Long Summer Days in Arizona

It has been a while since I have had a chance to write here.  Let me first start off with what a beautiful summer we have had here in Arizona.  Although this is the toughest part of the summer (since we locals are not acquainted with anything remotely described as "humidity") I enjoy looking off into the mountains and witnessing one of our famous monsoon storms brewing i the distance.  I look forward to the impending fall, and all it has to offer.  I also look forward to the many shows I have planned for this fall and winter! Until then, may the dog days of summer hurry up!
~M 

A new year, and new things for SVM!

Brand new, hot off the welder designs from SVM Western Decor and Design!  We've been putting our creative minds together and have come up with some really exciting items. My sketch book is getting a little low on pages!
Also, check out our brand new eBay store! We are very excited and hope to branch out to even more customers looking for one of a kind treasures!

Christmas Cheer from Arizona!

Just wanted to take a minute to wish a very merry Christmas and happy holidays from SVM Western Decor! We have a lot to be thankful for this holiday season! Be safe and enjoy your family and friends!
Warmly,
Steve, Michelle, Dino, Red, Lucky and Lolita

All I want for Christmas is....Dino!

The essential joy of being with horses is that it brings us in contact with the rare elements of grace, beauty, spirit, and fire.
Sharon Ralls Lemon

Five years ago, Steve surprised me with a video tape. I was at first confused on why he was so adamant about me seeing it, until about 30 seconds later I saw him. The horse I always wanted. At the time he was only 6 months old; a fluffy, scrawny looking thing...but I could see beyond all that. I saw the same horse in my dreams as a child.  I remember dreaming of riding him through meadows of grass and wild flowers (which is a bit odd since I grew up in the desert). I imagined the adventures we would have. Those memories came flooding back as soon as I saw him. I knew he had to be mine. And soon after, he was!
He was born BG Ole Yellow Cleg. That lasted about 2 hours.  My favorite singer of all time is Dean Martin.  He sometimes went as Dino. And so it was...
I would spend every night in his pen, brushing him down... talking to him. Anxiously awaiting the day our adventures would begin.  Days turned into months. Months, to years. Until October 2011 when we finally found a trainer I felt was capable of doing exactly what I wanted. And so came the day that he left home for the first time in 5 years to begin his 60 days of training.
We got him back last week. Unfortunately, our first ride was postponed due to shabby weather.
But I finally got my chance to go on our first ride. We rode through the desert, discovering all new things to him (puddles were the least favorite)  The excitement he had at discovering the new things around him was so awesome, I cant wait for our next adventure! 

Cowboy Christmas

A week ago, Steve and I set out on another show adventure.  This time to Safford, AZ for Cowboy Christmas. And what a show it was!  Beyond the great success we had, we met some amazing people and learned a lot about the amazing foundation that runs Cowboy Christmas every year.  The Blake Foundation took over the event after Safford Chamber of Commerce stopped funding it.  All the proceeds brought into Cowboy Christmas (booth fees, snack bar and a few arts and crafts booths run by volunteers) go to charity.  It was wonderful to be in the room with such giving, selfless people.  It epitomizes what the holidays are supposed to be about. We had such a great time, we paid for next years booth!

Sleigh Bells Ring.........

New items just in time for the holidays!  Check them out in my etsy shop! Custom orders always accpeted!

Upcoming Shows!!

Green Valley Farmers Market:
Every Wednesday October thru April 10am-2pm
Esparanza and I-19 in Green Valley, AZ

Cowboy Christmas
Friday November 25-Saturday November 26, 2011
Safford, AZ

Green Valley Craft Fair
Monday, December 5-Tuesday December 6, 2011
Safeway Shopping Center, Duval Mine Rd and La Canada in Green Valley, AZ

Old West Cowboy Collectible and Trade Show
January 20-22, 2012
Old Tucson Studios
For further info on any upcoming events, please contact me at svmwesterndecor@gmail.com