Leather Shirt Construction – How a Crow-Style Deerhide Shirt Is Made: Construction, Patterning, and Fit

Leather Shirt Construction – How a Crow-Style Deerhide Shirt Is Made: Construction, Patterning, and Fit

Our friends at The Wandering Bull are back with another craft tutorial. Chris from The Wandering Bull walks through how a traditional-style Crow shirt is constructed and then shows, step by step, how you can make your own deerhide shirt using a regular long-sleeve shirt as the pattern. Save 15% off….

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Pow Wow Family in the Spotlight: Baby Opie and Family Featured on The Jennifer Hudson Show

Pow Wow Family in the Spotlight: Baby Opie and Family Featured on The Jennifer Hudson Show

Seeing Baby Opie and the family featured on The Jennifer Hudson Show was such a big moment. I love seeing pow wow culture get this kind of mainstream spotlight, especially in a way that feels joyful, respectful, and real. If you’ve watched Baby Opie online, you already know why so….

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Kali Reis Interview: Wampanoag Champion Boxer Talks Mercy, Acting, and Representation

Kali Reis Interview: Wampanoag Champion Boxer Talks Mercy, Acting, and Representation

I just got to interview Kali Reis for a quick interview in conjunction with the release of the new movie Mercy. If you don’t know Kali yet, she’s the real deal, a Wampanoag champion boxer who’s also building a name for herself on screen. We’ve actually featured her before, and….

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Mercy Review: A Smart Tech Thriller That Questions AI and Justice

Mercy Review: A Smart Tech Thriller That Questions AI and Justice

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No major spoilers here, I promise, so you’re safe to keep reading. I got to see an early screening of Mercy before it’s released, in preparation for  my interview with Kali Reis. What grabbed me right away was the storytelling style. A lot of the movie is told through files,….

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The Circle – January 2026 Giveaway

The Circle – January 2026 Giveaway

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We’re kicking off 2026 a little later than planned. A little travel, a little being sick, life happened. But we’re still kicking it off the right way with a giveaway 🎉 This month we’re celebrating something I’m really excited about… our new online community, The Circle. If you haven’t checked….

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PowWows.com Is Turning 30 And We’re Celebrating All Summer Long

PowWows.com Is Turning 30 And We’re Celebrating All Summer Long

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PowWows.com turns 30 this year! When I started this site, it was never meant to be what it is today. It began as a way for me to learn and play with HTML while I was in college. I never imagined anyone else would read it. It wasn’t a business….

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The Last Dance – History and Impact of Gathering of Nations Pow Wow

The Last Dance – History and Impact of Gathering of Nations Pow Wow

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If you’ve ever talked about pow wows with friends, there’s a good chance someone eventually says, “One day I want to go to Gathering of Nations.” The Gathering of Nations in Albuquerque has become one of those bucket-list events because it’s not just one pow wow weekend. It’s a full-on….

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Lumbee Tribe Secures Long-Awaited Federal Recognition

Lumbee Tribe Secures Long-Awaited Federal Recognition

The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina is one of the largest Native communities in the United States, with roughly 60,000 citizens centered in Robeson County and surrounding areas. The Lumbee have been recognized by the state of North Carolina since 1885, but for generations they have pushed for full federal….

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Black Friday Spin To Win

Black Friday Spin To Win

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Our Black Friday Spin to Win is live, and this one is loaded. We’ve got an Eighth Generation blanket worth over $250, bonus codes, stickers, and more waiting on the wheel. It’s all part of the Explore Native Challenge. The wheel is back, but only for a short time, so….

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Understanding Tribal Styles of Moccasins: A Look Inside the Wandering Bull Collection

Understanding Tribal Styles of Moccasins: A Look Inside the Wandering Bull Collection

In a recent video, Chris from The Wandering Bull shared a fascinating look at moccasins from across Indian Country. Surrounded by shelves of beautifully made footwear, he walked through the differences in construction, beadwork, regional styles, and historical techniques that make each pair unique. For anyone who wants to learn….

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Celebrating Indigenous Stories: Must-Read Books by Native Authors

Celebrating Indigenous Stories: Must-Read Books by Native Authors

As we honor Native American Heritage, there’s no better way to connect with culture and history than through stories told by Indigenous voices. From beautifully illustrated picture books to powerful young adult reads, these works capture the strength, spirit, and creativity of Native storytellers. Here are a few standout titles….

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🎃 Halloween Spin To Win

🎃 Halloween Spin To Win

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It’s time to bring back the wheel! That’s right — our Spin to Win game is back again-but only for a few days. Spin the wheel for your chance to win instant prizes like PowWows.com stickers, bonus codes, and extra entries in the Explore Native Challenge! Every spin is a….

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