Monday, November 28, 2011

Native American Traditions: Wedding Gifts And Accessories

Native American Traditions: Wedding Gifts And Accessories

Desert Beauty Indian Wedding Vase

Desert Beauty Indian Wedding Vase

A wedding vase is traditionally used by Native American couples in the Southwest but it is being used increasingly by couples everywhere drawn to the culture's spirituality and reverence for nature, the earth, and the environment. During the ceremony each person drinks from a spout to symbolize both individuality and unity. This vase is one-of-a-kind hand etched and painted in New Mexico with traditional methods and materials including genuine turquoise and jasper stones. It measures 4.5" tall and is signed by the artist, T. Vail of the Navajo Pueblo.



Zuni Indian Wedding Vase

Zuni Indian Wedding Vase

A wedding vase is traditionally used by Native American couples in the Southwest but it is being used increasingly by couples everywhere drawn to the culture's spirituality and reverence for nature, the earth, and the environment. During the ceremony each person drinks from a spout to symbolize both individuality and unity. The vase is a rare, one-of-a-kind piece handcrafted in New Mexico with a Zuni lizard bas relief. It measures 8" tall and is signed by the artist D. Cellijon.



Turquoise Dreamcatcher Necklace

Turquoise Dreamcatcher Necklace

According to American Indian belief, turquoise is thought to promote healing and bring good luck, while the dreamcatcher is said to bring good dreams. This pendant is handcrafted by Jannette S., an American Indian artist. Each sterling silver and turquoise nugget necklace 18" long. Arrives gift boxed.



Land and Sea Indian Wedding Vase

Land and Sea Indian Wedding Vase

A wedding vase is traditionally used by Native American couples in the Southwest but it is being used increasingly by couples everywhere drawn to the culture's spirituality and reverence for nature, the earth, and the environment. During the ceremony each person drinks from a spout to symbolize both individuality and unity. This vase is one-of-a-kind hand etched and painted in New Mexico with traditional methods and materials including inlaid horse hair and 6 genuine turquoise stones. It measures 5" and is signed by the artist Tom Vail Jr. of the Navajo pueblo.



Native American Framed Wedding Certificate

Native American Framed Wedding Certificate

While your marriage license is tucked away in a file, this decorative marriage certificate can be displayed in your home as a beautiful wedding keepsake. Bring the certificate along to the ceremony so that the witnesses can sign it, and then consider having a calligrapher fill in the rest of the information for a more formal look. Each heavy stock certificate is printed on parchment-style paper and measures 8.5" x 11" and arrives in a 2" wood frame in your choice of color and design.



Native American Wedding Certificate

Native American Wedding Certificate

While your marriage license is tucked away in a file, this decorative marriage certificate can be framed and displayed in your home as a beautiful wedding keepsake. Bring the certificate along to the ceremony so that the witnesses can sign it, and then consider having a calligrapher fill in the rest of the information for a more formal look. Each heavy stock certificate is printed on parchment-style paper and measures 8.5" x 11".



Personalized Indian Wedding Prayer

Personalized Indian Wedding Prayer

This wedding blessing is said to have been passed down through generations by the Apache Indians. There are several variations and this version is a simple prayer for love, companionship and unity - it's a wonderful piece to display at the wedding and then later in your home. The high quality, acid free print is set in a double mat and framed in your choice of colors. Each piece is personalized with your names and wedding date. Measures 9.5" x 11" with frame. Shown with a gold frame and ivory parchment mat.



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