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!
8/0 Beads 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. These beads were available to the Native Americans of the Plains before the introduction of Seed Beads.
Size 8/0 are the smaller of the two sizes of Pony Beads. They measure approx. 3 mm. You can use Single Ply Imitation Sinew or Beading Thread with these. There are approx. 1000 beads per ounce.
Purchase Pony Beads in ounce or 1/2 kilo packages.
Premium Colors: Rose Pink is $52.95 per 1/2 Kilo.
If you are looking for a larger Pony Bead, click here for 5/0 Pony Beads. Don’t forget Needles!
This Assorted Group Lot of Pony Beads is approximately 32 oz. The 5/0 pony beads are about 5mm in diameter and the 6/0 pony beads are about 4mm in diameter. Pony Beads 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. These beads were available to the Native Americans of the Plains before the introduction of Seed Beads. These lots consists of light blue, orange, green, and dark amber. Two lots available.
If you are looking for a smaller Pony Bead, click here for 8/0 Pony Beads. Don’t forget Needles!
These Reproduction Pony Beads have been made to match those old colors which are no longer available. The factory that manufactured these beads closed many years ago. Therefore, we have limited quantities of these beads available. Though not all colors are available in all sizes. These beads will appeal especially to crafters who are working on reproduction beadwork projects.
5/0 beads measure approx. 5 mm across with a 2 mm hole.
8/0 beads measure approx. 3 mm across with a 1 mm hole.
Our Pony Trader Blue is an Opaque bead, not Translucent as it was traditionally. So this may be significant for reproduction projects.
We sell our Reproduction Pony Beads in 1 ounce bags.
This Blanket Strip – Dark Red comes with gorgeous Pony Bead Rosettes. Master Craftsman Andy Bullock created this Blanket Strip with Dark Red wool. He beaded the strip and Rosettes on Braintanned Deerskin Leather. Twisted Braintanned Deerskin tassels hang from the center of each of the four Rosettes. White Center Red Crow Beads decorate each tassel.
Andy beaded this strip with 8/0 Pony Beads. For the rosettes he used Reproduction White Center Cranberry, Pony Trader Blue, Mustard, Cobalt Blue and White Pony beads. He composed the remainder of the strip with 7 rows of lazy stitch beaded with 8/0 Pony Beads in Pony Trader Blue, Cobalt Blue, and White.
The Native Americans of the Northern Plains created Beaded Blanket Strips in the mid 19th century. Blanket Strips originated as a means to cover the seam when two Braintanned Buffalo Hides were sewn together to create one large robe. Eventually, Native American crafters began to use wool Trade Blankets for robes. They added their beaded strips to them in a purely decorative manner.
The beaded portion of this Blanket Strip measures 56″ long. It includes a total of 4 rosettes, each measuring 7.5″ in diameter. The blanket itself measures approximately 65″ x 45″.
This charming Whimsy Beaded Canoe Shape will make a unique addition to your collection! The crafter made it with tan fabric in the shape of a canoe. He or she created a three dimensional botanical and geometric designs on both sides using Clear, Pony Trader Blue, White, Mustard, Transparent Red, Transparent Amber seed Beads and Pony Beads. A few Basket Beads remain on one side. Then the crafter outlined three sides of the canoe shape with Clear Pony Beads and beaded the words ‘Gay Head’ on each side. At one end, the crafter attached a strand of multi-colored Seed and Pony Beads. A tag attached to this strand says “Beadwork, old, by the Indians on Gay Head Martha’s Vineyard”. The crafter lined the inside with a different tan colored fabric.
One end of this canoe shape is open while the other remains stitched closed. You will see some discoloration on the fabric. There are several spots where beads and some sequins have fallen off. The canoe measures about 12 inches long x 3.25 inches at the widest points. The bead strand measures about 14 inches long. One of a Kind!
This antique Whimsy Beaded Canoe Shape resembles classic 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!
A crafter beaded this antique Whimsy Beaded Box around the turn of the 20th cent. He or she used transparent Pony Beads in Red, Green. Blue, Yellow and Clear to create lazy stitch edging. On each panel, the crafter made simple center designs with Clear Pony Beads and Gray Basket Beads. On the bottom you wil see several beaded loops made with Clear Pony Beads.
Each side of the box is covered with either Red or Gray fabric. The crafter lined the inside of the box with blue polished cotton. The Box is intact. You will see insect damage in spots on the fabric on the side panels and minor bead loss. This box measures approximately 2.5″ long x 1.75″ wide x 2.25″ tall not including the beaded loops.
It is a classic example of the Beaded Whimsy tourist souvenirs. Native American crafters in the border regions between Canada and the United States at the turn of the 20th century created many of these whimsies for the tourist trade.
A crafter beaded this Whimsy Beaded Box with transparent Pony Beads in Red, Green. Blue, Yellow, Purple and Clear to create lazy stitch edging. On each panel, the crafter made simple center designs with Clear Pony Beads and Gray Basket Beads. On the bottom you will see several beaded loops made with Clear Pony Beads.
Each side of the box is covered with either Red or Purple fabric. The crafter lined the inside of the box with pink and purple polished cotton. The Box is intact. You will see insect damage in spots on the fabric on the side panels and minor bead loss. This box measures approximately 2.5″ long x 1.75″ wide x 2.25″ tall not including the beaded loops.
It is a classic example of the Beaded Whimsy tourist souvenirs. Native American crafters in the border regions between Canada and the United States at the turn of the 20th century created many of these whimsies for the tourist trade.
A crafter beaded this Whimsy Beaded Box Red & Blue with transparent Pony Beads in Red, Green. Blue, Yellow, and Clear to create lazy stitch edging. On each panel, the crafter made simple center designs with Clear Pony Beads and Gray Basket Beads. On the bottom you will see several beaded loops made with Clear Pony Beads.
Each side of the Beaded Box is covered with either Red or Blue fabric. The crafter lined the inside of the box with pink polished cotton. The Box is intact. You will see insect damage in spots on the fabric on the side panels and minor bead loss. The box has a six inch hanging loop made of two strings of clear beads. This box measures approximately 3.5″ long x 2.5″ wide x 2.5″ tall not including the beaded loops.
It is a classic example of the Beaded Whimsy tourist souvenirs. Native American crafters in the border regions between Canada and the United States at the turn of the 20th century created many of these whimsies for the tourist trade.
Feast your eyes on this one of a kind Pipe Bag! Master Craftsman Andy Bullock created this Pipe Bag with Braintanned Deerskin Leather and Navy Blue Wool. Braintanned Deerskin Leather makes up the bottom half of this Pipe Bag. Andy used lazy stitch to add geometric designs in classic old color 8/0 Pony Beads: Pony Trader Blue, Clear Cobalt Blue, Greasy Yellow and White Center Red. He added two drops of Braintanned Deerskin Leather Lacing strung with aged Tin Cones. On the bottom he added a panel of Braintanned Deerskin Leather cut into 6″ long fringe.
Andy made the top half of the Pipe Bag with Navy Blue Wool. He continued the side beadwork on this section. At the top he created 1.5″ long fringe with the selvage edge with a striped design. Andy finished this Pipe Bag with a round of lazy stitch edge beading in Greasy Yellow and White Center Red 8/0 Pony Beads.
Overall this Pipe Bag measure 23″ long. The bag part measures approximately 17″ long x 5.5″ wide.
A crafter beaded this Blue Whimsy Beaded Box with transparent Pony Beads in Red, Yellow, and Clear to create lazy stitch edging. On each panel, the crafter made simple center designs with Clear Pony Beads and Gray Basket Beads. On the bottom you will see several beaded loops made with Clear Pony Beads as well as a hanging loop on the top.
Each side of the box is covered with either Blue or Purple fabric. The crafter lined the inside of the box with pink polished cotton. The Box is intact. You will see insect damage in spots on the fabric on the side panels and minor bead loss. This box measures approximately 3″ long x 2″ wide x 2.25″ tall not including the beaded loops.
It is a classic example of the Beaded Whimsy tourist souvenirs. Native American crafters in the border regions between Canada and the United States at the turn of the 20th century created many of these whimsies for the tourist trade.
This Whimsy Pillow Beaded Duck features designs in transparent Pony Beads. The crafter made this beaded pillow in an inverted spade shape. He or she used bright pink fabric and a dark red polished cotton material. Then he or she created the beaded botanical designs with a duck in the center. Clear, Transparent Green, Transparent Yellow, and Transparent Blue Pony Beads make up the main design. Gray Basket Beads accent the designs. The word ‘DUCK’ appears on the front in Transparent Blue Seed Beads. The scalloped edges feature edge beading and beaded loops of Clear Pony Beads accented with Pink lined Clear, Green lined Clear, Turquoise, Black and Red Basket Beads. The crafter backed the pillow with dark red colored polished cotton. The pillow measures approximately 7 inches x 7.5 inches. It is about 2 inches thick. You will see very little bead loss. The pink fabric on the front shows several holes. You will see discoloration and stains on the natural colored fabric. One of a Kind!
This Whimsy Pillow Beaded Duck 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!
This Whimsy Pillow Beaded Bird features designs in transparent Pony Beads. The crafter made this beaded pillow with purple velveteen and a natural colored cotton material. Then he or she created the beaded botanical and bird designs with Clear, Transparent Green, Transparent Yellow, Transparent Red, Transparent Pink and Transparent Blue Pony Beads. Gray, Green and Red 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 8.5 inches x 7 inches. It is about 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!
Gorgeous Bead Colors and Braintanned Deerskin Leather make this Apache Style Bag the perfect addition to your collection! The crafter created geometric designs and borders with Pony Trader Blue, Black, White, White Center Red and Transparent Amber, Blue, Red, Pale Green, Blue and Clear Seed Beads. He or she added 6″ of beaded Fringe in Royal Blue, White and Transparent Red Seed Beads. Three dimensional edge beading in Pony Trader Blue, White Center Red and White Seed Beads appears around the opening of the Bag. Deerskin Leather Lacing serves as a drawstring closure.
This Bag measures 10″ x 6″ not including the Fringe. It was made around 1950. You will see some Bead loss around the edges and the fringe. The main beaded design is intact. The leather is a bit brittle. It is in very good condition for its age. One of a Kind!
This 1902 Beaded Matchbox Whimsy was made using Amber, Blue and Clear Pony Beads. The crafter beaded a raised pictorial design and the year on the front. You will also see some gray and tan Basket Beads along with brass colored sequins in the design. The crafter added Beaded Looped Tassels made with pony and basket beads. The tassels have some bead loss. The whimsey has a threaded loop on the top to hang it up. The red fabric is faded on the front and has worn away only in a few small sections at the bottom where the cardboard backing shows through. The silk fabric on the back of the piece stained a dark brown color.
The 1902 Matchbox Whimsey measures about 6.25″ at the widest section and 8.25″ tall not including the 2″ tassels. Each pocket is 2″ x 1″ at the opening.
This is a classic example of Beaded Whimsy tourist souvenirs. Native American crafters in the border regions between Canada and the United States at the turn of the 20th century created many of these whimsies for the tourist trade.
A crafter beaded this antique scalloped edge Pillow Top Whimsy with Flags using clear and red, blue, green and yellow Pony Beads. You will also see some gray and white Basket Beads along with brass sequins on tan velveteen fabric. The crafter added Beaded Looped Tassels with Clear Pony Beads around each corner. Two flags and a raised pictorial floral design with a eagle adorn the front of this pillow top.
The Beadwork on this Pin Cushion is beautiful, but the piece has some bead loss on the floral design and on the tassels. The velveteen has some fading and shows some wear.
It is a classic example of the Beaded Whimsy tourist souvenirs. Native American crafters in the border regions between Canada and the United States at the turn of the 20th century created many of these whimsies for the tourist trade.
It measures about 9″ x 10″ not including the side tassels. The thickness is about .5″.
These Leggins Wool with Bead Strips come completely lined. The crafter made them with a very dark blue Wool Fabric. He lined them with a brown cotton fabric. Deerskin Leather ties measuring 0.5 inches wide hold the sides together. The crafter covered the edges and cuffs with brown bias tape. On top of this he added edge beading with White Pony Beads. On each leg, the crafter attached an imported beadwork strip measuring 25 inches long by 2.5 inches wide. At the top of each of them, he added a 2 inch beaded rosette with a transparent red Crow Bead in the center. Deerskin Leather Lacing hangs from the bottom of each Rosette. The crafter applied more Pony Bead edge beading around each beaded strip. Half inch wide Deerskin Leather Lacing strips serve as ties at the top.
The leggins measure 33 inches long overall. The width varies from 13 inches at the top to 12 inches wide at the bottom. A previous owner wore these leggins. They do not come with the apron shown in the photo. You will see signs of wear, small tears and small holes in the wool. They are in good, wearable condition. One of a Kind!
Three Row Bone Choker with 1.5″ Pink Conch Shell Concho
Wear this handmade Choker 3 Row with Conch Shell to your next powwow or every day! It stands out with a lovely 1.5 inch diameter Pink Conch Shell concho. Master Craftsman Andy Bullock created this choker with 1 inch Bone Hairpipe. He interspersed the hairpipe with dark Cobalt Blue and Pony Trader Blue round glass beads. He used Gold Suede Deerskin Leather for the ends and the spacers. He added Gold Suede Deerskin Leather Lacing for ties. The front drop features a 1.5 inch diameter Conch shell Button. 7 inch long drops of 1 inch long Bone Hairpipe, Cobalt Blue and Pony Trader Blue Glass beads and White Braintanned Deerskin Leather lacing hang from the center.
This Choker 3 Row with Conch Shell measures approximately 13.5 inches long. The drop hangs 7 inches below the Choker. You can adjust the fit with the Deerskin Leather Lacing ties. One of a Kind!
For the collector! The classic style beadwork on these Moccasins Antique Iroquois Style Brown makes them a collector’s delight. The artisan made these soft sole moccasins with tobacco colored Deerskin Leather with puckered toes. He or she added brown velveteen cuffs and vamps. The crafter beaded a classic floral design on the vamps with 8/0 Pony Beads in complementary colors. Transparent Red pairs with Cheyenne Pink, White pairs with Clear, Crow Pale Blue pairs with Pony Trader Blue, Dark Green pairs with Transparent Cheyenne Green and Greasy Yellow pairs with Transparent Amber. A few brass sequins accentuate the design. Two rows of White Seed Beads surround the floral design.
The velveteen cuffs feature zigzag designs in Transparent Amber. Two rows of White Seed Beads surround the zigzags. The crafter edged the cuffs with red fabric. He or she also lined the moccasins with cotton fabric.
These Moccasins Antique Iroquois Style Brown came from a collection. They show minimal signs of wear. You will see some of the beads have been lost from the vamps and the fabric is worn in places. The edges of the vamps look tattered. We are selling these as collectible only. One of a Kind!
These moccasins measure about 10.75 inches long x about 3.5 inches wide. They stand about 3 inches high at the cuff. One of a kind!
Add these vintage Moccasins Child Moosehide Pucker Toe to your collection or share them with a favorite child! The crafter made these Moccasins from Moosehide. Above the puckered toe, he or she added a Red Wool Vamp. A fur cuff appears round the Moccasin opening. Some of this fur has fallen out. The crafter lined the inside of the Moccasins with light blue flannel. On the Wool Vamp, the crafter created a design with Pony Trader Blue Pony Beads and White Seed Beads.
The Moccasins measure 6″ long x 2″ wide. We do not think these Moccasins have been worn. They could be worn as they are in very good condition for their age. Or make them a bright addition to your Moccasin collection!
This Floral Whimsy Matchstick Holder was made using Transparent Yellow, Red, Light Purple, Gray, and Clear Pony Beads. You will also find green and brown basket beads along with brass sequins in the design. The crafter beaded two flowers on the two front pockets. The top and bottom are beaded along with beading along the edges. The crafter added Beaded Looped Tassels made with pony and basket beads. The whimsey has a beaded loop on the top to hang it up. The gold polished cotton fabric is in good condition.
This Floral Matchstick Holder Whimsy measures about 5.5 inches at the widest section and 7 inches tall not including the 1″ tassels. Each pocket is 2″ x .75″ at the opening.
This is a classic example of Beaded Whimsy tourist souvenirs. Native American crafters in the border regions between Canada and the United States at the turn of the 20th century created many of these whimsies for the tourist trade.
This Antique Beaded Spade-shaped Pillow Whimsy features Clear, Transparent Yellow, Red and Blue Pony Beads on an amber colored velveteen front. You will also find Transparent Basket Beads in Gray, Teal Green, Red, Brown and White Lined Clear. The crafter created three dimensional floral designs and edge beaded the entire piece with Clear Pony Beads. He or she added several Beaded Loop Drops to the bottom. The back is a Teal Green polished cotton fabric.
This whimsy is a classic example of Beaded Whimsy tourist souvenirs. Native American crafters in the border regions between Canada and the United States at the turn of the 20th century created many of these whimsies for the tourist trade. This spade shaped Pillow will make an unusual addition to your antique or whimsy collection!
This Antique Pillow is missing several beads from the front and some of the beaded loops have come off. The pillow itself is in good condition with signs of wear. It measures about 11″ long x 11.5″ wide not including the beaded loops. The thickness is about 3″. Put your restoration skills to work to to recreate this beautiful design. One of a Kind!
This Black Wool Blanket features a 7.5″ Beaded Rosette. Master Craftsman Andy Bullock created this Beaded Blanket. He used Pony Beads in Pony Trader Blue, White Center Cranberry, Cobalt Blue, Mustard and White to create the Rosette. He attached it to Braintanned Deerskin Leather and added a twisted Braintanned Deerskin Leather drop in the center. He strung the drop with Blue, White and White Center Cranberry Crow Beads with two Antique Trade Beads at the bottom.
The Blanket measures 50″ x 61″. The Rosette is attached at the center and measures 7.5″ in diameter. The Drop measures 17″ long. Keep this Blanket as is, or add your own beadwork to make a Blanket Strip. One of a Kind!
This Whimsy Beaded Box Purple will make a fabulous display piece. The crafter used two shades of purple velveteen for the sides and a slate blue colored material for the top cover. He or she created the three dimensional beadwork using Clear, Transparent Green, Transparent Yellow, Transparent Red, and Transparent Blue Pony Beads. The crafter lined the inside with a deep teal green colored polished cotton alternating with natural colored cotton.
The beaded ‘chain’ features Clear Seed Beads interspersed with Amber Basket Beads. Beaded loops of Clear Pony Beads and Green Basket Beads hang from the bottom. The box measures approximately 4 inches x 3.5 inches. It stands about 3 inches tall. The beadwork is intact and the velveteen is bright and soft. The top fabric has one hole and you will see discoloration on the inside. One of a Kind!
It is a classic example of the Beaded Whimsy tourist souvenirs that Native American crafters in the border regions between Canada and the United States made for the tourist trade. Whimsies refer to small decorative items or trinkets that Native American artisans hand craft using intricate beadwork techniques. These ‘whimsical’ creations often come in practical shapes and styles like pincushions, match holders, picture frames, needle cases, bags and small decorative cushions. One of a Kind!
Add this classic Antique Iroquois Style Beaded Bag to your collection! The artist made this purse from dark brown velvet with red bias tape edging. He or she used White, Clear, Cheyenne Pink, White Center Red, Yellow, Pumpkin, Transparent Amber, Transparent Red, Turquoise, Green, Yellow, and Pony Trader Blue Seed Beads to create floral designs on both sides. A few of the original sequins are still attached. Then the crafter added White Pony Bead edge beading around the flaps.
Under the flap of one side of this Bag there is an additional small opening to put items in it. This Bag does not have a handle. The bias tape edging has deteriorated. Only the edge beading shows any apparent bead loss. This Bag measures 7″ long by 6.5″ at its widest point. One of a Kind!
Add this petite Bag Beaded Tuscarora Style to your Whimsy or Bag collection! The crafter used a deep Purple fabric edged with silk ribbon. He or she used Clear Pony Beads and Gray Basket Beads to create the three dimensional botanical designs on the front and back of the Bag. The the crafter outlined the design with White Seed Beads. Edge beading and dropped Loops of Clear Pony Beads finish the piece. The top flap opens and the crafter lined the inside with fabric.
This Beaded Bag measures 3.75″ x 4.25″ . You will see some of the Edge Beading and Beaded Loops have come off of the bag. It shows soiling due to its age. One of a Kind!
This 1906 Green Beaded Matchbox Whimsy was made using green and gray Pony Beads on cotton fabric. You will also see some gray and green Basket Beads along with brass colored sequins in the design. The crafter added Beaded Looped Tassels made with pony and basket beads and black silk fabric to the back.
The 1906 Matchbox Whimsey measures about 4.5″ at the widest section and 6″ tall not including the 1.5″ tassels. The pocket is 2.5″ x 1″ at the opening.
This is a classic example of Beaded Whimsy tourist souvenirs. Native American crafters in the border regions between Canada and the United States at the turn of the 20th century created many of these whimsies for the tourist trade.
This Red Blanket Strip is beaded on Selvedge Edge wool. Master Craftsman Andy Bullock beaded the strip and Rosettes on Braintanned Deerskin Leather. He used Pony Trader Blue, Mauve, White and Cobalt Blue Seed Beads to create the 7 row strip and the 4″ Rosettes. Braintanned Deerskin Lacing tassels hang from the center of each of the four Rosettes. Trade Beads, Pink Pony Beads, Blue Basket Beads, Brass Beads and small metal rings decorate each tassel.
The Native Americans of the Northern Plains started making Beaded Blanket Strips in the mid 19th century. Blanket Strips originated as a means to cover the seam when two halves of a Braintanned Buffalo Hide was sewn together to create one large robe. Eventually, Native American crafters began to use wool Trade Blankets for robes. They add their beaded strips to them in a purely decorative manner.
The beaded portion of this Blanket Strip measures 43.5″ long x 3.25″ wide . It includes a total of 4 rosettes, each measuring 4″ in diameter. The blanket itself measures approximately 60″ x 45″. One of a Kind!
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!
This hand beaded Bracelet features a simple striped design. Master Craftsman Andy Bullock used Brick Stitch to create this Bracelet with 8/0 Pony Beads. He chose Light Blue, Yellow, Dark Red and Black Pony Beads. He used White Deerskin Leather and a Blue Crow Bead for the ties. The beaded section of this Bracelet measures 4.5″ long x 0.5″ wide. You can adjust the fit with the White Deerskin Ties. One of a Kind!
This hand beaded Bracelet features a simple striped design. Master Craftsman Andy Bullock used Brick Stitch to create this Bracelet with 8/0 Pony Beads. He chose Dark Red, Yellow, White and Black Pony Beads. He used White Deerskin Leather and a Red Crow Bead for the ties. The beaded section of this Bracelet measures 4.25″ long x 0.5″ wide. You can adjust the fit with the White Deerskin Ties. One of a Kind!
Add this Classic Antique Iroquois Style Beaded Bag to your collection! The artist made this purse from black velvet with red bias tape edging. He or she used White, Clear, Cheyenne Pink, Transparent Red, Transparent Turquoise, and Pony Trader Blue Seed Beads to create floral designs on both sides. Then the crafter added White Pony Bead edge beading around the flaps. Only the edge beading shows any apparent bead loss and the bias tape edging has deteriorated in some places. This Bag does not have a handle.
This Classic Antique Beaded Iroquois Style Bag measures 7″ long by 7.5″ at its widest point. One of a Kind!
This Hat Antique Glengarry is ready to join your beadwork collection. The crafter decorated this Brown velveteen cap in classic Iroquois style floral designs. He or she used 8/0 Pony Beads in White, Clear, Pony Trader Blue, Light Blue, Greasy Yellow, Amber, Transparent Red, and Dark Pink to create the floral designs. The the crafter added sequins between the flowers. Lines of White, White Center Red, and Pumpkin Seed Beads outlines the edges of the three velveteen pieces and decorate most of the top. Red bias tape outlined the edges of this hat. The crafter lined the inside with brown fabric.
The Glengarry hat is a traditional Scottish cap that Scottish military regiments wore. The name comes from the Glengarry region in Scotland. Traders imported hats like these for exchange with Native Americans during the 19th century. Iroquois and Wabanaki crafters decorated them with Beadwork and Ribbons to make colorful accessories. This Antique Glengarry Cap measures about 10.5″ long and about 5″ wide at the top. You will see bead loss in the main designs and the Seed Bead lines. Most of the bias tape edging has deteriorated. We are selling it as a collectible. One of a Kind!
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!
These Round Blue Glass Beads are little larger than our 5/0 Pony Beads. You will also notice they have a band around them that gives them sort of a barrel shape. The holes measure about 1mm or even a little larger. Nice medium Blue color.
We are selling these in 3.5 ounce bags. Limited Quantities!
Add this fabulous Antique Apache Style Beaded Bag to your collection! Note the unusual top closure. A beaded cover slides down the Deerskin Leather Lacing handle to close the Bag. The crafter used Pony Trader Blue, Alabaster, Cobalt Blue and White Center Red 12/0 Seed Beads to create the geometric design. He also added edge beading in Pony Trader Blue and Alabaster to the sides of the bag and the bottom edge of the cover.
On the bottom you will see 0.5″ antique hand rolled Tin Cones hanging from Deerskin Leather Lacing fringe.
This Antique Beaded Bag is in remarkable condition for its age (late 1800s). Any bead loss looks like it is due to the old Beads breaking, rather than coming undone. Some of the longer fringe pieces have detached from the bag. This Bag is intact.
This Bag measures 4.5″ long (not including the fringe) x 3.5″ wide at the widest point.
These Reproduction Bovis Seed Beads have been made to match those old colors which are no longer available. The factory that manufactured these beads closed many years ago. Therefore, we have limited quantities of these beads available. Though not all colors are available in all sizes. These beads will appeal especially to crafters who are working on reproduction beadwork projects.
Our Pony Trader Blue is an Opaque bead, not Translucent as it was traditionally. So this may be significant for reproduction projects.
Choose the Bead size you want, and the available colors will show in the Reproduction Bead Color box.
We sell our Reproduction Seed Beads in 1 ounce bags. The Wandering Bull, LLC offers everything you need to start beading! You can buy Thread, Needles, Beeswax, Needle Threaders, Warp Thread, Beading Thread and Bead Looms. The Wandering Bull, LLC offers customers a selection of beading books, too.
A crafter beaded this Scalloped Edge Pin Cushion Whimsy using Clear and colored Pony Beads. You will also see some gray-looking Basket Beads. The crafter also added Beaded Looped Tassels with Clear Pony Beads on each corner of the Pin Cushion.
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 floral/botanical design. The crafter beaded the design on what may have been a tan or yellow velveteen fabric which has mostly worn away. Polished cotton in teal blue surrounded by red bias tape edging makes up the back. You will see holes in the back fabric and sawdust is coming out.
The Beadwork on this Pin Cushion is beautiful, but the piece has not aged well. In addition to the holes in the back fabric, the front shows significant tears. Much of the velveteen has worn away. Most of the beadwork seems to be intact, but you will see that some of the edge tassels have come loose. Some of the edge beads have fallen off as well. You will find several pins remain in this Whimsy, signs that a previous owner used it for a Pin Cushion.
It measures about 7″ x 8″ not including the side tassels. The thickness is about 3″.
This lot of vintage whimsies includes a canoe, blue strawberry and a small purse.
The canoe is made with red velvet and 10/0 seed beads around the border. The crafter used Yellow and Blue beads to spell out the word Canoe on the side of the piece and they used multi colored beads to make four loops on the bottom. Blue fabric lines the inside of the canoe and a red ribbon makes the hanging loop. The canoe measures 4.5″ long, 2″ tall and 1.5″ at the widest part of the boat.
The crafter made the strawberry with blue and green velvet, dark green 8/0 pony beads around the center and on the hanging loop. In addition, they added three hanging tassels with white and blue seed beads. The strawberry measures 3.5″ tall and 2″ in diameter at the widest part on the top.
The purse is older than the other two items. The crafter made it with yellow fabric on the outside and red the inside. The piece features an abstract floral design of blue, white, yellow green and clear 10/0 seed beads. The top opens and has a clasp to close it. The purse measures 3″ long and 2.25″ tall and 1″ wide.
This Lot of Whimsies remains in very good condition and will make an great addition to your collection!
These pink Earrings Conch Shell will delight someone who doesn’t have pierced ears. The crafter made them with one inch diameter Conch Shell discs. He attached a single White Pony Bead to the top of each. They hang from clip on style earring backs. One of a Kind!
Pink conch shells come from the queen conch (pronounced “konk”), a large marine mollusk with a scientific name Strombus gigas. Many people are attracted to their distinctive pink coloring. Crafters use queen conch shells in various decorative and ornamental applications. They are particularly popular as souvenirs and in traditional crafts. Due to overharvesting and habitat destruction, queen conch populations have declined in some areas. In response to these concerns, there are regulations and conservation efforts in place to protect these mollusks and their shells.
Carry small essentials with this eye catching Bag Double Curve Design! The crafter used Black Wool for the front of the bag and Red Wool on the back. He beaded a Double Curve design on the front with Turquoise, Yellow, Dark Red and Cobalt Blue Seed Beads. Rows of White Seed Beads appear around the edges of the bag. Then the crafter covered the edges of the bag with red bias tape and lined the inside with a red patterned red fabric. On each corner he added 1.25 inch Brass Cone and Light Blue Pony Bead drops. The crafter made the strap with 0.75 inch wide red fabric.
Native Americans of Northeastern North America frequently used the Double Curve Motif design on clothing, bags, birchbark containers and other items. The basic twin curves can be ‘filled in’ with a variety of design elements.
This Bag Double Curve Design measures 6.75 inches x 5.75 inches. The beaded design measures 4.5 inches x 3 inches. The strap measures approximately 30 inches long. We got this bag from a collection. It is in like new condition. One of a Kind!
You will find that Czech seed beads the finest, most uniform sized beads made. We sell them by the hank or an equivalent weight.
A hank is a series of strings of beads with a total length of 240 inches.
Size 10/0 is the largest seed bead, while 13/0 is the smallest size we stock. Premium Colors have a higher price.
Numbers of beads per hank. Counts will vary depending on the manufacture of the bead
10/0 3,100 beads
11/0 4,100 beads
12/0 4,600 beads
13/0 5,100 beads
Approximate numbers of beads per inch and per hank
Bead Size Beads per Square inches Number of Beads
****** linear inch per hank per hank
10/0 16 24 3900
11/0 19 21 4300
12/0 22 17 5000
13/0 24 16 5500
Please keep in mind that colors are difficult to show on computer screens! Always order enough of a color to complete a project because individual dye lots will vary.
Note: Some colors may not be available in all sizes.
This 14.5oz Lot of older stock of 11/0 Aqua Seed Beads is a great deal. Wonderful older color. Only two bags available . Add them to your next project!
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!
You will find our North Country Bandoleer Bags an essential accessory for any regalia. We make our own Eastern Woodlands style Bandoleer (or Hunting) bags at The Wandering Bull. Our seamstress uses lightweight wool fabric with coordinating trim. Choose the wool color you want and we will add the appropriate binding color.
Bandoleer (or Bandolier) Bags originated in the mid 1800s among the Native American Tribes of the Great Lakes and Plains regions. They often decorated these shoulder bags with extensive beadwork. These Bandolier Bags took on ceremonial significance, and sometimes had no storage pocket at all, just a decorated flap.
You will delight in this Braintanned Leather Knife Sheath! Master Craftsman Andy Bullock created this sheath from Braintanned Deerskin Leather. It features a loomwork panel with a geometric design that uses Greasy Yellow, Green, Clear Red and Clear Blue Seed Beads on the front. Andy edged the sheath with Maroon ribbon and White Seed Beads. Strands of White and Navy Blue Pony Beads serve as fringe. Red wool tufts finish this piece. You will love the superb craftsmanship evident in this piece.
The beaded knife sheath serves both functional and artistic purposes. Functionally, the sheath protects the knife blade from damage and provides a secure and convenient way to carry and store the knife. Artistically, the intricate beadwork showcases the skill and creativity of the maker and can reflect the cultural heritage of the crafter’s Native American community. Crafters typically create beaded knife sheaths using small beads, often made of glass, bone, or metal. They weave or sew these onto a base material, such as Deerskin leather or fabric. This Knife Sheath measures 9.5″ long x 3″ wide. One of a Kind!
The Reproduction Northern Plains Tab Belt Bag features Braintanned Deerskin Leather and Red Wool (with the Hudson Bay tag still attached). A Tab Bag includes a decorated flap that covers a smaller pouch. This one comes attached to a red wool sash so you can wear it around your waist.
Master Craftsman Andy Bullock used Lazy Stitch to do the beadwork on the flap. The reproduction Seed Bead colors include White Center Cranberry Red, Mustard, Cobalt Blue and Pony Trader Blue. He also beaded the sides of the hidden pouch. The Braintanned Deerskin Leather fringe surrounds three sides of the flap and measures 2.5″ long.
The Tab Flap measures approx. 7″ long x 3.5″ at the widest point. The hidden pouch measures 4″ wide x 3″ deep. The wool ties measure approx. 72″ long.
You will find that Czech seed beads the finest, most uniform sized beads made. In addition to hanks, most colors come in Half Kilo packages. A Half Kilo includes 17.5 ounces of beads. The smaller the bead, the more hanks come in the Half Kilo.
A hank is a series of strings of beads with a total length of 240 inches.
Size 10/0 is the largest seed bead, while 13/0 is the smallest size we stock. Premium Colors have a higher price.
Numbers of hanks per Half Kilo. Counts will vary depending on the manufacture of the bead
10/0 10 Hanks
11/0 13 Hanks
12/0 14 Hanks
13/0 18 Hanks
Please keep in mind that colors are difficult to show on computer screens! Always order enough of a color to complete a project because individual dye lots will vary.
Note: Some colors may not be available in all sizes.
We also sell Czech Seed Beads in smaller quantities. Shop for Seed Bead Hanks.
This beautifully done Beaded Bag Panel will make a lovely addition to your beadwork collection. The crafter created in the traditional Iroquois style starting with a base of Dark Brown Velveteen fabric. He or she created the floral design with classic colors of Turquoise, Pony Trader Blue, Pumpkin, Transparent Amber, Cheyenne Pink, Transparent Red, White, Clear, and Transparent Green. The designs are outlined in an opalescent Clear Seed Bead. The flap has two dimensional edge beading in White and Opalescent Clear Seed Beads. Dark Brown bias tape covers the top and bottom edges of the bag. The top panel lifts up but there is no opening for the bag.
This Panel measures 6.5″ x 5.75″. You will see bead loss on the edge beading and the outlines of the design. There is some staining on the unfinished back of the panel. One of a Kind!
Exquisite! This One of a Kind Beaded Child’s Robe will become a treasured heirloom! Master Craftsman Andy Bullock created this Reproduction Child’s Robe on White Braintanned Deerskin Leather. He used a whole Deerhide and kept its original shape.
Andy used Lazy Stitch to apply a variety of bead colors including Pony Trader Blue, Cheyenne Pink, Cobalt Blue, French Transparent Dark Pink, Greasy Yellow, Transparent Green and White Seed Beads. He added Deer Dew Claw Drops threaded with Braintanned Deerskin Leather. To these he added Blue Crow Beads and broken antique Feather Beads.
This Robe is unsmoked Braintanned Leather. You will have Rawhide if it becomes wet. The back shows discoloration because the leather is not smoked. But you will not see threads from the beadwork because Andy does such fabulous work.
This robe measures 42″ at the widest point and 44″ at the longest point. The beaded design measures 24″ x 19″.
Another fabulous creation by Master Craftsman Andy Bullock! Andy created this 7.5″ diameter Lazy Stitch Rosette and then turned it into a bag! He used soft Braintanned Leather Deerskin for the Rosette and the back of the bag. For the handle, he wrapped a piece of wool Broadcloth accentuated with White, Clear Blue, Mustard and Periwinkle Seed Beads.
These bead colors are a feast for the eyes! For the main part of the Rosette, Andy used Mustard, Green, Clear Red, Periwinkle, Clear Blue and White Seed Beads. Then Andy continued with Clear Blue, Clear Red and Periwinkle Seed Beads around the edge of the Bag. The top of the Bag features a little beaded peak.
Additional features include Antique Trade Beads, Greasy Yellow Pony Beads and Hawk bells strung on Braintanned Deerskin Leather fringe that attaches the handle to the bag.
The Bag measures approximately 7.75″ in diameter. The handle adds 4″ to the overall length.
Add this Loomwork Beaded Headband to your collection or try it on for size! You could also wear it as a hat band. The crafter designed the 20 row Loomwork band to say IROQUOIS in white letters on a black background. He or she added white crosses on either side. The edges feature beaded loops made with 4mm iridescent Tube Beads and Yellow Pony Beads. The crafter attached this to a black felt lining with with black leather strips on the ends. Pieces of oil tanned Leather Lacing serve as ties.
This Headband measures 20″ long x 1.5″ wide, not including the beaded loops or the Leather Lacing ties. The ties measure 9″ long. and the loops add another inch to the width. You will notice a couple of the beaded loops have come off the the top. These could be replaced or you can wear the headband as is.
Carry your treasures in this small Beaded Pink Velveteen Purse! The crafter made it with an unusual ‘wrinkled’ pink velveteen with a floral sateen lining. He or she beaded floral designs on the front flap and the back with Seed Beads in White, Clear, Trans Red, Cheyenne Pink, Trans Teal, Pumpkin, Trans Amber, Pony Trader Blue, and Turquoise. Around the edges, the crafter added Clear Seed Bead loops. The purse closes with a metal hook & thread loop.
This purse measures 5.25″ x 3.25″ when closed. You will see some staining on the inside and a couple of the bead loops have come unfastened. Otherwise there doesn’t seem to be any bead loss.
