Cowgirl Up with Awesome Accessories for Everyone!

August 3, 2011

Howdy!

In light of searching for fun and informative articles to include in our newsletter, I found a great article from this month's issue of "Texas Monthly." It's all about the history of the cowgirl! I think you'll enjoy it. As always, feel free to let us know what you would like to hear more about!

Cowgirl Up

Sometimes It Seems as if Women are Almost Invisible in the History of the West, but the Truth Is That They Were There the Whole Time- by BARNEY NELSON

Lizzie Crosson and her husband, George, were some of the first ranchers to settle in far West Texas. A cavalry post existed, but by the time the cavalry arrived, the Indian raiders were usually long gone. Lizzie, who was 24 years younger than her husband, soon learned that if she, George, and the livestock were to survive, they needed to be their own police, fire department, and doctor. Sometimes they even needed protection from the cavalry itself. Once, while George was away, Lizzie prevented hungry soldiers from stealing her sheep with a gun hidden under her apron. At George's death, in 1885, the Crossons owned 640 acres. When Lizzie died, in 1924, she owned more than 30,000 acres. He raised sheep, she raised cattle. She also raised six children and played the piano...

When Richard King took his bride, Henrietta, to the banks of Santa Gertrudis Creek, they hung their cooking utensils on the wall outside the front door of a small mud jacal. The first King Ranch brand recorded was the "HK" connected, Henrietta's initials. She saw her existence as idyllic: "I doubt if it falls to the lot of many a bride to have had so happy a honeymoon. On horseback we roamed the broad prairies. When I grew tired my husband would spread a Mexican blanket for me and then I would take my siesta under the shade of the mesquite tree..."

Continue reading the rest of Nelson's article about the history of the cowgirl on our blog!

Texas Monthly

-Barney Nelson

The Western Diva

Great Accessories for Hard Working Cowgirls

The Western Diva is a family owned business in Weatherford, Texas, with a love for all things western. They are pleased to announce the addition of their own brand of The Western Diva leather hipster belts, wallets and purses! They are also adding their own line of custom jewelry to accessorize and compliment their belt line. The Western Diva's silver dome bracelets covered with various leathers have been a great addition to their "brand" of items.

The Western Diva team believes in supporting hometown businesses, as they are the heart and soul of America. Many of their custom pieces are made in Texas or in the U.S.A. They also know that your brands, logos, and monograms are important. The Western Diva offers many custom products using your artwork. Call or email them today to place your custom order!

Owner Teresa Teague contacts each customer personally to make sure your order is exactly what you are expecting. Your 100% satisfaction is very important to her! Teresa is sure to treat everyone the way she would want to be treated.

Trust in the Lord with all thine heart, and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct thy paths. Proverbs 3:5-6.

The Western Diva

Weatherford, Texas

817-613-7646

Texas Music Chart

Your Guide to Texas and Red Dirt Music

There's another big leap on the Texas Music Chart this week. What's sure to be the unofficial theme song of Texas, "My Texas" by Josh Abbott Band, featuring Texas icon Pat Green, moves up 22 spots from #43 to #21 this week.

Kevin Fowler still holds on to the #1 with "Hell Yeah, I Like Beer." "Breaks My Heart" by Eli Young Band nabs the #2 spot. Turnpike Troubadours move from #5 to #3 with "Long Hot Summer Days." Cody Canada & the Departed drop to #4 with "Ballad of Rosalie," and Eli Young Band closes out the top 5 with "Crazy Girl."

New to the Chart this week is "Hey, Leigh" by Thieving Birds debuting at #41, "Better Life" by Jackson Taylor & the Sinners at #44, and "Weekend's Gone" by Seth Candan at #50.

Click here to see who else made the chart this week!

Texas Music Chart

Houston, Texas

(713) 952-9221

News, Sales, & Events

CELEBRATING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF ELIZABETH TAYLOR

Christie's is honored to announce the official dates for a landmark series of public exhibitions and special events leading up to the sale of the collection of Elizabeth Taylor, the celebrated film star, fashion icon, and humanitarian. In tribute to this amazing woman and her legions of fans worldwide, Christie's has arranged for an international, three-month tour of highlights from her expansive collection that starts in September 2011 and includes stops in Moscow, London, Los Angeles, Dubai, Geneva, Paris, and Hong Kong. The tour will culminate in New York in early December with a special ten-day, museum-quality exhibition of Elizabeth Taylor's jewelry, fashion, accessories, decorative arts and memorabilia, followed by four consecutive days of auctions. For this pivotal event, slated for December 3 to December 16, 2011, Christie's New York will devote its entire Rockefeller Center gallery space to the public exhibition and sales, which are expected to draw several thousand visitors each day. Stay tuned for more information on Elizabeth's collection of boots from Western Vault member Boot Star.

Boot Star

West Hollywood, California

323-650-0475

Las Vegas, Nevada

702-632-0848

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LIVING WESTERN HAS GREAT HATS FOR THE KIDS!

Get great hats for the kids in your family from Living Western. They offer hundreds of styles from traditional straw and felt hats to great picks for your fashionista. Also, buy any hat, and get a FREE SWIRL N TWIRL HAT while supplies last!

Living Western

Weston, Florida

877-778-6085

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GREAT NEW ACCESSORIES FROM THE ARRANGEMENT!

Check out what's new at The Arrangement- beautiful new accessories for your home such as these wonderful decorative pottery vessels!

The Arrangement

Houston, Texas

713-627-9009

Dallas, Texas

214-748-4540

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NEW LEATHER IPAD SLEEVES FROM SOUTH TEXAS SADDLERY!

South Texas Saddlery has introduced brand NEW leather Ipad sleeves! WARNING: If you own an Ipad, you're going to want one of these beauties. Heck, even if you don't have an Ipad, you're still gonna want one! Oh, and I'm sure it goes without saying, but just in case- These are handmade, right here in Texas!

Mention this newsletter for $10 off your new Ipad cover now thru August 12th!

South Texas Saddlery

San Antonio, Texas

(210) 824-8800

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D&D's BACK TO SCHOOL SPECIALS!

D&D Farm and Ranch has some great specials for the kiddos heading back to school this fall. Check out their ad for new specials coming up each week!

D&D Farm and Ranch
Seguin, Texas
830-379-7340

Things to Do Comin' up Soon

Here is a short list of things comin' up soon. Be sure to check out the entire event calendar on TheWesternVault.com for a complete list of great western events all over the United States!

August 3-6: Trigger & Bullet Happy Trails Tour- Portsmouth, Ohio
August 10-13: Cowboy Mounted Shooting Association Western US Championship- Las Vegas, Nevada
August 13- November 12: AQHA Museum: America's Horse in Art- Amarillo, Texas
August 18-20: Western Legends Roundup- Kanab, Utah