Lariat Uses (Book Three, Card 6) A lariat is a shackle made of rope that is thrown around a target and tightened when pulled. It is a well-known implement of the Spanish and Mexican cowboys, which was later adopted by American cowboys. The word lasso can also be used as a verb; to lasso is …

Indian Beaded Vest (Book Three, Card 5) Native American men and women’s clothing was frequently brightly coloured, as this beaded vest manufactured between 1880 and 1900 demonstrates. The manufacturer had more leeway in constructing curved motifs because the beads were strung together first before being attached to the surface. The floral motifs are most likely …

Bone and Shell Necklace (Book Three, Card 4) Native American bone chokers have become a hallmark of Native American folklore as well as modern fashion. The traditional bone choker was originally worn by Native Americans to preserve their throats and voices both physically and spiritually. It was traditionally made from bird legs and sinew from …