Squash Blossom Necklace FAQs
Navajo squash blossom necklaces are one of the most recognizable types of Native American jewelry. Squash blossom necklaces were especially popular during the bohemian fashion craze of the 1970s, but are best known today for their Native American origins. The squash... Read more
Storytellers in Pueblo Pottery: A Cochiti Tribe Tradition
Pueblo pottery is a revered art form with a deep-rooted history for the Native American tribes of New Mexico. It’s an integral part of their culture and legacy. The Cochiti tribe is known for its exceptional pottery skills and its unique tradition of storyteller... Read more
Storytellers: Connecting the Past and the Future
Every culture across the world has stories: stories of life and death, birth and rebirth, creation and destruction. Many of these tales are ancient, passed down from generation to generation until a written alphabet was invented, enabling the stories to be written for... Read more
Symbolism Used In Native American Jewelry
Symbolism is very popular in Native American Jewelry, and customers are always curious about various items they see, whether it’s regarding squash blossom necklace symbolism, attributes of certain stones such as turquoise, or the meaning behind traditional Native... Read more
Technique: Sand Casting
At Palms Trading Company, you’ll find many beautiful examples of hand-made Native American Indian jewelry. Much of that jewelry is sterling silver that is made using one of two techniques: sand casting and tufa casting. Since we covered tufa casting in a blog in... Read moreTechnique: Tufa Casting
At Palms Trading Company, we have a wide selection of beautiful hand-crafted Native American Indian Jewelry. Some of the sterling silver jewelry we sell is made through the technique of tufa casting, a unique technique used by some Navajo artists to create intricate... Read more
Techniques and Tools Used in Acoma Pottery Design
Acoma pottery design is renowned for its unique craftsmanship and rich cultural heritage. Each piece tells a story of tradition, skill, and artistic expression passed down through generations. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the techniques and tools used in... Read more
Terms to Know in the Native American Jewelry Market
There are so many reasons why it’s important to do your research and know some key terms before purchasing a piece of Native American jewelry. Maybe you’ve seen some photos and have an idea of the style you’re looking for, or perhaps you want to prepare for the future... Read more