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1. Native American Fetish Animals Throughout History Certain tribes are very closely associated with Native American fetish animals. The Hopi, Zuni, Inuit, and Navajo are particularly known for their fetish animals. They consider that these fetish animals are connected with the six sacred directions... (posted by Craig Chambers - Mission Del Rey 1 year 104 days ago.)

2. The Native American Dance Stick Can Be Used For More Than Dancing Dancing has always formed a central part of Native American tribal life. There are quite a few elements that go into a successful dance. Music from drums and flutes, of course, is very important. However, Native American dance sticks are also... (posted by Craig Chambers - Mission Del Rey 1 year 131 days ago.)

3. The Importance of Native American Bows and Arrows It is easy to picture Native American braves thundering across the plains on their horses, bows drawn. They would be in pursuit of a buffalo herd. Daring and swift, these men would use these simple implements to provide food for the tribe. It is... (posted by Craig Chambers - Mission Del Rey 1 year 151 days ago.)

4. Southwest Rawhide Lamp Shades Make An Incredible Statement Now that you have decided that the southwest look is the one you wish to cultivate for your home, it is time to think about lighting. Whatever form of lighting you choose, can be topped off with a southwest rawhide lamp shade. You have already... (posted by Craig Chambers - Mission Del Rey 1 year 246 days ago.)

5. Southwest Placemats Add Color And Pattern To Your Table When you're getting ready to enjoy a meal of chili, tacos, or stew from the chuckwagon, nothing will accent the savor of your food more than a southwest placemat with a western theme. There are plenty of options for different kinds of placemats on... (posted by Craig Chambers - Mission Del Rey 1 year 266 days ago.)

6. Tribal Use Of The Native American Dream Catcher Native Americans are in touch with nature and they have created amazing things such as the dream catcher. These are essential artifacts used by the Indians as a help in capturing bad dreams. Take a look at some of the other purposes and facts... (posted by Craig Chambers - Mission Del Rey 1 year 284 days ago.)

7. The Power Of A Native American Medicine Bag You would think that because it is called a medicine bag that it has actual medicine inside. Well technically, it holds natural elements and healing herbs that are important to the wearer. In Native American culture, these items offer holistic... (posted by Craig Chambers - Mission Del Rey 1 year 290 days ago.)

8. The Native American Bow And Arrow As Home Decor Essential to the survival and growth of early people, is the Native American bow and arrow. It was used as a form of weapon for protection and also for hunting. The unique features that made these weapons very helpful and necessary is part of the... (posted by Craig Chambers - Mission Del Rey 1 year 353 days ago.)

9. Southwest Zapotec Rugs - 10 Facts Each and every Zapotec rugs is different with each having a unique design. These handwoven wool rugs are created by the famous Zapotec Indians. Over the years, their rugs have become collector's items. 1. Zapotec weavings are appreciated because... (posted by Craig Chambers - Mission Del Rey 2 years 291 days ago.)

10. 3 Beautiful Throw Blankets for Southwest Decor For the Native American and Mexican civilization, throw blankets have long been a part of existence. In addition to using the blankets for warmth, they were also used to sit on and hung as a way of decorating a space. Today, you too can use... (posted by Craig Chambers - Mission Del Rey 2 years 298 days ago.)

11. The 8 Most Commonly Used Colors For Southwest Decor Color is an important part of the different Native American tribes and in fact, as you look at the different items they create, such as blankets, pottery, dolls, and artwork, you would quickly realize that they each use something different. For... (posted by Craig Chambers - Mission Del Rey 2 years 300 days ago.)

12. 3 Steps To Choose The Correct Size Rawhide Lamp Shades Ordering the correct size lamp shade for your lamp shouldn't be difficult. Many times we go through a lot of unnecessary hassle when ordering. It's all complicated by the fact that it is hard to tell if a shade will look right when we see it on... (posted by Craig Chambers - Mission Del Rey 2 years 312 days ago.)

13. Native American Flutes - Top 9 Facts Native American flutes are somehow magical in the way they make us feel. Music played on Native six hole flutes is spellbinding. They can calm our spirit. If you are familiar with flute music you must appreciate it too. If you are new to flutes... (posted by Craig Chambers - Mission Del Rey 2 years 324 days ago.)

14. A Southwest Bedspread To Compliment Your Decor Fed up with boring? Try decorating with a marvellous southwest bedspread. They are exuberant in coloring and rich in culture, southwestern bedspreads generate a unique tone in your bedroom. They are vital for any southwestern, western or Native... (posted by Craig Chambers - Mission Del Rey 2 years 331 days ago.)

15. 10 Tips About Native American Rattles When visiting an American Indian pow wow, Native American Rattles are almost always included. If you like American Indian history, you will love hearing and seeing the colorful rattles. Also known as Native American shakers, they can be used in... (posted by Craig Chambers - Mission Del Rey 2 years 331 days ago.)

16. The Story Behind Indian Blankets & Bedding For Southwest Decor Did you know it is exciting to use southwest bedding to bring a taste of rustic style to your house? To set the feel of your room use comforters, bedspreads, blankets and throws all around your house. The rustic style they create is a feeling that... (posted by Craig Chambers - Mission Del Rey 2 years 339 days ago.)

17. Pueblo Kiva Ladders For Southwest Decor - 7 Tips Isn't it interesting how the Indians of the southwest use log ladders on their roofs? They add so much to the famous Indian home groupings made with adobe brick. The intriguing shape has become an icon in design for southwest decorating and style.... (posted by Craig Chambers - Mission Del Rey 2 years 340 days ago.)

18. Summer Themes For Southwest Decor We all look forward to summertime when we spend a lot of time outside.Enjoying longer daylight hours and warmers evenings are wonderful benefits of summer. Watermelon and corn on the cob are summer delights to be enjoyed. Flowers and trees bring... (posted by Craig Chambers - Mission Del Rey 2 years 362 days ago.)

19. Artistic Touches Make A Southwest Living Room Your living room should be a special place in your home that surrounds you with things you love, not a lifeless drab place you simply endure. It really doesn't matter where you live in order to turn your living room into a dazzling southwest... (posted by Craig Chambers - Mission Del Rey 3 years 2 days ago.)

20. The Warmth of a Southwest Bedroom If you desire time and space alone, love unique things and appreciate a room full of color and style, consider adopting a southwest bedroom. As we all know, the purpose of our bedroom is to escape the demands of life while enjoying relaxing rest.... (posted by Craig Chambers - Mission Del Rey 3 years 11 days ago.)

21. Create A Friendly Southwestern Deck Or Patio Everyone is super busy these days so taking time to be outdoors is a nice way to stay healthy. We love spending time outside after working long hours indoors. In recent years, homes are built with outdoor living areas such as a patio or deck where... (posted by Craig Chambers - Mission Del Rey 3 years 25 days ago.)

22. Use Rawhide Lamp Shades For A Western Living Room Rawhide lamp shades since the 1930’s have been synonymous with western décor. When you consider the elements that make up rustic decorating, western rawhide lamp shades are still at the forefront. Over the years, rawhide has played an integral... (posted by Craig Chambers - Mission Del Rey 5 years 105 days ago.)

23. Use Rawhide Lamp Shades for Rustic Western & Southwest Style Go rustic with genuine rawhide lamp shades , the easiest way to develop a country or rustic style. Even if your current lamps and furniture are more traditional, create a western or southwest atmosphere. Rawhide replacement shades and... (posted by Craig Chambers - Mission Del Rey 5 years 334 days ago.)