These Moccasins Northern Plains Style Women’s are ready to wear! The crafter made them with Braintanned Deerskin Leather. She sewed them together with sinew. For the soles, she used Bison hide. She used lazy stitch to create a simple beaded design on the vamps and around the bottom of the moccasins. The design features White, Light Blue and Yellow Seed Beads. These moccasins come with stand up cuffs and Braintanned Deerskin Leather Lacing ties.
These women’s moccasins measure 9.5 inches long and 3.5 inches wide on the sole. They stand about 3.5 inches high. The crafter says they are a women’s size 7.5. They are new and ready to wear! One of a Kind!
These Moccasins Crow Style Mens feature fully beaded vamps. The crafter made them with soft Deerskin Leather. Then the crafter used White, Green, Transparent Dark Green, White Center Red, and Turquoise Seed Beads to create the geometric designs. The beadwork covers the vamps and goes around the sides of the moccasins to the heels. He or she added Strap Leather to the bottom for soles. Deerskin Leather Lacing serve as ties.
We got these men’s moccasins from a collection. A previous owner wore them. You will see signs of wear and some soiling on the leather. The beaded designs show places where it has loosened, but no bead loss. On the inside of one of the moccasins you will find printed writing in German.
You will find the moccasins well constructed and in wearable condition. If you are looking for a pair of wide Moccasins, try these on for size! Don’t miss these fully beaded mocs for your next powwow. One of a Kind!
These Moccasins Crow Style Mens measure about 11.5 inches long x 4.25 inches wide at the widest point. They stand about 3 inches tall at the cuff. One of a Kind!
These Moccasins Center Seam Mens are in new condition. The crafter made them with soft Braintanned Deerskin Leather. Then the crafter attached black velveteen to the cuffs. He or she attached dark blue bias tape around each cuff. Then the crafter added a simple row of White Seed Beads on top of the bias tape. These are very basic, sewn center seam moccasins with soft soles.
We got these men’s moccasins from a collection. It does not look like anyone ever wore them and they are in like new condition. One of a Kind!
These Moccasins Center Seam Mens measure about 10.75 inches long x about 4 inches wide at the widest point. They stand about 3 inches tall at the cuff. One of a Kind!
You will find patterns for a variety of accessories in our Plume Women’s Leather Accessories Patterns. Native American women used accessories like these for their everyday activities. They expressed their tribal affiliations through the decorations they added to the items. We recommend that you research the decorating styles for the tribe you wish to design for.
This pack includes pattern for the following:
Tobacco Pouch
Mirror Pouch
Ration Card Bag
Fringed Bag
Side Fringed Bag
Knife Sheath
Scissors Pouch
Awl Case
Most of these require small amounts of leather, up to 12.5″ x 10″. The Knife Sheath and the Awl Case also need a piece of Rawhide measuring 5″ x 8″ or 9″ as a lining. You may use lightweight Deerskin Leather Splits for some of these items. For some items, like the Knife Sheath, you may choose to use Cowhide Strap Leather. If you wish to add fringe, please purchase additional Leather for that.
We offer this historically accurate Women’s Chemise for Living History Re-enactors. Women would wear a chemise as an undergarment underneath their gown or robe.
Our seamstress makes our Chemises with lightweight bleached muslin for comfort and wear. It features 3/4 length sleeves and ruffles around the neckline. You will find the loose fitting breathable fabric very comfortable to wear. Styles may vary from photo.
We sell our Chemises in four sizes: Small, Medium, Large and X Large. The Large Chemise has the following measurements: 19.25″ across the shoulder, 14″ long sleeve, 9″ neck opening, 41″ long overall.
This book is part of the Native Trailblazers Series for young adults. It features twelve Native American and First Nation women who have overcome hardships to become active in science, education, politics and community activism. Read about United States Representatives, scientists, community activists and more! This timely publication shares both hope and gratitude with regards to women’s abilities to make an impact on their culture and the world.
Women’s Hairpipe Breastplate with Antique Trade Beads
This Women’s Breastplate is loaded with antique Trade Beads! Master Craftsman Andy Bullock made this Breastplate with 2.5″ and 3″ Bone Hairpipe. He separated each tier with Saddle Strap Leather Spacers. White Center Cranberry Red Crow Beads line both ends of each section. At the center, Andy attached a 1″ Conch Shell Concho with White Braintanned Deerskin Leather Lacing drops strung with Reproduction Pony Trader Blue and Greasy Yellow Pony Beads and two Feather design antique Trade Beads. 7″ long White Braintanned Deerskin Leather Lacing fringe strung with a variety of antique Trade Beads hangs from the bottom. The White Braintanned Deerskin Leather Lacing at the top sports Brass Beads and antique striped Chevron Beads.
This Women’s Breastplate measures 20″ long overall. It measures 4.5″ wide. You can adjust how it hangs with the White Braintanned Deerskin Leather Lacing at the top. One of a Kind!
Make this Breastplate Women’s Blue your favorite accessory! Master Craftsman Andy Bullock made this Breastplate with 3 inch long Bone Hairpipe in three tiers. He separated each tier with Brown Strap Leather Spacers. Brass Beads and bright Blue Crow Beads line both ends of each section. 6 inch long White Braintanned Deerskin Leather Lacing fringe topped with antique Feather Trade Beads hangs from the bottom. The White Braintanned Deerskin Leather Lacing at the top sports more Brass Beads and bright Blue Crow Beads.
This Women’s Breastplate measures 17 inches long not including the 6 inches of fringe. It measures 4 inches wide. You can adjust how it hangs with the White Braintanned Deerskin Leather Lacing at the top. One of a Kind!
Make these Antique Hopi Style Moccasins a centerpiece of your collection! Traditional Hopi Women’s Moccasins feature strips of Braintanned Deerskin that wrap around the calves. These Moccasins have brown suede vamps and Braintanned Deerskin strips. The soles are Rawhide. Handmade Silver Buttons hold the strips. (There are 3 on one and 2 on the other).
These Moccasins stand about 14″ tall. The foot measures 9.75″ long x 4.5″ wide. A previous owner wore them. We are selling them as a collectible.
Our Plume Men’s Weskit pattern includes options for two styles. You can make a long 18th century style with 10-16 buttons. This style falls 9″ – 10″ below the waist and has a high neck. Make this style with Wool or Linen and line it with Linen or Cotton fabric.
Or choose the shorter 19th century vest that features a minimal collar and 4 buttons. This style falls at the waist. You can use Broadcloth, Velvet, Brocade or Fine Cotton for this vest.
For 44″ wide fabric, you will need 2 yards to make the Weskit and 1 1/3 yards to make the Vest. The pattern also includes options for other fabric widths.
This Exhibition Catalog documents many beautiful and often fragile examples of Native American quillwork. Most of these items belong to the museum collections of the State Historical Society of North Dakota. Contemporary examples demonstrate the ongoing artistry of modern quillwork.
The book describes the process of quillworking. It discusses how Native Americans acquired porcupine quills and how they prepared the animal hides they used as their canvas.
This is NOT a guidebook, but it provides many examples of ways crafters can use porcupine quills artistically.
Much has been written about the peaked caps – also known as hoods – that are worn by the Wabanaki people. Bruce Bourque and Laureen LaBar present illustrations of several of these hoods in their book “Uncommon Threads: Wabanaki Textiles, Clothing, and Costume”. But what are they?
First, we need to understand that Wabanaki Hoods were worn by both men and women. In this article, we will explore the women’s peaked hood.
Details:All are welcome to this powwow to bring awareness to Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW) within the Native American community. The event will include nonprofit educational booths, arts and crafts, food, Native American dancing, and more. The cost is $5.00 for adults and free for children under ten years of age.
Use our Plume Plains Indian Dress Pattern to make a traditional three hide dress. Native American women of many tribes wear dresses similar to this. They did not decorate their everyday dresses. But ceremonial dresses often have elaborate decorations.
Native American women used a wide variety of trims on their dresses. These include:
Beadwork
Quillwork
Shells
Coins
Fur
Fringe
Metal Cones
Trade Cloth
You will need three Deerskin Leather hides to make this dress. The smallest size (Women’s size 8) requires 2 hides with 32″ x 38″ of usable area and 1 hide with 24″ x 48″ of usable area. The largest size (Women’s size 20) requires 2 hides with 36″ x 38″ of usable area and 1 hide with 24″ x 48″ of usable area.
If you want fringe, you will need to get an additional hide with 24″ x 24″ of usable area.
This pattern includes instructions for using the legs and natural edges of the hide as well as a more tailored style. Additionally you will find a glossary and instructions for working with leather.
Shop all of our Patterns! Read the Denver Art Museum leaflet on Plains Indians techniques HERE !
We offer Anishinaabe Bimishimo Jingle Cones from Canada in four colors! These cones feature the Anishinaabe Bimishimo logo of a Tipi surrounded by their name.
In addition to Brass, Copper, and Nickel you can buy Red Jingle Cones. These Red Cones are made in honor of MMIWG (Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls) and a portion of proceeds from the company goes to:
Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Inc – Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women Girls Liaison
Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre Inc.
Swan Lake First Nation – Women’s Group and Men’s Group
Native Americans made the first Jingle Cones from rolled tobacco lids. We sell them already rolled, ready to attach to your Jingle Dress! A regular sized woman’s dress uses between 250 – 365 Jingles (many have 365, one for each day of the year!)
Anishinaabe Bimishimo Jingle Cones are available in two sizes:
Adult (2 5/8″ long)
Child (1.75″ long) Red Only
Choose Nickel, Brass, Copper or Red in packages of 100. Save when you buy 10 or more packages of one variety!
Native American Ribbon Shirts are classic Powwow Regalia! This Classic Ribbon Shirt features white ribbon trim on the front and cuffs. Our seamstress used a cotton blend fabric. These shirts are pull over style and do not stretch. The cuffs have metal button closures and there is a metal button at the open top. These shirts do not have collars.
Use the pull down menu to see available sizes.
Men’s size Large measures 31″ long with 24″ long sleeves. The chest circumference measures 44″. Men’s Size Medium has a 42″ chest circumference.
By Michael Johnson. 48 pgs. Softcover. Men at Arms series.
Michael Johnson covers the history, culture and beliefs of Native American Tribes from the southwestern US. The Apache, Pueblo, Navajo, and other tribes are included in this overview.
American Indian Tribes of the Southwest features color illustrations and black & white photos.
Like all of the books in the Men-at-Arms Series, American Indian Tribes of the Southwest has detailed color illustrations of Native American Regalia from each tribe, and historical photos and drawings.
Native American Style Leggin and Breechclout Pattern
Our Plume Leggin and Breechclout Pattern offers options to make both Leather and Trade Cloth Leggins and Breechclouts.
Native American men traditionally wore Leggins and Breechclouts for protection against the elements. They originally made them from Leather. After the contact period, they chose Wool trade fabric. You will see Native American men wearing them today at Powwows and historical Re-enactments.
This pattern includes instructions for the following:
Leather Western style tapered Leggins with or without fringe
Fabric Leggins with wide side panels that can be sewn or tied closed
Basic Breechclout of cloth or leather with an optional fabric lining
For Leather Leggins you will need 2 hides with at least 42″ of usable material measuring 24″ – 28″ wide. Cloth Leggins require 2 1/4 yards of fabric 45″ wide. You can make the Breechclout with a 15″ x 60″ piece of Leather or Fabric (it can be longer if you wish).
Native American Style Pucker Toe Deerskin Moccasins Kit
The Wandering Bull created the Eastern Woodlands Moccasin Kit for our customers to make their own Eastern Woodlands Pucker Toe Moccasins. Follow the easy instructions to make a wearable pair of Deerskin moccasins. Add your own decorative touches for a truly unique pair of moccasins.
Our Moccasin Kit includes Top Grain Deerskin Leather, Deerskin Leather Lacing and illustrated instructions. The enclosed materials are based on Men’s sizing (US). You create a pattern based on your own foot. Order a size that would be larger than your shoe size to ensure that you have enough material.
You will also need paper to make a foot tracing, a pen or pencil, an awl and scissors that will cut leather.
The Eastern Woodlands Moccasin Kit does not include beads or beadwork. You will find Beads, Real and Imitation Sinew, and Porcupine Quills at The Wandering Bull, LLC to decorate your moccasins.
World Best Fancy Dance Songs includes both Women’s and Men’s Fancy Dance songs. Get those bustles and bells on, find your Fancy Dance Shawl …you’ll be ready to dance after listening to this CD!
By Michael Johnson. 48 pgs. Softcover. Men-at-Arms Series.
Michael Johnson has written an exceptionally well-illustrated overview. This slim volume covers the culture, history and conflicts of the Eastern North American Indians. The focus of this book takes the reader up to the 19th century. Johnson also provides a discussion of military weapons used during the contact period.
Like all of the books in the Men-at-Arms Series, North American Indian Tribes of the Great Lakes has detailed color illustrations of Native American Regalia from each tribe, and historical photos and drawings
By Michael Johnson. 48 pgs. Softcover. Men-at-Arms series.
In Indian Tribes of the New England Frontier Michael Johnson reviews the Native American tribes and confederacies who encountered and fought with the British and French colonists on the East Coast. This book features color illustrations and black & white photos.
Like all of the books in the Men-at-Arms Series, this one has detailed color illustrations of Native American Regalia from each tribe, and historical photos and drawings. These enhance the overview of their material culture, history and leaders.
For more information, view the Denver Art Museum leaflet on New England Indian Tribes HERE!
By Michael Johnson. 48 pgs. Softcover. Men-at-Arms Series.
North American Indian Tribes of the Great Lakes discusses Native American Tribes including the Huron, Ojibwa, Ottowa and the Shawnee. Johnson reviews their social organizations, culture, and history. He focuses especially on the French and Indian wars and the American Revolution. He pays special attention to the forced relocation of Native Americans to reservations.
Like all of the books in the Men-at-Arms Series, this book has detailed color illustrations of Native American Regalia from each tribe, and historical photos and drawings. You will find this an invaluable addition to your home library.
Read the Denver Art Museum leaflet on Tribes of the Great Lakes Region HERE!
Traditional Native American Dance Shawl Fabric Blanks
The Wandering Bull, LLC sells Native American Dance Shawl Fabric Blanks for those who want to make their own shawl and save money. Our Blanks are made from polyester gabardine blend (unless otherwise specified). They come hemmed on all sides. You may see the factory edge on the back side of the shawl. They measure approximately 58″ x 64″.
We will include a copy of our Dance Shawl Instructions when you order Dance Shawl Fabric Blanks. Click here for Dance Shawl Fringe. Need a Needle to attach the Fringe? Click here for a Tapestry Needle.
The color selection for our Fabric Blanks changes regularly, but we will do our best to get the color you ordered. Please note that the colors shown are an approximation of the actual color. Shades will vary.
Most women wear Dance Shawls into the Powwow Circle. Dance Shawls can be simple fabric blanks with chainette or ribbon fringe. Some women create elaborately decorated shawls for Fancy Dancing. They embellish their shawls with ribbonwork, embroidery or beadwork. At The Wandering Bull, LLC you will find ready to wear shawls with chainette fringe in full size or mini sizes.
If you have questions or if you have a large order, just call! 1-800-430-2855.
Use our Plume Voyager Shirt Pattern to make your own loose fitting, comfortable shirt. French voyageurs wore a similarly styled shirt in the late 18th century. Both traders and colonists wore long shirts both during the day and as a nightshirt. Thus you will find them longer than standard shirts today.
This pattern contains options for two lengths. You can make yours in a traditional long style or a shorter more contemporary style. This pattern requires the fabric to be folded in half, so there is no shoulder seam. You will find instructions for a shoulder reinforcement. We recommend Cotton or Cotton Blend fabric, or Linen or Linen Blend Fabric. You may also use a lightweight wool if you prefer a warmer shirt.
For the traditional length, you will need 3 1/3 yards of fabric for Men’s Small – Large, 3 1/2 yards for Men’s size X-Large and XX-Large. You will also need 2 -4 buttons.
Breechcloths are lengths of fabric or leather. Native American men traditionally wear breechcloths (or breechclouts) alone or with Leggins. A Breechcloth goes between the legs. The front and back are draped over a belt or Leather Lacing tie. Men can wear them plain or decorate them with Brooches, Beadwork or ribbon work. They can also cut them from a wool blanket with a striped selvedge edge, and the stripes will serve as decoration.
Our Breechcloths measure 12″ x 58″ and does not have finished edges.
By Rene Chartrand. 48 pgs. Softcover. Men-at-Arms Series.
Colonial American Troops 1610-1774 (2) reviews both Militia and Provincials from seven New England colonies. Brief descriptions of the origins of each colony begin each section. You will read about groups from the following colonies:
Massachusetts
New Hampshire
Connecticut
Rhode Island
Maryland
New York
New Jersey
Like all of the books in the Men-at-Arms Series, this book on colonial troops has color illustrations of the military Regalia of officers, privates and gunners. Living History Re-enactors will find this book a valuable resource for militias of this time period.
Add this Breech Cloth Beaded Red to your dance clothes! The crafter used Red Wool with Black Bias Tape Trim. He created a beaded design using (mostly) White Seed Beads. Double Curve designs appear above a series of arrow designs. The crafter accented the Double Curve designs with a real Quahog Wampum Disc at the top. Nine real Quahog Wampum Beads accent the row below. Bright red fabric lines the back side. This Breech Cloth measures 62 inches long and 11 inches wide. We got it from a collection. It is in like new condition. One of a Kind!
Breech Cloths (also known as Breech Clouts) are lengths of fabric or leather. Native American men traditionally wear breech cloths (or breech clouts) alone or with Leggins. A Breech Cloth goes between the legs. The front and back are draped over a belt or Leather Lacing tie. They provide protection for sensitive areas of the body while allowing for freedom of movement, especially important for activities like hunting, gathering, and dancing. Men can wear them plain or decorate them with Brooches, Beadwork or ribbon work. They can also cut them from a wool blanket with a striped selvedge edge, and the stripes will serve as decoration.
This Turban Woven Yarn will be a unique accessory for you to wear at your next event. The crafter wove this yarn headwear from bright Blue, Gold and Berry Red yarn. It has a wide center section which divides into four narrower tabs. The crafter created braided fringe at the bottom of each tab. To wear this type of turban, you wrap it around your head and tie it. One of a Kind!
Some Native American men wear wrapped fabric pieces around their heads. Seminole men traditionally wear turbans made of fabric. This turban measures approximately 74 inches long and 5 inches wide in the center. We got this Turban Woven Yarn from a collection. You will see signs of wear. It is in good, usable condition. One of a Kind!
Glass Chevron Beads are elegant layered beads. They usually come in Red, White and Blue, but can also come in other colors. Crafters use them on necklaces, chokers, bags, etc. Living History re-enactors will find them perfect for period correct regalia. Jewelry makers love them!
Our current stock comes from India. They are shiny and short, not elongated. The beads vary in size and shape. The hole sizes vary from 2mm – 4mm. We sell them in 4 ounce bags or 1 Kilo bags (about 35 ounces).
5mm x 9mm (Est 150 per 4 ounces)
8mm x 10mm (Est 80 per 4 ounces)
10mm x 12mm (Est 55 per 4 ounces)
Historically, bead makers in Czechoslovakia first made Chevron Beads in the 16th -17th centuries. Traders carried these layered glass beads to North America and Africa. They are highly desirable due to the complexity of their manufacture. Foremen did not permit craftsmen to leave their factories in order to prevent them from sharing the technology. Our stock comes from India.
History of Trade Beads
From the 15th to the 20th century, traders carried European glass beads across the world. Native Americans highly desired glass beads as glass was then an unknown substance in North American. European glass beads, mostly from Venice, some from Holland and, later, from Poland and Czechoslovakia, became popular and sought after by Native Americans. Europeans realized early on that beads were important to Native Americans. Corporations such as the Hudson Bay Trading Company developed lucrative bead-trading markets with them. The Hudson Bay Trading Company was an organized group of explorers who ventured into the North American continent for trade expeditions during the 19th century.
Deertan Leather Moccasin Kit features Deertan cowhide, which is very durable but soft like Deerhide. The Deertan Leather Moccasin Kit includes cut and pre-punched leather pieces. So you can lace them together with the included lacing! They come with cushioned insoles that are already attached, too!
These moccasin kits come in sizes estimated for Women. The Extra Small size is about 8″ Long. Therefore, Children’s sizes should be the same. For Men’s sizes, select 1-2 sizes larger.
Extra Small (4-5)
Small (6-7)
Medium (8-9)
Large (10-11)
X Large (12-13)
If you would like a more authentic type of moccasin, try our own Plume Eastern Woodland Moccasin Kit. That kit includes Deerskin Leather and instructions to make a pair of moccasins that fit your measurements.
By Bobbie Kalman. Softcover. 32 pgs. Designed for younger readers, this wonderfully illustrated and well researched book describes the Northeastern Woodland groups who lived in longhouses and were farmers and hunters. Information on daily lives, the roles of men, women, children and elders.
You will find the Jefferson Shirt roomy and comfortable for period outfits or everyday wear. Thomas Jefferson is the namesake of this reproduction shirt. It comes with dropped shoulder seams, a band collar and wood buttons.
Our seamstress makes these with unbleached cotton muslin. Sizing listed is for men. Women should order one size smaller than usual. These shirts show minimal shrinkage when dried.
You will enjoy this roomy, comfortable Pioneer Shirt for period outfits or everyday wear. Made with unbleached muslin, it comes with a collar and dropped shoulders. Wood buttons at the neck go through looped buttonholes.
This sizing listed is for Men. Women may want to order one size smaller than usual. You will have minimal shrinkage when you wash and dry this shirt.
Use our Plains Indian Moccasin Pattern to construct your own leather moccasins! The Native Americans of the Plains wear a basic two piece moccasin similar to these.
Each tribe adds their own variations to the shape and style. They apply variations to the shape of the tongue, the sole, the fringe and the decorate elements. Native Americans commonly embellish their moccasins with Seed Beads, Porcupine Quills and/or Metal Cones.
This pattern includes instructions for working with leather and a glossary.
You will need Leather measuring 13″ x 24″ for the uppers, 2 pieces of Leather or Rawhide measuring 11.5″ x 5″ for the soles. The pattern accommodates Men’s sizes 7 – 12 and Women’s sizes 5 – 10.
Seminole dolls portray clothing and hairstyles worn by Seminole men and women. This antique Seminole woman doll from the 1930s-40s is made with traditional Seminole materials. The crafter made her body with palmetto fibers.
Her outfit consists of a Cape, Traditional Bonnet and Skirt. The crafter decorated the clothing with rickrack. This doll also wears a necklace and earrings of multi colored Seed Beads.
This Antique Seminole Doll stands 11″ tall. A previous owner had this doll but she remains in very good condition.
Seminole dolls portray clothing and hairstyles worn by Seminole men and women. This antique Seminole woman doll from the 1930s-40s is made with traditional Seminole materials. The crafter made her body with palmetto fibers.
Her outfit consists of a Cape, Traditional Bonnet and Skirt. The crafter decorated the clothing with rickrack. He or she added Sequins and Bead Brooches to her Bonnet.
This Antique Seminole Doll stands just over 12″ tall. A previous owner had this doll but she remains in very good condition.
This beautiful Vintage Seminole Woman Doll wears a classic outfit accented with rickrack trim. The crafter made her body with palmetto fibers. Her outfit consists of a Cape, Traditional Bonnet and Skirt. The crafter decorated the clothing with rickrack. This doll also wears a necklace and earrings of multi colored Seed Beads.
Seminole dolls portray clothing and hairstyles worn by Seminole men and women.
This Vintage Seminole Doll stands 7.5″ tall. We got this doll in a collection. She is in very good condition and ready to join your collection!
Seminole dolls portray clothing and hairstyles worn by Seminole men and women. This vintage Seminole woman doll wears a Purple Dress made with traditional Seminole materials. The crafter made her body with palmetto fibers. Her outfit consists of a Cape, Traditional Bonnet and Skirt. The crafter decorated the clothing with rickrack. He or she added ribbons and Bead jewelry.
The clothing of Seminole dolls is a significant feature, reflecting the traditional clothing worn by the Seminole people. The garments are made using a technique called patchwork, where small fabric strips of various colors and patterns are sewn together to create intricate designs. The patchwork designs often incorporate geometric patterns and vibrant colors, including shades of red, yellow, blue, and green. Crafters can add additional embellishments such as ribbons, beads, shells, or embroidery to the clothing, which enhances the overall beauty and cultural significance of the doll. These dolls are popular among collectors and tourists seeking authentic Native American crafts.
This Vintage Seminole Doll stands approx. 12″ tall. A previous owner had this doll but she remains in very good condition. One of a Kind!
Native American Ribbon Shirts are classic Powwow Regalia! This Classic Ribbon Shirt features black ribbon trim on the front and cuffs. Our seamstress used a cotton blend fabric. These shirts are pull over style. The cuffs have button closures.
Use the pull down menu to see available sizes.
Men’s size XX Large measures 33″ long with 23″ long sleeves that are 11″ wide.
Try these striking Black & Green Yellow Jacket Chevron Beads! They have Red and White layers inside with a Black & Green striped outside. Each strand comes with approximately 35 Beads. They vary in size from 10mm – 15mm long. They come from India.
Glass Chevron Beads are elegant layered beads. They usually come in Red, White and Blue, but can also come in other colors. Crafters use them on necklaces, chokers, bags, etc. Living History re-enactors will find them perfect for period correct regalia. Jewelry makers love them! Historically, bead makers in Czechoslovakia first made Chevron Beads in the 16th -17th centuries. Traders carried these layered glass beads to North America and Africa. They are highly desirable due to the complexity of their manufacture. Foremen did not permit craftsmen to leave their factories in order to prevent them from sharing the technology.
History of Trade Beads
From the 15th to the 20th century, traders carried European glass beads across the world. The beads were highly desired by Native Americans, as glass was then an unknown substance in North American. European glass beads, mostly from Venice, became popular and sought after by Native Americans. Europeans realized early on that beads were important to Native Americans and corporations such as the Hudson Bay Trading Company developed lucrative bead-trading markets with them. The Hudson Bay Trading Company was an organized group of explorers who operated during the 19th century. They ventured into the North American continent for trade expeditions.
This colorful Vintage Seminole Man Doll is an example of Florida Seminole doll craft. Seminole dolls portray clothing and hairstyles worn by Seminole men and women and their bodies are made with palmetto fibers.
The doll wears a traditional patchwork big shirt trimmed with rickrack and a neck kerchief. He stands approximately 10″ tall.
Seminole dolls portray clothing and hairstyles worn by Seminole men and women. This vintage Doll Seminole Man wears a traditional patchwork big shirt and a blue neck kerchief.. The crafter made his body with palmetto fibers. His outfit consists of a yellow shirt decorated with patchwork in a variety of colors. He wears a black hat with a metal band around it. A strand of Red, Blue and White Seed beads holds his blue fabric neck kerchief tightly around his neck.
The clothing of Seminole dolls is a significant feature, and reflects the traditional clothing worn by the Seminole people. Crafters make the garments with a technique called patchwork. They sew small fabric strips of various colors and patterns together to create intricate designs. The patchwork designs often incorporate geometric patterns and vibrant colors, including shades of red, yellow, blue, and green. Crafters may add additional embellishments such as ribbons, beads, shells, or embroidery to the clothing, which enhances the overall beauty and cultural significance of the doll. These dolls are popular among collectors and tourists seeking authentic Native American crafts.
This Vintage Doll Seminole Man stands approximately 10 tall. He stands on a slice of wood that is about 0.5 inches thick. He comes with a tag with the name of the crafter on it. We got this doll from a collection. You will see some stains and discoloration on his clothing. Structurally, he is in very good condition. One of a Kind!
This Trade Beads Mixed Chevrons Strand comes with several large Red, White and Blue Chevron Beads as shown. You also get a few large yellow padre beads and a few single striped, millefiori and other trade beads. They come strung on a cotton cord. One of a Kind!
Glass Chevron Beads are elegant layered beads. They usually come in Red, White and Blue, but can also come in other colors. Crafters use them on necklaces, chokers, bags, etc. Living History re-enactors will find them perfect for period correct regalia. Jewelry makers love them! Historically, bead makers in Czechoslovakia first made Chevron Beads in the 16th -17th centuries. Traders carried these layered glass beads to North America and Africa. They are highly desirable due to the complexity of their manufacture. Foremen did not permit craftsmen to leave their factories in order to prevent them from sharing the technology.
History of Trade Beads
From the 15th to the 20th century, traders carried European glass beads across the world. The beads were highly desired by Native Americans, as glass was then an unknown substance in North American. European glass beads, mostly from Venice, became popular and sought after by Native Americans. Europeans realized early on that beads were important to Native Americans and corporations such as the Hudson Bay Trading Company developed lucrative bead-trading markets with them. The Hudson Bay Trading Company was an organized group of explorers who operated during the 19th century. They ventured into the North American continent for trade expeditions.
Crafters use faceted Fire Polish Glass Beads to make jewelry and Native American Women’s Breastplates.
We sell Fire Polish Beads in standard colors and in Aurora Borealis (AB) finish. The Aurora Borealis finish has an opalescent metallic look that is stunning on Breastplates, Drops and more!
Crafters use faceted Fire Polish Glass Beads to make jewelry and Native American Women’s Breastplates.
Crafters often overlook Fire Polish Beads for many beautiful projects! Use Fire Polish Beads in place of Glass Crow beads for a contemporary look. Fire Polish Beads are a must have bead for Southern Plains Native American Regalia.
Pony Beads 5/0 are larger than Seed Beads, but smaller than Crow Beads. They get their name from the pony and mule trains that brought these beads to Western North America. Pony Beads were available to the Native Americans of the Plains before the introduction of Seed Beads.
The variety of beads introduced to North America is vast. Small glass beads are often known as Seed Beads. Italy was one of the most prolific manufacturers of these small glass beads. Most of these beads were made using the “drawn” method. A glass blower would blow a bubble in a molten blob of glass. Other workers, often young boys, would grasp the soft glass bubble and pull it into a long thin tube. The air bubble would create the hole going the length of the tube. Some references state that these tubes could be up to 150 feet long. Craftsmen broke the tube into small pieces after it cooled. Then they reheated the pieces and tumbled them to smooth the edges. They sorted the finished beads by size.
Pony Beads in size 5/0 are the larger of the Pony Beads. These Beads measure approx. 5 mm. You can use Single Ply Imitation Sinew or Beaded Thread with these. You will get approx. 300 beads per ounce.
You can purchase 5/0 Beads in one ounce or 1/2 kilo packages.
If you are looking for a smaller Pony Bead, click here for 8/0 Pony Beads. Don’t forget Needles!
Imported Beaded Rosettes are the economical alternative to add classic designs to your Native American clothing and accessories. You can use them on Dance Bustles, and other Native American Regalia like Aprons, Leather Pouches and Moccasins. We offer several styles and sizes of Imported Beaded Rosettes. Not all styles are available in all sizes.
Flag and Medicine Wheel designs are only available in 2″, 3″ and 4″ sizes.
Choose from 7 Styles!
0 Flag
1 Four Winds
2 Medicine Wheel
3 Sunburst
4 Feather
5 Diamond Hill
6 Starburst
7 Turtle
8 Thunderbird
The designs for these Rosettes will vary with the size.
The author recorded a wealth of information on the traditional lifeways of the Oglala Sioux. He obtained this information while he was an agency physician on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation. Walker served on the reservation between 1896 and 1914.
This collection of documents records individual variations of traditional wisdom from a whole generation of holy men.
By Michael Johnson. 48 pgs. Softcover. Men-at-Arms series.
Johnson has written an exceptionally well-illustrated overview on the history and culture of the tribes of the Northeastern Native American Confederacy. Tribes of the Iroquois Confederacy includes a discussion of the fur trade. You will also read about the roles Native Americans played in the American Revolution. Johnson also highlights the Native Americans’ transition to using European trade goods.
Black Elk’s Account of the Seven Rites of the Oglala Sioux. Ed. by Joseph Epes Brown.
This is a faithful transcription by Mr. Brown of the words of Black Elk, together with their history and significance. Black Elk was the last of the Sioux holy men to know his tribe’s religious rites. Mr. Brown lived with Black Elk on the reservation. The holy man, in order to preserve the Siouxan rites both for the whites and for his own people, told him all he knew of the rites. – Saturday Review
The Sacred Pipe will be read with interest and pleasure by all those interested in the religious doctrines and associated rites of preliterate North America. – Pacific Northwest Quarterly
The Creator decreed that a contest be held between all the two-legged and four-legged creatures. Who would win, thundering Buffalo or fleet-footed Man?
The winner was decided long ago, in Sioux and Cheyenne legend. Buffalo lost and agreed to give up eating men, and Man became the guardian of the natural world.
Wonderfully illustrated and well told story Legend of the White Buffalo Woman retells the Native American Legend of the first Peace Pipe. Goble includes an overview of The Buffalo Path and the origin of the red colored Pipestone. He also discusses the meanings of some Native American pipes and their decorative elements. At the end he mentions Pipestone Quarry in Minnesota.
Traditionally, the Native American man would use a Love Flute to woo the woman he loved, to speak to her of things that words alone could never express. In this lyrical tale, a young man too timid to profess his love receives such a flute from two mysterious Elk men.
Striking color illustrations and black & white sketches of a variety of flutes.
Songs & Dances of the Eastern Indians From Medicine Spring & Allegany features traditional songs that were recorded at non-ceremonial performances. These songs demonstrate similarities between Native Americans from two distinct regions.
Musical instruments include a crockery water drum, coconut-shell hand rattle, and terrapin-shell leg rattles worn by the women dancers.
Iroquois Social Dance Songs No. 3 is one of three collections of Iroquois Social Dance Songs. Each CD has a pamphlet with descriptions of each song. Original copyright 1969.
Our Beaded Snowman Ornament adds a seasonal touch to your holiday decor!
These adorable Snowmen come complete with a hat, scarf and carrot nose! Native people of Guatemala make each Beaded Snowman Ornaments by hand. Therefore, each one is unique!
An Eastern Woodlands Gustoweh (“Real Hat”) is a traditional Native American headdress. We make our Gustowehs by hand with Natural Turkey feathers and an ash frame lined with fabric. Our Gustoweh features a single Barred Wing Turkey Feather at the top, a horse hair drop and a braided ribbon with bells.
We create our Eastern Woodlands Gustoweh as a Men’s Large. You will agree that it is a must-have for your Eastern Woodlands regalia.
We hand make our Gustowehs when they are ordered so they may vary from the photo. Please allow at least two weeks for shipment.
All custom orders are subject to additional shipping charges.
Our woven Assumption Sashes come from Canada. They are available in traditional colors and patterns. They will make the perfect addition to your Native American or Re-enactor regalia.
French Canadian women originally wove this type of sash in L’Assomption Quebec in Canada. The original pattern reflects belts worn by Iroquois Indians. Native Americans of many tribes wear similar sashes today.
You can wrap these sashes around a couple of times, and tie them to the side. They measure 6″ wide and 6 feet long, plus fringe.
Choose red or blue.
Our woven Assumption Garters come from Canada. They are available in traditional colors and patterns. They will make the perfect addition to your Native American or Re-enactor regalia.
The Garters come in pairs. You wear them just below the knee to hold up your leggins. Each garter measures 2″ wide and 3 feet long, not including the fringe.
French Canadian women originally wove sashes of this type in L’Assomption Quebec in Canada. The original pattern reflects belts worn by Iroquois Indians. Native Americans of many tribes wear similar sashes today.
We offer custom made Leather Leggins in Fringed Plains Style and Eastern Woodlands Style.
The Fringed Plains Style Leggins are longer and curve up the sides and have lots of side fringe.
The Eastern Woodlands Style are shorter, coming up above the knee with side flaps that are suitable for your own painting or beadwork
NOTE: We custom make our leather leggings from garment quality Gold Deerskin Leather. Because leather leggins are custom made to your measurements they are non-returnable. Please call us if you have any questions 1-800-430-2855.
When you place your order, in the comments section please include the following measurements:
Eastern Woodlands Style are shorter, coming up above the knee with side flaps that are suitable for your own painting or beadwork. Traditionally, crafters made leggings from tanned animal hides. These provide durability, flexibility, and protection against the elements. Crafters may also embellish them with decorative elements like fringe, beads, quillwork, or painted designs. Native American leggings can serve both practical and cultural purposes. The way they are designed and decorated can have tribal or functional significance. Wearers can pair them with a fabric or wool Breechclout or a Leather Apron.
NOTE: Our Leather Leggings are custom made from garment quality Deerskin Leather. Because we custom make our Leather Leggins to your measurements they are non-returnable. Please call us if you have any questions 1-800-430-2855.
When you place your order please include the following measurements in the comments section:
Round Eastern Style Roaches are one type of traditional headwear for Native American Dance Regalia and Historical Re-enactments.
These classic Roaches are constructed on a hand braided round yarn base measuring about 2.5″ . Our craftsmen make the inner row of the roach with long natural colored porcupine hair averages 6″ . They use Deer Hair for the outer row. Deer hair averages 2.5″ long.
Round Eastern Style Roaches are available in 4 colors:
Red
White
Purple and White combined
Dark Red
These Roaches attach to your head with a small hair braid (or scalplock) pulled though the center hole and fastened with a roach pin.
Our historically accurate Natural ruffled long shirt is perfect for Living History re-enactors! It will also make a striking alternative to a Ribbon Shirt for your Traditional Native American Dance Regalia!
Our seamstress makes our shirts of cotton fabric that is ready-to-wear soft. Each shirt has one button at the neck and button sleeves.
The Large size measures 36″ long and 26″ wide across the body.
Available in Men’s Medium, Large, X Large and XX Large.
Our historically accurate ruffled long shirt is perfect for Living History re-enactors! It will also make a nice alternative to a Ribbon Shirt for your Traditional Native American Dance Regalia!
Our seamstress makes our shirts of cotton fabric that is ready-to-wear soft. Each shirt has one button at the neck and button sleeves.
The Large size measures 36″ long and 26″ wide across the body.
Available in Men’s Medium, Large, X Large and XX Large.
Our historically accurate Cranberry ruffled long shirt is perfect for Living History re-enactors! It will also make a striking alternative to a Ribbon Shirt for your Traditional Native American Dance Regalia! You will love the rich Cranberry Red color!
Our seamstress makes our shirts of cotton fabric that is ready-to-wear soft. Each shirt has one button at the neck and button sleeves.
Medium size 36″ long and 24″ wide across the chest.
Large size measures 36″ long and 26″ wide across the chest.
Xlarge size measures 40″ long and 29″ wide across the chest.
XXlarge size measures 42″ long and 32″ wide across the chest.
Note: chest measurement are with the shirt laying flat, measuring from armpit to armpit.
Available in Men’s Small, Medium, Large, X Large and XX Large.
We offer a Weskit based on our Plume Men’s Weskit Pattern. Our seamstress makes them with Medium weight wool, lines them with cotton and adds 10 Pewter Buttons.
Choose your size and Red or Navy fabric. Please allow 4 weeks for delivery. We often have some in stock ready to ship.
Use this Pattern to make Jingle Dresses in Women’s sizes Small – X Large. The basic pattern is a contemporary Jingle Dress style with ideas for variations in construction and trim.
Our Plume War Shirt Pattern offers options to make an ‘open style’ that includes the legs and tail of the animal hide. Alternatively, you will find instructions for a more tailored style as well.
Native American men wore Leather War Shirts both plain and decorated. They sometimes added honorary markings. They embellished these shirts with a variety of trims, including:
Paint
Feathers
Ermine Tails
Scalp Locks
Beadwork
Quillwork
Animal Dew Claws
Shells
Bells
Metal Cones
Coins
Wool Fabric
To make a Leather War Shirt, you will need at least 2 hides with 25″ x 54″ of usable area (for the Small and Medium). For the XX Large size you will need at least 2 hides with 32″ x 58″ of usable area. The pattern also lists options for using 3 hides. If you want fringe, you will need an additional piece of leather with 10″ x 40″ of usable area.
You will also find a glossary and a section of instructions for working with Leather.
Our Buffalo Bladder Pouch comes ready to use! Native American women of the Plains used Buffalo Bladders to hold a variety of things, including their porcupine quills.
Our Buffalo Bladder Pouches are made from natural Buffalo Bladders that have been flattened. Each Pouch has Leather ends and a Leather ‘pincushion’. The pincushion comes with porky quills already in place!
Each Pouch measures approx. 10″ long.
Buffalo Bladders are a natural product, so expect variations.
We offer handmade, imported Beadwork in patterns and color combinations to enhance your outfit. You will find them an inexpensive option to doing your own beadwork! The ends of beadwork come bound.
Available in 10″ strips that are 1.25″ wide in seven designs.
We have acquired a large selection of older stock of some of our Imported Loomwork styles. You will find sizes that you cannot get elsewhere. Try the 32″ long pieces for Leggin Strips.
Use the pull down menus to see available sizes and quantities. Hurry while they last!!
Hand Painted Golden Eagle Fluffs are beautiful imitations of the real thing! Use them for Women’s Hair Ornaments, Roach Pins, Headdresses and Bustles. Our painter lightly paints soft feathers to resemble Golden Eagle Fluffs. We sell these Fluffs by the dozen. Each feather measures approximately 6″ long.
Traditionally Native Americans have used feathers from a variety of birds. They use them to decorate their clothing, jewelry, accessories and as tools, like Smudge Feathers. While it is fine to own and use Turkey Feathers, it is unlawful to possess real Eagle, Hawk and Owl feathers. You can still get the look of a beautiful Eagle feathers for your projects with our hand-painted look-alikes.
Native Americans historically dried and inflated Buffalo Bladders for use as containers. Native Americans used them to hold water. They also turned Buffalo Bladders into bags. This photo shows an example of a Buffalo Bladder bag.
Our Buffalo Bladders are a natural product, so each one is unique. You will find them useful for displays and exhibits of items that were used by Native Americans of the Plains. You can also use Buffalo Bladders to make your own Porcupine Needle Pouch.
In Ojibwa: People of Forests and Prairies, Michael Johnson addresses one of the largest Native American groups in North America. Also known as Anishinabe (original men) and several other designations, the Ojibwa’s homeland is the northeastern and north central part of North America. Johnson’s profusely illustrated book covers the history and demography of this diverse group. As is Johnson’s style, he makes a point of filling his book with photographs and illustrations of regalia and craftwork.
Johnson provides brief biographical sketches of 41 historical and contemporary Native Americans of Ojibwa descent. The back of the book contains population lists and maps of reservations.
Anyone who appreciates Native American crafts and history will love this book!
This book is chock full of color and black & white photos.
Three Native American women wearing Turkey Feather capes stand in a winter landscape on this card by Echota Cherokee Indian Nation artist Anita Caldwell Jackson.
Another Wandering Bull Exclusive! Our new Double Curve Shirt comes with a collar and button front. You will appreciate the lightweight, breathable fabric.
The style of this shirt makes it perfect to wear on any occasion! Show your Native Pride with this Black shirt with the Double Curve design on the left side. Native Americans of Northeastern North America frequently used the Double Curve Motif design on clothing, bags, birchbark containers and other items.
We currently offer Men’s sizes Medium – XX Large. If you need a different size, contact us and we can order it for you!
Another Wandering Bull Exclusive! Our new Medicine Wheel Shirt comes with a collar and button front. You will appreciate the lightweight, breathable fabric.
The style of this shirt makes it perfect to wear on any occasion! Show your Native Pride with this Navy Blue shirt with the Medicine Wheel design on the left side. The Native American Medicine Wheel design consists of a circle divided into four colors: Red, Yellow, Black and White. The four colors represent the Four Directions. Our Medicine Wheel shirt features a Medicine Wheel with 2 Eagle Feathers tied to its center.
We currently offer Men’s sizes Medium – XX Large. If you need a different size, contact us and we can order it for you!
These Antique Green Vaseline Trade Beads comes in translucent Green. There are approximately 70 translucent Green Vaseline beads on each 30″ strand.
Traders call these Vaseline beads because their translucence resembles the look of the petroleum product. Craftsmen formed these Vaseline beads into large bi-conal shapes that are as eye catching as their color! Vaseline beads likely originated in Czechoslovakia.
History of Trade Beads
From the 15th to the 20th century, traders carried European glass beads across the world. The beads were highly desired by Native Americans, as glass was then an unknown substance in North American. European glass beads, mostly from Venice, became popular and sought after by Native Americans. Europeans realized early on that beads were important to Native Americans and corporations such as the Hudson Bay Trading Company developed lucrative bead-trading markets with them.
These Antique Lakota Style Moccasins will make a superb addition to your collection! Made around 1890, the crafter used Braintanned Deerskin Leather to make these men’s Moccasins with real sinew. He or she used White, White Center Red, Greasy Yellow, Cobalt Blue and Transparent Green Seed Beads to create the lazy stitch design. They are fully beaded including the cuffs and tongue flap. They have hard soles made from Bison rawhide. One Moccasin still has the antiqued Tin Cones attached to the tongue flap. Both retain parts of the ties. They measure 11.5″ long x 4″ wide. They stand 2.5″ tall.
These Moccasins have been worn by the original owner. You will see Bead loss , some of which is due to Bead breakage because the Beads are so old. They are in very good condition for their age.
These Women’s Kiowa Style Rawhide Soles Moccasins are made with commercial smoked deer skin leather. The crafter made them in the Southern Plains Style with latigo soles. He or she beaded a thin geometric design around the toe and outside of the boots with periwinkle, black, white, red, orange and yellow seed beads. The top of the boot is decorated with a geometric design as well as the flap. He or she then added 40 metal spots to the front of the flap and beaded the edge with metallic 9/0 cuts. You will see signs of wear on the leather but they are nicely constructed and in good shape.
These Moccasins measure about 9.75″ long x 3.5.″ at the widest point. They stand about 14″ tall where the leather flaps over at the top of the boot.
This lot of Antique Vaseline Trade Beads comes with 47 translucent Yellow and 2 translucent Green beads with a metal floral clasp.
Traders call these Vaseline beads because their translucence resembles the look of the petroleum product. Craftsmen formed these Vaseline beads into large bi-conal shapes that are as eye catching as their color! Vaseline beads likely originated in Czechoslovakia.
History of Trade Beads
From the 15th to the 20th century, traders carried European glass beads across the world. The beads were highly desired by Native Americans, as glass was then an unknown substance in North American. European glass beads, mostly from Venice, became popular and sought after by Native Americans. Europeans realized early on that beads were important to Native Americans and corporations such as the Hudson Bay Trading Company developed lucrative bead-trading markets with them.
With Value Guide. By Sibylle Jargstorf. 191 pgs. Softcover.
Glass historian Sibylle Jargstorf provides an overview of Glass Beads starting in Antiquity and continuing to contemporary Beads and Beadwork. She includes a chapter on the European Bead industry. Her discussion of Bead Use focuses on Europe and Africa, though many of the beads were also brought to the Americas where Native Americans used them for their own craftwork. Jargstorf provides a short Value Guide that includes a selection of the items she mentions in the book.
Nearly every glossy page features color or black & white photographs and drawings.
Antique Braintanned Leather Bag with Quillwork and Beadwork
This collectible Quilled Antique Bag is a fantastic find! The crafter used Braintanned Deerskin Leather to make the bag. He or she covered the bottom of the bag with Porcupine Quillwork in Red, Green and Orange quills. Then the crafter attached 11 strips covered with more quills in Red, Green, Blue and Yellow. The crafter attached these strips together at the bottom with a single Dark Blue Seed Bead between each one.
Along the sides of the bag, the crafter added Lazy Stitch beadwork in Turquoise, Dark Blue and White Center Red Seed Beads. More Dark Blue Seed Beads appear along one edge of the Quillwork. At the top of the bag, you will see edge beading in White Center Red and Turquoise Seed Beads along with the remains of mostly missing quillwork. At the very bottom you will see the remains of Braintanned Deerskin Leather Lacing fringe or drops.
Native Americans use Quillwork to adorn a wide range of items, including moccasins, leggings, and dresses, as well as personal accessories like bags, pouches, and jewelry. Historically, quillwork was primarily practiced by women, who gathered the quills and prepare them for use. They cleaned, softened, and dyed the quills using natural materials such as berries or roots. This Quilled Antique Bag itself measures 5″ x 2″. The quilled strips are 1.75″ long and the remaining fringe is about 3″ long. Overall the bag measures about 7″ long.
This Bag is very fragile due to its age. You will see some quills and beads are missing, as well as most of the bottom fringe. We are selling it in a Ryker mount to help protect it. One of a Kind!
This Doll Hopi Style Cloth will make a unique addition to your collection. The crafter made her body from off white cotton fabric. The doll wears a calico fabric underdress and a knee length wool manta overdress with yarn trim and a lace hem. A piece of ribbon serves as a belt for the manta. Over it all, she wears a fabric cape. The crafter made her boot style shoes from black and white felt. He or she embroidered her facial features and added traditional Hopi hair buns made from yarn to her head. She does not wear any jewelry.
Hopi women traditionally wear dresses known as “mantas” or “kilts.” They often make these garments with cotton or wool which is woven on a traditional loom. Hopi mantas can feature bold geometric patterns and designs. The stuffing inside this doll is dense so she is heavy for her size. She stands about 12″ tall. Her body is intact and in overall good condition. You will find her clothing in good condition as well. She does have minimal signs of wear. One of a Kind!
Traditional Willow Backrest Painted Red Stripes creates a comfortable place to relax when you are hanging out by your tipi or camping! Each Backrest comes with carved tripod poles. Thin willow branches make up the seat. The crafter painted some of the willow branches red and green. He added red Feather Fluffs to the top of one of them. Edge Beading at the bottom of the Leather loops end with red yarn drops. Six more Deerskin Leather Lacing with yarn ends hang from the front of the backrests. Each has a Deerskin Leather loop at the top. Hang the Backrest on the tripod poles with the Deerskin Leather loop at the top to sit on it. You can roll the Backrest up for storage.
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. This set of Backrest Painted Red Stripes measures 47″ long. The top measures 21″ across and the bottom measures 34″ across. The tripod poles are 60″ long. We are selling these as a set of two. One of a Kind!
Additional shipping will be required to ship this item. We will request additional shipping after purchase.
