Braided Beadwork Moosehide Bracelet

A hand-beaded bracelet on soft natural moosehide by Claudette Shecapio Blacksmith. A braid of orange, yellow and white seed beads runs the length of the band, framed by bright orange beaded edging and finished with adjustable hide ties for a comfortable, customizable fit.

The bracelet is moosehide on both sides, front and back, so the hide sits soft against the skin.

About moosehide

For the Cree of Eeyou Istchee, the moose is a harvested animal that feeds families, and its hide has been prepared by hand for generations. Scraping, stretching, softening and smoking a hide takes time, patience and skill, and that knowledge is passed down within families and communities. Using the hide, down to the small pieces saved for jewelry and beadwork, reflects the Cree value of respecting the animal by making use of every part of the harvest. Wearing moosehide carries that connection to the land and to the people who keep these skills alive.

Features

• Hand-beaded braid design in orange, yellow and white
• Soft, natural moosehide on both sides, front and back
• Seed bead beadwork with orange beaded edging
• Adjustable hide ties
• Individually handcrafted, one of a kind

Materials

• Moosehide (front and back)
• Seed beads

Dimensions

• Length: 6.25" (15.9 cm)
• Width: 1.25" (3.2 cm)
• Tie length: 4.5" (11.4 cm)
• Closure: Adjustable hide ties

Measurements are approximate due to the handmade nature of this piece.