Monday, August 31, 2015

Purchasing A Native American Gift

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.

A dream catcher is a great buy. It appeals to the imagination and the history of the natives of this land. These pieces of art are composed of very intricate and interesting designs. They also have a history which is very intriguing to share. Supposedly bad dreams are filtered through the dream catcher and only good dreams are allowed to get through. They move down the feathers and into an individual's slumber. The round hoop is symbolic of oneness and unity. You can even purchase kits for individuals who want to make their own.

Whether your recipients collect just Indian dolls or an assortment of dolls, the addition of one of these would make the variety well-rounded and much more interesting. Instead of fluffy dresses and dainty shoes, this individual would have dolls dressed in buckskin, beads, and moccasins. Select one that is representative of a tribe this person may be interested in or that his or her family may be descendants of.

You can also select a soft pair of handmade moccasins. They are a gift almost anyone can use both as casual shoes or comfy bedroom slippers. Select a pair with distinctive beading or fringe for more impact. Ask for the correct size before making a selection. These moccasins are so comfortable the recipient of your gift will never want to wear real shoes again.

There is also a wide variety of jewelry available for purchase. Look for those items made of turquoise, pewter, old coins, and even feathers. Bead work can be especially interesting as designs of specific tribes can be worked into the craftsmanship. Choose from earrings, headbands, barrettes, bracelets, rings, chokers and necklaces.

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.

Soft blankets also make wonderful presents. They can be utilized in so many practical ways. Use one as a wall hanging, coverlet, throw, or extra blanket. Put one in your car for use in an emergency or when the weather is very cold.

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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