Powder Horn Carved Horn End
Try this gorgeous reproduction Powder Horn at your next event! The crafter created this reproduction Powder Horn with an ivory colored Cow Horn. He added a lathed wood butt end stained a mahogany brown. The narrow end features a lathed decorative Horn section that screws off. A removable lathed wood stopper fits into this end. You will find a staple in the wood butt end and on the top of the narrow end. Use these staples to attach your own strap.
Powder horns are containers that hold gunpowder. Historically, soldiers made Powder Horns from cows, oxen or buffalo horns. Natural horn has the advantage of being waterproof and already hollow inside. Stoppers of wood or bone or horn were placed at each end of the horn. A soldier filled the horn with gunpowder at the large end, and dispensed powder from the smaller end. Soldiers sometimes decorated their Powder Horns with carvings or inlays. They usually carried them with a long strap over their shoulder.
The Wandering Bull offers Powder Horns as collectible items. Living History Re-enactors also use Powder Horns as part of their kit. You can choose from our standard stock Powder Horn or one of the One of a Kind horns that we acquire from collections.
This Powder Horn measures about 12″ long. It is in excellent condition. One of a Kind!
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Powder Horn Reproduction Carved Ends
Add this well made Powder Horn to your collection or use it as part of your kit. The crafter created this reproduction Powder Horn with a light colored Cow Horn. He added lathed wood ends stained a mahogany brown. The narrow end comes with a removable stopper. The stopper has a hole drilled through it so you can add a lanyard and attach it to the Horn itself so it doesn’t get lost. The crafter added decorative Brass Tacks to the butt end. This Powder Horn does not come with a strap.
Powder horns are containers that hold gunpowder. Historically, soldiers made Powder Horns from cows, oxen or buffalo horns. Natural horn has the advantage of being waterproof and already hollow inside. Stoppers of wood or bone or horn were placed at each end of the horn. A soldier filled the horn with gunpowder at the large end, and dispensed powder from the smaller end. Soldiers sometimes decorated their Powder Horns with carvings or inlays. They usually carried them with a long strap over their shoulder.
The Wandering Bull offers Powder Horns as collectible items. Living History Re-enactors also use Powder Horns as part of their kit. You can choose from our standard stock Powder Horn or one of the One of a Kind horns that we acquire from collections.
This Powder Horn measures about 13.5″ long. It is in excellent condition. One of a Kind!
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Powder Horn with Strap
Our stock Powder Horn with strap comes ready to use! Polished natural cow horn includes a groove to hold the strap. Living History Re-enactors wear Powder Horns as an accessory. Native American dancers can wear them as part of their Native American Regalia.
Our Powder Horn includes a wooden stopper and a wooden base and a woven strap.
Powder horns are containers that hold gunpowder. Historically, soldiers made Powder Horns from cows, oxen or buffalo horns. Natural horn has the advantage of being waterproof and already hollow inside. Stoppers of wood or bone or horn were placed at each end of the horn. A soldier filled the horn with gunpowder at the large end, and dispensed powder from the smaller end.
Soldiers sometimes decorated their Powder Horns with carvings or inlays. They usually carried them with a long strap over their shoulder.
The Wandering Bull offers Powder Horns as collectible items. Living History Re-enactors also use Powder Horns as part of their kit. You can choose from our standard stock Powder Horn or one of the One of a Kind horns that we acquire from other collectors.
Colors and curvature of each Powder Horn will vary. Our stock Powder Horns measure approx 12″ long.
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Polished Steer Horns
Our Polished Steer Horns (Cow Horns) will make great Powder Horns. You can also use them to make Split Horn Bonnets, Horn Rattles and more.
The colors range from off-white to black. We sell our Steer Horns individually. If you order two, we will do our best to match them as a pair. These are a natural product, so allow for variations.
Small Steer Horns measure between 5″-8″ long. Large Steer Horns measure between 8″-12″ long.
We also sell ready to use Powder Horns with a Leather Strap.
Rattles Horn Vintage Pair
This pair of Vintage Horn Rattles shows nice patina. The crafters made them from real Horn with wood handles. They are very sturdy though they show their age and signs of use. The smaller one measures 10.5″ long with a 2.5″ piece of Horn. The other measures just over 11″ long with a 3″ piece of Horn. We are selling them as a set. They will make a nice addition to your collection. One of a Kind!
Traditionally, Native Americans use Horn Rattles to produce the rhythm for song and dance. The Horn Rattle can also sometimes accompany the Water Drum. You can strike a Horn Rattle against the palm of the hand, or shake it. Native Americans did not use cow horn to make Rattles until after European contact. Prior to the introduction of cows, Natives of the Northeast used Bark, Gourd and Turtle Shell to make Rattles.
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Natural Bison Horns
These natural Bison Horns will make very large Powder Horns. Cut the horn and use it to make a Horn Roach Spreader. You can also use them to make Split Horn Bonnets, Horn Rattles and more.
These horns are natural black. They come minimally cleaned. Choose:
- Cleaned and Scraped Approx 8″ – 10″ long with a 4″ diameter opening
- Cleaned and left rough Approx 11″ long with a 4″ diameter opening
We sell these Horns individually. These are a natural product, so allow for variations.
We also sell Bison Toes!
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Rattle Horn Carved Handle
This Handmade Horn Rattle features real a Horn top and nicely turned handmade wood handle. The artisan added his initials JT in marker to the underside of the Rattle. A piece of Imitation Sinew wrapped around the handle end serves as a hanging loop. This Rattle measures 10.5″ long overall. The Horn part is 1.5″ long. This Rattle came from a collection. It is in excellent, usable condition. One of a Kind!
Traditionally, Native Americans use Horn Rattles to produce the rhythm for song and dance. The Horn Rattle can also sometimes accompany the Water Drum. You can strike a Horn Rattle against the palm of the hand, or shake it. Native Americans did not use cow horn to make Rattles until after European contact. Prior to the introduction of cows, Natives of the Northeast had to use Bark, Gourd and Turtle Shell to make Rattles.
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Buffalo Horn Tubes
We import our Buffalo Horn Tubes from India. The Natural Black Horn offer a subtle look to your chokers, jewelry and other Regalia accessories. Try our Horn Tubes to achieve an older style look to your accessories.
You may also want to try our Bone Tubes. They come in the same sizes as the Horn Tubes.
We offer Horn Tubes in three popular sizes:
You can purchase Horn Tubes in packages of 25 pieces, 100 pieces or 1000 pieces.
Rattle Horn Handmade
These Handmade Horn Rattles come from an Iroquois artisan. They feature real Horn tops and handmade wood handles. The artisan stains the handles but leaves the wood ends of the Rattle natural. Each has a Deerskin Leather Lacing loop at the end.
Traditionally, Native Americans use Horn Rattles to produce the rhythm for song and dance. The Horn Rattle can also sometimes accompany the Water Drum. You can strike a Horn Rattle against the palm of the hand, or shake it. Native Americans did not use cow horn to make Rattles until after European contact. Prior to the introduction of cows, Natives of the Northeast had to use Bark, Gourd and Turtle Shell to make Rattles.
We offer three sizes:
- Small Approx 6″ long
- Medium Approx 9″ long
- Large Approx 11″ long
These Rattles are individually made, so the stain colors and Deerskin Lacing colors will vary. Please let us choose. The Rattle size varies according to the length of the handle.
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Horn Spoon Beaded Handle with Drops
This large Horn Spoon comes with a beaded handle and two beaded drops. The crafter used White, Blue, White Center Red, Arapaho Green and Mustard colored Seed Beads to wrap the handle. He covered two pieces of Deerskin Leather with more Seed Beads and attached antiqued Tin Cones and Red Wool to the ends for drops.
Several Native American tribes created horn spoons from Sheep or Elk horn. They removed the outer part of the horn and carved it. Then they softened it in hot water to further modify the shape. Sometimes they decorated them with carvings.
This spoon is for decorative purposes. It remains in very good condition, missing only a couple of Beads.
It measures about 12″ long. The bowl measures approximately 5.5″ long x 2.5″ wide. The beadwork on the handle measures just about 2.5″ long and the drops are 7″ long. One of a Kind!
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Cow Horn Rattle
Traditionally, Native Americans use Horn Rattles to produce the rhythm for song and dance. These Rattles can also sometimes accompany the Water Drum. Strike this Rattle against the palm of the hand, or shake it.
Native Americans did not use cow horn to make Rattles until after European contact. Prior to the introduction of cows, Natives of the Northeast had to use Bark, Gourd and Turtle Shell to make Rattles.
Ours are made with natural cow horn and a wood handle.
They measure approx. 11″ long.
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Buffalo Horn Hairpipe
We import our Buffalo Horn Hairpipe from India. The polished natural black horn looks great in chokers, breastplates, necklaces and other items. Because these are a natural product, the width may vary.
Native Americans first used “Hairpipes” made from shells or bird bones as simple ear ornaments or hair ornaments. Later, they made hairpipes into necklaces, chokers and most strikingly, into Breastplates. In the later 19th century, Bone Hairpipe became the material of choice.
Today, we offer Hairpipe in several materials besides Bone. Amber Hairpipe and Red Amber Hairpipe remain popular. Additionally we sell Ultra Thin Hairpipe, Burnished Hairpipe and Antiqued Hairpipe. You can create chokers, bracelets, necklaces and breastplates in a variety of colors and looks.
Horn Hairpipe is available in 6 sizes:
You can purchase Buffalo Horn Hairpipe in packages of 25 pieces, 100 pieces or 1000 pieces.
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Buffalo Horn Beads
Buffalo Horn Beads offer a natural black bead option to your crafting projects.
Use Buffalo Horn Beads for necklaces, chokers, breastplates and more.
Buffalo Horn Beads come in 3 sizes:
They have 2 mm holes. We sell these Beads in packages of 100 beads.
You may also like our natural Bone Beads!
Three Row Choker – Bone or Buffalo Horn
We make our Three Row Chokers here at the shop. We use soft Deerskin Leather Lacing, 1″ Bone Hairpipe or Buffalo Horn Hairpipe, Nickel Beads and glass Tile Beads.
Each Three Row Choker measures approximately 13″ long. You can adjust the fit with the Deerskin Leather Lacing ties.
Choose from four color combinations:
- White Bone Hairpipe with Red Tile Beads
- White Bone Hairpipe with Blue Tile Beads
- Black Horn Hairpipe with Red Tile Beads
- Black Horn Hairpipe with Blue Tile Beads
We will add a complementary second Tile Bead color.
Custom made items require time to make! Please allow 1-2 weeks for delivery.
You may also like our Three Row Hairpipe Bracelets!
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Horn Club Two Head
This antique Two Head Horn Club features steer horns on both sides. This piece was made circa 1900 and would have been used as a ceremonial Warrior Dance Club.
The 24 inch handle is made of wood covered in dried rawhide and has a piece of buffalo tail tied with leather lace hanging from the end. The rawhide extends around the two headed club and is secured with a pin. The rawhide is sinew sewn. It will make a nice addition to your collection!
It measures approx. 28″ long and 6″ wide at the widest end. One of a Kind!
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Native American Style Horn Hairpipe Choker Kit
Our Choker Kits come in five styles. Each includes everything you need to make your own Hairpipe Choker. Hairpipe Chokers made with Brass Beads are appropriate for ‘old style’ Regalia. Hairpipe Chokers made with Glass Crow Beads can be worn with both Traditional Regalia and Contemporary Regalia.
The Buffalo Horn Choker Kit includes 1.5″ Buffalo Horn Hairpipe, Nickel-Plated Beads, our Leather Choker Spacers, Deerskin Leather Lacing, Imitation Sinew, 2 Metal Feathers, 1 Abalone Concho, and Illustrated Instructions.
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Three Row Bracelet – Bone or Buffalo Horn
We make our Three Row Hairpipe Bracelets here at the shop. We make each Three Row Bracelet with soft Deerskin Leather Lacing, 1/2″ Bone Hairpipe or Horn Hairpipe, Nickel Beads and glass Tile Beads.
Our Three Row Bracelets measure approx. 7″ long. You can adjust the fit with the Crow Bead closure.
Choose Horn (Black) or Bone (White). Choose Blue or Red Tile Beads.
You may also like our complementary Three Row Hairpipe Chokers!
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Horn Bear Claw with Knuckle
Among our Imitation Bear Claw options, we now offer one made of natural black Horn. This Bear Claw comes with a ‘knuckle’ end. You will appreciate that it comes with a drill hole so it is ready to attach to your project. These Horn Bear Claws will look great on a Bear Claw Necklace or as a decorative accessory on a Bag or Dance Stick.
Each Bear Claw measures approximately 3″ long.
We sell these individually. Buy 10 or more for $5.00 each!
We also offer Imitation Bear Claws in economical plastic.
QTY PRICING $5.00
Buffalo Horn Choker Instructions
Hairpipe chokers served many different purposes throughout history – They adorned and protected warriors’ necks before battle, and also served to represent social standing. Hairpipe Chokers made with Brass Beads are appropriate for ‘old style’ Regalia. You can wear Hairpipe Chokers made with Glass Crow Beads with both Traditional Regalia and Contemporary Regalia.
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Yellow Horn Hairpipe
When you are looking for a new take on an old favorite, try Amber Hairpipe! Natural Horn Amber colored Hairpipe looks slightly translucent. Because it is a natural product, shading varies. Make sure that you order enough to complete your project. We can not guarantee that the shades will match with the next lot!
Native Americans first used “Hairpipes” made from shells or bird bones as simple ear ornaments or hair ornaments. Later, they made hairpipes into necklaces, chokers and most strikingly, into Breastplates. In the later 19th century, Bone Hairpipe became the material of choice.
Today, we offer Hairpipe in several materials besides Bone. Buffalo Horn Hairpipe and Red Amber Hairpipe remain popular. Additionally we sell Ultra Thin Hairpipe, Burnished Hairpipe and Antiqued Hairpipe. You can create chokers, bracelets, necklaces and breastplates in a variety of colors and looks.
Amber Hairpipe comes in three sizes:
You can purchase them in packages of 25 pieces, estimated 100 pieces or estimated 1000 pieces.
Red Horn Hairpipe
Make a striking choker or bracelet with these Red Amber Hairpipe! Natural Horn Red Amber colored Hairpipe looks slightly translucent. Because it is a natural product, shading varies. Make sure that you order enough to complete your project. We can not guarantee that the shades will match with the next lot!
Native Americans first used “Hairpipes” made from shells or bird bones as simple ear ornaments or hair ornaments. Later, they made hairpipes into necklaces, chokers and most strikingly, into Breastplates. In the later 19th century, Bone Hairpipe became the material of choice.
Today, we offer Hairpipe in several materials besides Bone. Buffalo Horn Hairpipe and Amber Hairpipe remain popular. Additionally we sell Ultra Thin Hairpipe, Burnished Hairpipe and Antiqued Hairpipe. You can create chokers, bracelets, necklaces and breastplates in a variety of colors and looks.
We carry Red colored Amber Hairpipe in three sizes:
You can purchase these Hairpipe in packages of 25 pieces, 100 pieces or 1000 pieces.
Wampum Belt 9 Row Purple & Ivory
This handmade Wampum Belt features a nine row design. The crafter used Opaque Purple and Ivory Wampum Beads to create the repeating oval pattern. You can wear a Wampum Belt as a sash or attach one to a Bag or Powder Horn as a strap.
This 9 Row Wampum Belt measures 30″ long x 3.75″ wide excluding 9″ of fringe. One of a Kind!
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Animal Energies – EXPANDED EDITION!
Interpreting the Messages and Warnings of Animals. By Gary Buffalo Horn Man and Sherry Firedancer. Softcover. 304 pgs.
You do not want to miss the new edition of Animal Energies! You will find color photographs and expanded descriptions of the habits and behaviors of 60 animals. Discussions of smudging and the vision quest enhance the overall message of what we can learn from our animal brothers.
ISBN 9781632204516
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Wampum Belt made with Glass Wampum Beads
This handmade Wampum Belt features an eight row design. The crafter used Opaque Purple and Ivory Wampum Beads to create the design that shows a two row line with box designs at either end. You will see small imitation sinew loops attached to one side that the crafter used to hang this Wampum Belt for display. You can wear a Wampum Belt as a sash or attach one to a Bag or Powder Horn as a strap.
This 8 Row Wampum Belt measures 34.25″ long x 3.25″ wide excluding 9″ of Deerskin Leather Lacing fringe. One of a Kind!
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Drum & Rattle Making
By Tom Porter for Native North American Travelling College. 10 pgs. Softcover.
Drum & Rattle Making provides instructions for making a traditional Water Drum. It includes tips for preventing cracking and splitting. It also offers instructions for making a Horn Rattle. The instructions are written in a conversational style. You will find a list of Social Songs at the end with notes on which instruments accompany them.
Black & White illustrations.
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Wampum Belt 9 Row Hiawatha Design
This handmade Wampum Belt features a nine row design. The crafter used Opaque Purple and Ivory Wampum Beads to recreate the classic Hiawatha Belt Design. He braided the Deerskin Leather Fringe into 3 braids. You will see small imitation sinew loops attached to the top the crafter used to hang this Wampum Belt for display.
The five main units of the Hiawatha Wampum Belt represent the five Original Nations that comprised the Iroquois Confederacy. From left to right, this design represents the Mohawk, Oneida, Onondaga, Cayuga and Seneca. The connecting line is the path of peace. Other Nations are welcome to travel the path of peace and seek shelter under the great tree.
You can wear a Wampum Belt as a sash or attach one to a Bag or Powder Horn as a strap. This 9 Row Wampum Belt measures 34″ long x 3.75″ wide excluding 15″ of fringe. One of a Kind!
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Bone Tubes
Our Bone Tubes have straight edges are made with good quality real bone. Their Ivory color makes them perfect to make chokers, bracelets, and other jewelry. Try these natural colored Tubes to achieve an older style look to your accessories.
You may also want to try our Buffalo Horn Tubes. They come in the same sizes as the Bone Tubes.
We offer these Tubes in three popular sizes:
You can purchase Bone Tubes in packages of 25 pieces, 100 pieces or 1000 pieces.
Real Bone Hairpipe for Crafting
The Wandering Bull offers top quality real Bone Hairpipe with uniform widths, holes and smoothness! They come with 2 mm holes. Therefore, you will find them ready to use for chokers, breastplates, necklaces and more!
Native Americans first used “Hairpipes” made from shells or bird bones as simple ear ornaments or hair ornaments. Later, they made hairpipes into necklaces, chokers and most strikingly, into Breastplates. In the later 19th century, Bone Hairpipe became the material of choice. Breastplates became symbols of status and Necklaces and Bandoleers gained in popularity during the Reservation period.
Today, we offer Hairpipe in several materials besides Bone. Buffalo Horn Hairpipe and Amber Hairpipe remain popular. Additionally we sell Ultra Thin Hairpipe, Burnished Hairpipe and Antiqued Hairpipe. You can create chokers, bracelets, necklaces and breastplates in a variety of colors and looks.
Choose from 7 sizes
- 0.5″
- 1″
- 1.5″
- 2″
- 2.5″
- 3″
- 4″
Purchase your hairpipe in 25 count, 100 count or 1000 count packages. Quantity discounts apply to packages of 10 or more of the 100 count packages.
Wampum Hairpipe
We proudly offer real Quahog Wampum Shell findings for your most traditional jewelry and regalia. Natural Quahog shell beads and pendants will vary in color striations. Each bead is a miniature work of art! These exceptional pieces will please the most particular craftspeople. We sell these individually.
You commonly see Bone and Horn Hairpipe. You can create a very special choker using this Wampum Hairpipe! We sell these by the piece.
Choose from two sizes:
- 16mm (just over 1/2″) x 4mm
- 20mm (just over 3/4″) x 5mm
Buy 10 or more for quantity discounts!
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Ultra Thin Bone Hairpipe
This elegant Ultra Thin Bone Hairpipe gives a very different look to chokers and jewelry. You will find it delicate enough for you to make earrings with it!
Native Americans first used “Hairpipes” made from shells or bird bones as simple ear ornaments or hair ornaments. Later, they made hairpipes into necklaces, chokers and most strikingly, into Breastplates. In the later 19th century, Bone Hairpipe became the material of choice.
Today, we offer Hairpipe in several materials besides Bone. Buffalo Horn Hairpipe and Amber Hairpipe remain popular. Additionally we sell Burnished Hairpipe and Antiqued Hairpipe. You can create chokers, bracelets, necklaces and breastplates in a variety of colors and looks.
We carry Ultra Thin Hairpipe in three sizes:
You can purchase these Hairpipe in packages of 25 pieces, 100 pieces or 1000 pieces.
Cow Skull
Natural Cow Skull ready to add to your camp or game room! The previous owners left this vintage skull in its natural state with organic bits attached to it.
The Cow Skull measures 16″ from front to back. It stands about 6″ tall. From eye socket to eye socket it measures 9″.
The teeth are missing. It does not come with horns. You will see that one side of the nose bone has broken off. This skull has been around and may have been exposed to the weather. We are selling it as is.
One of a Kind!
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Native American Style Plastic Hairpipe Choker Kit
Our Choker Kits come in five styles. Each includes everything you need to make your own Hairpipe Choker. Hairpipe Chokers made with Brass Beads are appropriate for ‘old style’ Regalia. Hairpipe Chokers made with Glass Crow Beads can be worn with both Traditional Regalia and Contemporary Regalia.
Choose from:
- Plastic Hairpipe with Brass Beads
- Plastic Hairpipe with Glass Beads
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Native American Style Bone Hairpipe Choker Kit
Our Choker Kits come in five styles. Each kit includes everything you need to make your own Hairpipe Choker. Hairpipe Chokers made with Brass Beads are appropriate for ‘old style’ Regalia. Hairpipe Chokers made with Glass Crow Beads can be worn with both Traditional Regalia and Contemporary Regalia.
Each Kit comes with 1.5″ Bone Hairpipe, Imitation Sinew, Choker Spacers, a Needle, Deerskin Leather Lacing, an Abalone Concho and Beads.
Choose from:
- Bone Hairpipe with Brass Beads
- Bone Hairpipe with Glass Bead
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Native Americans and Buffalo
Native Americans and Buffalo have a long history together. Buffalo, or the American Bison, has played an essential role in the survival and culture of the Native Americans who lived in the Plains region of what is now the United States, and parts of southern Canada. Buffalo once roamed the Plains in innumerable herds until the middle of the 19th century. Incursions by white settlers and the arrival of the railroad severely depleted the number of Buffalo living on the Plains. Native Americans use of every part of a Buffalo for food, clothing, tools, fuel and utensils. Continue reading Native Americans and Buffalo
Plastic Hairpipe
You will find Plastic Hairpipe an economical alternative to Bone or other types of Hairpipe. The 4″ size makes a good alternative for large breastplates because it makes them much lighter.
Plastic Hairpipe is wider and lighter than Bone or Buffalo hairpipe. That makes it popular for children’s crafts and regalia.
We offer Plastic Hairpipe in 6 sizes:
We sell this Hairpipe in packages of 100 pieces. Quantity discounts when you buy 10 or more packages.
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