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Craft Kits
Breastplate Kits
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Old-Time Short Hairpipe Breastplate Kit #101
This style breastplate was very popular on both the Northern and Southern Plains from the mid 1800s to the early 1900s. Easy to assemble and very handsome!
Select Kit Option: 101
64 genuine bone 2" hairpipe
18 leather 18" thongs
5 strap leather pieces
32 glass fire polish beads
illustrated instructions $35
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Moccasin Kits
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Plains Hard-Sole Moccasin Kit**
First quality materials for authentic plains moccasins of the 1800s to today. Base Kit includes: 2 thick white latigo soles 2 soft pieces of moccasin cowhide (or choose gold buckskin, white buckskin or smoked German Tanned buckskin) for uppers, tongues, welt & laces 1 yard simulated sinew & Glover's needle illustrated instructions
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Buckskin High-Top Moccasin Kit**
Native American footwear that you can make with High Top Moccasin Kits, was worn primarily by Southern Plains tribes. These legging style moccasins date from a very early period and are still in use today.
Base Kit includes:
2 thick white latigo soles
gold buckskin (or select white buckskin or Smoked German Tan buckskin) for uppers, tops, welts, fringe & laces
simulated sinew
glovers needle
illustrated instructions
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Northern Plains Soft Sole Moccasin Kit**
This one-piece style moccasin was popular on the Plains in the pre-1850s.
Base Kit includes:
2 soft pieces of thick moccasin cowhide(or choose gold buckskin, gold elk & German Tanned Buckskin)
cowhide for laces & tongues (or choose gold buckskin, smoked German Tanned Buckskin or gold elk)
needle & simulated sinew
illustrated instructions
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Baby Moccasin Kit **
"Baby Moccaassins" can be readily made for infants and toddlers using our new kit. Using the 2-piece construction of a Plains moccasin, we provide soft buckskin for soles and uppers, simulated sinew and complete instructions. This Native American moccasin kit fits little feet up to 5" long. $18.99 kit
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Cherokee/Southeastern Moccasin Kit**
Moccasins of the Cherokee and others of the 5 Civilized Tribes were remarkably similar, changing little from first European contact to the 1900s. This kit includes buckskin and highly illustrated instructions, loaded with information for making the 1-piece soft sole moccasins of the different tribes. They are quite easy and suprisingly fast to make. Sizes: Men's 4 thru 12; Women's: 5 thru 10. $63.99/kit
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Eastern Woodlands Soft Sole Moccasin Kit**
This is the typical, front-seam moccasin often adopted by the Eastern frontiersman from tribes such as the Shawnee, Sac and Fox, Iowa, Otoe, Delaware, etc.
Base Kit includes:
thick moccasin cowhide (or choose gold buckskin or Smoked German Tanned buckskin)
needle
simulated sinew
illustrated instructions
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Craft Kits
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Premium Powder Horn Kit*
PRODUCT DETAILS
Our premium quality powder horn kit contains components selected to produce a first class powder horn suitable for a conventional style powder horn with a typical rounded base plug. It contains one of our select, polished cow horns along with all the components needed to complete the horn, as listed below.
As this is an advanced kit, you will need the following tools: vise, drill, coping saw, rasps and files, sandpaper or emery paper, small hammer, wood stain and varnish if desired.
Premium Powder Horn Kit Includes:
select quality polished steer horn, 10”-14” long
pine block for inner base plug
hardwood block for outer base plug
leather shoulder strap
turned stopper and end finial
wooden peg material
illustrated instructions $23.99 each
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Arrow Kit
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Bag Kits
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Tobacco Wallet Kit *
tobacco wallet kit is the perfect way to carry your "Kinni Kinnick" at Rendezvous or anytime! Made from supple top grain cowhide in shades of brown, it features a 7" x 8" pocket that holds tobacco and it's complete with a strap & loop that hold it neatly folded and securely closed.
Also, available as ready made Tobacco Wallet. $12.95 each
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Deluxe
“Tobacco Bag” Kit * 
This Deluxe "Tobacco Bag" Kit will make a very handsome bag for storing not only tobacco, but also such things as cedar and personal items like pins, medals and fire steels. The Deluxe "Tobacco Bag" Kit provides materials that will produce a very functional bag when completed.
Gold Buckskin Deluxe "Tobacco Bag" Kit
Select Kit Option: 010
gold buckskin
simulated sinew
glovers needle
complete instructions
White Buckskin Deluxe "Tobacco Bag" Kit
Select Kit Option: 011
white buckskin
simulated sinew
glovers needle
complete instructions
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Large Pipebag Kit*
Large Pipebag Kit, of genuine gold or white buckskin, makes a 5 x 17 bag that is a good home for proper care as well as protection that a catlinite pipe needs. Our illustrated Large Pipebag Kit instructions include information on different tribal styles of bags, as well as lazy stitch beadwork instructions, so you can make an authentic buckskin bag.
Gold Large Buckskin Pipebag Kit
Select Kit Option: 010
gold buckskin
simulated sinew
glovers needle
complete instructions
White Large Buckskin Pipebag Kit
Select Kit Option: 011
white buckskin
simulated sinew
glovers needle
complete instructions
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Gage D’Mor Bag Kit
This Gage D'Mor Bag Kit produces a classic, heart-shaped buckskin pouch that was a favorite with Rocky Mountain Trappers and documented in the original period paintings of Alfred Jacob Miller. Featuring loops for a clay pipe and a buckskin thong neck strap, it also includes a smaller bag for tobacco that fits inside. The kit contains all the materials needed to make a fine bag, including buckskin, tin cones, crow beads, canvas lining material, illustrated instructions and 11/0 seed beads for additional decoration. Size is approximately 4-1/2" x 5".
Available in kit and ready made.
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Deluxe Shooter's
Bag Kit* 
The supple, oil-tanned cowhide in this kit is pre-cut and ready to sew into a large, 8" x 9" traditional bag. The flap can be cut to the authentic style of your choice, based on 4 included patterns. Fully illustrated, easy-to-follow instructions guide you through making a deluxe bag with a comfortable strap, adjustable with a hand-forged iron buckle, wide gusset for extra space, an inside accessory pocket, and several options for attaching a patch knife sheath to your bag.
Kit Includes:
Fully illustrated, easy to understand instructions guide you through making a deluxe shooter's bag
Comfortable, adjustable strap
Wide gusset for extra space
An inside accessory pocket
Several options for attaching the patch knife sheath to your bag $31.99 each
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Eastern Rifleman's
Bag Kit* 
Eastern Rifleman's Bag Kit makes a striking bag to add that fine finishing touch to an Eastern Longhunter's or Roger's Rangers outfit. Completed Eastern Rifleman's is 10" x 10".
Eastern Rifleman's Bag Kit includes:
3-band broadcloth
linen-look cloth
felt edging
tin cones
fluff
glass trade beads
simulated sinew
glovers needle
10/0 seed beads
illustrated instructions $32.99 each
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Beavertail Hunter’s
Bag Kit - 7-1/2" * 
Make your own compact bag, that at 7” x 7” is perfect for a one or two day hunt. This kit features high quality, pre-cut oil-tanned leather pieces with options for 4 traditional flap designs, an inside pocket for accouterments, and a 1-1/2" wide adjustable shoulder strap with a hand-forged iron buckle! Simulated sinew, a glover's needle and easy-to-follow, illustrated instructions complete the kit.
Kit Includes:
High quality, pre-cut oil-tanned leather pieces
Round or Beavertail front option
Inside pocket for accessories
1-1/2" wide, adjustable shoulder strap
Simulated sinew
Glovers needle
Nickel Buckle
Easy-to-follow, fully illustrated instructions $27.99 each
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Strike-A-Lite Bag Kit*
This really makes an attractive beaded bag when completed. Made from genuine buckskin. Authentically styled and ideal for your flint and steel. Makes a 3 1/2-4" x 5" bag. Available in kit or ready made.
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Linen-Look Rifleman's Frock Kit*
KIT TO MAKE LINEN-LOOK FROCK. The fringed coat worn during the Revolution and exploration of the Eastern Frontier. Loose fitting, made of linen-look cloth as shown in Sketchbook '76, with pre-pulled fringe. $45.99 each
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Rifleman's Hunting Frock Kit - Genuine Linen Cloth*
Kit: Patterned after the drawings shown in Sketchbook '76 and The Frontier Rifleman, we now offer our longhunter frocks in fustian cloth.
A nice weight, natural colored fabric that is suitable for dyeing if so desired.
Loose-fitting and with plenty of length. this makes a perfect outer garment for re-enactors of the mid 18th century all the way through the Fur Trade. $110.99 each - KIT YOU MAKE
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Buckskin Apron Kit*
Easy to make, this Buckskin Apron Kit includes:
◾ buckskin
◾ glovers needle
◾ simulated sinew
◾ 2 beaded medallions for decoration
◾ illustrated instructions
Available in white or gold buckskin.
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Concho Belt Kit*
Ordering Instructions: Choose brass or German silver; choose the 10 or 14 concho option for 36" or 48" waist size.
Concho Belt Kit includes:
* 3" wide strap leather
* 1-1/2" buckle
* Buckle straps
* Leather lace for attaching conchos
* 2-1/2" Conchos in brass or German silver
* Fully illustrated instructions.
Use the drop box to choose style and size.
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Knife & Knife Sheath Kits
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Knife Kits
Click on the knife kit to see our complete selection of Green River Knife Sheath Kits. These kits are located on the Knife Making Kits & Supplies page, but can be accessed from this link.
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Eastern Neck Knife Sheath Kit
 Neck sheaths were the earliest type of Eastern Indian knife sheath, found around the Northeast Woodlands, Great Lakes and Canadian border. Old sizes ranged from small neck knife sheaths to larger daggers. Kit includes our top quality German tan buckskin, rawhide, horsehair, tin cones and fully illustrated instructions. Also gives options for the various shapes found on historic examples. $19.95 kit
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Crow Knife Sheath Kit
Crow Knife Sheath Kit includes:
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Belt Sheath Kit
Select from 2 sizes to complete sheath with belt loop. Our kit includes a high quality, top grain leather pre-cut sheath, welt for stitch protection, loop for up to a 3" belt and simulated sinew. Simple, fully-illustrated instructions Sizes indicate finished dimensions. Small (2" W x 7" L), Medium (3 1/2" W x 9 1/2" L)
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Parfleche Knife Sheath Kit
Indians and frontiersmen alike often made sheaths from parfleche, the specially prepared rawhide perfected by Indians.
Basic Parfleche Knife Sheath Kit Includes:
• heavily illustrated instructions and designs
• pre-cut sheath blank
• red and blue wool binding
• leather lace
• old-style low dome brass tacks
• old-style brass beads
• lacing needle
• powdered hide glue
Deluxe Parfleche Knife Sheath Kit Includes:
Deluxe Kit contains all of the above, PLUS Earth Pigment Kit (red, blue, yellow, & black powder paints, powdered hide glue, wooden "paint brushes"
Basic Kit w/No Paint $14.50
Deluxe Kit with Earth Pigments $27.25
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Belt Axe Sheath Kit with Shoulder Strap & Buckle
Patterned after a sheath illustrated in "Sketchbook 76", ours is constructed of top grain leather with an adjustable shoulder strap and decorative button closure for the flap. This handy sheath fits the following axes: Kentucky Belt Axe as well as other small, poll-type axes.
Available ready made or as a kit with pre-cut parts and fully illustrated instructions. $19.95 kit
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Half-Legging Kit (Botas)
Botas Kit Includes:
• tough durable double sueded leather
• lacing
• red wool for binding
• needle
• simulated sinew
• well-illustrated instructions provide options for the all-leather version or the leather style pictured which has an optional canvas backing and fastens with buttons (not supplied)
$42.50 kit
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Fancy Dance Anklets and Bell Kits
Traditional Dance
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Fancy Dance Bell Kit
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Fancy Dance Bell Kit w/Larger #8 Copper
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Fancy Dance Bell Kit w/"00" Copper Sheep Bells
Used by Northern Traditional dancers.
Kit includes: 12 copper sheep bells size "00",
2 piece strap leather 2" x 14",
2 piece strap leather 1/2" x 24",
2 sets of buckles and rivets, &
illustrated instructions. $49/PR
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Straight Dance Bell Kit - Nickel Sleigh Bells
Kit includes:
Sixteen 1-1/4" nickel sleigh bells,
2 piece strap leather,
1 leather thong, & illustrated instructions. $25/PR
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Deluxe Straight Dance Solid Brass Bell Kit
This kit makes the finest set of straight dance bells around. Deluxe Straight Dance Bell Kit Includes:
24 of our 1-1/4" Engraved, Solid Brass Sleigh Bells,
2 pieces of strap leather,
2 buckles,
2 screws, padding, &
detailed illustrated instructions. $110/PR
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Northern Traditional
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Whip Sticks Kit*
Kit includes: (2) 1/2"x12" dowel rods, 2 pkg. hackles (2 colors), 2 rolls of colored tape, 2 pieces flagging tape, (2 colors) 1 buckskin thong, buckskin for fringe and illustrated instructions. $17.99 /PR
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Dance Whistle Kit*
Kit includes:
One bamboo flute,
two imitation eagle feathers,
one 14" piece of leather thong,
eight fluffs for attaching to feathers,
easy to follow illustrated instructions. $7.99 each
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Horse Dance Stick*
Kit includes:
pre-cut stick (with horse head shaped tip),
feathers,
broadcloth,
thong,
horse hair,
tacks,
other items to decorate in a variety of ways, &
illustrated instructions $32.99 each
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Sioux Warbonnet Kit* |
Warrior's 3-Feather Headdress* |
Sioux Warbonnet Kitincludes:
30 select 10-12" imitation eagle feathers
35 select 5-6" base fluffs
thirty 2-3" tip plumes
red felt for wrapping
leather for loops
leather for the bonnet crown
imitation beaded browband
bottle craft glue
4 ft. of 5/8" yellow ribbon for side drops
2 yards sinew
2' leather lace
1/4 oz. black horsehair
1 set illustrated instructions
$45.99/each
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Kit contains materials with 3 symbolic feathers: 3 Imitation Eagle Feathers, strap leather discs, red tip plumes, lacing thong and detailed, illustrated instructions. $7.99 each
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Deluxe Loose
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Loose Fan Kit*
This type fan is typically carried by Fancy Dancers & Gourd Dancers, and the handle is normally beaded.
Loose Fan Kit includes:
12 imitation eagle feathers
24 hackle trim feathers
wooden dowels for the handle & feather extensions
white buckskin for covering the handle & feather bases
twisted cord for fringes
cotton thread
fully illustrated instructions $19.99 each
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Pheasant Feather Loose Fan Kit*
Makes a fine quality dance fan for feather dancer, peyote or gourd danceer.
Pheasant Feather Loose Fan Kit includes:
12 genuine pheasant tail feathers (14-16")
24 hackles for trim feathers
wooden dowel for handle
genuine white buckskin for wrapping the handle & feather bases
twisted cord for fringes
cotton thread
fully illustrated instructions $29.99 each
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Deluxe Flat
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*rev 12/17/21