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Native Indians love to produce painted hides depicting traditional events of life itself. Tribesmen and women paint different elements according to their particular environments. Women traditionally create abstract designs, and men create pictures that really describe the tough lifestyle that they endure. The raw materials used to create painted hides are provided by many different animals including elk, deer and buffalo.  Rawhide is often selected for utilitarian purposes, while …

There is nothing like rawhide lamp shades with their hand stitching and warm tone to make your living room the rustic display of southwest style you’re looking for. The main features of a western or southwestern living room that brings it life is the lighting and lampshades used along with a few other elements. If it is a rustic look you are after, the character of natural rawhide will add that look and feel with rustic charm. Many people go over board when all that is really needed are a f …

Putting together a western bedroom provides an area in your home that becomes a favorite place to relax and rest. If you love the west, surrounding yourself with colors, textures and patterns that convey a western ambiance, will create an area of pure delight. Today, there are many choices from which you may create an environment that provide relaxation and comfort. A bedroom decorated in a western theme, makes an ideal personal space, offering a calm and restful retreat. It will provide, not on …

The features of western decor are unique and offer a rustic look. If you simply desire to purchase an accent piece or even achieve an entire ranch style makeover, there are various ideas and elements of interior design to consider. Watching western movie classics can offer ideas from the props used to help create an authentic western feel. You may see an idea you would like to re-create. Ideas others have found useful include art pieces made from driftwood, steer horns, paintings of the southwes …

There are a couple of reasons to have western throws in your home. They offer relief during the cold winter evenings and can be used as a light covering during the fall months when a heavy blanket wouldn't be necessary. Due to their quality, they make great decorating pieces. These colorful throws vary in texture and pattern and make delightful visual appeal to both your bedroom and living room. Throws with a western theme offer many designs and color pallets that blend into any room, making the …