Western Metal Art

As a kid I absolutely LOVED rodeo and still do today.  For me one of the most enjoyable and pleasurable events of the rodeo to watch was the calf roping.  At least that’s what it was called then ~~ now it’s called tie-down roping.

There’s just something about the agility, strength and intelligence of a beautiful powerful horse combined with a cowboy possessing the same traits, plus complete trust & faith in his steed.

Tie-down roping requires a highly trained horse as he plays a major role in the success of the endeavor. The horse is taught to know when to start walking backward, responsible for keeping the rope taunt while his rider does his work of tying the calf’s legs together.  A successful event requires expert timing, speed, agility and strength.

It is truly an amazing and awesome event to wach as cowboy & horse work together.

Today I celebrate my respect and awe for calf roping by collecting different types of metal art, like a bill organizer, metal framed mirror, boot scraper’s and throw pillows with logo’s of calf roping.

Texas leads all other states in categories such as cotton, oil, cattle and sheep, Texas ranches and farms produce wheat, hay, sugar cane, poltury, eggs and a variety of furits and vegetables among other things.

Texas is also an industrial giant and a major agriculture state possessing many natural resources.

Texas comes from the word “Texsha” meaning “hello Friend” in the language of Caddo Indian Tribes ~~~ appropiately Texas’s motto is “Friendship”.

Rustic home decor is extremely popular in Texas.

“The Lone Star State” comes from the symbolism of the star on the 1836 flag of the republic, the “National Standard of Texas”. Read the rest of this entry »

Metal art takes on many forms, from wall hangings, mirrors, bookends, clocks and magazine racks, to name just a few.  The art of metalsmithing is the same.

Learning to create western metal art, actually any metal art, is definately not something to be taken lightly.  The skills of metalsmithing are honed over many years, and with so many specialized fields, all requiring their own set of equipment, it can also be extremely expensive.

Even where the metal is acquired varies greatly from metalsmith to metalsmith. One artisian I know creates his works of art from old farm machinery parts.  Some use only metal that has been thrown out for whatever reason. Some use items as they are, incorporate two or more together and create something that is totally different than what they were originally made for, such as the western metal bookends pictured above. Some metal art craftsmen draw their own templates or patterns, others buy patterns, while still others don’t use one at all!

Metal art has flooded the homes of millions of American’s, whether they prefer western home decor, cowboy decor, or rustic home decor, they all appreciate the attention to detail on these unique pieces of western metal art.

The first day of summer is almost here.  As hot as it’s been it could’ve been called summer here (in Texas) for almost a month!

We’ve got the perfect way to cool off on the hottest of hot summer days.  Go to Hill Country, around New Braunfels & float down the Guadalupe River (it’s best to make reservations).  It’s SO cold when you first hit the water that it almost takes your breath away, but you soon get used to it & you’ll find yourself lazily splashing some of that cold water over yourself.

You float past stunning Cypress trees, beautiful plantation looking homes with meticulously manicured lawns, small weekend cabins & campgrounds filled with campers enjoying the same things you are.  The smell of various foods cooking on the grill, make you realize your getting hungry, and your eyes drift to the picnic tables filled with all kinds of goodies.  There’s even a metal napkin holder especially made for outdoors with an arm that holds the napkins down.

Adults sit around the tables & some have even set their plastic chairs out in the water with plates balanced on their laps.  They smile as you go by.  Children are playing in the water or building damns around the cypress knees.  It’s about now you decide it’s most definitely time to stop for awhile and eat.

So stay cool ~~ enjoy your summer, enjoy your family, enjoy the outdoors ~~ even on the hottest of hot summer days!

Have you ever wanted to add a little something extra to your home decor; and what was standing in your way was a shortage in the money department?  Well we’ve got an answer for you!  Unique ideas that will give you the opportunity to accessorize your western home decor without breaking the bank!

Try something as simple as door knobs, drawer pulls, or western shelf brackets that will hold a 10″ to 12″ glass or wooden shelf to showcase your western figurines, or even cookbooks if you put it in your rustic kitchen decor. 

You can just move around the accessories you already have.  Maybe from the living area to your bedroom or vice versa.  Change the purpose for what something is used for.  A good example is a magazine rack ~~ rather than have magazines in it move it to your bathroom, roll up extra towels, wash cloths etc. & place them in what “was” your magazine rack.  If you have a western key rack or decorative wall hooks you really like in your entryway, move it into your kitchen to show-off your decorative hot pads or tee towels.

Candle holders come in more shapes, sizes & designs than could possibly be named, and add a sense of elegance to any room you put them in.  Western style metal candle holders are available in rodeo event designs and also the very popular “Lone Star” or “Barn Star” design.  Try several for an especially romantic escapade for you and your cowboy!

Any of these items are an inexpensive way to accessorize, giving you the opportunity to kick-up your western home decor in an inexpensive, yet inviting and welcoming way!

Man I felt like I just hit the jackpot in Vegas when I found this web-site!  It’s filled with gifts for anyone who loves rodeo or western decor!

I’m going to be able to buy gifts for almost everyone on my Christmas list from this one web-site!  They have so many gifts for under $20.00 it’s unreal. 

They’ve also got some really elegant products….my husband’s getting a cowhide covered barn star!  It’s so awesome….he’s going to be the envy of all his friends.  I’m hoping he’ll get me one of the lamps they’ve got!  I’m so excited!

Transform your home decor in a dramatic and exciting way with western metal art!

You can start out in a small and inexpensive way by utilizing decorative shelf brackets.  Now, we’re not talking about your ordinary plain old brackets that the only purpose is to hold a shelf up.  We’re talking about western shelf brackets that tell a story all on their own.  The working cowboy roping a calf, breaking a horse, or maybe it’s a rodeo bronc rider.

Whatever you choose to start with in creating your own western decor, the relaxed inviting aura you create, will be felt by everyone who enters your home.

People are always trying to come up with something new and different for unique gift ideas.  Something that is old, yet new again, is gift baskets!

Whether it’s for your boss, a family member, or your best friend you can’t go wrong with a gift basket.

Your choices are limited only by your imagination.  From an Amish handmade basket filled with goodies for the bath, the kitchen, a bridal shower or a baby shower.  But a gift basket doesn’t have to be in a basket!  For the wine enthusiast, a portable wine rack with a couple of bottles of their favorite bubbly, and a few wine accessories, tied with ribbon is an awesome wine gift basket. 

Gift baskets make a perfect hostess gift at any kind of party or even an impromptu get-together!  They give great flexibility to complement any personality.

A visit in this superb online store will make you understand why this site is at the top of every western fanatic’s shopping list. This site has gained every western art lover’s praise for their unique offers.

They have a wide range of western metal art that will give your living room your most desired western touch. All the items here, from the simplest to the most elaborated in design, are guaranteed to provide the finishing touches needed in achieving a true western-styled home.

Shopping at this online store was very convenient and easy for me; they understand the value of my time and money. Here, shopping for the best in quality, elegantly-styled home decorations of distinct western flair was really fun and hassle-free.

Their unique collection of western home decor is the best addition to my home. Available at very affordable prices, these versatile ornaments are a great way to spice up a western-inspired room without spending a fortune.