porcupine – Hochohozho

The Art of Indigenous Fashion – Beading

Indigenous American cultures are richly diverse and cannot be confined to a single stereotype. This diversity is vividly expressed in their beading traditions, where each tribe contributes its own unique styles, techniques, and materials. Beading is not only an art form but also a vital element of cultural identity for many tribes. The choice of […]

The Art of Indigenous Fashion – Porcupine Quillwork

Leave a Comment / Culture, Fashion, Indigenous American, Native American / Alexis Besio

Long before trade beads became widely available, quillwork emerged as a significant decoration among Indigenous cultures. This time-honored craft predating European colonization of North America involves using porcupine quills to create elaborate designs on clothing and practical items. First noted in Alberta, Canada, in the 6th century through Cheyenne oral traditions, this art form spans

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