Monday, September 9, 2013

A Few Popular Texas Souvenirs To Consider

By Helene Norris


Various groups of people are interested in Texas souvenirs. Maybe you live in Tejas and want to brag to your friends who live elsewhere. Winter Texans are likely to choose items to carry back to family and friends when the seasons change. Those people who are visiting the area for the first time also want to pick up items in order to remember the highlights of their trip. Here are some ideas that will spark your imagination.

When you want to remember your trip or your experiences while in the state of Texas, choose an item that is usable. The purpose of souvenirs is to jog your memory. You might want to remember activities, people or places that have special meaning to you. When care is taken to pick the right items, the user of the gifts will appreciate you and your thoughtfulness every time the souvenir is used.

Texan inspired foods are a great way to remember your dining experiences while traveling in the state. Hopefully, you have enjoyed the type of chili that doesn't claim beans as a major ingredient. Barbecue sauce is a way to take the taste of this style of meal home with you. Other well-known food links include cactus, dried peppers, pecans, and chipotle.

Another factor that may drive your selection of souvenirs and mementos is whether or not the item is functional. Texan items that are useful, as well as representative include such products as place mats, coasters and key rings. When you grab your automobile keys, you are reminded of your trip to the Lone Star State. A coffee mug is another functional product.

A star appears on many souvenir items from or about Tejas. You can find it on everything from clothing to furniture. The image is related to the nickname of "The Lone Star State". It has been used in several different flag concepts from as early as 1819. The current design dates back to 1839. Several different meanings have been ascribed to the name and the image. It may be considered to represent the wish for statehood, or that it is the only Mexican state that sought to uphold rights under the 1824 Mexican constitution.

When you want to find items that provide information about Texan history, culture and geography, there is a wide variety of options. You can see DVDs, CD, magazines and books, as well as maps and newspapers. Even a simple postcard can become a souvenir.

Perhaps you would like to choose a funny gift, or at least a whimsical one. Consider a toy armadillo, or a bank in the same shape. There are candies shaped in stars or in the outline of the state.

You can select the right Texas souvenirs for every person on your gift list. There are many local stores, as well as online shops to choose from. When you know the recipient well, you will be able to choose the perfect gift. You can pick for youngsters or senior citizens and every age in between from the range of products.




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