Thursday, September 3, 2015

Selecting A Native American Gift For That Special Someone

By Daphne Bowen


You want to purchase a gift for a friend or family member who is interested in these artifacts. A native American gift can be indicative of a specific tribe or may just be an interesting and unique item. They are very easy to locate anywhere near reservations. These presents will be an interesting and unique way of showing your love and care for a specific individual who is a special person to you.

Purchase works of art such as dream catchers. They can be hung up all over one's home and mostly in the bedroom. They consist of amazing designs, and the stories and history behind them are fascinating. They can be purchased in a variety of colors, sizes, and designs. Tribe lore tells us that these dream catchers are meant to gather all of a person's dreams and trap the bad ones and the nightmares. Positive dreams are allowed to filter through and down the length of the feathers. The round hoop on this art work is a symbol of continuity and unity. You can even buy a kit for that special person so he or she will be able to make his or her own personal dream catcher.

You may have someone in your life who collect dolls or who just loves native items. Purchasing a doll would fill both needs. It wouldn't be a doll with lace socks, Mary Jane shoes, and a frilly dress with a petticoat. Rather, it would be a figure dressed totally in buckskin and fringed moccasins. You can choose one that is a representative of a particular tribe if you wish, or just select the one that is the most appealing.

A pair of hand-made moccasins can make wonderful casual shoes or very comfortable bedroom slippers. Choose a pair with beading or fringe for more interest and detail. Be sure to find out the correct size before you shop for these items. They are so comfortable that the recipient may be asking for more of these special shoes.

You can also choose from a wide variety of different types of jewelry. Seek out those distinctive articles make of pewter, coins, feathers, turquoise or silver. Beading can be very interesting and colorful with the designs of the different tribes worked into the jewelry. Choose from items such as chokers, rings, necklaces, bracelets, headbands, and barrettes.

There are other bead work pieces that may be available for purchase. These may include book marks, coasters, knife sheaths, and belt buckles. They may be very colorful with intricate and tribal designs. There may also be kits available for those crafty and talented individuals.

Blankets also make sensible but unique presents. The designs featured can be matched with almost any home decor or color scheme. The blankets are very cozy and warm and make wonderful coverlets, wall hangings, runners, and throws.

Present any of these gifts to your special recipient and you know he or she will be very pleased with your thoughtful and creative choices. The skill and past histories of the individuals who crafted the articles will be so apparent and make these items even more precious.




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