Native Dress

This book is in a class by itself. The author not only covers the rudiments of beadwork, but also reveals the techniques he has learned from his extensive experience as a bead worker. This volume covers beadwork found among the western Plains Indians, both past and present, and includes step-by-step color photographs and illustrations for each project.
Features dozens of full-color photos of first-rate Indian- and non-Indian- made beadwork from museums, private collections, and today’s marketplace. This book is an artful contribution to the craft of beadworking. Color photos, illustrations

Learn the fascinating history and origin of the warbonnet, the classic American Indian headdress, along with information on the evolution of the construction and decoration of this headdress. This detailed guide includes construction details for the novice and experienced craftsman alike with a list of necessary materials, tools and equipment needed.

Take a fascinating look at the clothing styles of 19th and early 20th century Native Americans and learn what influenced their dress; from cultural traditions, status, the environment as well as dreams and visions. Over 50 vintage photographs show the diversity of styles worn by Native People of various regions from formal ceremonial regalia to everyday combinations of Native and western pioneer garments.

This book is filled with photographs showing powwows and dance regalia from over the past one hundred years, accompanied by written histories and first-hand accounts Numerous pen-and-ink drawings illustrate man of the items worn with powwow outfits, accompanied by information on how they are made. of interest to dancers, craftworkers, historians, and anyone fascinated with the powwow circuit.

Drawing from the numerous samples found n the American Museum of Natural History, anthropologist Clark David Wissler examines styles of shirts and dresses worn by Blackfoot and other Native peoples of the plains Full-color images capture the many details of weaving and decoration on the costumes pictured. Historical reference material provides information about the making, use, and symbolism of these garments.

Cherokee ceremonial dances and regalia are described, explained, and illustrated in full-color in this beautiful how to book. Readers will learn the history of The Friendship Dance, The Common Dance, the Burial Dance, the Coat Dance, the Round Dance, the Green Corn Dance, the Corn Dance, the Eagle Dance, the Peace-Pipe Dance, the Pigeon Dance, and the Quail Dance among many others along with the type of regalia worn.

This catalog of Plains Indian material culture is a wonderful reference source for anyone in learning about the Plains Indian lifestyle. Richard green's enclosed exhibition traces the evolution of Plains Indian art and culture from early times to the present, and includes material from a wide range of tribal groups. This book includes over two hundred color photos of exhibit pieces and other items, along with many black and white photographs from the early 1900s.

Covering the Northern, Central and Southern Plains, as well as the Plateau, this comprehensive craft guide shows how to recreate both the cloth and hide dresses of the 19th century as well as the accessories worn with them. Using original texts and other period source material, the author discusses the historical background and tribal styles in vogue from the time of Lewis and Clark to the beginning of the reservation period.

Learn the origins and history of this dance and how it evolved into the style of today. Step-by-step instructions of the techniques and materials used to create the basic regalia and accessories are concise and easy to follow. The text is complemented by black and white photographs of early dancers and beautiful color photographs of modern dancers.