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 ...

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 ...

African beadwork is a traditional craft that has been passed down through generations. It is characterized by its vibrant ...

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.

Perler bead art is becoming a go-to for fans who want to turn their favorite characters and icons into handmade keepsakes. From Roblox avatars to anime heroes and pop culture favorites, makers are ...

Beading feels natural for Amelia Rivera. She sat down at a table in her apartment on Douglas Island in February, rhythmically threading two needles in and out of a piece she’s been working on recently ...

The *Bamileke* beadwork is an integral part of Cameroonian culture, famous for its vivid patterns and detailed designs ...

A new beadwork exhibit at the Ashukan cultural centre in Montreal's Old Port is lending a contemporary voice to the aboriginal story-telling method known as Wampum. Beadwork: Visions of ...