Nylon NYMO Thread

Nylon NYMO Thread

Nylon NYMO  Thread 

NYMO thread is a nylon thread that is durable and easy to use.  The Wandering Bull – Native American Craft Supplies recommends NYMO thread for beadwork because it is more durable than cotton thread.  You may find it helpful to use Beeswax to wax the thread before you use it to prevent tangling.

We offer NYMO Thread in 4 weights.  OO and O are the finest weight threads, while D is heavier and F is the heaviest.

  • Use OO or O for delicate jewelry making with small beads (12/0 or 13/0).
  • For general beadwork, B is used with 12/0 or 13/0 beads,
  • Use D or F for 11/0 or 10/0 beads.

Bobbins come in Black and White in the following options:  $1.95 each or buy 10 or more for $1.75 per bobbin.

  • OO 140 yards
  • B  72 yards
  • D 64 yards
  • F 43 yards

Large Spools come in three sizes in White only.

  • Size O 400 yards (for small beads  -12/0 and 13/0)
  • Size B  350 yards (for 12/0 or 13/0 beads)
  • Size D 300 yards (for 10/0 and 11/0)

Cones come in three sizes in White only.

  • OO  2894 yards per Cone
  • B     2505 yards per Cone
  • D    1584 yards per Cone

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Loom Warp Thread

Loom Warp Thread

Loom Warp Thread

Loom Warp Thread is a heavy duty cotton thread.  We sell it in White and Black.

You will find this heavy duty cotton thread perfect for stringing up your Beadloom. Additionally, you can  use it to tie Porcupine Roaches.  You will find it the best choice for projects where you require a natural cotton thread.

Each spool comes with 50 yards of thread.

$2.00 each or Buy 6 or more of one color for $1.75 each.

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Threader – Needle

Threader - Needle

Needle Threader

We offer two sizes of Needle Threaders. Our standard threaders work for needles sized 10/0 and larger. They have a convenient thread cutter one one end. We sell these in packages of 2.  Color may vary.

You will find the extra fine gauge Threader ideal for threading OO thread on 13/0 needles. We sell these singly.

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Big Eye – Easy Thread Needle

Big Eye - Easy Thread Needle

Big Eye – Easy Thread Needle

You will find the Big Eye – Easy Thread Needle perfect for loomwork and bead stringing projects. The entire wire opens in the center to string your thread.  No more squinting to find a tiny needle eye!  You may need another needle or your fingernail to open the center.

The length makes it easier to work the needle through wide loomwork.

We offer 2 lengths:

  • 2 1/8″ long
  • 5″ long

Priced at $0.95 each. Buy 10 or more of one size for $0.79 each!

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How to Choose the Right Thread

Types of thread

Choosing the best thread for your next project

What is the difference between types of thread? How do you choose the right thread for your craft project? The color of thread you use can change the look of your beadwork. If you are using a lot of translucent beads you may want a white thread. If you want a dark background on your loom work, use black. In this article we will go over the threads we offer and their uses.

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Reproduction Bovis Seed Beads

Reproduction Bovis Seed Beads

Bovis Seed Beads Reproduction Colors

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.

You can also shop for Reproduction Pony Beads!  Don’t forget Needles!

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Greasy Yellow is SOLD OUT.

Master Beadwork Kit – Ojibwa Loom

Master Beadwork Kit

Ojibwa Loom Beadwork Kit

Our Master Beadwork Kit is a great way to practice loomwork. The Master Beadwork Kit contains our exclusive Ojibwa Loom, our updated American Indian Beadwork Designs booklet, a bobbin of weft thread, vial of  Beading Needles, loomwork instructions, 3 sheets of bead graph paper, 1 hank white 10/0 beads, 10 vials of assorted color 10/0 beads, Beeswax and 1 spool of warp thread.  The Ojibwa Loom has dowels that are 18″ long and can accommodate projects up to 40″ long. You can add longer dowels for larger projects!

We also offer a Deluxe Mighty Mini Beadwork Kit using our Mighty Mini Beadloom.  The Mighty Mini Beadloom is perfect for smaller projects like bracelets and straps.

Watch Chris Bullock’s video demonstrating how to use our Beadlooms!

Bone Beads Round

Bone beads Round

Bone Beads Round

Natural Bone Beads come in a creamy color.  Use them to make necklaces, chokers and other jewelry.

The hole in the Bone Beads is not as large as the hole in our Glass Crow Beads. The hole will easily accommodate thread or sinew, but it will not take most Deerskin or Suede Leather Lacing.  The 4 mm Beads have 1 mm holes, the others have 2 mm holes.

Sew them on clothing with heavy thread or sinew.

We sell these Beads in packages of approximately 100 beads. (6mm have approx 75 beads, 8 mm have approx. 55 beads) . Choose from 4 sizes.

  • 4 mm
  • 6 mm (75)
  • 8 mm – HE IS SUPPOSED TO SEND BALANCE FOR 100 COUNT
  • 10 mm

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Read More About Style of Beads in our article Beads Used by Native American Crafters

Earring Hoops – Dreamcatcher pair

Dreamcatcher Earring Hoops

Earring Hoops – Dreamcatcher pair

You will find Dreamcatcher Earrings easy to make when you use these silver plated Dreamcatcher Earring Hoops! Simply wrap your thread or sinew around the notches in the Hoop to create your design!

These Dreamcatcher Earring Hoops measure 1.5″ (40mm) in diameter. They come with indents to hold the thread or Imitation Sinew in place as you weave your web.  Add Seed Beads for color and Metal Feathers as drops.

We sell these Earring Hoops in pairs.

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Beading Kit

Beading Kit

Beading Kit for Bead Looms

Our Beading Kit is just what you need when you already have a loom! This kit includes our updated American Indian Beadwork Designs booklet, a bobbin of weft thread, vial of  Beading Needles, 1 hank white 10/0 beads, 10 vials of assorted color 10/0 beads, Beeswax and 1 spool of warp thread.  This kit provides you with supplies to start a new project or complete one you have already started.

You can also use these supplies to do other types of beadwork, like Peyote Stitch, Rosettes and more!

We also offer a Deluxe Mighty Mini Beadwork Kit using our Mighty Mini Beadloom.  The Mighty Mini Beadloom is perfect for smaller projects like bracelets and straps.

Click here to read more about Bead Looms and to see Chris Bullock’s video demonstrating how to use our Beadlooms!

Watch our how to make Beaded Rosettes Video!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u6DTvki18Ag&t=372s

Jumbo Perma-Lok Needle

Jumbo Perma-Lok Needle

Perma-Lok Leather Needle

Our Jumbo Perma-Lok Needle will help you use your Leather Lacing.  This threaded brass needle has no hooks to break.  After you have created holes in your Leather with an Awl, you are ready to use the Perma-Lok Needle.

Just twist your Leather Lacing into the threaded open end of the needle. The needle holds the Lacing so you can pull it through the holes in your leather. No worries about the lace coming out!

The Perma-Lok Needle measures 2.25″ long. It comes with a tapered end.

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Thimble – Brass

Brass Thimble

Thimble – Brass

Add some flair to your needlework with our Brass Thimble.  Pick one up with your Needles and Thread and your fingers will thank you!

Each Thimble measures 7/8″ tall. You will find it very lightweight.

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Beaded Child’s Robe Reproduction

Beaded Child's Robe Reproduction

Beaded Child’s Robe Reproduction

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″.

One of a Kind!

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Tapestry Needle

Tapestry Needle

Tapestry Needle for Dance Shawl Fringe

Blunt Tapestry Needles with a large eye are just what you need to attach Chainette Shawl Fringe to your Dance Shawl Blank!  Easily thread this #16 Tapestry Needle and draw the Fringe through the edges of your Shawl.  When you purchase Dance Shawl Blanks from The Wandering Bull, LLC, we will include a copy of our Dance Shawl Instructions.

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Need something right away?  Check out our Ready to Wear Dance Shawls!

Necklace Imitation Bear Claw

Necklace Imitation Bear Claw

Imitation Grizzly Claw Necklace

Wear this Necklace Imitation Bear Claw to your next event or add it to your collection!  Master Craftsman Andy Bullock made this reproduction Grizzly Claw Necklace with 3.5 inch long  maroon colored plastic Grizzly Claws.  He added a painted overlay to give them a unique look.  Andy threaded them with strips of Selvedge Edge red wool with reproduction Mustard Seed Bead edge beading.  Fancy painted round glass  beads appear between each claw.   Inside the wool, Blue Padre Beads appear between each claw.

At the top edges, Andy added drops made with Black Reproduction Wampum Beads, trade beads and Brass Hawk Bells strung on White Braintanned Deerskin Leather Lacing.  For the chain, he strung several spotted Trade Beads, Large White Center Red Beads, and Old Fashioned Brass Beads.  The top is smoke colored Deerskin Leather Lacing.

Grizzly Claw necklaces were emblems of bravery for Native Americans. A complete necklace could take years to assemble. Some tribes believed such ornaments were sacred and held special ceremonies to honor them.  This Necklace Imitation Bear Claw measures approximately 17 inches long overall.  You can adjust the fit with the Deerskin Leather Lacing.  One of a Kind!

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Gustoweh Headdress Kit

Gustoweh Headdress Kit

Kit to Make an Iroquois Style Headdress

Our updated Gustoweh Headdress Kit has everything you need to make an Iroquois Gustoweh (Real Hat). This is one of the most appropriate headdresses for Eastern Woodlands Indian Regalia.

Our Gustoweh Headdress Kit includes:

  • Natural Turkey Feathers
  • Wood splints for the frame
  • Fabric
  • Glover’s Needle
  • Black Warp Thread
  • 3 Wood Feather Sockets & Pin sets
  • Tape
  • Illustrated Directions.

You will also need Pliers, Scissors and Glue or a Hot Glue Gun.

Full color illustrations walk you through the construction of a basic Gustoweh Headdress. You choose which Feather placement from each of the five Iroquois Nations you prefer. Decorate your completed Gustoweh with a Gustoweh Band or Trade Brooches. You may also add Beadwork or a Wampum Bead Strip.

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Pattern – Plume Plains Moccasins

Pattern - Plume Plains Moccasins

Plains Style Moccasins Pattern

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.

Click here to shop for Deerskin Leather, Thread and Imitation SinewSeed Beads and Metal Cones!

Whimsy Bird 1913

Whimsy Bird 1913

Antique Beaded Whimsy Bird 1913

Add this Whimsy Bird 1913 to your collection!  The crafter made this beaded  Whimsy with tan fabric.  Then he or she decorated it with Clear and Transparent Green Seed Beads and dark Gray Basket Beads.  The crafter added a lattice ‘bib’ of White Seed Beads with a row of sequins to the front.  A Blue Seed Bead surrounded by White Seed Beads serve as eyes for the bird.  The bird holds two loops of Transparent Green Seed Beads in its mouth.  Underneath the tail, the crafter used Clear Seed Beads to write ‘1913’.

The crafter attached three twisted threads to the bird.  You can use those to hang it for display.  This Whimsy Bird 1913 measures approximately 6 inches long and stands about 4.5 inches tall.  You will see some bead loss, including most of the date 1913 and some soiling.   It is in good condition for its age.  One of a Kind!

It is a classic example of the Beaded Whimsy tourist souvenirs made by Native American crafters in the border regions between Canada and the United States.  Native American beaded whimsies refer to small decorative items or trinkets that  Native American artisans hand craft using intricate beadwork techniques. These ‘whimsical’ creations often come in practical shapes and styles like pincushions, match holders, picture frames, needle cases, bags and small decorative cushions.  One of a Kind!

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Moccasins – Antique Prairie Style

Antique Prairie Style Moccasins

Antique Prairie Style Moccasins

These Antique Prairie Style Moccasins feature colorful floral designs using unusual bead colors. Besides Cheyenne Pink and Arapaho Green, the artist used Turquoise, Clear Yellow and Clear Purple beads.  The artist created these moccasins from Braintanned Deerskin leather and sewed them together with real sinew.  They have soft soles. He or she did the beadwork with cotton thread.

We believe these moccasins come from around the turn of the 20th century. A previous owner wore them. You will see minimal bead loss and some water staining on the leather. They remain in very good condition for their age.

These moccasins measures 9″ long x 3.5″ wide.  They stand 3″ high to the top of the cuff.

One of a Kind!

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Caribou Hair Art

Caribou Hair Art

Tufted Caribou Hair Art in Frame

Find a place in your home for this unique artwork from Canada.  Manitoba crafter Jessie Wastasticoot created this Caribou Hair Art  using multi colored caribou hair tufts.  In addition to tufted hair art, Jessie has also created caribou hair sculptures.  The delicate three dimensional flower and leaf designs pop away from the black background.  Jessie chose white, yellow, blue and pink for the flowers and buds with a soft green for the leaves.  On the back you will find a card that discusses Canadian Native Caribou Hair Tuftings and Sculptures.   The card is signed Jessie Wastasticoot  July 1996 Churchill Manitoba.

This caribou art comes in a wood frame with a glass front.  The frame measures about 12 inches x 10 inches and 1.5 inches deep.  We got this artwork from a collection.  You will see scratches on the wood frame.  Some of the colors on the tufting have faded.  It is best to display this piece out of direct light.  One of a Kind!

Canadian Natives use caribou parts for food, tools, weapons and needles.  They used the sinew for thread and the hide and hair for warm clothing.

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Shell Buttons – Assorted

Shell Buttons Assorted

Shell Buttons – Assorted

Shell Buttons are made with natural shell and come in a package of assorted sizes and styles. Both 2 hole and 4 hole styles are included in the assortment. You may even get a bone button or two.

Sizes range from 3/8″ – 5/8″., but could be larger also. Colors are generally off-white but range from tan to white to light gray. Some have more pearlized shell shininess than others.

These are vintage buttons, some have threads in the holes.  Each package is one ounce and has approx. 30 buttons per package.

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Moccasins High Top Brain Tanned

Moccasins High Top Brain Tanned

Moccasins High Top Brain Tanned

These Adult High Top Brain Tanned Moccasins are made with brain tanned moose hide leather.  The crafter designed the vamp with black felt bordered by colorful threadwork. These moccasins are made with a center seam construction. A previous owner wore these Moccasins. You will see signs of wear but they are still usable.

These Moccasins measure about 10″ long x 4.″ at the widest point.  They stand about 13″ tall.

One of a Kind!

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North American Indian Beadwork Patterns

North American Indian Beadwork Patterns

North American Indian Beadwork Patterns

By Pamela Stanley-Millner.  64 pgs. Softcover.

This pattern book contains black & white charts for loom beading and applique beadwork. The patterns reflect designs found on actual items located in museums and collections. You can use these charts to create beadwork for Belts, Sashes, Necklaces and other accessories.

You will find designs from Native American groups like the Cheyenne, Sioux, Crow, Arapaho and more! The book also contains basic instructions for doing loom beading and applique.

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Read the Denver Art Museum leaflet on the Main Types of Sewn Beadwork!

ISBN 9780486288352

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Purse Beaded Pink Velveteen

Purse Beaded Pink Velveteen

Purse Beaded Pink Velveteen

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.

One of a Kind!

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Moccasins – Antique Spot Beaded – 30% Off!

Moccasins - Antique Spot Beaded

Moccasins – Antique Spot Beaded

These Antique Moccasins feature a spot beaded design.  We believe the come from around 1920. The crafter used Braintanned Deerhide and stitched them together with cotton thread. He or she used Periwinkle Blue, Orange and Clear Red Seed Beads for the design. Rawhide soles cover the bottom.

A previous owner wore these moccasins, but they remain in collectible condition. You can see minor bead loss. You will also notice a couple places where the sole has separated from the upper and one spot where someone repaired a hole in the leather.

The lacing around the opening remains, but it is unlaced on the side of one of the moccasins.  The top flaps remain attached to the moccasins.

These moccasins measure nearly 10″ long x 3.25″ wide. They stand 3″ high at the cuff.

Add these antique moccasins to your moccasin or beadwork collection!

One of a Kind!

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Deer Bone Needles

Deer Bone Needles

Deer Bone Needles

We have several packages of natural Deer Bone Needles available. Our crafter made them from Deer leg bones.  Each comes with a hole in the top for your Thread, Sinew or Lacing. You can use these natural Needles to sew Leather (punch holes with an Awl first) with Leather Lacing.  They will also be a nice addition to a display of historical tools for Living History Events and educational programs.

Historically, Native Americans used Bone Needles to sew Clothing, Nets, Mats and Baskets.  They have used the bones of several animals, including Deer, Buffalo and Elk to make Needles and other tools.

Many of these Needles measure about 3″ long. Some will be smaller. They are a natural product, so expect variations in size and color.

We sell these in packages of 3.  Limited Quantities!

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Read the Denver Art Museum Leaflet North American Plains Indians Hide Dressing and Bead Sewing Techniques.

 

Moccasins Infant Beaded Vamp

Moccasins Infant Beaded Vamp

Moccasins Infant Beaded Vamp

These contemporary vamp styled infant moccasins are made of brain tanned deer hide and are constructed with a center seam. The crafter  sewed them with thread and made a beautiful floral beaded design.  They were made in the 1980s and are still in good wearable condition. The bottoms have some darkening and one of the cuffs has a small hole.

They measure 5″ long and 2″ across.

One of a kind!

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Doily Beaded Lace – 30% Off!

Doily Beaded Lace

Handmade Beaded Lace Doily

This vintage round Doily Beaded Lace came as part of a collection. The beads include some beautiful vintage 10/0 seed beads. You will see a Pearlized Eggshell color, Rose, Bright Turquoise, Clear, Burgundy and White. The crafter added several small white and blue tassels around the end.

Crafters make beaded doilies with a variety of bead types, including glass beads, seed beads, or even gemstone beads, depending on the desired look and level of intricacy. The beads are meticulously sewn onto the fabric or lace using needle and thread, often following a predetermined pattern or design.  The patterns and designs of beaded doilies can vary greatly.  They can range from geometric shapes to elaborate floral motifs or abstract patterns. The choice of colors and bead sizes can also add depth and visual interest to the piece.  You can use this beaded doily as a decorative element in your home décor. It will add a touch of elegance and craftsmanship to a room and serve as a focal point or accent piece.

The Doily measures 20″ in diameter and may be from Europe.  It will make a fabulous addition to your Beadwork collection!  One of a Kind!

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Whimsy Beaded Matchbox 1902

Whimsey Iroquois Matchbox 1902

Whimsy Beaded Matchbox 1902

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.

One of a kind!

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Wampum Bead Bracelet Kit

Wampum Bead Bracelet Kit

Kit for Wampum Bead Bracelet

Our exclusive Wampum Bead Bracelet Kit includes all the materials you need to make a complete pair of bracelets. They will perfectly complement your Eastern Woodlands Regalia. This Kit includes pattern options for the bracelets, or you can design your own!

The Wampum Bead Bracelet Kit contains 2 oz. each of Matte Finish Wampum Beads in Cobalt Blue and White. You also get our own hand cut Deerskin Leather Wampum Warp Lace, a spool of Warp Thread, Needles, Glass Crow Beads and Illustrated Instructions. All you supply is a pair of scissors and a Bead Loom.

You will find more supplies at The Wandering Bull – Native American Trading Post to make more Wampum Bead jewelry. We offer our Mighty Mini Bead Loom, Wampum Warp Lace, and Beading Needles. You can buy Wampum Beads in Glass, Clay and Real Quahog Wampum.

Click here to read more about using Bead Looms and watch Chris Bullock’s video on beading with a Bead Loom.

Bead Kit, Beadwork Kit, Beading Kit

Imitation Sinew

Imitation Sinew

Imitation Sinew 

Imitation Sinew or Artificial Sinew is a nylon cord  that looks and splits almost like real Sinew. The fibers are waxy and uniform in width and color.  They are available in Single Ply and Multi Ply.  The Multi Ply can be used as is for a heavy duty thread, or it can be split into thinner pieces.  We recommend this product for heavy sewing and construction of craft projects. It is popular for making dream catchers (as the webbing).

Single Ply Imitation Sinew comes in Natural color only. It is a single strand. You get approximately 166 yards per ounce. Choose 1 oz or 4 oz spools.

Multi – Ply Sinew can be split into up to 4 individual strands. For extra strength, keep the plies together.

You can purchase Multi Ply Sinew in Natural, Black and White in 1 oz, 4 oz and 8 oz spools. Red, Yellow and Green Multi ply only comes in 8 oz spools. You will get approximately 40 yards of Sinew per ounce.

Prefer the real thing? Try our Natural Deer Sinew and Buffalo Sinew!

Read our article about Real vs Imitation Sinew

Watch our YouTube Video on Sinew for Crafting

Mighty Mini Bead Loom

Mighty Mini Ojibwa Loom - wooden

Ojibwa Wood Bead Loom – Mighty Mini

Customers love our Mighty Mini Bead Loom.  It features the same construction as our Ojibwa Bead Loom but smaller.  Sturdy hardwood construction makes it easy to use and sturdy enough to move around!

Our Mighty Mini Bead Loom accommodates beadwork projects up to 2″ x 24″.  The compact size makes it ideal for headbands and bracelets. You will find it easy to transport at only 12″ long.

Our mini Bead Loom comes with with loom beadwork instructions and graph paper.

We also sell this loom as part of our Mighty Mini Bead Loom Deluxe Kit, complete with beads, needles, thread and more!

How to use a Bead Loom –  Click Here!

Ojibwa Bead Loom

Ojibwa Beading Loom - wooden

Wood Frame Bead Loom

The Ojibwa Bead Loom is the most popular, rugged loom on the market. Real wood construction makes it sturdy and easy to use. We developed this loom based on traditional looms used by Native Americans.

This loom accommodates beadwork up to 5″ wide and 40″ long. It comes with 18″ long dowels.  You can move the beaded strip around the ends of the loom for longer pieces.  You can also add longer dowels for even larger projects.

This Bead Loom comes with directions on how to do loom beadwork, and graph paper too!

How to use our Ojibwa Bead Loom Click Here!

We also sell our Ojibwa Loom as part of our Master Beadwork Kit.  The kit includes Seed Beads, Thread, Needles and more!

Side Cutter Snips

Side Cutter Snips

Side Cutter Snips

When you need to cut wire or thread, try our handy Side Cutter Snips! You can also use these Snips as pliers or crimps for sturdier items.  Rubber grip handles make them easy to hold on to! Use them for Tiger Tail, Headpins, Eye Pins and thin or soft wire.  They will not work well with memory wire, flex wire or steel wire.

These Snips measure 4.25″ long with a 1/2″ blade.

If you are looking for regular pliers, try our Chain Nose Pliers!  You will find them to be the perfect tool for jewelry making!

Beeswax

Bees Wax Beeswax

Beeswax

Natural Beeswax is a handy sewing accessory! Rub it on your thread to prevent it from tangling while you sew.  It is invaluable when you are sewing leather and constructing moccasins. You will wonder how you got along without it!

We include a small piece in our Master Beadwork Kits, our Deluxe Mighty Mini Beadwork Kit and our Peyote Stitch Beadwork Kit. You will not need it when you are using Imitation Sinew, which is already waxed.

We sell this in 1 oz cakes for $2.50 each.  Buy 3 or more for $2.25 each.  Buy 16 or more for $2.00 each!

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We cannot ship Beeswax to France

Hemp Cord

Hemp Cord

Natural Hemp Cord 400 ft spool

100% Natural Hemp Cord for general use and twining Hemp bags. Ours measures 1 mm in diameter. You get 400 ft  of 20 lb. test cord per ball.

You will find this cord perfect for tying, lacing and twining. Historically accurate for Living History re-enactors, too!

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Glass Tile Beads – Small Pink 50% Off!

Glass Tile Beads

Glass Tile Beads

Compared to Czech Tile Beads, some India Tile Beads are less uniform in shape and color. They tend to have thicker sides and narrower holes.  Imitation Sinew will easily go through the holes.  They make nice additions to Bone Hairpipe Chokers and Necklaces.  You will find them a perfect economical Glass Bead for your projects.

Standard Beads measure approximately 6 mm long x 5mm wide with a 2mm hole.

We now offer 10 colors of Larger Tile Beads that measure between 8mm – 9mm long.  Their width is 6mm – 7mm. Hole diameters vary between 2mm – 3mm.

We offer these beads in 1 ounce bags with approx. 75-80 beads. You can also buy them in 1/2 kilo packages with over 1000 beads.

Pink & Light Purple are smaller India Tile Beads. They are just a smidgen shorter in length and width (5 mm rather than 6 mm) but the hole is much smaller. You will only get Thread or a single ply Imitation Sinew through it.

Read More About Style of Beads in our article Beads Used by Native American Crafters

Pony Beads 8/0

Pony Beads 8/0

Pony Beads 8/0

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!

Watch how to use 8/0 Pony Beads for edge beading!

Pony Beads 5/0

Pony Beads 5/0

5/0 Pony Beads 

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!

Read our article  Beads Used by Native American Crafters

Round Glass Beads

Round Glass Beads

8mm Colored Round Glass Beads

Bead makers have used metal “mandrels” to make Round Glass Beads for hundreds of years. They gathered melted glass on a narrow metal rod, then removed the bead when it cooled.

You will find our 8mm Round Glass Beads excellent for chokers and necklaces. The clear shades show their colors very well when light shines through them.

The holes are smaller than the holes in our Crow Beads. The smaller holes will accommodate single ply sinew, thinner threads and tiger tail.

We sell them in bags of 100.

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Wampum – Large Glass White

Wampum - Large Glass White

Wampum – Large Glass White

These Large Glass White Wampum beads come slightly faceted.   These Wampum Beads will add a little sparkle to your projects in a way that other glass wampum beads just can’t.

These White beads measure 1/4″ long and 3/16″ wide. The small holes will accommodate Thread and Imitation Sinew. Deerskin Leather Lacing will not fit through the holes.

Sold in 1 ounce packages. Approx. 85 beads per ounce.

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Peyote Stitch Beadwork Kit

Peyote Stitch Beadwork Kit

Kit to make a Peyote Stitch Keychain

The Peyote Stitch Beadwork Kit contains everything you need to start doing Peyote Stitch Beadwork in one kit! Whether you are new to Peyote Stitch, or you just need a refresher, our Kit is the perfect thing!

Our Kit has the materials to make a Peyote Stitched keychain. You will get the keychain components: a wooden dowel, eye screw and key ring. Additionally you will find 10 vials of 10/0 seed beads in assorted colors, a bobbin of NYMO thread, Beading Needles, Beeswax and illustrated instructions.

Peyote stitch can be used to bead around any circular item. Think Smudge Feathers, Earrings, Talking Sticks, even pens! Once you learn this technique, you will be ready to bead so many items!

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Fringed Medicine Pouch Kit

Fringed medicine pouch kit

Fringed Medicine Pouch Kit

You will find our Fringed Medicine Pouch Kit a fun and easy way to make your own leather neck pouch! The Kit includes leather, lacing, a needle, waxed thread, Plastic Hairpipe beads, Crow Beads and instructions. The pouch laces together with pre-punched holes.

The finished Leather Medicine Pouch measures 5″ x 2″.  You can adjust the 24″ lacing.  Leather colors will vary.

Add your own crystals, herbs and special momentos!

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