Lone Star Cowgirls

Lone Star Cowgirls was founded in 2006 by, Valerie Cranford and her sister Cat Hammers. In the beginning, there were only 4 ladies, today there are about 8-12 ladies that make up this group. These ladies have to be very in tune with their horses and train extensively to do the choreographed performances that the Lone Star Cowgirls are known …

Wurstfest: Sprechen sie tradition?

Since 1961, a meat inspector from New Braunfels, Tx created what was then called, “Sausage Festival”, to honor the local favorite: sausage. It was then a one-day gathering where residents were to enjoy an abundance of sausage dishes from all around town. This festival grew through publicity in newspapers worldwide which attracted many visitors to attend this unique celebration, in …

Your Home for the Holidays

I know, I know. It is only October, but we just have to talk about Christmas candles to help get you in the mood and to remind you to start shopping for Christmas early. We are not saying to skip Halloween, please do not do that. It happens to be one of my favorite holidays. Definitely do not leave out …

Sew it Goes

We love mixing new with old. When you come into South Texas Tack, we try to make you feel at home like you could spend hours here. We try finding those one-of-a-kind pieces that you can easily add to your home for that wow factor, but let them adorn the store until they find their forever home. Needlepoint is trying …

These Candles are the B’s Knees!

  These Candles are the B’s Knees!   If you have never smelled the B’s Knees candles you need to get to South Texas Tack and test them out. The founder of B’s Knees, Brenda Buell, believes that the power of scent can change a mood, an attitude, or an experience. Think about, you remember smells of happy, sad, or …

Do-It-Yourself Pest Control

Country Living is what a lot of people dream of getting to do, but just like anything is has its moments! You have essentially made your home in a place where a number of pests call it their home as well. I know that I often forget every time I am at the store to pick up whatever special spray …

Welcome to Summer!

There is nothing better than a good dip in a pool on a hot summer day. Your space, budget, and amount of time you will spend in one, pretty much determines what your backyard pool looks like. This month we are going to talk about country pool ideas. In ground pool with an attached hot tub or water feature. These …

Boot Jacks and Scrapers

Boot jacks are still a staple for anyone that wears cowboy boots. I myself have one in the house and one that stays in my suitcase, if I had a horse trailer, there would be one in there too. Boot scrapers however are kind of thing of the past, which I have theories on why they are not as popular …

Introducing the Johnny Was Blanket

Santa Claus stopped by South Texas Tack this December and with him he brought a brand-new blanket line. We’re so excited to add Johnny Was blankets to our collection, and if we’re being honest, to our living rooms. The Johnny Was blankets come in four different designs and are both stylish and functional. These blankets are sherpa-lined and will keep …

Christmas Trends and Collections

I don’t know if you have noticed or not… but Christmas trees just keep getting bigger and more elaborate… and we absolutely love it! Now I know this can usually cause a great debate amongst family and friends. Should there be a tree in every room or just one? My friends are kind of split down the middle with where …

Say Goodbye to Boring Houses and Hello to Barndominiums

I think we can all agree, for the most part, that traditional brick houses are starting to fizzle out for a new fad to make its way in… we’re talking barndominiums! Affordable barn style homes with multiple uses, or you might have heard it as a shop with living quarters. Call it what you want but just remember, they’re cost …

Spiky Obsession

Selecting a pot or planter for succulents is considered challenging but it’s an important part of keeping your succulents happy and healthy, creating a beautiful arrangement that works in with your home décor or gift idea!   When it comes to succulents, the only thing I enjoy more than buying succulents is picking out the planters. I’m especially attracted to the blue …