Interior Design

Making
over a room in a western theme can be as simple as switching out a
few pillows, adding a few wall hangings, and polishing the room with
some fun western curtains. There are a wide variety of styles to
choose from and whether you decide to go for a Southwest style or you
decide that a Wild West theme is more for you, it’s easy to put
together a look you’ll love in no time at all!

If
you go with a Southwest style, look to Santa Fe and Taos in New
Mexico for your inspiration. The colors of this area are soft and
earthy; think of the turquoise blue stones of Native American jewelry
and the muted tones of earthen pueblos. Look for materials for throws
and pillows in shades that are strong but not screaming, colors that
would come from the earth itself.

Patterns
such as those found in Zuni, Hopi, and Navajo works are excellent
examples of the use of color and rhythm in design and make beautiful,
authentic choices. Wall hangings of Southwestern icons, such as
Kokopellis and coyotes, are instantly recognizable and add a flair to
even non-adobe walls. Adding a set of western curtains with a fun
accent, such as a red chili ristra hanging at one side, finishes the
look and pull the room together.

A
Wild West theme is another fun way to go, especially if rustic is
your style. Think sun baked colors in your curtains and throw rugs,
cast iron accents, and knotty, solid pine furniture to really get the
feeling of the Old West. Iron curtain rods and rings make western curtains look at home and are a great alternative to the usual fare.

Flanking
furniture with pine end tables and adding western theme lamps is a
great idea, along with incorporating little touches around the room
like spurs, Wild West paintings, and even items in leather to give
the room a feel that’s both rustic and put together,

The
most important thing is to have fun with the style. Mix up the
Southwestern style with the Old West and create a look that’s a
little bit Tombstone, a little bit Santa Fe. Bring in items in unique
materials such as weathered woods and slightly rusted cast iron;
these can be found at your local thrift store or flea market and are
great for lending an authentic feel to the room.

It
all starts with one great piece, from a set of end tables to the
perfect painting to the ideal western curtains, and with the addition
of a few accessories you can bring a whole new look to any room.

Every time a child is born, most people bring on the pink or blue blankets and the same old gifts. Sometimes gifts are so similar the new parents end up having a yard sale or giving gifts away because they have so many duplicates.

If you’re looking for a gift that is sure to be remembered, try Western baby gifts. This is a fun and unique gift idea that will get baby an awesome keepsake and provide something different that the parents will enjoy.

Personalized items are always a big hit for baby, and some parents keep such items in a special box to be given to the child when he or she is older. Besides, who doesn’t like to see their name on something! For starters, you could get an embroidered, personalized pillow, perhaps even with a removable cover so it is easy to wash. You could also do picture frames, a personalized baby’s first Bible with a fringe or a baby scrapbook.

For the diaper totin’ cowpoke you could purchase some diaper pin holsters. These are so cute. They have little guns in them so they look like they’re in the Wild West. For the Christmas tree you could get a baby’s first ornament with a western theme. Be sure to have it personalized as well.

Let baby kick up his or her heels in a pair of western boot slippers. Some have velour exteriors with western trim. Make sure they have a suede bottom for traction. Something else for the young’un is an adorable boot Christmas stocking. You can get them in pink for the lil’ cowgirl or denim for the lil’ cowboy. They are quite the conversation starter.

When they are ready for some grub, you can get the little one a dinnerware set. Most usually come with a cup, plate and bowl and some have utensils. They have a variety of western themes like a buckaroo, chuckwagon, cacti, saddle, boots, sheriff star and teepees.

A snuggly fleece blanket for the little one to sleep with is another great baby gift idea. Be sure it is machine washable. The perfect thing for the little cowgirl would be a fringed vest and skirt with leather drawstring waist, embellished with silver conchos and studs. A little cowboy would be ready to hit the trail with a suede chap and vest set. Get one with fringed trim, silver conchos and studs. You can also get these outfits in larger sizes for the kids to wear when they are a little older. Parents will appreciate having some bigger clothes since babies grow so fast!