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Indigenous Kiowa Beadwork

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Sheen Bead Fringe

These earrings are made with Sheen beads which are a high quality bead. They are similar to a charlotte cut but they have an extra faceted side which adds an extra sparkle.  They are made in India and cost twice the amount of a regular charlotte hank.

Neon Buffalos and Buffalo Tails

Satin Sparkles Squares

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Publications

  • July 2023 Kiowa News

    We are very honored to have been a featured artist in our Kiowa Newsletter.

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  • ELLE Magazine Dec23/Jan24

    We are incredibly honored to have Lily Gladstone wear a pair of our earrings in ELLE Magazine. Words cannot express how wonderful this has been for us.

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  • The Norman Transcript 03/15/24

    We are very honored to have been interviewed in The Norman Transcript.

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Hi, I'm Tara BigBow

I am a citizen of the Kiowa Tribe from the BigBow family and descendant of the War Chief, Zepko-ette BigBow. My family consists of many artists including my grandfathers, Harding and Woodrow BigBow, both of which have art displayed in galleries throughout the world. Although I did not inherit their skills in painting, I do have the same drive for creating art in different genres.

At the age of 8, I began crocheting, which led me to knitting, sewing and eventually into beadwork. I'm very thankful to my Aunt Michelle Emerson who taught me the fundamentals of creating the beadwork that our Native people have passed down for generations. Being able to express myself as an artist makes me feel connected to my roots and brings me a lot of joy and peace.

BigBowBeads is family operated, located in Oklahoma

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