Moccasin Making – (Spring 2025: Section 1)

This course introduces students to the traditional practice and history of Ojibwe-style puckered, round-toe moccasin making. Students will have an opportunity to work with smoke-tanned moose hide (a traditional material), with a selection of seed beads. They will learn the traditional practice of designing an Ojibwe floral pattern, as well as appliqué stitch beadwork and hand-stitching of the moccasin. Documentary notes and diagrams of each stage of the process will be required. Prerequisite: ART 116 or instructor approval. Additional course fee may apply