ḡelhḡenáiq̓ : abalone. native disco dance party collection.
inspired by abalone shells, the colours and shine that can be found in these shells, and also by sparkling disco balls.
this collection imagines all the aunties, uncles and cousins dancing around at a disco, dripped out in abalone and sparkling beads. feeling fancy, luxurious and free.
i am inspired by Disco as a social movement, a rebellious counter culture that created safe spaces for marginalized people. i see parallels between disco and pow wow music and culture.. and how sometimes the beats even line up.
i hope this beadwork reminds you we are not alone and we have always found ways to fight the power and keep ourselves safe, happy and rooted in our spirits.
read more about this collection here: https://www.lisabeading.com/pages/collections
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these hang 4 inches and are made with black mother of pearl tube beads, abalone shell tube beads, rhodium plated hammered hematite, as well as abalone ovals.
these hang on .999 20 gauge silver plated headpins, stainless steel nickel free kidney hooks.
the abalone and mother of pearl beads pay homage to the ocean, and hematite is said to be good for grounding oneself, finding protection and calming yourself down.
*hooks are changed out after i model them*