A real horseshoe, hand painted with pretty pink beads and a pink ribbon.  Today, you will still see people hang horseshoe’s over doors, both inside and out, all around the world. Hanging a horseshoe facing upwards in a "U" shape is said to keep evil out and bring good luck into your home.
Whether you believe the legend or not, you have to admit, a horseshoe hanging above a door makes for interesting Maine Macrame’ decor.