Ride a cock-horse to Banbury Cross,
To see a fine lady upon a white horse;
Rings on her fingers and bells on her toes,
And she shall have music wherever she goes.
^I. Opie and P. Opie, The Oxford Dictionary of Nursery Rhymes (Oxford: Oxford University Press, 1951, 2nd edn., 1997), pp. 65-7.
Alternative version:
Ride a cock-horse to Banbury Cross,
To buy little Johnny a galloping horse;
It trots behind and it ambles before,
And Johnny shall ride till he can ride no more.
^Eric and Lucy Kincaid, "Treasury of Nursery Rhymes" (Cambridge, England: Brimax Books, 1981), pp. 26.
Origins
The modern rhyme is the best known of a number of verses beginning with the line "Ride a cock-horse to Banbury Cross", some of which are recorded earlier. These include a verse printed in Tommy Thumb's Pretty Song Book (c. 1744), with the lyrics:
Ride A Cock Horse was independently released by QueenAdreena and sold through their MySpace profile. It contains 4-track demos of songs that were intended to be released on their 2000 debut album, Taxidermy.
Track listing
"Bridget" (Garside, Gray) – 3:45
"I Adore You" (Garside, Gray) – 3:21
"Falling Star" (Garside, Gray) – 2:30
"Where Me And The Vultures Live" (Garside, Gray) – 1:43
A hobby horse (or hobby-horse) is a child's toyhorse, particularly popular during the days before cars. Children played at riding a wooden hobby horse made of a straight stick with a small horse's head (of wood or stuffed fabric), and perhaps reins, attached to one end. The bottom end of the stick sometimes had a small wheel or wheels attached. This toy was also sometimes known as a cock horse (as in the nursery rhymeRide a cock horse to Banbury Cross) or stick horse.
(29 Apr 2017) Hobby horse enthusiasts from all over Finland gathered in Vantaa on Saturday for annual championships.
This year's main event took place at a packed sports hall attracting an estimated 1,000 spectators to watch some 200 participants competing with their hobby horses in several sub-categories.
Riders, almost all girls aged mostly between 10-18, competed in sports that simulate traditional equestrian events like dressage and show jumping.
For show jumping, competitors were divided by age into several groups that all had their own winners announced after each group had finished.
The vast majority of the hobby horses are home-made - splendidly pimped-up, colourful creatures complete with names like Chattanooga Choo Choo and Panda - exchanged and sold by owners at events and...
published: 06 May 2017
Giddy Up and Go Hobby Horse SKU# 867648 - Magic Cabin
Purchase Product At: http://www.magiccabin.com/giddy-up-and-go-hobby-horse-specify-color.htm
Giddy-up, cowboys and cowgirls, for Western adventure! A truly loyal mount, this classic toy features an ultra-soft corduroy head with a shaggy mop mane, faux-leather bridle, and large perky ears. It has a 39" wooden pole ending with a wooden wheel that helps kids balance on-the-run and protects floors.
For ages 3 and up.
• Soft hobby horse toy
• Corduroy head and shaggy mop mane
• 39" wooden pole to ride on
• Wooden wheels protect floors
• Fun for little western adventurers
Size
39"L
published: 25 Jul 2016
Kylee Makes a Unicorn | How to Make a Unicorn Stick Hobby Horse | Easy DIY Stick Horse Toy for Kids
Today on Kylee Makes It, Kylee Makes a Unicorn Stick Hobby Horse! Learn to make a unicorn stick horse of your very own. This is a hobby horse easy DIY stick horse toy to ride in all your magical imaginings!
For today's quick craft, Kylee is making a Unicorn in her studio! All you need is foam core (or cardboard), hot glue, felt, ribbon, yarn, and a dowel rod or other sturdy stick! You'll be on the wings of your own unicorn in NO TIME!
We're going to make it! Follow:
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Free parent, teacher, and student resources and lesson plans at https://KyleeMakesIt.com
Also, I would love to see your creations inspired by this video! Tag @kyleemakesit and/or use #kyleemakesit
Original Music...
published: 19 Apr 2021
Teen Jumps More Than 4 Feet Pretending to Be a Horse
Thousands galloped their way into Finland's eighth annual Hobby Horse Championships. It features kids who compete against each other on toy horses. They mimic categories found in actual equestrian sports, like show jumping. "It's really important that many people see the different side of this and don't just think we are just 5-year old girls running around with their sticky horses," said hobby horse competitor Aquata Kirveskari. As InsideEdition.com's Stephanie Officer finds out, a record was even broken at the games. #InsideEdition
published: 16 Jun 2019
How to Make a DIY Stick Horse or Hobby Horse Unicorn | Made from a sock! | Fun Sock Creations
In this DIY tutorial, learn how to make a simple and cute hobby horse (also known as a stick horse), or even turn it into a unicorn! These are really easy because they are made from socks. Using socks simplifies the process and makes it so that even a beginner could do this project!
Find the free pattern at
https://funsockcity.com/DIY-stickhorse-hobbyhorse-unicorn
These are the socks I used:
https://funsockcity.com/womens-ragg-crew-socks
Or find tons of other cute socks for this project at
https://www.funsockcity.com
If you're a horse lover, or have someone in your life who is, this is the perfect project. It is a great beginner's craft and you end up with an adorable end product. You only need a few supplies, and it can be modified to fit what you have at home. Grab some old sock...
published: 28 Aug 2020
'Biggest Hobby Horse event in the world' takes place in Finland
400 riders competed against each other on toy horses, inspired by actual equestrian sports....
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How to Make Yarn Mane for Hobby Horse
How to Make Yarn Mane for Hobby Horse. Part of the series: How to Make a Hobby Horse For Kids. Learn tips for making the yarn mane when making a hobby horse in this free crafts video from our kids toys expert and homemade toy authority.
(29 Apr 2017) Hobby horse enthusiasts from all over Finland gathered in Vantaa on Saturday for annual championships.
This year's main event took place at a pac...
(29 Apr 2017) Hobby horse enthusiasts from all over Finland gathered in Vantaa on Saturday for annual championships.
This year's main event took place at a packed sports hall attracting an estimated 1,000 spectators to watch some 200 participants competing with their hobby horses in several sub-categories.
Riders, almost all girls aged mostly between 10-18, competed in sports that simulate traditional equestrian events like dressage and show jumping.
For show jumping, competitors were divided by age into several groups that all had their own winners announced after each group had finished.
The vast majority of the hobby horses are home-made - splendidly pimped-up, colourful creatures complete with names like Chattanooga Choo Choo and Panda - exchanged and sold by owners at events and through social media.
Some of them have been known to fetch up to 200 euros (218 US dollars).
Some 10,000 people are currently estimated to be involved in hobby-horsing in Finland, and its popularity is also growing steadily in the other Nordic countries and elsewhere in Europe, though the numbers are much smaller.
No official statistics exist as hobby horsing doesn't have any affiliation with Finnish sports associations and enthusiasts meet and exchange views mainly at online discussion forums and share photos and videos on social media platforms.
#hobbyhorse #championship #Finland
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(29 Apr 2017) Hobby horse enthusiasts from all over Finland gathered in Vantaa on Saturday for annual championships.
This year's main event took place at a packed sports hall attracting an estimated 1,000 spectators to watch some 200 participants competing with their hobby horses in several sub-categories.
Riders, almost all girls aged mostly between 10-18, competed in sports that simulate traditional equestrian events like dressage and show jumping.
For show jumping, competitors were divided by age into several groups that all had their own winners announced after each group had finished.
The vast majority of the hobby horses are home-made - splendidly pimped-up, colourful creatures complete with names like Chattanooga Choo Choo and Panda - exchanged and sold by owners at events and through social media.
Some of them have been known to fetch up to 200 euros (218 US dollars).
Some 10,000 people are currently estimated to be involved in hobby-horsing in Finland, and its popularity is also growing steadily in the other Nordic countries and elsewhere in Europe, though the numbers are much smaller.
No official statistics exist as hobby horsing doesn't have any affiliation with Finnish sports associations and enthusiasts meet and exchange views mainly at online discussion forums and share photos and videos on social media platforms.
#hobbyhorse #championship #Finland
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Purchase Product At: http://www.magiccabin.com/giddy-up-and-go-hobby-horse-specify-color.htm
Giddy-up, cowboys and cowgirls, for Western adventure! A truly loy...
Purchase Product At: http://www.magiccabin.com/giddy-up-and-go-hobby-horse-specify-color.htm
Giddy-up, cowboys and cowgirls, for Western adventure! A truly loyal mount, this classic toy features an ultra-soft corduroy head with a shaggy mop mane, faux-leather bridle, and large perky ears. It has a 39" wooden pole ending with a wooden wheel that helps kids balance on-the-run and protects floors.
For ages 3 and up.
• Soft hobby horse toy
• Corduroy head and shaggy mop mane
• 39" wooden pole to ride on
• Wooden wheels protect floors
• Fun for little western adventurers
Size
39"L
Purchase Product At: http://www.magiccabin.com/giddy-up-and-go-hobby-horse-specify-color.htm
Giddy-up, cowboys and cowgirls, for Western adventure! A truly loyal mount, this classic toy features an ultra-soft corduroy head with a shaggy mop mane, faux-leather bridle, and large perky ears. It has a 39" wooden pole ending with a wooden wheel that helps kids balance on-the-run and protects floors.
For ages 3 and up.
• Soft hobby horse toy
• Corduroy head and shaggy mop mane
• 39" wooden pole to ride on
• Wooden wheels protect floors
• Fun for little western adventurers
Size
39"L
Today on Kylee Makes It, Kylee Makes a Unicorn Stick Hobby Horse! Learn to make a unicorn stick horse of your very own. This is a hobby horse easy DIY stick hor...
Today on Kylee Makes It, Kylee Makes a Unicorn Stick Hobby Horse! Learn to make a unicorn stick horse of your very own. This is a hobby horse easy DIY stick horse toy to ride in all your magical imaginings!
For today's quick craft, Kylee is making a Unicorn in her studio! All you need is foam core (or cardboard), hot glue, felt, ribbon, yarn, and a dowel rod or other sturdy stick! You'll be on the wings of your own unicorn in NO TIME!
We're going to make it! Follow:
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Free parent, teacher, and student resources and lesson plans at https://KyleeMakesIt.com
Also, I would love to see your creations inspired by this video! Tag @kyleemakesit and/or use #kyleemakesit
Original Music by Phil Larson.
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Today on Kylee Makes It, Kylee Makes a Unicorn Stick Hobby Horse! Learn to make a unicorn stick horse of your very own. This is a hobby horse easy DIY stick horse toy to ride in all your magical imaginings!
For today's quick craft, Kylee is making a Unicorn in her studio! All you need is foam core (or cardboard), hot glue, felt, ribbon, yarn, and a dowel rod or other sturdy stick! You'll be on the wings of your own unicorn in NO TIME!
We're going to make it! Follow:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KyleeMakesIt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kyleemakesit
Free parent, teacher, and student resources and lesson plans at https://KyleeMakesIt.com
Also, I would love to see your creations inspired by this video! Tag @kyleemakesit and/or use #kyleemakesit
Original Music by Phil Larson.
Art Videos for Kids! Children Art Videos and Lessons for Little Kids and Young Students | Pre-K thru Primary Ages | Preschool thru Early Grade School
All video elements (music, graphics, and more), available through Envato Elements for as low as $16.50/month: http://ElementsDeal.com
#kyleemakesit #kidsart #unicorn
Thousands galloped their way into Finland's eighth annual Hobby Horse Championships. It features kids who compete against each other on toy horses. They mimic c...
Thousands galloped their way into Finland's eighth annual Hobby Horse Championships. It features kids who compete against each other on toy horses. They mimic categories found in actual equestrian sports, like show jumping. "It's really important that many people see the different side of this and don't just think we are just 5-year old girls running around with their sticky horses," said hobby horse competitor Aquata Kirveskari. As InsideEdition.com's Stephanie Officer finds out, a record was even broken at the games. #InsideEdition
Thousands galloped their way into Finland's eighth annual Hobby Horse Championships. It features kids who compete against each other on toy horses. They mimic categories found in actual equestrian sports, like show jumping. "It's really important that many people see the different side of this and don't just think we are just 5-year old girls running around with their sticky horses," said hobby horse competitor Aquata Kirveskari. As InsideEdition.com's Stephanie Officer finds out, a record was even broken at the games. #InsideEdition
In this DIY tutorial, learn how to make a simple and cute hobby horse (also known as a stick horse), or even turn it into a unicorn! These are really easy becau...
In this DIY tutorial, learn how to make a simple and cute hobby horse (also known as a stick horse), or even turn it into a unicorn! These are really easy because they are made from socks. Using socks simplifies the process and makes it so that even a beginner could do this project!
Find the free pattern at
https://funsockcity.com/DIY-stickhorse-hobbyhorse-unicorn
These are the socks I used:
https://funsockcity.com/womens-ragg-crew-socks
Or find tons of other cute socks for this project at
https://www.funsockcity.com
If you're a horse lover, or have someone in your life who is, this is the perfect project. It is a great beginner's craft and you end up with an adorable end product. You only need a few supplies, and it can be modified to fit what you have at home. Grab some old socks (don't forget to replace them with cute, new ones!) or buy a special pair just for this project. Before you know it, you'll have a little cowgirl or cowboy on your hands!
Also, don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel.
Subscribe here: https://www.youtube.com/c/sockcityfunsockcreations
Thanks for visiting and see you again soon!
--Anna
Don't forget to follow us on social media:
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Facebook: @funsockcity
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Check out our website for tons of fun socks:
funsockcity.com
In this DIY tutorial, learn how to make a simple and cute hobby horse (also known as a stick horse), or even turn it into a unicorn! These are really easy because they are made from socks. Using socks simplifies the process and makes it so that even a beginner could do this project!
Find the free pattern at
https://funsockcity.com/DIY-stickhorse-hobbyhorse-unicorn
These are the socks I used:
https://funsockcity.com/womens-ragg-crew-socks
Or find tons of other cute socks for this project at
https://www.funsockcity.com
If you're a horse lover, or have someone in your life who is, this is the perfect project. It is a great beginner's craft and you end up with an adorable end product. You only need a few supplies, and it can be modified to fit what you have at home. Grab some old socks (don't forget to replace them with cute, new ones!) or buy a special pair just for this project. Before you know it, you'll have a little cowgirl or cowboy on your hands!
Also, don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel.
Subscribe here: https://www.youtube.com/c/sockcityfunsockcreations
Thanks for visiting and see you again soon!
--Anna
Don't forget to follow us on social media:
Instagram: @funsockcity
Facebook: @funsockcity
Twitter: @sockcityinc
Check out our website for tons of fun socks:
funsockcity.com
400 riders competed against each other on toy horses, inspired by actual equestrian sports....
Watch the Euronews live news channel here: https://www.youtube....
400 riders competed against each other on toy horses, inspired by actual equestrian sports....
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How to Make Yarn Mane for Hobby Horse. Part of the series: How to Make a Hobby Horse For Kids. Learn tips for making the yarn mane when making a hobby horse in ...
How to Make Yarn Mane for Hobby Horse. Part of the series: How to Make a Hobby Horse For Kids. Learn tips for making the yarn mane when making a hobby horse in this free crafts video from our kids toys expert and homemade toy authority.
How to Make Yarn Mane for Hobby Horse. Part of the series: How to Make a Hobby Horse For Kids. Learn tips for making the yarn mane when making a hobby horse in this free crafts video from our kids toys expert and homemade toy authority.
(29 Apr 2017) Hobby horse enthusiasts from all over Finland gathered in Vantaa on Saturday for annual championships.
This year's main event took place at a packed sports hall attracting an estimated 1,000 spectators to watch some 200 participants competing with their hobby horses in several sub-categories.
Riders, almost all girls aged mostly between 10-18, competed in sports that simulate traditional equestrian events like dressage and show jumping.
For show jumping, competitors were divided by age into several groups that all had their own winners announced after each group had finished.
The vast majority of the hobby horses are home-made - splendidly pimped-up, colourful creatures complete with names like Chattanooga Choo Choo and Panda - exchanged and sold by owners at events and through social media.
Some of them have been known to fetch up to 200 euros (218 US dollars).
Some 10,000 people are currently estimated to be involved in hobby-horsing in Finland, and its popularity is also growing steadily in the other Nordic countries and elsewhere in Europe, though the numbers are much smaller.
No official statistics exist as hobby horsing doesn't have any affiliation with Finnish sports associations and enthusiasts meet and exchange views mainly at online discussion forums and share photos and videos on social media platforms.
#hobbyhorse #championship #Finland
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Purchase Product At: http://www.magiccabin.com/giddy-up-and-go-hobby-horse-specify-color.htm
Giddy-up, cowboys and cowgirls, for Western adventure! A truly loyal mount, this classic toy features an ultra-soft corduroy head with a shaggy mop mane, faux-leather bridle, and large perky ears. It has a 39" wooden pole ending with a wooden wheel that helps kids balance on-the-run and protects floors.
For ages 3 and up.
• Soft hobby horse toy
• Corduroy head and shaggy mop mane
• 39" wooden pole to ride on
• Wooden wheels protect floors
• Fun for little western adventurers
Size
39"L
Today on Kylee Makes It, Kylee Makes a Unicorn Stick Hobby Horse! Learn to make a unicorn stick horse of your very own. This is a hobby horse easy DIY stick horse toy to ride in all your magical imaginings!
For today's quick craft, Kylee is making a Unicorn in her studio! All you need is foam core (or cardboard), hot glue, felt, ribbon, yarn, and a dowel rod or other sturdy stick! You'll be on the wings of your own unicorn in NO TIME!
We're going to make it! Follow:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KyleeMakesIt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kyleemakesit
Free parent, teacher, and student resources and lesson plans at https://KyleeMakesIt.com
Also, I would love to see your creations inspired by this video! Tag @kyleemakesit and/or use #kyleemakesit
Original Music by Phil Larson.
Art Videos for Kids! Children Art Videos and Lessons for Little Kids and Young Students | Pre-K thru Primary Ages | Preschool thru Early Grade School
All video elements (music, graphics, and more), available through Envato Elements for as low as $16.50/month: http://ElementsDeal.com
#kyleemakesit #kidsart #unicorn
Thousands galloped their way into Finland's eighth annual Hobby Horse Championships. It features kids who compete against each other on toy horses. They mimic categories found in actual equestrian sports, like show jumping. "It's really important that many people see the different side of this and don't just think we are just 5-year old girls running around with their sticky horses," said hobby horse competitor Aquata Kirveskari. As InsideEdition.com's Stephanie Officer finds out, a record was even broken at the games. #InsideEdition
In this DIY tutorial, learn how to make a simple and cute hobby horse (also known as a stick horse), or even turn it into a unicorn! These are really easy because they are made from socks. Using socks simplifies the process and makes it so that even a beginner could do this project!
Find the free pattern at
https://funsockcity.com/DIY-stickhorse-hobbyhorse-unicorn
These are the socks I used:
https://funsockcity.com/womens-ragg-crew-socks
Or find tons of other cute socks for this project at
https://www.funsockcity.com
If you're a horse lover, or have someone in your life who is, this is the perfect project. It is a great beginner's craft and you end up with an adorable end product. You only need a few supplies, and it can be modified to fit what you have at home. Grab some old socks (don't forget to replace them with cute, new ones!) or buy a special pair just for this project. Before you know it, you'll have a little cowgirl or cowboy on your hands!
Also, don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel.
Subscribe here: https://www.youtube.com/c/sockcityfunsockcreations
Thanks for visiting and see you again soon!
--Anna
Don't forget to follow us on social media:
Instagram: @funsockcity
Facebook: @funsockcity
Twitter: @sockcityinc
Check out our website for tons of fun socks:
funsockcity.com
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How to Make Yarn Mane for Hobby Horse. Part of the series: How to Make a Hobby Horse For Kids. Learn tips for making the yarn mane when making a hobby horse in this free crafts video from our kids toys expert and homemade toy authority.
Ride a cock-horse to Banbury Cross,
To see a fine lady upon a white horse;
Rings on her fingers and bells on her toes,
And she shall have music wherever she goes.
^I. Opie and P. Opie, The Oxford Dictionary of Nursery Rhymes (Oxford: Oxford University Press, 1951, 2nd edn., 1997), pp. 65-7.
Alternative version:
Ride a cock-horse to Banbury Cross,
To buy little Johnny a galloping horse;
It trots behind and it ambles before,
And Johnny shall ride till he can ride no more.
^Eric and Lucy Kincaid, "Treasury of Nursery Rhymes" (Cambridge, England: Brimax Books, 1981), pp. 26.
Origins
The modern rhyme is the best known of a number of verses beginning with the line "Ride a cock-horse to Banbury Cross", some of which are recorded earlier. These include a verse printed in Tommy Thumb's Pretty Song Book (c. 1744), with the lyrics: