Learn to make traditional moccasins. Students will learn traditional sewing and assembly of slippers with fur.
Grade Suitability | 7-12 |
Maximum Class Size | 8-10 |
Time Required | 2 x 4 hour sessions |
Material Required | Artist will supply all materials (including beaded tops, lining and fur) |
Material Cost | $350 per student |
Language of Instruction | English |
Communities | All |
Special Notes | Some sewing skills required |
Karen has taught classes at the Nacho Nyak Dun First Nation, the Adaka Festival, the Great Northern Arts Festival in Inuvik and at Arts Underground. Her work is also sold at several Whitehorse galleries, stores and craft sales. She has participated in the Beading and Fur Symposium, and was also asked to bead vamps for the Walking with Sisters exhibit in the Kwanlin Dun Culture Center.