Mission Del Rey Blog

If you love simple country life and beautifully-made handcrafts, you will definitely appreciate the wonderful craftsmanship of Amish basketry.  Amish baskets are a great way to add chic style and country charm to your home decorating.The Amish are a hard working people that live simple lives on large, beautiful farms.  They don’t rely on modern conveniences such as cars and electricity, and are often seen in horse and buggy on local streets.  They have a strong sense of commu …

The appeal of Native American pottery is globally popular. Many people throughout the world want to have these unusual pieces of handmade pottery with their unique designs and intense patterns. This art form of pottery making has been in existence since the dawn of civilization and the traditional techniques of production have been passed down through the ages to the different tribal descendants. Pottery is thought to be one of the oldest crafts in time. Ancient artifacts have been found an …

Several years ago we began making rawhide lamp shades and selling them on the internet. Since those early days we have learned a lot about rawhide lampshades and have had the opportunity to help others also understand rawhide. There are reasons why it is sometimes loose or tight. And then, there is the care. What is best to condition rawhide shades; and how do you do it? After all, you want to protect your investments in rustic lamps, lighting and home furnishings. When it is time to s …

Trying to decide on the right decor to give your home that one of a kind western style? Use Shaman drums along with your western home furnishings like I did. My love for these one of a kind, American Indian drums started right after my husband and I purchased our new home last year.  We knew that because of our love for the old west, we wanted true southwestern and Native American style home decor with original rustic home furnishings.  Once that was decided I start …

Enjoy cooler weather with our stylish scarves and ponchos made of 100% Alpaca. Lightweight but warm, you will love the soft, durable material of genuine Alpaca. Perfect for any occasion, our beautiful lightweight scarves and ponchos come in a variety of colors.The soft feel of Alpaca has made it a very popular fabric choice for winter apparel. Because Alpaca is one of the warmest fabrics in the world, it is a prime choice for those looking for garments made of quality, durable fabric. …