Beaded Neck Pouches (sometimes called medicine pouches),
Needle Cases and Scissor Cases
UPDATED January 28, 2008
Here are some examples of neck pouches, scissor cases awl cases and needle cases. All beading is done with size 12 or 14 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 6 weeks to finish your piece, depending on the backlog on our work board. We will let you know 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. Everything you see is created by Kokitusi`aki (Diana Passmore) or Siksmissi (Kathy Anderson). NOTE: There are a lot of images on this page - give it a chance to load.
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NECK POUCHES
Following are examples of neck pouches, including two that are edged with porcupine quills. They are approximately 2"x2" with a strap long enough to be worn around the neck. All are made with braintanned deerhide and the flaps are beaded with size 12 beads (over 200 per square inch). Note that each one is edge beaded as well - deerhide ties to keep closed when not in use. These are just the right size for coins or something precious to the owner.
Each pouch sells for $50 plus $5 shipping.
From left to right, Item NP612, NP613
From left to right, Item QNP321, QNP320
From left to right, Item NP1101, NP1102, NP1103 and NP1104
From left to right, Item NP1106, NP1107 and NP1108
From left to right, Item NP1111 and NP1112
From left to right, Item NP1113, NP1114 and NP1115
From left to right, Item NP100, NP101, NP102 and NP103
From left to right, Item NP104, NP105 and NP106
From left to right, Item NP108 and NP 110
NEEDLE CASES
$75 plus $10 for shipping and insurance. Item NC-106
This is a beautiful and functional needlecase - 1-1/4" wide by 5" long (not including fringe). It is made with Crow old time colors and matches the awl case shown above along with a strike-a-lite and scissor case. Made from braintanned unsmoked deerhide. Completely hand sewn with imitation sinew. - This is an extremely well made and sturdy piece and will last for generations.
NEEDLE CASES
$75 plus $10 for shipping and insurance. Item NC-102
This is a beautiful and functional needlecase - 1-1/4" wide by 5" long (not including fringe). Made from braintanned unsmoked deerhide. Completely hand sewn with imitation sinew. - This is an extremely well made and sturdy piece and will last for generations.
$75 plus $10 for shipping and insurance. Item NC-101
This is a beautiful and functional needlecase - 1-1/4" wide by 5" long (not including fringe). Made from braintanned and smoked deerhide. Completely hand sewn with imitation sinew. - This is an extremely well made and sturdy pice and will last for generations.
$75 plus $10 for shipping and insurance. Item NC-105
This is a beautiful and functional needlecase - 1-1/4" wide by 5" long (not including fringe). Made from braintanned and smoked deerhide. Completely hand sewn with imitation sinew. - This is an extremely well made and sturdy pice and will last for generations.
SCISSOR CASES
Following are a variety of scissor cases (they will hold a small pair of embroidery or beading scissors). They measure approximately 3" wide at the widest point and 5" long (not including dangle or tie). The tie is long enough to wear around the neck. They are made from smoked braintanned deerhide with a rawhide liner. Really beautiful and functional pieces. Perfect gift for a beader or quilter. The variation in prices is due to the amount of beadwork involved.
$90 plus $10 for shipping and insurance. Item SC-13
$90 plus $10 for shipping and insurance. Item SC-10
$85 plus $10 for shipping and insurance. Item SC-11
$85 plus $10 for shipping and insurance. Item SC-12
$85 plus $10 for shipping and insurance. Item SC-7
$85 plus $10 for shipping and insurance. Item SC-8
$85 plus $10 for shipping and insurance. Item SC-9
$85 plus $10 for shipping and insurance. Item SC-6
$85 plus $10 for shipping and insurance. Item SC-5
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