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Native American Moccasins
The word Moccasin originates from the Algonquian language Powhatan word makasin (cognate to Massachusett mohkisson/mokussin, Ojibwa makizin, Mi'kmaq m'kusun), from Proto-Algonquian *maxkeseni, meaning a shoe made of deerskin or other soft leather. Its sole and sides are made of one piece, stitched together on top, sometimes with an additional panel or vamp. The sole is soft and flexible and the upper part is often adorned with embroidery, beading or other ornament. It is the historical footwear of many North American Indian tribes and was also worn by hunters, traders and settlers. There are many types of moccasins from different tribes.
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Plains Indian Hightop Moccasin Pattern |
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The Two Piece Hightop Moccasins were traditional to the Plains, Marsh and Woodland Indians of North America. For everyday wear they were worn without decoration, but for ceremonial and best dress they were often highly decorated with paint, porcupine quills, seed beads and other materials... |
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White Man's Moccasins Poster |
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This poster has international appeal due to its comic nature. It can be framed and used as decoration in the home, office or dormitory. |
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Child's Moccasin Pattern |
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Child's Moccasin Pattern. American Indian, First Nations. Here is a pattern for children that combines the EV80 and EV81 to provide one pattern with instructions for making both regular and hightop moccasins with either hard or soft soles... |
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A Step-by-step Approach to Making Plains Moccasins |
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See picture of the text from back cover. |
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Indian Moccasin Collage Decorative Switchplate Cover |
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Handcrafted to the highest standards using the artistry of the decoupage technique, artwork is triple sealed with a special sealant to ensure durability,easy cleaning and obtain an enamel like finish. Artwork will not fade... |
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Nuwati Herbals Moccasin Tracks Balm, 4 Ounces |
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Nuwati Herbals Moccasin Tracks Balm - 4oz |
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Tan Native American Indian Costume Moccasin - MENS 14 |
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Men's imitation suede Indian style moccasin shoe has round toe, fringe detail and ties at ankle. Perfect for any Indian costume! |
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Black Native American Indian Costume Moccasin - MENS 14 |
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Imitation suede Indian style moccasin shoe has round toe, fringe detail and ties at ankle. Perfect for any Indian costume! (women: order 2 sizes larger) |
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Tan Native American Indian Costume Moccasin - MENS 8/9 |
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Men's imitation suede Indian style moccasin shoe has round toe, fringe detail and ties at ankle. Perfect for any Indian costume! |
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Moccasins allow the wearer to feel the ground while offering protection. The Plains Indians had hard-sole moccasins because the ground they walked upon was rocky and there were occasional cactuses. The eastern tribes had soft-sole moccasins. These were perfect for walking on the leaf-covered ground in a forest. Moccasins are fairly light, allowing the wearer to be virtually soundless when walking.
Today moccasins are most often worn by Native Americans as part of a powwow outfit, or regalia. The most common is the Plains-style moccasins. Many are beaded, either partially or fully, usually with a design that goes with the rest of the outfit.
In New Zealand and Australia sheep shearers make for themselves footwear consisting of part of a cured sheepskin with the wool inside to use while working; these moccasins protect the feet, provide good grip on wooden floors and soak up the sweat of the wearer. Moccasins may also refer to any kind of genuine or faux leather shoe shaped like a loafer, but with shoelaces.
More recently, moccasins have made a resurgence as a popular form of women and men's slipper. Along with a parallel trend of loafers and boat shoes, moccasins are now available widely. Women will wear moccasins out and about, but for men, moccasins are typically designed as in-house slippers (although often include a rubber sole).
