Beading for Beginners

The Institute for American Indian Studies 38 Curtis Road, Washington, CT, United States

Mixing modern materials with traditional designs, children will craft their very own Native American inspired arm band or forest friend pendant. Many tribes across the country use varying geometric deigns and colors to impart meaning in patterns, such as the four directions or the elements. Using Perler beads, children will have a chance to design their own story and wear it home! Best for ages 5-10.
Fee: $25; $15 IAIS Members.

$25

Beading for Beginners

The Institute for American Indian Studies 38 Curtis Road, Washington, CT, United States

Mixing modern materials with traditional designs, children will craft their very own Native American inspired arm band or forest friend pendant. Many tribes across the country use varying geometric deigns and colors to impart meaning in patterns, such as the four directions or the elements. Using Perler beads, children will have a chance to design their own story and wear it home! Best for ages 5-10.
Fee: $25; $15 IAIS Members.

$25

Beading for Beginners

The Institute for American Indian Studies 38 Curtis Road, Washington, CT, United States

Mixing modern materials with traditional designs, children will craft their very own Native American inspired arm band or forest friend pendant. Many tribes across the country use varying geometric deigns and colors to impart meaning in patterns, such as the four directions or the elements. Using Perler beads, children will have a chance to design their own story and wear it home! Best for ages 5-10.
Fee: $25; $15 IAIS Members.

$25

Puckertoe Moccasin Workshop

The Institute for American Indian Studies 38 Curtis Road, Washington, CT, United States

Traditional Native American clothing varied widely from tribe to tribe, but one nearly universal element was the moccasin. The word moccasin comes from the Algonquian word meaning shoe or footwear. This sturdy slipper-shaped type of shoe was sewn from tanned animal hides. Join Darlene Kascak, Schaghticoke, for a fun and informative workshop making your very […]

Puckertoe Moccasin Workshop

The Institute for American Indian Studies 38 Curtis Road, Washington, CT, United States

Traditional Native American clothing varied widely from tribe to tribe, but one nearly universal element was the moccasin. The word moccasin comes from the Algonquian word meaning shoe or footwear. This sturdy slipper-shaped type of shoe was sewn from tanned animal hides. Join Darlene Kascak, Schaghticoke, for a fun and informative workshop making your very […]

Puckertoe Moccasin Workshop

The Institute for American Indian Studies 38 Curtis Road, Washington, CT, United States

Traditional Native American clothing varied widely from tribe to tribe, but one nearly universal element was the moccasin. The word moccasin comes from the Algonquian word meaning shoe or footwear. This sturdy slipper-shaped type of shoe was sewn from tanned animal hides. Join Darlene Kascak, Schaghticoke, for a fun and informative workshop making your very […]

Leather Stamping Workshop

The Institute for American Indian Studies 38 Curtis Road, Washington, CT, United States

Learn how to stamp leather as you decorate your very own leather bookmark or wristband. Native Americans have crafted leather items for thousands of years, developing many different ways to embellish their clothing and accessories. Whether you want to make something for yourself, or give it as a gift, it will be an experience to […]

Leather Stamping Workshop

The Institute for American Indian Studies 38 Curtis Road, Washington, CT, United States

Learn how to stamp leather as you decorate your very own leather bookmark or wristband. Native Americans have crafted leather items for thousands of years, developing many different ways to embellish their clothing and accessories. Whether you want to make something for yourself, or give it as a gift, it will be an experience to […]

Leather Stamping Workshop

The Institute for American Indian Studies 38 Curtis Road, Washington, CT, United States

Learn how to stamp leather as you decorate your very own leather bookmark or wristband. Native Americans have crafted leather items for thousands of years, developing many different ways to embellish their clothing and accessories. Whether you want to make something for yourself, or give it as a gift, it will be an experience to […]

Craft a Native American Buzzer Toy

The Institute for American Indian Studies 38 Curtis Road, Washington, CT, United States

The buzzer is a Native American game played across the United States in various forms. Crafted from twine, sinew, leather or other string and a flat piece of wood, antler, bone, pottery, button or gourd, when this item is spun it sounds like the sighing wind. Ages: 8 and up $12 per participant Call or […]