Little Bear Historical Reproductions   

Skinning deer hide. The hide will then be 'brain-tanned' to soften and strengthen before being used for quill 'fabric' (note; this is done in backyard of Cleveland suburb!) When it is winter,you move indoors to friends' lofts in downtown Cleveland to do the work John and Bill Sharette, Algonac; discussing merits of a newly brain-tanned hide

Quill-Work Samples  Page 1  Page 2  Page 3

Loren Harrington Collection

History of Quillwork and Raw Materials

17th/18th century Trade Beads

F&I War and our favorite pieces

Stone Chisel/Grinding Rock

Anthro Site

Pipestone Pipe

Credentials

 Please inquire on availability as well as custom work: via EMAIL
Note that John is on military duty overseas throughout 2004; Amy can answer questions as needed.