Every piece handcrafted in our community, British Columbia — on the traditional territory of the local First Nations, , , and peoples. Beadwork rooted in family knowledge, made with intention.
From one-of-a-kind beadwork pieces to the raw supplies that make them — sourced and crafted with care.
Earrings, moccasins, medallions, regalia pieces — each one handcrafted by our artist, carrying story and meaning in every stitch.
Browse Beadwork →Czech glass seed beads, delica beads, deerskin backing, thread and needles. Everything you need to start or grow your own beading practice.
Shop Supplies →Want something made just for you — a family colour story, a regalia piece, a gift? our artist takes commissions year-round.
Request a Piece →A rotating selection from our artist's studio and travelling market table. Every piece is one-of-a-kind unless noted — when it's gone, it's gone.
Custom beadwork is the heart of what I do. Whether it's a regalia piece for ceremony, a colour story that honours a family member, or a gift with specific meaning — we work together from sketch to finished piece.
Turnaround runs 2–6 weeks depending on complexity. A 50% deposit holds your spot. Fill out the form and I'll be in touch within a few days with a quote and timeline.
Share your vision, colours, and timeline. Upload inspiration if you have it.
our artist replies within 1–3 days with a price, sketch, and schedule.
50% deposit secures your spot in the queue. Work begins.
2–6 weeks of beadwork with progress photos along the way.
Final photos, balance due, and it's on its way to you.
"I learned beadwork from family. Every time I pick up a needle I'm carrying that forward."
our artist is from the our founding family — born and raised in our community. Her beadwork draws from Carrier, Métis, and broader Plateau floral traditions, held together by thousands of hours of practice and the knowledge shared by elders.
Cedar & Sinew Beadwork started as a market table. It's grown to a steady studio practice with over 1,500 pieces and supplies in rotation — but the heart of it hasn't moved. One needle, one bead, one stitch at a time.
Beadwork isn't just decoration. It's identity, spirituality, and connection to land. Every order supports an Indigenous family business and the continued practice of a tradition that's been here for generations.
Short reads about Indigenous beadwork — where it comes from, what the patterns mean, and how to engage with it respectfully.
Indigenous beadwork in what's now Canada spans over 8,000 years. Before glass beads arrived with European trade, artists used bone, shell, quillwork, and stone. Glass seed beads joined a practice that was already deep and evolving.
Read the full article →The floral style popular across Western Canada draws heavily from Métis influence — which is why you see it in Carrier, Cree, and Métis work side by side. Each flower, leaf, and colour can carry family meaning.
Read the full article →Buying directly from Indigenous artists is appreciation. Replicating sacred patterns without permission, or buying mass-produced "Native-style" knockoffs, is not. The simple rule: when in doubt, ask.
Read the full article →Cedar & Sinew Beadwork travels. Look for our artist's table at local craft markets and powwows across the the region and beyond. Market schedule updates on Instagram and the contact page.
See upcoming markets →Questions about a piece, a supply order, or a commission? our artist reads every message.