Abenaki Style Peaked Cap/Hood incorporating raised beadwork......seldom seen today, these beaded peaked caps or hoods were popular among the Wabanaki People in the 1800's. This peaked cap is my design. Dark purple wool lined with cotton fabric. 100% silk ribbon trim. Glass seed beads and abalone shell centers in every flower.
One of a kind!
Mi'kmaq Style Peaked Cap
Completed in 2014, this Mi'kmaq style peaked cap is made from wool, seed beads, bugle beads, antique steel cut beads and other antique beads, silk ribbon, vintage lace, cotton fabric.
My original "spiderweb" beadwork design is on the top portion of the peaked cap.
It includes 7 Spiders, each honoring the 7 directions.
The bottom red wool panel incorporates traditional Mi'kmaq double curve designs.
This work is not an historical reproduction,
but a mix of contemporary beadwork designs and traditional designs.
