Beaded Possibles Bags and Mirror Pouches
UPDATED January 11, 2011



Here are some examples of possibles bags and mirror pouches. All beading is done with size 12 or smaller glass seed beads (resulting in over 100 beads per square inch). You can order any item we have shown here although it will not be identical as we try to create one of a kind items. It usually takes 30 days to six weeks to finish your piece, depending on the backlog on our work board. We will advise the time frame when you place your order. If you have a particular design or tribal colors in mind, please let us know your wishes. Please click on the pictures below to get a close-up of the beadwork.  

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The following are referred to as "possibles" bags. Native Americans did not have pockets as we know today so they used a variety of bags and pouches for different purposes. "Possibles" bags were used to carry any manner of things that didn't belong somewhere else (such as a strike-a-light, paint pouch, mirror pouch, knife sheath, etc.) These all measure approximately 4" x 5" (not including any fringe shown) and are made from braintanned, smoked deerhide. Each piece is unique and completely beaded and sewn by hand - these are the antiques of tomorrow and will last for generations. Click on the picture below to get a close-up.

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$175 plus $10 for shipping and insurance. Item B215 (Note this piece is made with size 14 beads).






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$175 plus $10 for shipping and insurance. Item B214 (Note this piece is made with size 14 beads).





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$160 plus $10 for shipping and insurance. Item B210




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$160 plus $10 for shipping and insurance. Item B212


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$160 plus $10 for shipping and insurance. Item B101


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Note the antique skunk beads on this piece. They are getting harder to find and more expensive! They cost us approximately $2 each. Therefore, you can order this bag as shown with the skunk beads for $175.00 (as long as they are available) or we can substitute red Crow beads. Just designate which one you want when you order $175 (w/skunk beads) or $160 (with Crow beads) - plus $10 for shipping and insurance. Item B102


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$160 plus $10 for shipping and insurance. Item B105



The following are a series of mirror pouches. (so called because a mirror was often tucked inside - a very valuable piece to Native Americans). When opened, they measure 7" overall in length with the pouch portion measuring 3" x 3". When the flap is closed, they measure 3-1/2" long by 3" wide. (Not including ties or dangle). Made from braintanned white (unsmoked) or smoked deerhide and beaded with size 12 or 14 beads (resulting in over 140 beads per square inch. Completely edge beaded and hand sewn. This are extremely well made pieces and will last for generations. Note that a mirror comes with the bag. The prices vary according to the amount of beadwork involved. If you have a favorite design, be sure to let us know.

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$100 plus $5 for shipping and insurance. Item MP115.



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$80 plus $5 for shipping and insurance. Note: white leather is not always available. Item MP116.



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$100 plus $5 for shipping and insurance. Item MP114.



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$100 plus $5 for shipping and insurance. Item MP113.

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$100 plus $5 for shipping and insurance. Item MP112.


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$100 plus $5 for shipping and insurance. Item MP111.


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$100 plus $5 for shipping and insurance. Item MP110.



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$80 plus $5 for shipping and insurance. Item MP524

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$80 plus $5 for shipping and insurance. Item MP107.

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$80 plus $5 for shipping and insurance. Item MP108.



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$80 plus $5 for shipping and insurance. Item MP925.


 

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Please e-mail us at neokistomi@comcast.net with any questions or comments you may have. We look forward to hearing from you. THANKS!



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