How to add sequins to a Pow Wow outfit

How to add sequins to a Pow Wow outfit

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What you will need:patternspare fabric (non-stretchy)interfacing (only needed if fabric is thin)embroidery hoopsequinsseedbeads1 needlebeading threadfabric gluescissorsA note about your pattern: I like to draw a to-sc... Read more »
Making Patterns in Peyote or Gourd Stich Beadwork

Making Patterns in Peyote or Gourd Stich Beadwork

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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 s... Read more »
Chickasaw Nation Showcases Thriving Culture Online

Chickasaw Nation Showcases Thriving Culture Online

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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... Read more »
How to Do Threadwork on Feathers

How to Do Threadwork on Feathers

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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 sewin... Read more »
Making A Beading Loom: How To Make Your Own Bead Loom

Making A Beading Loom: How To Make Your Own Bead Loom

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I just made myself 4 looms over the weekend and had the foresight to take some pics. It's a very simple loom...no need to mess with screws,nails, etc Bead Loom Supply List Supply list: 1" x 4" board, wide Strappi... Read more »
How to Make a Jingle Dress

How to Make a Jingle Dress

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Juaquin Lonelodge continues his series of tutorials on CATV.  In these two episodes he shows how to make Jingle Dresses. View more of their videos on CATV47.com. Making Regalia - Episode 6 - Jingle Dress fro... Read more »
How to Create Bead Work Applique for Pow Wow Outfits

How to Create Bead Work Applique for Pow Wow Outfits

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Juaquin Lonelogde shows how to create applique designs for contemporary Pow Wow outfits.  The videos below include steps for laying out the design and beading the project as well as many tips and tricks from an expert... Read more »
How to Create Outfit Design Templates

How to Create Outfit Design Templates

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Juaquin Lonelodge shows you how to create templates for your designs.  These templates are then used to create your Pow Wow regalia.  Watch the videos below for the his Pow Wow outfit tips and tricks. Read more »
How to Make a Native American Hand Drum

How to Make a Native American Hand Drum

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Watch the video below to learn how to make a Native American Hand Drum. Video produced by Noc Bay. Learn to make more Native American Crafts in our Craft Tutorials. Copyright: 2005 by Loren Woerpel, N... Read more »
How To Make a Beaded Rosette Medallion – Craft Tutorials – Native American Pow Wows

How To Make a Beaded Rosette Medallion – Craft Tutorials – Native American Pow Wows

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This project will help you learn to do applique rosettes on a small project. Beaded medallion necklaces have been popular for both men and women dancers for many generations. These instructions suggest using the new b... Read more »
How to Make Ribbonwork – Straight Dance Ribbonwork Tutorial

How to Make Ribbonwork – Straight Dance Ribbonwork Tutorial

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The form of ribbonwork in this tutorial is an art used in Straight Dance and Southern Cloth outfits.  This style is done by several tribes including Osage and Ponca. This tutorial is for the cut and tuck metho... Read more »
How to Make a Traditional Dream Catcher | Dream Catcher Directions

How to Make a Traditional Dream Catcher | Dream Catcher Directions

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The Dream Catcher now comes in all sizes and a great variety of designs. Depending on the artist making them and how they were taught. These instructions are the most basic of design and materials. We leave it u... Read more »

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