?
Yes, you still tie off each braid with an elastic band as usual, then use the pin to secure the rolled knot instead of stitching it.
How is this different from sewing a plait?
It skips needle and thread entirely; the pin locks the rolled braid in place and comes out just as easily when you're ready to undo it.
Which size do I need for my horse?
The standard size suits most manes; if your horse has a noticeably thick or coarse mane, the XL holds better.
Will it damage the mane hair?
No, used as intended, it holds the braid without pulling or damaging the hair, and removes cleanly.
Can I reuse the same pins next time?
Yes, that's the main advantage over needle and thread; the pins are designed to be used again and again.
Does it work on a wet mane?
Yes, it works on both dry and damp hair, which is useful if you're washing the mane before plaiting.
You'll find Quick Knot braiding tools in both standard and XL sizes at Emmers Equestrian.