Set the mood with candles, both votives and tapers. These may be in glass, metal, wood or ceramic holders. Be creative - a section of a fence or window grate can become a headboard or be hung on the wall as a sculpture. Have fun with clay figurines, ranging from peasants in colorful everyday attire to animals to the surprisingly festive Day of the Dead skulls and skeletons. The pictures might be unframed, in simple wood or metal frames, or in highly ornate carved wood frames.
Some Mexican furnishings contain lead paint.
Always err on the side of caution when dealing with these pieces, especially when children are around. Inc. How things get done. Use of this Web site constitutes acceptance of the eHow Terms of Use and Privacy .