I can still remember the bead-embroidered purse I had as a little girl. It was the size of a wallet, had dark blue and red flowers, and I carried it everywhere. I loved it mostly because it had ...

In indigenous communities across North America, beadwork artists often gather at community centers to work on their latest pieces. These beading circles, as they’re called, are more than just a social ...

In the Fall 2024 semester, I hosted a bead embroidery workshop for my peers in the MPS Art Therapy program. Beading is one of the oldest forms of human art making and is practiced in communities all ...

The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. Krista Lee, a Métis ...

Faraj Beading said it ensures every garment “is a masterpiece of detail and quality.” Courtesy image. Founded by a passion for craftsmanship, Faraj Inc. began in the historic heart of Damascus, Syria, ...

1:48 Resurgence of Mi’kmaw beading bringing many closer to culture The stunning artistry of beading has been around for centuries in Mi’kma’ki, and for many, it’s more than just creating jewels.

A 17-year-old high school student from Natoaganeg First Nation is trying to combine business and tradition in an effort to keep the art of beading alive. Shalyn Ward is using the information she ...