The Basket Tree
One of the oldest crafts in Native American culture is basket making. The tribes in the northeast make baskets out of many materials including birch bark, split wood of ash trees and sweet grass. The strongest being those made from the wood of brown or black ash trees, known as basket trees.
These slow growing trees are found along streams and in bogs and swaps only in the Northeastern United States and Southeastern Canada. The wet landscapes they grow in produce more flexible strands good for weaving.
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Antique Sweetgrass & Ash Basket
This Basket Antique Sweetgrass & Ash with Lid will make a nice addition to your collection or you can use it as decorative storage container. It comes complete with a cover. The basket maker used very thin Ash Splints and strands of braided Sweetgrass to make the basket. They wrapped sweetgrass around the top of the basket and the edge of the cover. The basket maker attached wider strip of Ash to the top of the cover to serve as a handle. This basket does show some signs of wear, but it is still in good condition. The Basket stands 4.5″ tall with the cover on and measures 7″ in diameter.
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Native Americans in the Northeast make them out of many materials including birch bark, split wood of ash trees and sweetgrass, the strongest being those made from the wood of brown or black trees, known as basket trees. Native American ash baskets are a type of traditional basket. Various Native American groups use ash tree splints as the primary weaving material. These baskets are known for their strength, flexibility, and intricate weaving techniques. Ash baskets play a significant part in Native American culture. People use them for various purposes, including carrying and storing food, gathering materials, and as trade items.
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Contemporary Brown Split Ash Basket with Curls
This Basket Ash Brown Contemporary needs a special place in your collection! The basket maker used natural Ash splints interspersed with warm Brown and light Green splints. She covered the outside of the Basket with natural colored curls. Around the edge of the lid and the top of the basket, the basket maker wove Sweetgrass strands. The crafter wrapped a few bits of ash splints together to create a handle for the lid. This basket stands about 2.5 inches tall. The top diameter measures 3.5 inches. It is in new condition! One of a Kind!
Native American tribes in the Northeast make baskets out of many materials including birch bark, split wood of ash trees and sweetgrass, the strongest being those made from the wood of brown or black ash trees, known as basket trees. Native American ash baskets are a type of traditional basket. Various Native American tribes use ash tree splints as the primary weaving material. These baskets are known for their strength, flexibility, and intricate weaving techniques. Ash baskets play a significant part in Native American culture. People use them for various purposes, including carrying and storing food, gathering materials, and as trade items.
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Contemporary Coral Porcupine Weave Ash Basket
Place this Basket Ash Coral in a special place in your collection! The basket maker used natural Ash splints interspersed with bright Coral colored splints. She used Porcupine Weave to create the spiky curls on the outside of the Basket. Around the edge of the lid and the top of the basket, the basket maker wove Sweetgrass strands. The crafter wrapped a few bits of ash splints together to create a handle for the lid. One of a Kind!
Native American tribes in the Northeast make baskets out of many materials including birch bark, split wood of ash trees and sweetgrass, the strongest being those made from the wood of brown or black ash trees, known as basket trees. Native American ash baskets are a type of traditional basket. Various Native American tribes use ash tree splints as the primary weaving material. These baskets are known for their strength, flexibility, and intricate weaving techniques. Ash baskets play a significant part in Native American culture. People use them for various purposes, including carrying and storing food, gathering materials, and as trade items.
This basket stands just about 2 inches tall. The top diameter measures 3.5 inches. It is in new condition! One of a Kind!
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Large Ash Splint Basket with Lid
This Basket Large Ash with Lid will make an attractive storage container or addition to your basket collection. The basket maker created this basket with natural ash wood splints. He or she incorporated some Yellow and darker Brown splints to create a design. A wood handle makes it easy to carry. You will see fading of the colored splints on the outside of the basket. The lid and the bottom remain intact, though dusty. This basket stands 12 inches high with the lid on. (not including the handle). It measures x 15.5 inches long x 10.5 inches wide.. We got the basket from a collection. It is in good, usable condition. One of a Kind!
Native American ash baskets are a type of traditional basket. Various Native American tribes use ash tree splints as the primary weaving material. These baskets are known for their strength, flexibility, and intricate weaving techniques. Ash baskets play a significant part in Native American culture. People use them for various purposes, including carrying and storing food, gathering materials, and as trade items. One of a Kind!
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Large Ash Storage Basket with Lid
This Basket Large Storage will make an nice addition to your basket collection. The basket maker created this basket and its lid with natural ash wood splints. The lid and the bottom remain intact, but they do have a few small holes. This basket stands 13 inches high with the lid on. The lid measures 17 inches in diameter. The bottom of the basket is square and measures 14.5 inches x 14.5 inches. We got the basket from a collection. It is in good condition, but will not hold anything heavy. One of a Kind!
Native American ash baskets are a type of traditional basket. Various Native American tribes use ash tree splints as the primary weaving material. These baskets are known for their strength, flexibility, and intricate weaving techniques. Ash baskets play a significant part in Native American culture. People use them for various purposes, including carrying and storing food, gathering materials, and as trade items. One of a Kind!
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Basket Group Lot
This Basket Group Lot will make an attractive storage containers or additions to your basket collection. The basket maker created the Ash basket with natural ash wood splints. Two small wooden handles make it easy to carry. You will see fading of the splints on the outside of the basket. A couple of the splints are broken on one side. This basket stands 5.5 inches high x 9 inches wide. We got the basket from a collection. It is in good, usable condition. The Antique Apache tray is a beautiful piece. You will see two spots of rim damage. The measurements are 2 inches high x 8 inches wide. One of a Kind.
Native American ash baskets are a type of traditional basket, using ash tree splints as the primary weaving material. These baskets are known for their strength, flexibility, and intricate weaving techniques. Ash baskets play a significant part in Native American culture. People use them for various purposes, including carrying and storing food, gathering materials, and as trade items. Apache trays are not only functional items but also works of art that showcase the rich cultural heritage and craftsmanship of the Apache people.
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Rectangle Shaped Ash Basket
This Basket Ash Rectangle will make an attractive storage container or addition to your basket collection. The basket maker created this basket with natural ash wood splints. They incorporated some dyed yellow, green and pink splints. The wood handle makes it easy to carry. You will see fading of the colored splints on the outside and the inside of the basket. The bottom remains intact. You will see a couple of broken colored splints on the inside and the basket is a bit dusty.
This Basket Ash Rectangle stands 9 inches high not including the handle. It measures 20 inches long x 9.5 inches wide. One of a Kind!
Native American ash baskets are a type of traditional basket. Various Native American groups use ash tree splints as the primary weaving material. These baskets are known for their strength, flexibility, and intricate weaving techniques. Ash baskets play a significant part in Native American culture. People use them for various purposes, including carrying and storing food, gathering materials, and as trade items.
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Vintage Pine Needle Basket
Add this Basket Vintage Pine Needle with Lid to your collection or use it for decorative storage! The basket maker used natural pine needles and traditonal basket weaving techniques to create this basket and lid. The lid has a built in handle. The basket stands 5.5″ tall including the lid. It measures 9″ in diameter. We got this basket from a collection. You will find it in very good condition. One of a Kind!
Native Americans from Southeast Coast of North America traditionally make Pine Needle Baskets. Native Americans from other parts of North American make coiled baskets with other materials. They used baskets as storage containers for foodstuffs and supplies. In more recent times, they made baskets to sell. Pine needle baskets are not only functional but also carry cultural significance in many Native American communities.
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Handmade North West Coast Nootka Style Basket
This delightful Nootka Style Basket will make an ideal addition to your collection! The basket maker used Beargrass to make the basket. He added colorful designs in Green, Orange and Indigo. This Basket comes complete with a lid that has a woven handle.
Nootka baskets are highly valued for their craftsmanship and intricate designs. Basket makers use cedar bark, spruce root, or bear grass to make them. The crafters gather the raw materials, strip the bark or roots into thin strips, and then weave them together. They use natural dyes derived from plants, such as alder bark, yellow cedar, or blackberry root to create colorful designs.
This Basket stands 3.5″ tall with the lid on and 3.5″ in diameter on the bottom. You will see a few small breaks in the splints. The color has faded on the outside, but you can see the original bright colors inside. Structurally, this Basket is in very good condition. One of a Kind!
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Basket Sweetgrass & Ash
This Basket Sweetgrass & Ash with Lid will make a nice addition to your collection or a decorative storage container. This weaver used a light color Ash Splints and sweetgrass to make the basket. This basket is in excellent condition! The signature on the bottom says Mikmaq LT and DB.
The Basket measures 1.5″ tall with the cover on. The cover measures 3″ in diameter. One of a Kind!
Native Americans in the Northeast make them out of many materials including birch bark, split wood of ash trees and sweetgrass, the strongest being those made from the wood of brown or black trees, known as basket trees. Native American ash baskets are a type of traditional basket. Various Native American groups use ash tree splints as the primary weaving material. These baskets are known for their strength, flexibility, and intricate weaving techniques. Ash baskets play a significant part in Native American culture. People use them for various purposes, including carrying and storing food, gathering materials, and as trade items.
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Pine Needle Basket Kit
This Basket Kit allows you to make a fragrant pine needle basket. Each kit contains materials needed to make a 4″ – 6″ Pine Needle Basket. Additionally, the instruction booklet describes eight basketry stitches for you to try. So, follow the directions to learn how to coil and stitch the Long Leaf Pine Needles. Then create a Pine Needle Basket of your own design!
Native Americans from Southeast Coast of North America traditionally made Pine Needle Baskets. Native Americans from other parts of North American make coiled baskets with other materials. They used baskets as storage containers for foodstuffs and supplies. In more recent times, they made baskets to sell.
The Kit includes:
- Long Leaf Pine Needles
- Natural Raffia
- Coiling Gauge
- Tapestry Needle
- Fully Illustrated Instruction Booklet
You will also need: water, a pot to boil or soak needles, a towel, a ruler, and a pair of scissors.
We recommend this kit for ages 12 +. Adult assistance may be needed to help children with this kit.
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Basket Southwestern 8 inch
This handwoven Basket Southwestern measures 8 inches wide by 3 inches tall. The basket maker made it in a Papago style with coils of grass, yucca and devils claw. This is a very sturdy basket, you will see signs of wear on the bottom and the inside from previous use. Don’t miss out on this beautiful basket for your collection or everyday use.
The basket maker made it in the Papago style with coils of grass, yucca and devils claw. Papago weavers, also known as Tohono O’odham made this style basket to appeal to tourists traveling in the Southwest in the early 1900s. Papago baskets are not only functional but also serve as beautiful pieces of art that reflect the cultural heritage and craftsmanship. One of a Kind!
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Basket Northwest Coast Small
Add this lovely Oval Basket Northwest Coast Small with lid to your collection. The basket maker wove a duck design on the basket and the lid.
The art of Northwestern Coast Basketry has been passed down from generation to generation for thousands of years and is an important part of the region’s cultural heritage. Each basket is unique and often features intricate designs that reflect the artist’s personal style and cultural traditions.
This Northwest Coast Style Basket stands 2.5″ tall and 4″ in diameter. It is well made and in good condition you will see that the sun has faded some of the duck designs. Display it in your Basket collection, or use it to store small items. One of a Kind!
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Basket Inuit Style
Add this delightful Basket Inuit Style to your collection! The crafter created this coiled basket with finely woven grass. He used dyed grass to made a red and black geometric design on the basket and the cover. You will see that the colors have faded and a there are spots where the grass is broken or missing. It stands 4 inches high and measures 8.5 inches in diameter.
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An Inuit-style grass basket is a remarkable example of traditional Arctic craftsmanship, blending functionality with artistry. These baskets are typically woven from native grasses, such as beach rye or arctic grass, which are both durable and flexible. The weaving technique used in creating these baskets is meticulous, often involving intricate patterns and designs that reflect the Inuit cultural heritage. These baskets are not only practical items but also hold cultural significance. They represent the resourcefulness and creativity of the Inuit people, who have adapted their traditional skills to the harsh Arctic environment. One of the distinctive features are their decorative elements. Some baskets are adorned with dyed grasses to create colorful patterns.
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Basket Penobscot Style with Twists
This Penobscot Style Basket with Twists will make a nice addition to your collection. The basket maker used tan and brown split ash and made an unusual designed bottom. The basket has nice oak loop handles.
The basket measures 6.25″ tall and the opening measures 4.5″ x 5″.
These Baskets are a beautiful example of traditional craftsmanship. These baskets are often made using materials like split ash and sweetgrass, showcasing intricate weaving techniques. The “twists” in the design add a unique flair, making each basket a one-of-a-kind piece. You can find examples of these baskets, such as vintage handwoven ones, which highlight the curly twist details. Additionally, some artisans incorporate modern touches while staying true to the traditional Penobscot style.
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American Indian Baskets
Building and Caring for a Collection. By Sarah Peabody Turnbaugh & William A. Turnbaugh. 272 pgs. Hardcover.
Profusely illustrated discussion of Native American basketry reviews basket making methods. It also advises the reader on what to look for when purchasing old baskets.
You will see examples of different basket styles throughout North America. There is also a helpful section on baskets from other countries, commercially made baskets and others that might confuse a collector.
ISBN 9780764344046
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Indian Basketry of the Northeastern Woodlands
By Sarah Peabody Turnbaugh & William A. Turnbaugh. 176 pgs. Hardcover.
Indian Basketry of the Northeastern Woodlands is a profusely illustrated review of Northeastern ash & sweetgrass baskets. This volume considers manufacture, decorations, and types of baskets from carrying baskets to vases to cradles.
Indian Basketry of the Northeastern Woodlands is essential for the collector and informational and entertaining for the history or basket enthusiast. This book includes a list of American museums that have collections of Northeastern baskets.
Color photographs.
ISBN 9780764347290
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Basket Vintage Acorn
This beautiful handmade Basket Vintage Acorn with Ring Handle can hold your yarn while you knit! The attached lid has a hole in it. Your yarn will feed through the hole while the basket keeps the ball from rolling around. It comes with an ash splint wrapped handle so you can anchor the basket to something so it doesn’t move while you are knitting.
The basket maker used natural colored Ash splints and braided sweetgrass to make this basket. You will see that the splints on the handle are unraveling from one end and the handle has come apart. Some of the splints on the Basket Vintage Acorn have also broke apart. It measures 5.5″ high with the lid on. The lid measures 5″ in diameter. The hole in the lid measures .75″ in diameter. The opening of the Basket itself measures 5″ in diameter.
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Small Cedar Bark Northwest Coast Basket with Sister Woven Into the Design
Add this lovely round Northwest Coast Style Basket to your collection. The basket maker wove the word Sister into the side using Bear Grass.
The art of Northwestern Coast Basketry has been passed down from generation to generation for thousands of years and is an important part of the region’s cultural heritage. Each basket is unique and often features intricate designs that reflect the artist’s personal style and cultural traditions.
This Northwest Coast Style Basket stands 3.25″ tall and 5.5″ in diameter. It is well made and in good condition. Display it in your Basket collection, or use it to store small items. One of a Kind!
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Basket Makah Style Oval
Add this lovely Basket Makah Style Oval with cover to your collection. The basket maker added a bird design to the basket and a line on the cover and side. Makah Natives use Bear Grass and Cedar bark to make their Baskets.
This Basket stands 2″ tall with the lid on. It measures just about 3.25″ wide. It is well made and in very good condition. The colors on the outside have faded some. Display it in your Basket collection, or use it to store small items. One of a Kind!
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Basket Antique Salish Style
Add this Antique Salish Style Basket to your collection! The basket maker made this cherry basket with coiled cedar bark on the bottom. He or she created the design with white bear grass, wild red cherry bark and black mud-dyed cherry bark.
The basket stands 8.5 inches tall and measures 13.25 inches x 11 inches. Use it for storage in your home or as a focal point of your collection. We got this basket from a collection. You will find it in good condition. One of a Kind!
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Southwestern Basket Papago Style
This handwoven Early Southwestern Style Basket stands 7.25″ tall. The basket maker made it in the Papago style with coils of grass, yucca and devils claw. The flat round base is very sturdy.
Papago weavers, also known as Tohono O’odham made this style basket to appeal to tourists traveling in the Southwest in the early 1900s. This Basket measures 8″ in diameter on the bottom and stands 7.25″ tall. It is in good condition with a few broken splints on the bottom rim. Use it for decorative storage or add it to your Basket collection! One of a Kind!
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Basket Papago Style Set
Add this Basket Papago Style Set of 2 Trays to your collection! The basket maker made it in the Papago style with coils of grass, yucca and devils claw.
Papago weavers, also known as Tohono O’odham made this style basket to appeal to tourists traveling in the Southwest in the early 1900s. Papago baskets are not only functional but also serve as beautiful pieces of art that reflect the cultural heritage and craftsmanship. The flat tray measures 7″ in diameter , the rounded one is 3″ on the bottom, 6 1/2″ diameter and stands 1″ high. They are in good condition. Use them for decorative storage or add them to your Basket collection!
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Basket Makah Style with Cover
Add this lovely round Makah style Basket to your collection. The basketmaker used geometric designs on the cover and side. It comes with a tag that says ‘Makah’ on it. Makah Natives use Bear Grass and Cedar bark to make their Baskets.
This Basket stands 2.25″ tall with the lid on. It measures just about 4″ in diameter. It is well made and in very good condition. The colors on the outside have faded some. Display it in your Basket collection, or use it to store small items. One of a Kind!
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Basket Fancy Ash with Handles
This antique Fancy Ash Basket with Handles will make a nice addition to your collection! The basket is constructed with ash splints of different widths and curls around the sides. The basket maker added handles to both sides of the basket. There are some breaks in the splints in the design and one handle is lo longer fully attached.
The basket measures 16″ long and 14.5″ wide. It stands 5.5″ tall at the rim and the handle adds an additional 1.5 ” to the height.
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Handmade Ash Splint and Hong Kong Cord Basket
Add this beautiful handmade vintage Ash and Hong Kong Cord Basket to your collection! The crafter used natural and red dyed ash splints in the design which you can still see on the inside of the basket. The handle is made of braided Hong Kong cord.. The lid is attached with a piece of string. There are two loops of wrapped ash splints on the front of the basket.
The Basket measures 6.5″ high with the lid on. The lid and bottom measures 5″ in diameter. The opening of the Basket itself measures 4.75″ in diameter.
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Southwestern Coiled Basket
This handwoven Basket Coiled Southwestern stands 3 inches tall. The basket maker made it in a Papago style with coils of grass, yucca and devils claw. The flat round base is very sturdy.
Native American Papago weavers, also known as Tohono O’odham made this style basket to appeal to tourists traveling in the Southwest in the early 1900s. This Basket measures 6.5 inches in diameter on the bottom and stands just 3 inches tall. It is in very good condition. You will notice some dust on the inside. Use it for decorative storage or add it to your Basket collection! One of a Kind!
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Split Ash & Hong Kong Cord Yarn Basket
This beautiful handmade vintage basket was made to hold yarn while you knit. The removable lid has a hole in it for the yarn to feed through. The lid has sweetgrass wrapped around the bottom. The handles are made with braided Hong Kong cord. The ash splints were dyed red, blue and green and the inside of the basket shows the bright color it was originally.
The Basket measures 10″ high with the lid on. The lid measures 6″ in diameter. The bottom measures 6″ in diameter. The hole in the lid measures 0.75″ in diameter. The opening of the Basket itself measures 5.5″ in diameter.
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Antique Pima Style Willow Basket
Add this lovely Antique Pima Basket to your collection! It features a variation of the stair step design. This Basket comes from the early 20th century.
The Pima Indians live in Arizona. They create Baskets with coiled bundles of grass or fibers. They weave these closely together with willow shoots (natural “white”) and devil’s claw (black) fibers. They generally start their Baskets with a black center.
The Basket stands 3″ tall. The top opening measures 5.25″ in diameter. The bottom measures 4″ wide in diameter. It remains in very good condition with no breaks in the fibers.
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Red Ash Sewing Kit Basket
This Sewing Kit Basket made with Ash & Sweetgrass comes with a thimble, and an attached pincushion and thimble holder! The basketmaker used braided Sweetgrass and Red Ash Splints to create this round Basket. The lid has a small yarn bow in the center. The Pincushion is made with red velveteen and ash and still has three pins. The thimble holder is made of sweetgrass with the same red velveteen fabric lining the inside and rim.
You will see minor split breakage on the bottom. Otherwise, this Basket is in very good condition.
The Sewing Basket measures 8″ in diameter and stands 2.5″ tall with the lid on. The pincushion measures 2.5″ in diameter and the thimble hold is 1″ in diameter.
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Basket Papago Style Large
This Basket Papago Style Large is made with coils of grass and yucca with devil’s claw on the darker design. The flat round base is very sturdy. The basket measures 8″ tall and 15.5″ at the widest point. The base measures 10″ in diameter. Papago weavers, also known as Tohono O’odham made baskets like this to appeal to tourists traveling in the in the early 1900s.
This Basket has some damage to the base where a couple of the strands have come apart. Use it for decorative storage or add it to your Basket collection! One of a Kind!
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Basket Tan Woven Round
This Round Woven Tan Basket is made in the Cherokee Style with a double weave. The basket maker used natural river cane to weave one basket inside another giving it two walls.
The basket measures approx. 8″ in diameter and 5.25″ tall and is in good condition.
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Small Southwestern Papago Style Basket
This Southwest Papago Style Basket is made with coils of grass and yucca and devil’s claw on the darker design. The flat round base is very sturdy. The basket measures 2″ tall and 6″ at the widest point. The base measures 3″ in diameter. Papago weavers, also known as Tohono O’odham made this style basket to appeal to tourists traveling in the in the early 1900s.
This vintage Southwest Papago Style Basket has some damage to the base and fading of the darker design. Use it for decorative storage or add it to your Basket collection!
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Nootka Style Basket with Cover and Red Wave Design
Add this delightful Nootka Style Basket With Cover to your collection! This Beargrass Basket features red and blue colored wave designs. Nootka baskets are known for their intricate designs and skilled weaving techniques. The baskets are often decorated with symbolic designs that represent elements of Nuu-chah-nulth culture. The designs are created using a technique known as twining, in which two or more weavers interlace strands of material around a central core.
This little Basket stands just 2″ tall with the lid on and 3.5″ in diameter.
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Set of Five Nesting Twig Baskets
This set of five twig baskets with handles is in good condition. The basket maker wove the twigs to make the base and added one twig for each handle. The baskets nest perfectly inside each other. The largest basket measures 3″ in diameter at the base and has a 4″ diameter opening. It stands approx. 6″ tall with the handle. The smallest basket is just 3″ tall and has a 1″ diameter base. One of a Kind!
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Small Basket with Cover
This Papago Style Basket small with Cover is made with coils of grass and yucca and then devil’s claw on the dark design. The flat round base is very sturdy. It measures 3.5″ in diameter and stands about 2.5″ tall. It is in very good condition. Use it for decorative storage or add it to your Basket collection!
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Native American Papago weavers, also known as Tohono O’odham made this style basket to appeal to tourists traveling in the Southwest in the early 1900s. Papago baskets, crafted by the Tohono O’odham (Papago) people, are renowned for their intricate designs and durability. Papago baskets are not only functional but also serve as beautiful pieces of art that reflect the cultural heritage and craftsmanship.
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Ash & Sweetgrass Basket with Red Curls
This Basket Ash with Lid will make a perfect addition to your collection! The basket maker used predominately light color Ash Splints, then added a band of sweetgrass on the edge of the cover. The curls are made of ash that has been dyed red and the cover has a delicate 1″ loop on the top. This basket is in excellent condition!
The Basket measures 7″ tall with the cover on. The cover measures 8″ in diameter and 2″ high.
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Basket Southwestern Style Diamond
This handwoven Early Southwestern Style Basket with Diamond design is made with coils of grass, yucca and devils claw. The flat round base is very sturdy. It measures 6.25″ in diameter and stands about 7.5″ tall. It is in good condition with a few broken pieces on the rim. The basket has a wonderful patina. Use it for decorative storage or add it to your Basket collection!
Papago weavers, also known as Tohono O’odham made this style basket to appeal to tourists traveling in the Southwest in the early 1900s.
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Berry Basket Etched Birchbark
This charming Berry Basket will make a welcome addition to your collection! The artist made the Berry Basket with two pieces of Birchbark. He used spruce root to hold it together. He etched floral designs on the outside. A light coat of polyurethane gives it a bit of a shine. A bent spruce branch stabilizes the top. Braintanned Deerskin Leather Lacing serves as a carrying/storage handle.
This Berry Basket stands about 8.5″ tall. The bottom measures approximately 4.5″ in diameter. The top measures 7″ in diameter. We got this Basket from a collection. It is in good condition. You will see the bark on the bottom has dried and shrunk so there are gaps at the bottom. One of a Kind!
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Handmade Southwestern Style Tray
Add this Basket Southwestern Style Tray to your collection! The basket maker made it in the Papago style with coils of grass, yucca and devils claw. Papago weavers, also known as Tohono O’odham made this style basket to appeal to tourists traveling in the Southwest in the early 1900s. This flat tray measures 13.75″ in diameter on the bottom and stands 1.25″ tall. It is in good condition with a few broken splints on the bottom rim. Use it for decorative storage or add it to your Basket collection! One of a Kind!
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Papago Style Baskets – 1 container and 2 trays
This Set of 3 beautiful handwoven Papago Style Baskets will make a nice addition to your collection! The baskets are made with coils of grass and yucca and then devil’s claw on the darker designs. Papago weavers, also known as Tohono O’odham made this style basket to appeal to tourists traveling in the Southwest in the early 1900s.
The larger tray has a tag with the weaver’s name and information about the piece. It is a wheat stich basket that measures approx. 9.25″ in diameter and 1″ tall. The smaller tray also has a tag with the artist’s name and location. The piece measures 8.5″ in diameter and stands 1.5″ tall. The smallest container measures 5.25″ x 4.5″ and stands 2″ tall.
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Handmade Ash Splint Basket with Sweetgrass and Hong Kong Cord
Add this beautiful handmade Ash Letter Holder Basket to your collection! The crafter used Hong Kong cord, natural and ash splints dyed red, blue and green in the design which you can still see on original vibrant colors on the bottom of the basket. Sweetgrass bands line the top opening and a ash splint ring is attached to hang the piece on the wall.
The Basket measures 6.25″ tall and the opening measures 5″ x 9″. This piece is in good condition with few breaks in the splints. The ring is not too sturdy and may need to be reattached if you wish to hang it on the wall.
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Basket Southwestern 5 Inch
This beautiful handwoven 5 Inch Southwestern Basket is made with coils of grass and yucca and then devil’s claw on the dark design. The flat round base is very sturdy. It measures 5″ in diameter and stands about 3″ tall. It is in very good condition. Use it for decorative storage or add it to your Basket collection!
Papago weavers, also known as Tohono O’odham made this style basket to appeal to tourists traveling in the Southwest in the early 1900s.
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Mini Nootka Style Basket
Add this delightful miniature Basket to your collection! This Beargrass Basket features a brightly colored Fish design on one side and two Paddlers in a boat on the other. It comes with a tag that says NOOTKA BEARGRASS 1967. This little Basket stands just 1 3/8″ tall with the lid on and 1.5″ in diameter. It is in excellent condition.
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Beautiful Southwestern Style Basket With Cover
This Papago Style Basket with Cover is made with coils of grass and yucca and then devil’s claw on the dark staircase design. The flat round base is very sturdy. It measures 4.5″ in diameter and stands about 6″ tall. It is in very good condition. Use it for decorative storage or add it to your Basket collection!
Papago weavers, also known as Tohono O’odham made this style basket to appeal to tourists traveling in the Southwest in the early 1900s.
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Etched Birchbark Berry Basket
Add this lovely Birchbark Berry Basket to your collection! The artist etched the designs on the back of the Birchbark while it was still green. He created two different botanical designs on the sides. As it dried, the image darkened. The artist used spruce root to hold it together. This container does not have a cover or a handle.
Birchbark containers are traditional containers made from the bark of birch trees. They are typically used by Indigenous people in North America for storing and transporting food, clothing, and other items. This Berry Basket stands 6″ tall. The bottom measures 4″ in diameter. The top opening measures 5.5″ in diameter. The Container came from a collection. It shows slight signs of wear, but is in very good condition. One of a Kind!
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8 Inch Southwestern Papago Style Figural Basket
This beautiful handwoven Southwestern Style Figural Basket is made with coils of grass and yucca. Devil’s claw is used to make the dark pictorial design of the human figures. The five figures have their arms down to the side. The flat round base is very sturdy. It measures 5″ in diameter and stands about 3.25″ tall. This piece has some damage around the rim.
Papago weavers, also known as Tohono O’odham made this style basket to appeal to tourists traveling in the Southwest in the early 1900s.
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Kunu’s Basket: A Story from Indian Island
By Lee Decora Francis. Softcover. 34 pgs.
Young Kunu wants to make baskets like his father and grandfather. But when he tries to make one himself, he discovers how difficult it is.
His grandfather teaches him the skills of basketmaking and Kunu makes his own pack basket.
Full color illustrations.
ISBN 9780884484615
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Victor Trujillo Kachina Painting
This framed painting of a Kachina Basket Dancer was painted by Victor Trujillo. Victor is also known as Tehn Tsa which means ‘White Aspen’. He lived in the Taos/San Juan Pueblos and created many paintings during the 1970s and 1980s. He went on to carve Kachinas.
This painting is called Kachina Basket Dancer. Tehn Tsa painted it in 1982. It comes matted in a frame under glass with information written on the back. The frame measures 15.5″ x 12.5″. The art measures 9.5″ x 7.25″.
The Wandering Bull, LLC has had this painting since the 1980s. It has been displayed for most of that time. The frame shows a little wear, but the art is intact.
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Birchbark Basket with Etched Daisy
This Etched Birchbark Basket features a Daisy on the cover with birds and floral designs on the sides. The artist etched the designs on the back of the Birchbark while it was still green. As it dried, the image darkened. The artist used spruce root to hold the container together. He made the cover with two pieces of Birchbark. The cover is very sturdy and you can take it completely off the container. You will see holes on either end with Leather Lacing that serves as a handle.
This Container stands 4.25″ tall. The bottom measures 3.25″ x 3.5″. The cover measures 4″ in diameter. We got this container from a collection. Structurally it is in very good condition. It will make a lovely display piece! One of a Kind!
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Beaded Watch Pocket and Pincushion
Crafters created these Whimsy Watch Pocket and Pin Cushion using Clear Seed Beads , and Basket beads.
For the center of the Watch Pocket it has a raised floral design using clear seed beads and a frosted round glass bead. There is Some bead loss, and staining on the back and front fabric.
The pin cushion/ needle case has a raised floral design using clear seed beads and Gray lined basket beads. The back has a circular design in clear seed beads and Green, Blue Basket Beads . This Pin Cushion/ needle case has a beaded handle. The fabric on the Inside of this piece you will see minimal staining, and this piece has bead loss.
The Whimsies do have bead loss and fading on the fabric.
It is a classic example of the Beaded Whimsy tourist souvenirs. Native American crafters in the border regions between Canada and the United States at the turn of the 20th century created many of these whimsies for the tourist trade.
The Antique Beaded Pincushion Whimsy measures 2.5 ″ long x 3 1/4″ wide : closed. Open: 6 3/4″ long x 3 1/4″ wide
The Antique Beaded Watch Pocket Whimsy measures 6 1/4″ high x 3 3/4 ” wide at its widest point.
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Vintage Whimsy Pincushion Purses
This Pair of Whimsy Vintage Pincushion Purses, Were made back in the early 1900’s
The crafter made them with blue fabric on the outside and Cream on the inside. One features a circular design of Clear seed beads and Yellow, Orange and green basket beads on the front flat, On the back they also created a circular pattern using clear seed beads and Yellow, green and brown basket beads. The other Features and X pattern in clear seed beads with Green, Orange , and Brown Basket beads. The top opens and has a clasp to close it. The purse’s each measures 3″ long and 2.25″ tall and 1″ wide.
The edges of the pin cushion Purse’s have wear from age. Most of the design remains intact but there are a few beads missing you will see where someone tried to repair them. You will also see that the blue fabric is also deteriorated over the years. A previous owner used this Pin Cushion so you will notice stains, missing beads and wear. Each Purse has a red handle, One of the Purses it is not attached on one end.
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Wood Bowls
Our Wood Bowls make perfect serving and storage tableware for Living History Re-enactors. These bowls are made with natural hardwoods. Furthermore, the manufacturers oil these Bowls to prevent cracking. You will find them sanded smooth inside and ready to use.
The natural beauty and functionality of our these wood bowls will make them useful and attractive in your home, too! The natural wood looks warm and sturdy. And because they are wood, unlike ceramic, they will not easily break! Use one for a table centerpiece or to hold fresh fruit. You can make also one into the ‘basket’ part of a gift basket for an exceptional presentation!
Whether you are using them for your historically authentic camp, or as an alternative to baskets or ceramic bowls at home, you will be pleased with the looks and quality of these Wood Bowls.
Hand wash only.
Choose from 3 sizes:
- 6″ diameter
- 8″ diameter
- 10″ diameter
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Whimsy Watch Pocket Antique
A crafter created this Beaded Antique Watch Pocket Whimsy with red, clear and blue seed beads on red cotton fabric. Polished cotton covers the back. The eight remaining tassels are made with blue and brown basket beads and clear seed beads. Although one tassel is missing, the piece remains in good condition with very little bead loss on the pictorial design.
It is a classic example of a Beaded Whimsy tourist souvenir. Native American crafters in the border regions between Canada and the United States at the turn of the 20th century created many of these whimsies for the tourist trade. This whimsy comes in the shape of a wall pocket that holds your pocket watch. This Beaded Whimsy will make an unusual addition to your antique or whimsy collection!
It measures approx. 3.5″ x 2.75″ not including the Basket Bead loops.
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Whimsy Pin Cushion Beaded
A crafter created this Antique Beaded Pin Cushion Whimsy in a spade shape. The artist used clear, transparent yellow, green and red, blue and navy blue seed beads with gray and blue basket beads to make the raised pictorial design. They used basket and seed beads to make the tassels. The whimsy has some bead loss and fading on the fabric. Red fabric lines the sides with clear beads. The dark brown polished cotton back has some fading. A previous owner used this cushion, and it still has a pin in it.
This whimsy is a classic example of Beaded Whimsy tourist souvenirs. Native American crafters in the border regions between Canada and the United States at the turn of the 20th century created many of these whimsies for the tourist trade. This Pin Cushion will make an unusual addition to your antique or whimsy collection!
It measures about 8″ long x 7″ wide. The thickness is about 3.5″.
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Whimsy Pin Cushion Heart
A crafter created this Heart Pin Cushion Whimsy using Clear Seed Beads and Gray Basket Beads. Three tassels made of seed and basket beads hang from the bottom. It is a classic example of the Beaded Whimsy tourist souvenirs. Native American crafters in the border regions between Canada and the United States at the turn of the 20th century created many of these whimsies for the tourist trade.
This Whimsy comes in the shape of a heart. The front shows a dark blue fabric. Crafters often create Whimsies with velveteen, but we can see no nap left on this fabric to suggest it was velveteen. Polished cotton in a tan color makes up the back. You will see some staining on the back and edges, and minimal bead loss.
The Whimsy measures 4″ long x 3.75″ wide.
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Antique Beaded Matchbox Whimsey
This 1906 Green Beaded Matchbox Whimsy was made using green and gray Pony Beads on cotton fabric. You will also see some gray and green Basket Beads along with brass colored sequins in the design. The crafter added Beaded Looped Tassels made with pony and basket beads and black silk fabric to the back.
The 1906 Matchbox Whimsey measures about 4.5″ at the widest section and 6″ tall not including the 1.5″ tassels. The pocket is 2.5″ x 1″ at the opening.
This is a classic example of Beaded Whimsy tourist souvenirs. Native American crafters in the border regions between Canada and the United States at the turn of the 20th century created many of these whimsies for the tourist trade.
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Antique Beaded Whimsy Box
This Whimsy Beaded Box Purple will make a fabulous display piece. The crafter used two shades of purple velveteen for the sides and a slate blue colored material for the top cover. He or she created the three dimensional beadwork using Clear, Transparent Green, Transparent Yellow, Transparent Red, and Transparent Blue Pony Beads. The crafter lined the inside with a deep teal green colored polished cotton alternating with natural colored cotton.
The beaded ‘chain’ features Clear Seed Beads interspersed with Amber Basket Beads. Beaded loops of Clear Pony Beads and Green Basket Beads hang from the bottom. The box measures approximately 4 inches x 3.5 inches. It stands about 3 inches tall. The beadwork is intact and the velveteen is bright and soft. The top fabric has one hole and you will see discoloration on the inside. One of a Kind!
It is a classic example of the Beaded Whimsy tourist souvenirs that Native American crafters in the border regions between Canada and the United States made for the tourist trade. Whimsies refer to small decorative items or trinkets that Native American artisans hand craft using intricate beadwork techniques. These ‘whimsical’ creations often come in practical shapes and styles like pincushions, match holders, picture frames, needle cases, bags and small decorative cushions. One of a Kind!
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Matchstick Holder Whimsey with Floral Design
This Floral Whimsy Matchstick Holder was made using Transparent Yellow, Red, Light Purple, Gray, and Clear Pony Beads. You will also find green and brown basket beads along with brass sequins in the design. The crafter beaded two flowers on the two front pockets. The top and bottom are beaded along with beading along the edges. The crafter added Beaded Looped Tassels made with pony and basket beads. The whimsey has a beaded loop on the top to hang it up. The gold polished cotton fabric is in good condition.
This Floral Matchstick Holder Whimsy measures about 5.5 inches at the widest section and 7 inches tall not including the 1″ tassels. Each pocket is 2″ x .75″ at the opening.
This is a classic example of Beaded Whimsy tourist souvenirs. Native American crafters in the border regions between Canada and the United States at the turn of the 20th century created many of these whimsies for the tourist trade.
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Splendid Sage Smudging Set Basket
Our Splendid Sage Smudging Set comes with a fragrant variety of smudging supplies! We package in all in a basket that is ready for gifting! Get one for yourself and one for someone special.
This set comes with:
- An Abalone Shell
- Two personal-sized sage smudge bundles
- 1/4 Lb of Loose White Sage
- Bottle of Sage Liquid Smudge Mist
Find everything you need to Smudge at WanderingBull.com. Smudge Sticks, Smudge Feathers, Loose White Sage, plus smokeless Liquid Smudge Mists!
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Sage & Cedar Smudging Set Basket
Our Sage & Cedar Smudging Set comes loaded with the fragrance of Sage and Flat Cedar! It comes packaged in a basket that is ready for gifting! Get one for yourself and one for someone special.
This set comes with:
- An Abalone Shell
- One Flat Cedar Smudge Stick
- 1/4 Lb of Loose White Sage
- One package of Loose Flat Cedar
Find everything you need to Smudge at WanderingBull.com. Smudge Sticks, Smudge Feathers, Loose White Sage, plus smokeless Liquid Smudge Mists!
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Bright Pink Heart Shaped Whimsy Pillow
A crafter beaded this antique Whimsy Heart Shaped Pillow with animals and a botanical design. They chose clear, pink, white, yellow, light purple Pony Beads. You will also see some gray and white Basket Beads along with brass sequins on pink velveteen fabric. The crafter added Beaded Looped Tassels with Clear seed beads and Green, blue, brown, and pinkish red Basket beads. Around the edge of the pillow the crafter used Blue and clear seed beads to make a scalloped patten around the pillow. The crafter also added a handle strap using clear seed beads.
The Beadwork on this Pin Cushion is beautiful, but the piece has some bead loss around the edges. The velveteen has faded and has worn off in a couple spots.
It is a classic example of the Beaded Whimsy tourist souvenirs. Native American crafters in the border regions between Canada and the United States at the turn of the 20th century created many of these whimsies for the tourist trade.
This whimsy pillow measures about 11″ x 11″ not including the side tassels. The thickness is about 3″ and the handle strap measures 9″ .
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Etched Long Birchbark Container with Flowers and Ducks
This long Birchbark Container features etched Duck and Flower designs. The artist etched the designs on the back of the Birchbark while it was still green. As it dried, the image darkened. The artist used spruce root to hold it together. He stitched together two pieces of Birchbark for the cover. The cover is very sturdy and you can take it completely off the container. Flower designs appear on all sides of the container. On the top you will see two Duck images. A piece of Braintanned Deerskin Leather Lacing serves as a carrying handle.
Birchbark containers are traditional containers made from the bark of birch trees. They are typically used by Indigenous people in North America for storing and transporting food, clothing, and other items. This Container stands 5″ tall. The bottom measures 13″ x 5.5″. The cover measures 14″ x 7.5″. This basket came from a collection. You will see some water stains on the bottom and a little warping on the cover. It is in good condition structurally. One of a Kind!
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North by Northeast
Wabanaki, Akwesasne, Mohawk, and Tuscarora Traditional Arts. By Kathleen Mundell. 120 pgs. Softcover.
North by Northeast shares the art and experiences of practicing Northeastern artisans. Mundell profiles over 35 traditional artists working primarily in Maine and New York. This book recognizes the resourcefulness and creativity of these artists. These artists belong to the Wabanaki, Akwesasne Mohawk and Tuscarora people.
It features basketry, beadwork, canoe making, wood carving and quilting. The text discusses how these artisans learned their craft and how the products they create have developed over time.
This is not a guidebook, but you will find it inspiring for your own craftwork.
Color and Black & White photographs of the artists and their creations.
ISBN 978-0884483052
Quills – Porcupine
Native Americans have used Porcupine Quills to embellish many items starting before contact with Europeans. They have created unique and beautiful designs on clothing, baskets, bags and other items. Quillwork is a truly traditional Native American craft.
To use Quills, the crafter softens them in water to make them pliable. Then the crafter flattens or wraps the quills to create a design.
We offer Porcupine Quills in both natural white and a selection of colors.
Choose from:
- Natural
- Black
- Red
- Yellow
- Orange
- Green
- Light Blue ( only Blue 1-2023)
- Dark Blue
- Purple
- Assorted
You can buy quills in 1/4 oz or 1 oz packages. Quill lengths vary between 1″- 3″. We do not sort them, so expect to cull out quills that are too short. Our Natural quills have been washed once, there may be some hair. You can wash again or use as is. (Remember, quills are hollow and lightweight. 1/4 oz packages have over 200 quills, 1 oz packages contain over 1000 quills).
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Beaded Boot Pincushion/Whimsy
A crafter created this Pin Cushion Whimsy using Clear Seed Beads and Clear Basket Beads. It is a classic example of the Beaded Whimsy tourist souvenirs. Native American crafters in the border regions between Canada and the United States at the turn of the 20th century created many of these whimsies for the tourist trade.
This Whimsy comes in the shape of a ladies’ boot. The front shows a dark red fabric. Crafters often create Whimsies with velveteen, but we can see no nap left on this fabric to suggest it was velveteen. Polished cotton in a tan color makes up the back.
Someone added a braided Wool Yarn loop to the back of this Whimsy. You will see a frayed place on the yarn, so you may not be able to hang it with this yarn. You will see some staining on the back, but the beadwork remains intact.
The Antique Beaded Pincushion Whimsy measures 4″ long x 3″ wide.
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Antique Whimsy Pin Cushion
A crafter created this Pin Cushion Whimsy using Clear Seed Beads and Clear Basket Beads. It is a classic example of the Beaded Whimsy tourist souvenirs. Native American crafters in the border regions between Canada and the United States at the turn of the 20th century created many of these whimsies for the tourist trade.
This Pin Cushion features a bird design surrounded by leaves in the corners. One corner still has looped tassels that probably appeared on the other corners as well. The crafter beaded the design on a tan velveteen fabric. Most of the nap of this fabric has worn away. Polished cotton in a tan color makes up the back.
You will see many beads are missing from the edges of the pin cushion itself. Most of the design remains intact but the beads have become very dark. Some of the clear beads are red and yellow. You will also see Green Seed beads in two of the corners. A white paint like substance appears in a few spots on the front. A previous owner used this Pin Cushion, and it still has several pins in it.
This Beaded Pin Cushion will make an unusual addition to your antique or whimsy collection!
It measures about 4.5″ square. The thickness is about 1.5″ and the filling seems to be intact.
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Deer Bone Needles
We have several packages of natural Deer Bone Needles available. Our crafter made them from Deer leg bones. Each comes with a hole in the top for your Thread, Sinew or Lacing. You can use these natural Needles to sew Leather (punch holes with an Awl first) with Leather Lacing. They will also be a nice addition to a display of historical tools for Living History Events and educational programs.
Historically, Native Americans used Bone Needles to sew Clothing, Nets, Mats and Baskets. They have used the bones of several animals, including Deer, Buffalo and Elk to make Needles and other tools.
Many of these Needles measure about 3″ long. Some will be smaller. They are a natural product, so expect variations in size and color.
We sell these in packages of 3. Limited Quantities!
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Sweetgrass Bundles – Loose
We have fresh Sweetgrass in unbraided bundles. Use it as material for Baskets or other crafts, or create your own Sweetgrass Braids! Sweetgrass emits a wonderful fragrance! Some people use it for smudging. We love it when we get a new shipment in at the shop because it smells so delightful! You can keep your Sweetgrass fresher if you store it in a cool, dark place.
We are selling this Sweetgrass in 1 ounce and 1 pound bundles. Limited Quantities! You may also like our Sweetgrass Braids!
We also offer a Sweetgrass & Lavender Incense Wand.
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Whimsy Beaded Picture Frame
A crafter created this Beaded Picture Frame Whimsy around 1900. It is a classic example of a Beaded Whimsy tourist souvenir. Native American crafters in the border regions between Canada and the United States at the turn of the 20th century created many of these whimsies for the tourist trade.
This antique whimsy is a very unique shape for a picture frame. The artist chose Clear Seed Beads for most of the raised floral design and on the bottom loops and used gray basket beads. Polished cotton in a reddish color covers the front and silk covers the back and the inside of the pocket. Green fabric covers the edges. In some places you can see the paper used for the design.
This Whimsy came from a previous owner, but it remains in good condition. You will see some bead loss and places where the fabric has torn or worn away. Additionally, one of the hanging loops on the top is broken with some bead loss. This Beaded Whimsy will make an unusual addition to your antique or whimsy collection!
It measures approx. 7″ tall x 6″ wide not including the beaded loops. The picture place measures 3.25″ x 2.25″.
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Whimsy Beaded Box Gray & Red
A crafter beaded this antique Whimsy Beaded Box around the turn of the 20th cent. He or she used transparent Pony Beads in Red, Green. Blue, Yellow and Clear to create lazy stitch edging. On each panel, the crafter made simple center designs with Clear Pony Beads and Gray Basket Beads. On the bottom you wil see several beaded loops made with Clear Pony Beads.
Each side of the box is covered with either Red or Gray fabric. The crafter lined the inside of the box with blue polished cotton. The Box is intact. You will see insect damage in spots on the fabric on the side panels and minor bead loss. This box measures approximately 2.5″ long x 1.75″ wide x 2.25″ tall not including the beaded loops.
It is a classic example of the Beaded Whimsy tourist souvenirs. Native American crafters in the border regions between Canada and the United States at the turn of the 20th century created many of these whimsies for the tourist trade.
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Whimsy Pillow Top with Flags
A crafter beaded this antique scalloped edge Pillow Top Whimsy with Flags using clear and red, blue, green and yellow Pony Beads. You will also see some gray and white Basket Beads along with brass sequins on tan velveteen fabric. The crafter added Beaded Looped Tassels with Clear Pony Beads around each corner. Two flags and a raised pictorial floral design with a eagle adorn the front of this pillow top.
The Beadwork on this Pin Cushion is beautiful, but the piece has some bead loss on the floral design and on the tassels. The velveteen has some fading and shows some wear.
It is a classic example of the Beaded Whimsy tourist souvenirs. Native American crafters in the border regions between Canada and the United States at the turn of the 20th century created many of these whimsies for the tourist trade.
It measures about 9″ x 10″ not including the side tassels. The thickness is about .5″.
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Whimsy Beaded Boot Pincushion
An crafter created this Beaded Boot Pincushion Whimsy using Clear Seed Beads around the edges and tassels. The tassels also have clear and white basket beads. The center has a raised floral pictorial design using clear, rose and yellow seed beads. The sea green cotton fabric on the front of this piece has shows significant wear, and the red polished cotton back has some fading. This Whimsy comes in the shape of a ladies’ boot. It is a classic example of the Beaded Whimsy tourist souvenirs. Native American crafters in the border regions between Canada and the United States at the turn of the 20th century created many of these whimsies for the tourist trade.
The Antique Beaded Pincushion Whimsy measures 4.25″ long x 3″ wide.
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Whimsy Beaded Box Red & Purple
A crafter beaded this Whimsy Beaded Box with transparent Pony Beads in Red, Green. Blue, Yellow, Purple and Clear to create lazy stitch edging. On each panel, the crafter made simple center designs with Clear Pony Beads and Gray Basket Beads. On the bottom you will see several beaded loops made with Clear Pony Beads.
Each side of the box is covered with either Red or Purple fabric. The crafter lined the inside of the box with pink and purple polished cotton. The Box is intact. You will see insect damage in spots on the fabric on the side panels and minor bead loss. This box measures approximately 2.5″ long x 1.75″ wide x 2.25″ tall not including the beaded loops.
It is a classic example of the Beaded Whimsy tourist souvenirs. Native American crafters in the border regions between Canada and the United States at the turn of the 20th century created many of these whimsies for the tourist trade.
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Whimsy Beaded Box Red & Blue
A crafter beaded this Whimsy Beaded Box Red & Blue with transparent Pony Beads in Red, Green. Blue, Yellow, and Clear to create lazy stitch edging. On each panel, the crafter made simple center designs with Clear Pony Beads and Gray Basket Beads. On the bottom you will see several beaded loops made with Clear Pony Beads.
Each side of the Beaded Box is covered with either Red or Blue fabric. The crafter lined the inside of the box with pink polished cotton. The Box is intact. You will see insect damage in spots on the fabric on the side panels and minor bead loss. The box has a six inch hanging loop made of two strings of clear beads. This box measures approximately 3.5″ long x 2.5″ wide x 2.5″ tall not including the beaded loops.
It is a classic example of the Beaded Whimsy tourist souvenirs. Native American crafters in the border regions between Canada and the United States at the turn of the 20th century created many of these whimsies for the tourist trade.
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Whimsy Beaded Box Blue
A crafter beaded this Blue Whimsy Beaded Box with transparent Pony Beads in Red, Yellow, and Clear to create lazy stitch edging. On each panel, the crafter made simple center designs with Clear Pony Beads and Gray Basket Beads. On the bottom you will see several beaded loops made with Clear Pony Beads as well as a hanging loop on the top.
Each side of the box is covered with either Blue or Purple fabric. The crafter lined the inside of the box with pink polished cotton. The Box is intact. You will see insect damage in spots on the fabric on the side panels and minor bead loss. This box measures approximately 3″ long x 2″ wide x 2.25″ tall not including the beaded loops.
It is a classic example of the Beaded Whimsy tourist souvenirs. Native American crafters in the border regions between Canada and the United States at the turn of the 20th century created many of these whimsies for the tourist trade.
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Indians in Eden
Wabanakis and Rusticators on Maine’s Mount Desert Island, 1840s – 1920s. By Bunny McBride and Harald E.L. Prins. 185 pgs. Softcover.
This profusely illustrated book focuses on the resourcefulness of Native Americans living on Mount Desert Island in the 19th and early 20th centuries. In addition to maintaining their own heritage, they interacted with the tourists (rusticators) who came to vacation in Bar Harbor. They made and sold items like baskets, moccasins, beadwork, feathers and other items. Some also served as fishing and tour guides. You will read about successes and conflicts the Natives experienced during this time.
Black & White photographs & illustrations.
ISBN 9780892728046
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Whimsy Beaded Pillow Spade Shape
This Antique Beaded Spade-shaped Pillow Whimsy features Clear, Transparent Yellow, Red and Blue Pony Beads on an amber colored velveteen front. You will also find Transparent Basket Beads in Gray, Teal Green, Red, Brown and White Lined Clear. The crafter created three dimensional floral designs and edge beaded the entire piece with Clear Pony Beads. He or she added several Beaded Loop Drops to the bottom. The back is a Teal Green polished cotton fabric.
This whimsy is a classic example of Beaded Whimsy tourist souvenirs. Native American crafters in the border regions between Canada and the United States at the turn of the 20th century created many of these whimsies for the tourist trade. This spade shaped Pillow will make an unusual addition to your antique or whimsy collection!
This Antique Pillow is missing several beads from the front and some of the beaded loops have come off. The pillow itself is in good condition with signs of wear. It measures about 11″ long x 11.5″ wide not including the beaded loops. The thickness is about 3″. Put your restoration skills to work to to recreate this beautiful design. One of a Kind!
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Bowl Birchbark with Etched Flowers
Don’t miss this unique Birchbark Bowl! The artist put this Bowl together with thick pieces of spruce root. He etched floral designs on the outside. A bent spruce branch stabilizes the top. This Bowl will make a striking storage container for light, dry items.
This Bowl stands about 6″ tall. The bottom measures approximately 6″ in diameter. The top measures 13″ in diameter. We got this Bowl from a collection. It is in good structural condition. You will see places where the design is spotty. Use it for storage or display. One of a Kind!
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Birchbark Container with Floral Designs
Use this Container Birchbark Rectangular with Floral Designs for storage or add it to your collection. The artist etched Floral designs on the sides and cover with some geometric designs on the ends. A light coat of polyurethane gives it a bit of a shine. He used spruce root to hold it together. A bent spruce branch stabilizes the top opening. The artist used two pieces of Birchbark for the cover. It is very sturdy and you can take it completely off the container. A piece of Deerskin Leather Lacing serves as a carrying handle.
Birchbark containers are traditional containers made from the bark of birch trees. They are typically used by Indigenous people in North America for storing and transporting food, clothing, and other items. The Container stands 6″ tall. The bottom measures 8″ x 5″. The top of the cover measures approximately 10″ x 6″. This Container came from a collection. It is in good condition. You will see a scratch on the bottom and a place where something poked through the bark at one corner. The cover is a bit warped. One of a Kind!
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Purple Tuscarora Style Beaded Bag
Add this petite Bag Beaded Tuscarora Style to your Whimsy or Bag collection! The crafter used a deep Purple fabric edged with silk ribbon. He or she used Clear Pony Beads and Gray Basket Beads to create the three dimensional botanical designs on the front and back of the Bag. The the crafter outlined the design with White Seed Beads. Edge beading and dropped Loops of Clear Pony Beads finish the piece. The top flap opens and the crafter lined the inside with fabric.
This Beaded Bag measures 3.75″ x 4.25″ . You will see some of the Edge Beading and Beaded Loops have come off of the bag. It shows soiling due to its age. One of a Kind!
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Cutout Scalloped Edge Birchbark Container
Use this Scalloped Edge Birchbark Container for storage or add it to your collection. The crafter used Spruce Root to put the container together. Then he or she cut out a scalloped piece of Birchbark and attached it around the top of the container with more Spruce Root. A light coat of polyurethane gives it a bit of a shine. Otherwise, the crafter left the Birchbark in its natural state.
Birchbark containers are traditional containers made from the bark of birch trees. They are typically used by Indigenous people in North America for storing and transporting food, clothing, and other items. This Container stands about 7″ tall. The bottom measures 6.5″ x 4″. The top opening is about 7″ x 6″. This Container came from a collection. It is in good condition. One of a Kind!
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Handmade Birchbark Container with Bark Panels
Add this unusual Birchbark Container to your collection. The artist used spruce root to bind the pieces of Birchbark together. She cut out scalloped panels of Birchbark and attached them with the light side out to the top of the container with more spruce root. She created the cover with Birchbark and a spruce branch. Imitation sinew holds the cover to the container Deerskin Leather Lacing can be untied to open the top. The crafter added a base to this container with a separate piece of Birchbark and some rough trim pieces. You will see ‘Rebecca LaFramboise Chippewa’ written in red on the bottom.
Birchbark containers are traditional containers made from the bark of birch trees. They are typically used by Indigenous people in North America for storing and transporting food, clothing, and other items. This Container stands 9.5″ tall. The bottom measures approximately 7″ in diameter. The cover measures 6.5″ in diameter. We got this Container in a collection. The cover is little warped, but otherwise It is in very good condition! One of a Kind!
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Handmade Birchbark Container decorated with Moose Hair
This Birchbark Container features a floral design created with tufts of Moose hair. The artist used spruce root to hold the container together. He cut a scalloped piece of Birchbark and attached it to the top of the container. Then he created the Yellow and Purple floral design from Moose hair on a separate piece of Birchbark and attached that to the side of the container. The crafter made the cover with two pieces of Birchbark. A piece of Deerskin Leather Lacing holds it on the container. Another piece allows you to open the top. A spruce branch around the top adds stability to the container.
Birchbark containers are traditional containers made from the bark of birch trees. The Indigenous people in North America use these containers for storing and transporting food, clothing, and other items. This Container stands 6.75″ tall. The bottom measures approximately 5.5″ in diameter. The cover measures 5.5″ in diameter. We got this Container in a collection. You will see that some of the Moose hair tufting has broken off, but otherwise it is in very good condition! One of a Kind!
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Selvedge Edge Red Blanket Strip
This Red Blanket Strip is beaded on Selvedge Edge wool. Master Craftsman Andy Bullock beaded the strip and Rosettes on Braintanned Deerskin Leather. He used Pony Trader Blue, Mauve, White and Cobalt Blue Seed Beads to create the 7 row strip and the 4″ Rosettes. Braintanned Deerskin Lacing tassels hang from the center of each of the four Rosettes. Trade Beads, Pink Pony Beads, Blue Basket Beads, Brass Beads and small metal rings decorate each tassel.
The Native Americans of the Northern Plains started making Beaded Blanket Strips in the mid 19th century. Blanket Strips originated as a means to cover the seam when two halves of a Braintanned Buffalo Hide was sewn together to create one large robe. Eventually, Native American crafters began to use wool Trade Blankets for robes. They add their beaded strips to them in a purely decorative manner.
The beaded portion of this Blanket Strip measures 43.5″ long x 3.25″ wide . It includes a total of 4 rosettes, each measuring 4″ in diameter. The blanket itself measures approximately 60″ x 45″. One of a Kind!
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Iroquois Style Moccasins with Beaded Cuffs and Vamp
Add these antique Beaded Iroquois Style Infant Moccasins to your collection. The crafter made these moccasins with deer skin leather. He or she added black felt cuffs lined with white and blue beads. Then they added pink cotton fabric with a beaded toe vamp. The pink cotton fabric has some fading but is in overall good condition. They used white, transparent green, blue, transparent amber, clear, and mustard seed beads along with gray basket beads in the design. This style of moccasins were made by using one piece of leather for the bottom and then adding the vamp and cuff. Later as the bottom became worn, the vamp and cuff could be removed and attached to a new piece of leather.
These moccasins measure 4.5″ long x 1.5″ wide at the middle with a smaller pointed toe. One of a kind!
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