If you would like to add unusual items to your rustic southwestern decorating theme, a good option would be a beautiful hand painted western hide. The magnificent animal and outdoor scenes add a touch of life indoors. These colorful painted hides are a great way to accent your walls and floors. They look stunning displayed over the foot of your bed or on the back of your sofa. And just by flipping the hide over, you can achieve a different look.
One of the most perfect places I have displayed my painted hide is over my fireplace. It’s a great focal point. I was sure to check before hand, that the area didn’t get too hot from the small fire I use for atmosphere. I have unique items from ranches across the old west; odds and ends I have collected over the years. I use these in my decor, so a hide with the cattle drive scene was awesome for my room. Along with the texture and curved mission style arches, the hide looks right at home.
