A bit of history is needed to explain this DIY framed arrowheads shadowbox. We purchased our farm many years ago and the first time my husband turned some of the ground people came to ask if they could look for arrowheads. That is when I found out that it is well known that there was an Indian camp on our land. So, this year when he decided to turn the land again, I decided I wanted some of the arrowheads for us. Not because I am a collector, but because they are from our land. I feel that decorating with things we find on our farm keeps the history alive. So my hunt for arrowheads and a proper display began.
The Shadowbox
The Arrowheads
Seriously these arrowheads plus many more not pictured came from about 2 hours of hunting on our land. They are in abundance. I just gave them a good scrubbing. Yes, some are not perfect. But I love them all just the same! It is about history for me.
Making an Arrowheads Shadowbox
I mounted them using a small amount of hot glue on each one. That way I can easily get them off without damage if I want to do something else with them.
Now I say all of them are not perfect but I think some of them are pretty darn good ones!
I just laid them around the box until it looked good to me. No rhyme or reason.
I am in love with this little display! The perfect combo of history and home decor.
Such detail! Can’t you just imagine the craftsmanship it took to make these! And to last this long in the earth…simply amazing.
You can actually see them on my mantel below.
So are you an arrowhead fan? Do you love to decorate with found objects? If so, you might try making a DIY arrowheads shadowbox of your very own! It will look great with a DIY wrapped map canvas as well!
This came out great!
I love them and the history and sentiment behind them. What a beautiful idea!
This display reminds me of one we had in our home when I was growing up. My grand-uncle loaned money to the Navajo Tribe in Northern Arizona in the 1920’s or 30’s and as a result had a lot of tribal pieces they gave him, some of which were some beautiful obsidian arrow heads. My mom framed a few against a beautiful turquoise fabric that may or may not have been hand-woven. I don’t remember. Your display reminds me of this shadow-box my mom made many years ago. Thanks for sharing it.
Liz
Great project, it turned out well! Glad you added your link to Beach Cottage Good Life Wednesdays.
I really love how it came out. The history really makes it special. How lucky ya’ll are to have it on your land. No telling what else you may turn up. Nancy
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Now that’s a simple yet amazing craft! Lovely
Now that’s a simple yet amazing craft! Lovely
I just used hot glue. They are still on there many years later!
A very beautiful collection!! Want to sell any arrowheads ?? With you I would be assured or them being the real deal!!
Sorry Lois! I don’t have any to sell right now!