February 14. The annual romantic holiday. Did you forget? If so, fear not! We have some heart-warming ideas for the special cowgirl, loved one and little ones in your life. HEART-SHAPED BLING This unique buckle from Tom Balding is custom crafted to order. The dots featured are a signature Tom Balding finish. Add a little …
It\’s becoming increasingly prevalent to consider source (local) and company (niche) in our world. In a sense, our western culture has perhaps always leaned more towards a high standard of craftsmanship, than an overload of cheap trappings. We cherish one well-made bit crafted from a local artisan, over 10 made overseas. A pair of chaps so …
Case IH recently introduced their brand-new collection of pink rain boots for toddlers, girls and women and we jumped at the opportunity to test them out! “After the success of our red rain boots for boys, we teamed up again with our footwear licensee Eastman Footwear to create a collection of boots that …
Today\’s post is short and sweet and dedicated to my Mom. Because it was she who has fully believed in me from the very beginning. My mom was the one gave me the courage to fly towards a vocation with horses. She has been by my side countless numbers of times for a hug, …
It\’s only a few days until the beginning of December, and at the log house, the preoccupation with Christmas decorating has come into full swing. Here\’s how it goes: tubs of ornaments, glass balls, antiques and rustic stuff is hauled out of storage – we ponder it all and then take to the outdoors to …
One of the real gratifying perks of my job is the pleasure of meeting the western artists and artisans whose work I\’ve admired from afar, as over the years, we\’ve structured the content of the magazine to include more of a cultural bend and showcase the vibe of art and crafts in the western world. …
I haven\’t always been a fan of cowhide, perhaps because I haven\’t had the vision for it into the decor of the log house. Cowhide placemats and runners have just never really taken my fancy. Pinterest has changed all of that and really popped open my eyes to the endless possibilities of cowhide. I\’ve grown …
Music is a constant at the log house. We each have our influences and our tastes meander all genres. Shelves and cupboards overflow with CD\’s, and I\’m mildly grateful the era of albums is over, for the room it\’s saved me. Even with the overabundance of our current collection, and the advent of itunes, new …
Christmas is just around the corner . . . nine weeks away today. What was once a 12 Weeks ’till Christmas countdown here at Screen Doors & Saddles has evolved into nine weeks. Really, what was I thinking? Does anyone really want to know this detail, whether nine or 12? Seriously, I\’m just getting my head wrapped around …
Our March 2013 issue featured the Ultimate Artisans of the West. Over the next few months, we’ll profile some of the talented artisans we met, and whose work we fell in love with. To see the full feature, order the back issue. For silversmith Shawna Whiteside, working from her studio near Didsbury, Alberta, creating the feel …
