Making Regalia – Constructing a Bustle
Making Regalia with Juaquin Lonelodge is back and this time he is tackling the bustle! Check out these two new episodes to help you with your regalia.
Episode 3 - Season 2
On this episode, Juaquin lays out the necessary elements for the construction of a small traditional bustle.
Making Regalia - Episode 3 of Season 2 from CATV47 on Vimeo.
Episode 4 - Season 2
Juaquin Lonelodge and special guest, Dwight Whitebuffalo discuss and assemble ...
Making Regalia: Dance Bells
Episode 2 of the second season of Making Regalia is out now! In this episode we have guest artist Redsky Whapeppah, demonstrating bell application for men's straight dance regalia as host Juaquin Lonelodge describes the history and significance of bells.
Making Regalia - Episode 2 of Season 2 from CATV47 on Vimeo.
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Living Traditionally: Chickasaw Bead Artist Courtney Parchcorn
In this video from Chickasaw.TV, Courtney Parchcorn explains how her artwork helps her get in touch with her history, and how that understanding of where she came from helps her to succeed in the modern world.
This piece is especially meaningful to Parchcorn, "For All the Grandfathers"— which features an eagle motif symbolizing her own grandfather.
Making Regalia – How to Construct Leather Belts – Craft Tutorial
Host Juaquin Lonelodge is back for Season 2 of Making Regalia. In the first episode he shows us how to construct leather belts, which he says an absolute regalia necessity.
Making Regalia - Season 2 - Episode 1 from CATV47 on Vimeo.
You can catch Making Regalia on the FNX Network or CATV47.com Check your local listings for times.
Tutorial: How to Bead a Tobacco Bag, Lakota Style!
Benjamin Sitting Bull created a couple of tutorial videos for folks wanting to learn some Lakota beadwork. Watch as he adds beads to a small tobacco bag using a lazy stitch.
Part 2 talks about finishing the edge
And here he is with the finished product!
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Get Crafty! Beadwork Tutorial for Moccasin Tops
This six-part tutorial was created by Anne of the Communities of the Voyageur Metis in Canada. She put this tutorial together in hopes that beginners would not be scared to try their hand at beading moccasin tops. These beautiful moccasin tops or "vamps" were created for the "Walking With Our Sisters" art installation which toured throughout Canada....
How to add sequins to a Pow Wow outfit
What you will need:patternspare fabric (non-stretchy)interfacing (only needed if fabric is thin)embroidery hoopsequinsseedbeads1 needlebeading threadfabric gluescissorsA note ...
Making Patterns in Peyote or Gourd Stich Beadwork
There were quite a few folks asking about how to put patterns together in gourd stitch so I thought I would see what I could do to help folks get started. This thread will discuss making design for 3 bead drop gourd stitch. I am going to 'attempt' to explain how I determine what kind of patterns I can put on a piece based on what the total number of beads that are pulled off when starting this type of ...
Chickasaw Nation Showcases Thriving Culture Online
The Chickasaw Nation of Oklahoma is proud of its heritage and hopes to increase awareness of their culture and legacy by producing high-quality videos for the public to view. Chickasaw.tv is where the Chickasaw Nation's past and present come together. Take a look below at some of the talented members of this nation.
Jeremy Wallace is a Chickasaw drummer, singer and stomp dancer. During his performances, Jeremy's connection to his ancestors and the Creator become palpable, as he honors his Chickasaw ...
How to Do Threadwork on Feathers
After many requests, I'm finally getting around to a tutorial on threadwork....flat style (not stacked).
Materials:
Something to wrap...feather quill, dowel rod, etc.
Thread...I love Sulky brand rayon sewing/embroidery machine thread
Scissors...small and SHARP!!!
Glue...whatever you like...I like Aleens Tacky Glue...dries clear and flexible...washes off fingers easily!
Ruler or measuring tape
Pencil or pen...I like Micron pens (indelible ink, super tiny point)
Prepping surfaces to wrap:
Bare quills: normally very slick...you might need to scratch the surface with very fine grit ...
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