Native American Indian Designs

The following designs were recreated from images in "American Indian Beadwork" by W. Ben Hunt and J. F. "Buck" Burshears. See below for purchase information.

This is just a small example of the true artistry in the beadwork done by Native American Indians. Notice the use of symmetry and repeated geometric shapes. These designs work equally well as chokers, belts, bracelets, or arm bands. They are also good examples of what can be accomplished using the JagWear Designer PaintApplet (free of charge).

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American Indian Beadwork By W. Ben Hunt and J. F. "Buck" Burshears. 65 pages, softbound (8" x 11"). A marvelous work, chock full of information, illustrations, and pictures. A book I refer to often. click on bookcover for more info...