Sash- Seminole Style

Sash- Seminole Style

SOLD Add vibrant style to your dance regalia with this handwoven Seminole-style sash accented with beads. The weaver crafted it using rich red, blue, and green wool yarn, forming a bold and colorful textile. White seed beads highlight the central diamond design and run along the sides of the cords, adding texture and sparkle.
The sash itself measures 35" long by 3" wide, while the braided cords extend 48" and end in 3" tassels, bringing the total length to 86". Whether worn for ceremony or display, this sash blends tradition, artistry, and movement beautifully.
One of a Kind.
A Native American handwoven sash is a handmade textile created using a loom-based weaving method that interlaces warp and weft threads. The weaver guides each strand with precision, using tools like shuttles and heddles to form tightly structured fabric with consistent tension and intricate designs. Indigenous peoples across North America have used handwoven sashes for ceremonial wear, regalia, and decorative purposes. Patterns often feature geometric motifs such as diamonds, zigzags, and stepped lines, with color combinations chosen for symbolic meaning or visual impact. Some sashes incorporate beadwork, embroidery, or fringe to enhance their beauty and cultural significance. While loom weaving developed later than finger weaving, it allowed artisans to produce larger textiles and more complex designs. During periods of trade and cultural exchange, handwoven sashes became valuable items for both practical use and artistic expression. Today, Native weavers continue to honor this tradition, blending ancestral techniques with contemporary creativity.
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