You may remember Perler beads from first or second grade; these small plastic beads are placed into a peg board and then ironed to produce a solid multicolored piece of plastic. Recently, Perler beads ...

Each color in Maasai beadwork has a specific meaning. Red symbolizes bravery and strength; blue represents energy; green signifies fertility; yellow stands for hospitality; and white denotes purity.

Can't tell the difference between Dakota and Ojibwe beadwork? "Worn Within" it. Minnesota is home to two major tribal nations - the Dakota and the Ojibwe. And their beadwork art are quite different.

Replayed from video: (29/6/2018) Eye bracelet with small crystal - Herringbone wire wrap bead 388 With this pattern you can ...

African Maasai beaded earrings are a colorful, intricate accessory that reflects the rich cultural heritage of the Maasai people ...

This page was researched and composed by Rachel Steinberg, '13, while she was an undergraduate volunteer in the Anthropology Department. The majority of the items in this collection are the artistic ...