Antique Quilled Birchbark Bowl Pieces
These Antique Quilled Birchbark Pieces used to be part of a bowl. You will find two pieces of birchbark with a quilled floral design. The artist used orange, green, red and natural quills. They also added a band of sweetgrass around the edges. This piece is from a collection and has quill damage and some broken pieces of sweetgrass.
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. Both remaining pieces measure approx. 7″ x 4″. One of a Kind!
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Handmade Sweetgrass Rattle with Quilled Birchbark Top
Don’t miss this handmade Rattle Sweetgrass and Birchbark! The crafter used a natural branch for the handle. He wound blades of Sweetgrass to create the main part of the rattle. At the top he attached a piece of natural Birchbark. On this he created a star design with Purple and White Porcupine Quills. The Rattle measures about 11 inches long overall. The flat top measures 2.5 inches in diameter with a 1.5 inch wide quilled design. Quillwork colors vary.
Rattles are a traditional Native American instrument. Native American crafters regularly use Bark, Gourds and Turtle Shells to make Rattles. They use bark from the White Birch and Sweetgrass to make baskets. Or in this case a unique rattle! To create quillwork designs, they gather and dye American Porcupine Quills. After they soak and flatten them, they carefully attach them to Birchbark to create botanical and geometric designs. Porcupine Quillwork is a classic Native American craft.
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Antique Beaded Whimsy Pillow Pincushion
This Whimsy Beaded Pincushion Pillow is ready to display in your home! The crafter made this beaded pillow pincushion with purple velveteen and a natural colored cotton material. Then he or she created the beaded botanical design with Clear, Transparent Green, Transparent Yellow, Transparent Red, and Transparent Blue Pony Beads accented with Gray Basket Beads. The scalloped edges feature edge beading and beaded loops of Clear Pony Beads. The crafter backed the pillow with natural colored polished cotton. The pillow measures approximately 7 inches x 6.5 inches. It is about 2 inches thick. You will see some bead loss, especially along the bottom. The velveteen is worn in places and you will see discoloration on the natural colored fabric. 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. Native American beaded 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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Beaded Gold Bird Whimsy with Dangles
A crafter created this Beaded Gold Bird Whimsy using Transparent Red, Yellow and Amber Seed Beads on gold polished cotton. You will also find Amber Basket Beads and brass sequins in the design. The bird has beaded dangles on it’s beak and feet. The eyes are made with green beads and red beads decorate the head. The beadwork is in good condition with little to no missing beads. You will notice the aging of the fabric and see some stains. The bird measures approx. 6.5 inches long from head to tail and 6 inches tall with the feet dangling.
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 Beaded Pin Cushion will make an unusual addition to your antique or whimsy collection!
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Antique Beaded Whimsy Bird 1913
Add this Whimsy Bird 1913 to your collection! The crafter made this beaded Whimsy with tan fabric. Then he or she decorated it with Clear and Transparent Green Seed Beads and dark Gray Basket Beads. The crafter added a lattice ‘bib’ of White Seed Beads with a row of sequins to the front. A Blue Seed Bead surrounded by White Seed Beads serve as eyes for the bird. The bird holds two loops of Transparent Green Seed Beads in its mouth. Underneath the tail, the crafter used Clear Seed Beads to write ‘1913’.
The crafter attached three twisted threads to the bird. You can use those to hang it for display. This Whimsy Bird 1913 measures approximately 6 inches long and stands about 4.5 inches tall. You will see some bead loss, including most of the date 1913 and some soiling. It is in good condition for its age. One of a Kind!
It is a classic example of the Beaded Whimsy tourist souvenirs made by Native American crafters in the border regions between Canada and the United States. Native American beaded 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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Golden Beaded Whimsy Whisk Broom Holder
This Gold Beaded Broom Holder Whimsy features a raised floral design on gold material with drops on the sides and bottom. The pieces has beadwork around the edges and some sequins and basket beads in the design. There is a beaded loop on the top for hanging. This Whimsy measures about 12 inches long and 5 inches at the widest section The pocket is 4 inches x 1.5 inches 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 Iroquois Style Child’s Beaded Deerskin Moccasins
Add these Moccasins Antique Child’s Iroquois Style to your collection. The crafter made these moccasins with brown Deerskin Leather. He or she added black velveteen cuffs with a red ribbon trim to the top. Then the crafter created the classic Iroquois raised beadwork design to the vamps. He or she used Clear, Transparent Green, and Transparent Red Seed Beads to create the design. A couple of gray Basket Beads accentuate it. Rows of White Seed Beads and Pony Beads edge the vamp. The crafter also added two rows of White Seed Beads to the edge of the fabric cuff. Beige colored fabric lines the inside of the back part of the moccasins.
We got these Moccasins Child’s Iroquois Style from a collection. They have tears in the fabric of the cuffs and the inner lining. You will see that the fabric on the vamp has deteriorated and there is noticable soiling. The beadwork remains intact. We are selling these as collectible only. One of a Kind!
This style of moccasins were made by using one piece of Deerskin 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 about 5 inches long x about 2.5 inches wide at the middle with a smaller pointed toe. One of a kind!
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Whimsy Pillow with Bird Design Antique Beaded
This Beaded Bird Whimsy Pillow features designs in transparent Pony Beads. The crafter made this beaded pillow with purple velveteen and a natural colored cotton material in the early 1900s . Then he or she created the beaded botanical and bird designs with Clear, Transparent Green, Transparent Yellow, Transparent Red, Transparent Pink Pony Beads. This Beaded Bird Whimsy Pillow has Gray and Green Basket Beads accent the designs. The scalloped edges feature edge beading and beaded loops of Clear Pony Beads. The crafter backed the pillow with natural colored polished cotton. The pillow measures approximately 9.75 inches x 8 inches. It is about 2 1/2″ inches thick. You will see very little bead loss, especially along the top edge. The velveteen is worn in places on the front. You will see discoloration and stains on the natural colored fabric. 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. Native American beaded 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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Whimsy Beaded Ladies Boot and Heart Pincushion
Crafters created these Beaded Heart and Boot Pincushion Whimsy using Clear Seed Beads around the edges and tassels.
For the center of the heart it has a raised floral pictorial design using clear, rose, teal and green lined basket beads. The heart has a small string for hanging.
The Ladies boot has a raised floral pictorial using clear, yellow, blue and green, seed beads . The red cotton fabric on the front of these pieces shows minimal wear, and the polished cotton back has some fading.
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 Heart measures 4.5″ long x 5.5″ wide.
The Antique Beaded Pincushion Whimsy Ladies boot measures 7″ high x 3′ wide.
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Beaded Boot Pincushion
A crafter created this Pincushion/Whimsy Beaded Boot 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 in the 1900s 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, that has deteriorated over the years. Crafters often create Whimsies with velveteen, but we can see no nap left on this fabric to suggest it was velveteen. 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 6.5 long x 3.5″ wide.
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Whimsy Pin Cushion
A crafter created this Whimsy Pin Cushion Clam Shell Shape using Clear Seed Beads, Clear and Gray 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 Flower design. The crafter beaded the design on a Red fabric. Most of the nap of this fabric has worn marks. Polished cotton in a tan color makes up the inside.
The edges of the pin cushion itself has wear from age. Most of the design remains intact but there are a few beads missing in the around the edge, you will see where someone tried to repair it. the. A previous owner used this Pin Cushion so you will notice stains.
This Beaded Pin Cushion will make an unusual addition to your antique or whimsy collection!
It measures about 4 1/4″ wide x 3 1/4″ deep, thickness is about 1 ” and the filling seems to be intact.
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Antique Whimsy Watch Pocket
A crafter created this Beaded Antique Whimsy Watch Pocket with Clear Seed beads and Gray basket beads in a flower design on a red cotton fabric. The red cotton fabric has deteriorated and the Polished cotton that covers the back has minimal stains and small fraying. This watch pocket has a tassel design all the way around it, although the tassels have pulled away from the edges in a few spots and a few beads are missing. The piece has very little bead loss on the pictorial design. The edges are showing wear.
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. 5.5″ x 3.5″ not including the tassel design around it.
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Willow Backrest Set with Red Stripes No Tripods
This traditional Backrest Pair No Tripods will create a comfortable place to relax when you are hanging out by your tipi or camping! Each Backrest comes with a hanging loop for you to attach it to your own tripod poles. Thin willow branches make up the seat. The crafter painted red and brown stripes on them. One of them has faded more than the other. He added beaded designs to the bottoms and edges of both hanging loops. Hang the Backrest on your tripod poles with the Deerskin Leather loop at the top to sit on it. You can roll the Backrest up for storage. One of a Kind!
Craftsmen fashion handmade Backrests in traditional Plains Native American style. They often use Willow tree wood, a flexible and durable material, that crafters have used for centuries in traditional crafts, including furniture and basketry. Willow back rests are often found in traditional and rustic furniture designs, such as willow chairs or benches.
These Backrest Pair No Tripods are not exactly the same size. They measure 50 – 51 inches long. The tops measure 19.5 – 20 inches across and the bottoms measure 28.5 – 29 inches across. The hanging loops measure 8 -9 inches long. They came from a collection, so you will see signs of wear. We are selling these as a set of two. One of a Kind!
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Whimsy Picture Frame 1
A crafter created this Whimsy Picture Frame 1 with Purple and blue velvet. This antique whimsy is a very nice piece. The artist chose transparent Pony Beads and basket beads to make the raised Rope design and the border around the frame. A cream color silk covers the front, the back and the inside of the picture opening.
This frame 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 came from a previous owner. It remains in nice condition for its age. You will see some bead loss on the bottom and a few of the fringe stands are broken. Some of the edge beading has come off. This Beaded Whimsy will make an unusual addition to your antique or whimsy collection!
This Whimsy Picture Frame measures approx. 7.5″ tall x 5″ wide not including the beaded loops on the bottom. The picture opening measures 3″ x 2″. One of a kind!
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Whimsy Picture Frame 2
A crafter created this Whimsy Picture Frame 2 with cream colored fabric on the Front. This antique whimsy is a very nice piece. The artist chose transparent Pony Beads and basket beads for the raised Botanical design and the border around the frame. Pink silk covers the back and the inside of the picture opening.
This frame 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 came from a previous owner. It remains in nice condition for its age. You will see some bead loss on the bottom and a few of the fringe stands are broken. On the side the beading around the edge has come apart. This Beaded Whimsy will make an unusual addition to your antique or whimsy collection!
The Whimsy Picture Frame measures approx. 7.5″ tall x 5″ wide not including the beaded loops on the bottom. The picture opening measures 3″ x 2″. One of a kind!
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Whimsy Picture Frame #3
A crafter created this Whimsy Picture Frame #3 with cream colored fabric on the front. This whimsical antique picture frame is a charming piece with a unique design. Crafted in the early 20th century, it features intricate beaded floral patterns made with pony beads. The frame is adorned with tassel drops and has a distinctive bell shape.
The artist chose Pony Beads and basket beads for the raised floral design and the border around the frame. A cream colored silk covers the back and the inside of the pocket.
This Beaded Whimsy will make an beautiful addition to your antique or whimsy collection!
The Whimsy Picture Frame measures approx. 7.5″ tall x 5″ wide not including the beaded loops on the bottom. The picture place measures 3″ x 2″.
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Beaded Toe Vamp Lot
Don’t miss out on this Beaded toe vamps lot and bone items. In this lot you will be getting A bone bookmark, A bone folk stamped with “Mackinac Island” and three beaded toe patches. The hand pained Bone bookmark is carved and painted with a Northwest totem design. You will receive two beaded toe patches beaded with 10/0 seed beads in a red white and blue design. One has a beaded edge and one does not. The other Toe patch is antique and was done on brown velvet with a paper backing . This crafter created a Floral Design using pony beads with Basket Beads highlighting the center of each floral design.
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Measurements – Bone Pick 4.75″ long , Bone Bookmark 3.75″ long, Brown Velvet Toe patch 3″ wide at its widest point x 4.5 long. The beaded pieces one is 3.5″ wide at its widest point x 4.75″ long and the other 3.25″ wide at its widest point x 6″ long.
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Antique Beaded Bag Red
This Antique Beaded Bag Red is a nice find to add to your collection! The artist added beadwork to red velveteen fabric, using clear seed beads and clear basket beads to create the floral design on the front and back. The artist edged the piece with cream bias tape edging. The interior of the bag is a blue cotton fabric that has some discoloration. The red velveteen is worn in places, and the bias tape has deteriorated in some places. The crafter added a few small tassels around the edge, there are a couple missing beads.
This Antique Beaded Bag Red measures 4″ tall by 4″ at its widest point. One of a Kind!
An Iroquois beaded bag is a stunning example of Native American craftsmanship, typically showcasing intricate beadwork that reflects the rich cultural heritage of the Iroquois people. These bags often feature detailed floral and geometric designs created using vibrant colored glass beads. The patterns are meticulously stitched onto fabric or leather, creating a beautiful and tactile surface.
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Whimsy Beaded Watch Pocket
This Whimsy Beaded Watch Pocket features a leaf pattern made with clear seed beads. The crafter made the pocket with gold colored velveteen. They covered the back with polished cotton. At the top and bottom of the pocket, the crafter added beaded tassels. Although a few tassels are missing, the piece remains in good condition with very little bead loss. It measures approx. 6″ x 4″ not including the Basket Bead loops. One of a Kind!
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!
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