How to Make Western Table Decorations
Decorate with passion and style that reflects your western lifestyle. Display your love of western and rustic decorating accents by using your imagination. Decorating the western way is fun and easy using inexpensive household items, garage sale finds and junk shop treasures. Plan a party! Does this Spark an idea?
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Plan A Party
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Liven up a banquet, barn dance or barbecue by selecting dinnerware, goblets, beer mugs and margarita glasses designed with a wild west twist. Barbed wire, bucking broncos, cowboys and cattle designs can add a whimsical touch.
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Design an old west "Wanted" poster as your party invitation. Hand print in block letters with black ink or design on a computer. Stain the edges of the invitations with strong, cold tea. When dry, roll the invitations up and tie them with a thin leather cord. Mail in a tube or hand deliver the invites.
Brass cowbells, available at your local co-op or farm supply store make a ringing impression. Paint the name of each guest on the outside of the bell. Use enamel paint which can be found at any craft store. The bells make happy table place markers.
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Locate candleholders, napkins and tablecloths to complement your dinnerware. Finding just the right piece to show off your personal style can be an enjoyable challenge. Enameled coffee cups, plates and flatware can be found at garage sales, thrift stores and outdoor outfitters. Mix and match for an authentic look.
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Enjoy the hunt to round up conversation pieces to accent your table as striking centerpieces. Galvanized steel or painted tin buckets can showcase a cactus or a striking bouquet of sunflowers as a table piece.
Consider lariat baskets as serving pieces or as a centerpiece. These unique baskets are made from lariat ropes used daily by western wranglers. They can be purchased from artisans across the country or instructions to craft your own can be found online or at your local library.
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Small clumps of wildflowers and fresh herbs can be gathered, tied with a raffia and formed into napkin holders. Cowhide drink coasters add an authentic western statement while protecting your furniture. Spice up your table with leis of fresh red peppers and garlic bulbs.
Cowboy Up!
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Colorful saddle blankets, when used in place of a table cloth, make an eye-catching table cover.
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Replica "Wanted" posters and handbills, found at most paper party shops, make interesting placemats to showcase your western table settings.
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Bright bandannas used in place of cloth napkins add color and charm to your table settings.
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Tips & Warnings
Fairs, rodeos and livestock shows provide ideas and materials for your western decor.
