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Monthly Archives: January 2011
The bolo tie (6 of 6)
Today, bolo ties can be found in every style imaginable. As with all types of turquoise jewelry, bolo ties incorporate different types of stones and metal work. The tips can be as simple or as complicated as the artist has … Continue reading
The bolo tie (5 of 6)
The bolo tie was made the official neckwear of Arizona in 1971, and continues to be associated with the American southwest more than any other area of the world. However, the popularity of bolo ties has also crossed the Atlantic … Continue reading
The bolo tie (4 of 6)
The word bolo tie is assumed to have come from the word boleadoras or bolas. Bolas are the hunting weapons crafted by Southern Americans that use are constructed of rope or cord with a ball attached to each end. When … Continue reading
The bolo tie (3 of 6)
Although Victor Cederstaff did indeed craft and sell bolo ties in the mid 1900s, the story of Victor creating the bolo tie is certainly not historical fact, although it is certainly fun. One contrary bit of information can be found … Continue reading
The bolo tie (2 of 6)
Ever wonder how bolo ties came into being? Well, like may origin stories, there’s more than one story that tells the tale. However, the most commonly trusted origin story for the bolo tie takes us to Wickenburg, AZ. Wickenburg is … Continue reading
The bolo tie (1 of 6)
Welcome back from the Holidays!!! And Happy New Year! Though I’m a few days late, please accept my well wishes! So, what’s first for the New Year? How about bolo ties! – Ever wonder how they came to be, or … Continue reading
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The Squash Blossom Necklace (7 of 7)
When purchasing a squash blossom necklaces, I always suggest to first find one that you like. This is the most important factor. More than any other factors, in my opinion, this is the one you should start with. Why purchase … Continue reading
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The Squash Blossom Necklace (6 of 7)
The traditional squash blossom necklace design is easily recognizable, however, in today’s world the term squash blossom is applied to many styles of Native American necklaces. Today the term is applied to any long intricate necklace that includes hand crafted … Continue reading
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The Squash Blossom Necklace (5 of 7)
Many admirers of turquoise jewelry point to the squash blossom as one of the finest designs available. Today I’ll continue my discussion of the squash blossom… The principal part of the traditional squash blossom necklace is the naja. It is … Continue reading
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