Tribal Banjara
October 22nd, 2010

does anyone know how to make cowery shell jewelery?
I’m getting into tribal belly dancing and i always notice the strands of cowery shells. I was wandering if anyone knew how to make this style of jewlery.
heres a picture
http://cgi.ebay.com/Belly-Dance-BANJARA-Tribal-COWRIE-SHELL-Bracelet-742h10_W0QQitemZ300010478062QQihZ020QQcategoryZ1523QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem#ebayphotohosting
http://jewelrymaking.allinfoabout.com/gallery/gnaturalN.html
This should give you an idea. You might be able to find the shells at a lapidary shop.
BANJARA TRIBAL
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3m Tribal BANJARA Fabric TRIM Belly Dance 652k3 $37.60 |
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vintage old tribal banjara quilt $72.00 |
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1.5m Tribal BANJARA Fabric TRIM Belly Dance 652k4 $18.60 |
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RARE BANJARA COINS HEAVY VINTAGE TRIBAL GYPSY KUCHI ETHNIC NECKLACE $20.50 |
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KUCHI RARE OLD BANJARA ETHNIC BELLY DANCE TRIBAL HANDMADE ANKLET/ BANGLE ATS $12.38 |
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BANJARA MIRROR TRIBAL ETHNIC KUCHI BELLY DANCE OLD INDIAN COIN CHOLI TOP ATS $27.50 |
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ANTIQUE GYPSY *CHANDIYA* TRIBAL BANJARA KUCHI ETHNIC MOON SHAPED COIN NECKLACE $29.00 |
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GYPSY BANJARA COIN BELLY DANCE WOODEN BEADS TRIBAL ETHNIC KUCHI NECKLACE $18.50 |
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BANJARA MIRROR TRIBAL ETHNIC KUCHI BELLY DANCE OLD INDIAN COIN BELT ATS $12.50 |
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VINTAGE TRIBAL GYPSY MULTI STRAND CHAIN BANJARA KUCHI RARE ETHNIC NECKLACE ATS $10.48 |
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VINTAGE TRIBAL BELLYDANCE BANJARA KUCHI MIRROR INDIAN COINS ATS ODHNI HEAD VEIL $20.50 |
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3m Tribal BANJARA Fabric TRIM Belly Dance 652a5 $37.60 |
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2.5m Tribal BANJARA Fabric TRIM BellyDance 652a9 $30.60 |
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N3591 Ethnic gypsy BANJARA ethnic tribal naga NECKLACE free ship Jewelry India $20.99 |
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N3559 Ethnic Belly Dance BANJARA Tribal Naga Design NECKLACE India Nepal Jewelry $21.99 |
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3m Tribal BANJARA Fabric TRIM Belly Dance 652b5 $37.60 |
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3m Tribal BANJARA Fabric TRIM BellyDance 652b9 $37.60 |
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3m Tribal BANJARA Fabric TRIM Belly Dance 652c5 $37.60 |
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N3484 Ethnic gypsy BANJARA design tribal naga NECKLACE free ship Jewelry India $22.99 |
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2.5m Tribal BANJARA Fabric TRIM Belly Dance 652a2 $30.60 |
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3m Tribal BANJARA Fabric TRIM BellyDance 652a8 $37.60 |
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P3062 Tribal banjara gypsy metal Agate PENDANT India $12.99 |
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3m Tribal BANJARA Fabric TRIM Belly Dance 652b2 $37.60 |
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1.5m Tribal BANJARA Fabric TRIM BellyDance 652d8 $30.60 |
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3m Tribal BANJARA Fabric TRIM BellyDance 652c10 $37.60 |
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Banjara Embroidered Tribal ATS Belly Dance Hip Belt Blue Pink Orange Black $35 $35.00 |
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Banjara Hip Belt Red Orange Purple Green Tribal ATS Belly Dance Hip Belt $35 $35.00 |
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2.5m Tribal BANJARA Fabric TRIM BellyDance 652c7 $30.60 |
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old BANJARA Tribal Belly Dance SKIRT 799g9 (waist 31″) $74.60 |
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2.5m Tribal BANJARA Fabric TRIM BellyDance 652b8 $30.60 |
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old BANJARA Tribal Belly Dance SKIRT 799g10 (waist 28″) $74.60 |
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4m Tribal BANJARA Fabric TRIM Belly Dance 652f2 $37.60 |
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2.5m Tribal BANJARA Fabric TRIM Belly Dance 652c2 $30.60 |
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2.5m Tribal BANJARA Fabric TRIM BellyDance 652c8 $30.60 |
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BANJARA INDIAN TRIBAL SARI MIRROR TAPESTRY WALL HANGING Spectacular Vintage Tribal patchwork Masterpiece in shabby Olive Green, Beige, Russet, Khaki, Red, Maroon, Red, Green and Black Colors with exquisite “Banjara” Hand Embroidery floral motifs in silk & linen threads & extensive Mirror work from the states of Rajasthan & Gujarat in Western India, Size: 60″ X 20″ SKU# NW5230 You are looking at a vibrant & stunning work of folk craftsmanship, one… |
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BANJARA TRIBAL SARI MIRROR INDIAN TAPESTRY WALL HANGING Spectacular Vintage Tribal patchwork Masterpiece in Rust-Orange, Russet, Khaki, Red, Maroon, Red, Green and Black Colors with exquisite “Banjara” Hand Embroidery floral motifs in silk & linen threads & extensive Mirror work from the states of Rajasthan & Gujarat in Western India, Size: 60″ X 20″ SKU# NW5233 You are looking at a vibrant & stunning work of folk craftsmanship, one of the most E… |
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BANJARA TRIBAL SARI MIRROR TAPESTRY INDIAN WALL HANGING Spectacular Vintage Tribal patchwork Masterpiece in Rust-Orange, Russet, Khaki, Red, Maroon, Red, Green and Black Colors with exquisite “Banjara” Hand Embroidery floral motifs in silk & linen threads & extensive Mirror work from the states of Rajasthan & Gujarat in Western India, Size: 60″ X 20″ SKU# NW5229 You are looking at a vibrant & stunning work of folk craftsmanship, one of the most E… |
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BELLY DANCE AUTHENTIC TRIBAL GYPSY BANJARA CHOLI TOP S $57.99 Authentic, Rare, Vintage (Used) Spectacular & Vibrant Banjara Tribal Choli Top with extensive Banjara embroidery, large Mirror work, Metal bead work: 100% handcrafted by the nomadic Banjara community in Southern India, Size: SMALL measurements provided in the following section. SKU# NS3708 An authentic backless Banjara choli (Top) that is guaranteed to delight! 100% handcrafted by the nomadic Banj… |
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Banjara Kuchi Choli Tribal Costume Dress Tunic Kameez M $96.99 AUTHENTIC, Vintage (Used), Spectacular, with amazing mirror work, kutch metallic embroidery, sequin work and zari work multicolor Cotton Banjara Gypsy Boho Top / Tunic / Choli / Kurti from the state of Rajasthan in Western India, Size: MEDIUM, other measurements provided in the following section SKU# NH6696 Authentic, Banjara long cholis in vibrant colors from India are a craze this season! … |
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KUCHI MIRROR BANJARA TRIBAL TEXTILE BELLY DANCE BELT $48.99 Rare Tribal Authentic Vintage Wide hand-embroidered Sheesha / Shisha (Mirror) Belt in shades of deep Pink, Red and Black with Rows of Mirrors and Metal Beads from the nomadic group known as Banjaras from India. SKU# NW5196 Rare, authentic vintage multicolored hand-embroidered belt with mirrors and embellished chain of metal beads from India. This unique piece is made of cotton, and has rows o… |
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The Banjaras of Bapunagar,: A settlement in the urban environs of Hyderabad (Hyderabad, India. Tribal Cultural Research and Training Institute. Research paper) … |
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Festivals of Banjaras … |
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Tribal Gypsy Crossbody Bag Stylish Tassel Vintage Mirror Work Trendy Women Style $79.99 Stunning, Picturesque, 100% Handmade Authentic Ethnic Banjara Shoulder bag with incredible hand embroidery, mirror work, metal bead work, metal coins and beaded hangings, from India – W14″ X L13″, Sling=26″ NH11700 For those who wish to make a fashion statement! Authentic Banjara shoulder Bag with large mirror work, metal beads, metal coins, cowrie shells, hand embroidery and beaded hangings – a m… |
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KUCHI INDIA BELT BELLY DANCE COSTUME DRESS TRIM TEXTILE $48.99 Rare Tribal Authentic Vintage hand-embroidered Belt with Rows of Mirrors, bead work and coin work from the nomadic group known as Banjaras from India. SKU# NW5198 Rare, authentic vintage hand-embroidered belt with mirrors and metal beads from India. This unique piece is made of cotton, and has a rows of vintage mirrors. This belt must be about 20-30 years old but is in good condition. No holes, no… |