Native American Crafts for Giveaway Gifts
For thousands of years, native peoples have populated the Americas from the southern tip of Chile to the farthest reaches of Alaska. Throughout that time they have created diverse and vibrant cultures. Their arts and crafts are one of the last living testaments to the existence of these cultures, carried on through tradition by those still alive today. With the popularity of Native American arts these days, great giveaway gifts are inexpensive and easy to find.
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Dreamcatchers
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Dreamcatchers are one of the most popular Native American crafts. Dream catchers are perhaps the most well known of all Native American crafts. Readily available in virtually all Native American stores and many other stores. Typically adorned with beads, feathers, and strings of colored leather, they are traditionally hung over beds but can adorn any wall space. Dream catchers are a beautiful decoration to any home, and tiny versions make excellent giveaway gifts.
Native American Rattles
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Music has long been an integral part of Native American society. Thankfully, much of this tradition lives on. Rattles of various Native cultures make practical gifts for someone interested in Native American crafts. Like the dream catcher, it is often adorned with beads, feathers, and other traditional decorations, making it a visually appealing item. The rattle is still a relevant musical instrument, whether for traditional Native music or not.
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Rain Sticks
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Yet another popular, inexpensive, and fun Native American gift is the rain stick. Used generations ago to invoke the rain spirits, this ancient instrument is used today more for fun-oriented purposes, making it an especially fitting gift for children. Essentially a tube with beads and small seeds inside, when turned upside down it creates a sound much like that of rain.
Miniature Totem Poles
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Beautiful and difficult to make, Totem Poles are an impressive gift. The traditional totem pole is very large and must be carved out of a solid piece of wood using a variety of very sharp blades, making it a relatively impractical gift. But due to its popularity as a Native American art form, its now easy to find and purchase miniature versions. Virtually every totem pole is a one of a kind, making it a very thoughtful and beautiful gift.
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