Tips for Buying and Decorating with Southwestern Rugs

The best-known native art in North America is seen in the unique designs of Navajo Indian area rugs. The more generic term Southwestern rugs is commonly used to identify designs based upon the work of both these Navajo artists and their Mexican and Pueblo counterparts. Southwestern rugs existed on the continent long before the arrival of Europeans. Originally Southwestern rugs were made of hand-spun cotton thread, but after the Spanish brought domestic sheep to the region, the artisans primarily switched to wool. Because Southwestern rugs contain design elements and colors not seen in other styles of area rugs, they truly serve as the focal point of any room in which they are placed. In fact, it's not uncommon for interior designers to place Southwestern rugs on the wall instead of the floor! Complementary throw blankets also work extremely well with Southwestern rugs to create an exciting lodge look in your den or rec room. Rugs Direct has one of the largest selections of Southwestern rugs available anywhere - over 600 styles and counting! It's a bold step, but decorating with Southwestern rugs could give you home an exciting, unique look that is both historic and timeless.